Amalfi Coast Rental

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About the Experience
This Amalfi Coast rental apartment sits on the water's edge, just outside the pretty town of Minori. It is also close to Ravello, where many musical and cultural events are held. The views from this Amalfi coast accommodation are magnificent, with the water just below the property providing private sea access and large terraces equipped with lounge chairs and sun umbrellas. And don't worry about grocery shopping until you're ready... this Amalfi Coast apartment comes stocked with provisions for a couple of meals, so all you have to do is arrive and relax!
Exterior Description
The villa is located on the water's edge, just outside of the pretty town of Minori, in an area called Marmorata which is below the mediaeval town of Ravello. The villa enjoys an exclusive waterside position and the proximity to Ravello, where all the musical and cultural events are held. This beautiful residence belongs to an old aristocratic family; it has that special charm and character typical of period homes with a rich historical background with majolica tiled floors and high arched ceilings throughout. The villa is a restored paper mill that was converted a long time ago, like many others in the area, into two large private apartments. The views from the house are magnificent; the water is just below the property, with private access to the sea and three large private terraces, each equipped with lounge chairs and sun umbrellas. There are several apartments above this house inhabited by permenant residents, while the two large units represented here (can be rented separately or as one large apartment) are joined by a double bedroom. The wisteria terrace belongs to Ceramica Terrace. Distances: Amalfi 5km, Minori 1.8km, Ravello 7km, Positano 20km, Sorrento 39km, Naples airport 90km. Blue SITA busses cost about 1-2 euros, depending on destination. Stops are marked with a blue and white SITA sign. The small internal bus (orange mini-bus) of Positano is marked by a brown FERMATA sign. Driving times are: Ravello to Amalfi, 15 minutes; Amalfi to Positano, 30 minutes; Positano to Sorrento, 35 minutes.
Interior Description
(200m2) Entrance at road level. Independent entrance leading to the large living room with sofas, armchairs, satellite TV, and pay phone; well equipped and spacious kitchen with marble benches and a dining table; large bathroom with tub; double bedroom with French doors opening onto a small balcony; another double bedroom with French doors opening onto a small balcony equipped with garden furniture; bathroom with shower. The rooms in this apartment have majolica tiled floors with high arched ceilings.
Features
Available amenities: Telephone, washing machine, dishwasher, satellite TV with video player, radio/cassette player, private sunbathing terrace and small plunge pool for children, available Sunday through Friday, accessed via 90 steps down to the platform that extends over large rocks, private covered parking garage.
Arrive & Relax: Stocked with enough food to get your group through Saturday night and Sunday, this property allows you to show up, drop your bags, and settle in without a hassle. No searching for a grocery store after that long flight, and no worrying about Sunday store closures. You can deal with the details later... after a meal and a good nights' sleep! Arrive & Relax provisions include:
  • Dinner: Tomato sauce, olive oil, and pasta
  • Breakfast: Fresh fruit, eggs, and corn flakes
  • Lunch: Olives, cheese, prosciutto, and bread
  • Beverages: Mineral water, orange juice, coke, milk, coffee, and wine (red and white)
  • Extras: Sugar, salt, butter, jam, Nutella, napkins, and toilet paper

  • Extra Services: English speaking manager on call.Maid service: 2 hours midweek with change of linen on Saturday. Extra hours on request on confirmation of booking, payable locally, approximately 8 euros per hour.
    Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
    Date Range Weekly         Min
    Stay
    May-26-2007 - Jun-30-2007 $2,833 1 wk
    Jun-30-2007 - Sep-01-2007 $3,100 1 wk
    Sep-01-2007 - Sep-29-2007 $2,833 1 wk
    Sep-29-2007 - Oct-20-2007 $2,390 1 wk
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    Arrival Times
    Please note: Official Arrival Times:
    Sat 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Conditions *

    Security Deposit
    Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable by cash or traveler's checks in euros. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 500 EUR

    Additional Expenses
    Weekly cleaning fee of: 80 EUR
    If available, telephone is extra and charged according to consumption.
    If you arrive between 8:00 pm and 10:00 pm, the following amount will be deducted from the security deposit: 25 EUR
    If you arrive between 10:00 pm and 12:00 am (midnight), the following amount will be deducted from the security deposit: 50 EUR

    Other Notes
    Extra maid service is usually available upon request and is paid locally
    If available, heating is allowed by Italian law only from November 1 to April 1 with exceptions made for extreme weather
    No arrivals accepted after 12:00 am (midnight).
    If available, cook service must be arranged at least two months prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook.

    * These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.

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    Customer Reviews
    Based on 5 Reviews
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    Enjoyed Most:
    The view.
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    The small pool wasn't filled until the evening. I did not like sharing the property with the owner next door.
    Surrounding Area:
    The beauty was unmatched and the people were gracious, warm and friendly. Lovely and basically untouched by time.
    Tips or Restaurants:
    Bring beach towels and good walking shoes. Don't miss the Arsenal Ristorante. The brothers will treat you like family!

    June, 2004

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    Overall:
    Building is a very interesting old paper mill hanging over the ocean with a waterfall right next door.
    Enjoyed Most:
    The kitchen! The terraces off each bedroom with the incredible view of the Tyrrhenian.
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    The living room does not open to the outside, but since we had both apartments, we used the kitchen in one and the terrace in the other.
    Tips or Restaurants:
    If you can put together a large enough group, rent both apartments. We did not have more than two people in each room, but they are very spacious and could accommodate more (4 per room?)
    June, 2002

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    Overall:
    The location was amazingly beautiful, and more convenient than we expected. The parking was good, the children's wading pool was a big plus, and the house was close to nice beaches and towns. The house was advertised as three bedrooms, with a fourth available on request. It was, however, two bedrooms with a third available on request.
    Enjoyed Most:
    The location!
    Unpleasant Surprises:
    The landlady was very difficult and disheartened our experience somewhat. The house was pretty, but uncomfortably warm, and the air was close and still. There were no fans or screens, our kids got mosquito bites. <
    Surrounding Area:
    The waterfall, the snorkeling, the water, the beach at Minori, the cliffside road, the Emerald Grotto, and Amalfi.
    Nearby Events or Locales:
    Emerald Grotto, Amalfi, Herculaneum and Pompeii.
    August, 2001

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    Property Details
    Sleeps: 4
    Single Bedrooms: 0
    Double Bedrooms: 2
    Bathrooms: 2
    Type: Villa
    Property #: 4972
    Nearest Town:
    Minori
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