Reviews of Casa Alves

Fantastic

September 2015 - Simple old Italian apartment with magnificent views. Fabulous terrace which made it special.

Enjoyed being away from lots of tourists. Loved being in the heart of an authentic Italian village.

I found Summer In Italy to be very helpful and efficient. Thank you.

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Excellent

May 2015 - Casa Alves is a gem: “perfect apartment, perfect location, perfect Praiano.”

5 of 5 stars for a stay in May 2015.

Once you've climbed the 3 flights of stairs and walk thru the apartment door, you are stunned by the sea view stretching before you. Visible from the living room, the dining room and kitchen, and even the master bathroom, Capri sitting on the horizon will take your breath away. Sunset is pink and beautiful with the lights of Positano twinkling nearby.

Two bedrooms, 2 baths, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, air conditioning, all immaculately clean. And the balcony... Table and chairs, two sun loungers, umbrella, a view to die for and just enough happening on the street below to be interesting.

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October 2014 - Casa Alves was very clean and had the most spectacular view. We enjoyed it very much.

We were out on the terrace every moment we could to enjoy the amazing view. We also liked that the kitchen was very well equipped.

Francesca [the caretaker] was very nice and helpful. We appreciated the advice for the boat ride to Capri - it was excellent - and the dinner recommendation as well.

Excellent service from Summer In Italy!!!

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Fantastic

August 2014 - We thought Casa Alves was an excellent place to spend our holiday!

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Excellent

August 2014 - This place is unbelievable! Best trip we have ever taken.

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Fantastic

August 2014 - Casa Alves is a nice apartment with air conditioning.

The view of Positano is spectacular and, thanks to the view, you tend to forget the 36 steps you have to climb every time to get to the apartment.

Francesca and her father [the caretakers] will do everything to satisfy your needs and it was very much appreciated.

Booking process with Summer In Italy was very easy. Nice staff and everything was well explained. I knew exactly what to expect.

Excellent

May 2014 - My family of 5 enjoyed very much our stay at Casa Alves.

The apartment was clean and perfect for the 5 adults. The view was spectacular - photos do not do it justice. The apartment is located just above the town of Praiano, which is a great alternative to the busy Positano to sleep and eat in.

Francesca [the caretaker] was helpful with the check in and answered any questions that we had about the area.

This was our second stay in Praiano (the first time we stayed in a hotel), but when we go back, Casa Alves will be where we stay! It was fabulous. Nothing negative to say.

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Fantastic

April 2014 - Casa Alves has a great terrace with the most beautiful view! We had all our breakfasts there. The kitchen is well equipped and has everything you'll need for a long stay. The master bedroom is spacious and comfortable and there's another room pretty spacious as well. The only downside is that you'll need to climb about 36 steps to get to the apartment, but it seems like it is quite common around there.

The owners of Casa Alves were super nice and very helpful.

To sum, we had a great time in Casa Alves and we highly recommend to stay there.

I want to thank the staff of Summer in Italy and especially Melanie who answered any questions we had and made the reservation process very easy.

Fantastic

January 2014 - Casa Alves was a great base during a winter visit to Praiano and the Amalfi Coast. Main road was not busy so whilst the villa is on the main road, the villa was quiet and a short work to the local shops/wine bar.

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Excellent

October 2013 - A perfect apartment in a perfect location! It really doesn't get any better than Casa Alves. The owners were right at the door to meet us upon our arrival and insisted on carrying all our bags up the stairs. Stepping into the apartment was like stepping into a slice of heaven. The view is magnificent looking over to Positano and Capri in the distance. We enjoyed many dinners on the terrace.

The apartment was well appointed with everything you could possibly need... staples in the cabinets that were much appreciated... cleaning supplies... and spotless!

The apartment is perfectly situated for food shopping, dining, sightseeing, buses, etc. Praiano is a lovely town... picturesque, quiet, friendly, yet close to all the major sights of the Amalfi Coast by bus.

On our last morning my husband realized he had forgotten his glasses at Restaurant La Strada and Francesca (the owner) immediately called the restaurant for us and retrieved them! She and her father were always available if we needed anything. It is obvious they love Casa Alves and Praiano and want you to feel the same.

Thank you Francesca for sharing this lovely apartment... and thank you to Summer in Italy for your fantastic website!

Excellent

August 2013 - Casa Alves allowed us to enjoy one of the most amazing places in the world! The booking process was easy to follow and organized. The directions to the apartment were perfect. Our apartment manager was just lovely and so helpful. The apartment actually exceeded our expectations.

The distance to the beach was fine, despite the steps, however, we are a very active family. I suppose that information should definitely be stressed, but it really didn't matter much to us.

The actual physical apartment was perfect for our needs for our family of 3 for a week. I would most certainly recommend it to others and would love to rent it again!!

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Fantastic

July 2013 - We loved our two weeks at Casa Alves. The views from the terrace, as every other guest has written, is just beyond spectacular. Really from anywhere on this western side of Praiano, but from the terrace, its totally unobstructed. Particularly in the morning shade, sitting out on the terrace having breakfast, coffee, just reading, doing yoga, etc, was just wonderful.

The location is also very nice. Within a very short walk of groceries, pharmacy, some great places for espresso, wine, gelato, etc. And many very good restaurants within very easy walking distance. The beach is not a bad walk either, but there are steps, so not good for anyone with a handicap -- you need to be in reasonably good condition to get around Praiano, but that's true anywhere on the Amalfi Coast... Well worth the effort.

Very easy booking process, good instructions, everything went smoothly. I had a few questions that were cleared up via email and online chat well before our arrival. I'm amazed that we've arrived at a point where it is so easy and painless to arrange a vacation halfway around the world without ever having to talk to anyone on the phone. I'm sure the Summer in Italy folks would have been great if I'd needed to talk to them, but their entire online procedure was seamless and easy to work out.

Excellent

June 2013 - A great place to spend a week on Amalfi Coast. Away from maddening crowds but with magnificent views of ocean!

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June 2013 - We thought Praiano was the best town to stay on Amalfi coast. We loved Casa Alves - it was a great choice.

The balcony is large with divine ocean views to Positano and the Isle of Capri in the distance. The apartment itself is spacious and well appointed. The bedrooms are large, beds comfortable and the bathrooms clean and modern.

The owners are absolutely delightful and insisted on carrying our suitcases up and down the stairs to the apartment.

The apartment is on the main road but we did not notice any noise.

You were very helpful and patient. Thanks

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Very good

May 2013 - The owner was there to help carry our bags up which was much appreciated.

We were 4 adults and we had plenty of room. The main bedroom was very comfortable the 2nd bedroom the beds were small singles and not that good for adults. Everything you need is in the apartment very well set up and maintained.

The views from the terrace were amazing, we could see Capri. Lots of places to eat nearby and the bus stop was very close.

Have used Summer in Italy before and it is still so easy to use. We are very happy with the service and would use it again.

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Excellent

April 2013 - Loved it all, especially the terrace and 2 bathrooms with views. Owners are very helpful too.

Good

December 2012 - We visited Praiano for Christmas holidays, it was very quiet, calm, not very cold. Casa Alves is very well located. Close to all the others villages in the Amalfi Coast, and it allowed us to visit different touristic places in the region.

We really enjoy our stay at Casa Alves.

Fantastic

October 2012 - We stayed at Casa Alves with our friends for two weeks. We had a wonderful time. The location was the best, close to all amenities, restaurants, pharmacy, grocery store, tourist office and more.

The view from our terrace was jaw dropping. We could see Positano from our terrace. We had most of our meals on the terrace.

The owners were spectacular in every regard. They tended to our every need and made themselves available even though there was no need to call them, everything was perfect and in great working order. Very clean and a well organized place.

We would definitely recommend Casa Alves. Hope to visit again in the future.

Summer In Italy is our go to site. We have passed on your site to many, many of our travelling friends. Very professional and can be relied upon to give you the latest updates. With Summer In Italy you can rest assured that there will be no surprises that would ruin your trip. Would never consider using any other service.

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October 2012 - We really enjoyed Casa Alves The view was wonderful. Location was very nice, very clean and spacious

Francesca and his father [the owners] were very friendly and they gave us very goods information. We really appreciate our vacation.

We are surely coming back to Casa Alves.

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September 2012 - This was our second time at Casa Alves. We love it and will be back.

Keep up the great work

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August 2012 - We enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves very much. The hosts were great and very contactable. We would recommend to any friend.

Very good

August 2012 - Casa Alves was comfortable and suited our needs.

Great views and Francesca [the owner] was very helpful with anything we needed.

Fantastic

July 2012 - Our family spent one week in Casa Alves this July. We were confident we made the right choice when we saw it online, but when we actually arrived... we knew for sure that this place was special.

The owner is very lovely and willing to help with anything.

Casa Alves is very spacious and was more than plenty of room for the four of us. It is very charming, but most importantly it is like a true home. There are special things hung on the walls and there is a good selection of books in the living room. Tv is small and only has Italian channels, but that wasn't a big deal to us and we enjoyed it for the little time it was on. The living room itself is small, but again, for our use it was good. Master bedroom is huge and the kids loved their twin beds in their own room. The linen in the master bedroom smells like heaven! Beautiful large dresser in the bedroom as well. The beds were comfortable enough for me. The twin beds were a bit firmer than the master.

We had two bathrooms which was a bonus, both very spacious. I loved the master bathroom with its beautiful wooden shutter window opening onto the balcony. There is a washing machine in the bathroom which we were thankful for. The only thing with that is the wash cycle is very long! Hair dryer also there but we never used it as it was just cooler for my daughter and I to let our hair dry naturally. The kitchen has everything you need and well equipped.

And the amazing deck... what can I say? It was there that we started our day and also ended our day. There is a table and chairs and also 2 comfy loungers. There is also a clothes drying rack at the end of the deck. We could not get enough of the view.

The location is perfect. Parking is challenging but we would find spots on the road and just walk to the place, about 10 or so minutes. The owner has pay parking on site, but we were lucky to find spots on the road for free.

There is a bus stop almost in front of the building that you could take to Positano, which is only about 10 minutes from there. There is not much in Praiano itself, but it has all the necessities, i.e. food market, pharmacy, a few restaurants and pizzerias.

The town is a good base for exploring the amazing Amalfi coast. A day trip to Capri is a must and it was our highlight, along with a day trip to Pompeii. If you want a nice sandy beach to spend the day at go to Meta, which is just past Sorrento. It doesn't take long to get there and the beach is sandy and the water is beautiful. It's a local beach and we loved it. No tourists!

It was very hard to say goodbye to Casa Alves. It has left us with treasured memories of Italy and I hope that one day we can return there. Its a very special place which has a little piece of my heart.

Summer In Italy! I can't tell you how lucky we were to have found you. I hope to deal with you in the future!! Take care everyone and thank you so very much!

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July 2012 - Casa Alves is the perfect flat in the perfect area. The owners are super friendly and even carry your luggage from the street to the flat.

Summer in Italy made the trip a breeze. They answer any questions that may come up within the day you ask them. I started bugging them about two months before our trip and they were patient and helped make this a trip of a lifetime.

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June 2012 - We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Alves. It was in the best position, close to bus stop and access to beach. The view from our balcony was amazing, we spent so much time sitting out there eating and enjoying the beautiful view.

We were given a very warm and friendly welcome by the owner, Francesca, who met us as soon as we got off the bus from Sorrento and showed us through the apartment and demonstrated how everything worked.

We would definitely stay and Casa Alves again and have already recommended this apartment to our friends and family for future holidays. Praiano is a very beautiful part of the Amalfi Coast, a real jewel.

Summer in Italy is a very professional site. Your service was excellent and any contact was timely and efficient. You were a pleasure to book a holiday with and we thank you for your excellent service. Keep up the great work. We would definitely use Summer in Italy again.

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Fantastic

May 2012 - Casa Alves is an excellent location in Praiano.

It is extremely clean.

Francesca, the owner, is very helpful and easy to contact.

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May 2012 - We stayed in Casa Alves from April 28th thru May 5th, 2012. Casa Alves was the best part of our stay in Praiano! We used it as a base for seeing so many beautiful places on the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii and Vesuvius.

The view from the balcony was spectacular. We ate our dinner on the balcony. The view from the balcony was even better than was is seen on the pictures.

Francesca and her parents [the owners] were so nice and extremely helpful.

We loved our stay at Casa Alves and were sad to leave. We will be back one day!

We will definitely book again with you in the future. I have already passed on your website to friends. There were no hidden costs or surprises. Everything you posted was exactly what happened. We love your website. We love Summer In Italy!

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April 2012 - Casa Alves was perfect.

A short walk to several great restaurants, Bar del Sole, and shopping. Nice location, especially for someone who cannot walk far and needs a central location.

The owners were very nice.

Casa Alves has a superb view and balcony. The shower was much larger than most we've seen, even fit 2!

Excellent

October 2011 - We loved it there. Francesca and her parents met us at the Sita Bus stop and helped us carry our luggage up the 3 flights of stairs. A nice bottle of Vino Rosso was waiting for us!

We loved the location, didn't need a car as we walked or caught the bus everywhere. The market is close by for groceries as well as many great little restaurants.

We would highly recommend this apartment to anyone wanting to be in a smaller, less touristy area like Praiano. There is some street noise below, but we loved sitting and people watching from the terrace, and the noise was noticeable after a couple nights. The bedrooms are not at the front of the apartment, so it is not so bad for sleeping. And the sunsets from the terrace were amazing! The kitchen is very well equipped for cooking your own meals, which we did a few nights. The apartment is very nicely decorated, and had everything we needed for our one week stay.

Would highly recommend it.

Great service, found you on the internet through Trip Advisor. Will recommend you to my clients as I am a travel agent.

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September 2011 - We thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay at Casa Alves. The apartment is very well equipped (plenty of kitchen equipment, crockery, glassware, silverware... even a safe!) and the view from the terrace is simply stunning.

The location right over the Costa Amalfitana main road is most convenient placing local shops, bars, restaurants, internet point etc. at easy distance and noise was not a problem.

The owners, Francesca and Maurizio, were most helpful - wonderful people.

Thoroughly recommended.

Great site and great service from Summer in Italy.

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September 2011 - We really enjoyed Casa Alves, very much.

The views from the very large terrace were unbelievable!! Just beautiful! The owners were very accomodating and really thought of everything!! We did not require anything.

We would recommend this apartment highly!

Summer in Italy was also excellent and very personalized and detailed. Well done!

Excellent

August 2011 - It is a place we would like to return to. There is the most beautiful view from the terrace. So very beautiful.

We really enjoyed our stay in Casa Alves and will come back one day.

Thank you.

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August 2011 - The view was fantastic and the location was handy for shops, bars and restaurants. The local shop was really friendly, bus stop was ideal.

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July 2011 - We had a great week at Casa Alves. The location cannot be beat and the view is stupendous.

Francesca [the owners' daughter] was helpful when we had a problem with the AC.

We loved Praiano!

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June 2011 - Our stay was excellent. We were impressed with the cleanliness of Casa Alves. The living room was a little small but the balcony was outstanding and made up for that. We spent much time enjoying the beautiful views from that balcony.

After visiting Positano and Amalfi, we were very glad that we chose Praiano. It was not touristy nor did it have so many shops that it would be hard to buy something that you did not see everywhere else.

We found SII by chance on the Internet and just put in the Amalfi Coast as a location. We liked the looks of Casa Alves and the price but also the location overlooking the sea. We dreamed about it for a whole year and were not disappointed and would recommend SII and Casa Alves to anyone. Any questions we had were answered very quickly and we found that helpful. Thank you Luca for all your help. God's blessings to you and your staff.

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May 2011 - This was our second visit to Casa Alves and was even better this time!

You cannot appreciate the breathtaking view from the balcony until you see it for yourself.

The apartment is clean and gives a feel of traditional Italian decor with some modern things too.

It really is an amazing apartment.

Summer In Italy are the best company I have ever booked accommodation through. You are all very helpful and we will be back for a third time no doubt!

Grazie Mille :)

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April 2011 - A lovely peaceful location.

Summer In Italy were very efficient, friendly and helpful.

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April 2011 - We really enjoyed our staying in Casa Alves. Apartment is clean, quiet, very good location. Panorama from terrace was wonderful.

Very good website. Your personnel is very helpful.

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November 2010 - Casa Alves was the perfect apartment for our holiday on the Amalfi Coast. Praiano is a nice, quiet town to use as a base and Casa Alves is in an excellent location in Praiano.

The balcony and second bathroom are what set Casa Alves apart from other rentals. The view is incredible and the apartment provides plenty of space for two couples or a family.

The owners are very pleasant and helpful.

We would rent Casa Alves again and highly recommend it to anyone who is visiting Amalfi.

Luca, Elisa and Alfano were very helpful and always responsive to our questions. Summer In Italy made the entire rental process very easy. We will use Summer in Italy again in the future. Thank you!

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October 2010 - The best feature of Casa Alves is the balcony. The location is beside the bus stop. The apartment was spotlessly clean and Francesca and her parents [the owners] were very attentive.

We had a wonderful holiday.

We are very glad we booked through Summer in Italy and you will be our first stop when we visit again.

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October 2010 - We stayed at Casa Alves Oct 9-16. The apartment is very charming with an excellent view.

We arrived late but the owners came to meet us and actually carried the bags up the stairs. They had a bottle of wine waiting for our arrival. The hot water heater element burned out but they had it fixed while we were out for the day.

The owners are very accommodating. I would rent again.

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October 2010 - What a great place! The deck is wonderful with a view of Positano and Capri in the distance. Great for sunsets.

This place is the nicest place we stayed in five weeks in Italy.

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September 2010 - We also stayed for a week at Marina di Praia in Praiano and Casa Alves "smashed it". We are going back again in 2012 and will be booking Casa Alves

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September 2010 - Casa Alves was a dream come true. We spent hours on the terrace looking out at the view and cooking great Italian food. We loved it!

Summer In Italy staff were all friendly, efficient and provided more than enough information for our stay.

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August 2010 - We had a lovely holiday. Casa Alves is lovely and is in an absolutely stunning area.

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July 2010 - We had a fabulous stay at Casa Alves. The owners are delightful, helpful and provided us with a beautiful villa to call home for our week in Praiano. We were so glad we stayed in Praiano vs. the much more touristy and crowded Positano or Amalfi.

The villa was well stocked with everything we needed. We cooked nearly every night and ate on the terrace at sunset gazing at the sea.

Paradise!

Excellent service! We will recommend Summer in Italy to others.

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July 2010 - We loved our week at Casa Alves - I dream of the view from the terrace (and our en suite!).

The location was very central for the part of Praiano we wanted to be in - variety of shops/eateries nearby.

We spent most of the time on the terrace - the lounge area was a bit cramped for 5 but the TV had English channels! We had fab weather so we didn't have to be inside. The kitchen was very good - especially the big fridge. The air conditioning was great to use at night when it was still and hot. Having 2 bathrooms was a bonus which made our stay more enjoyable too.

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June 2010 - We stayed in mid June 2010 for a week. The whole coast was surprisingly not crowded. We absolutely loved Casa Alves, Francesca and her parents [the owners].

This is a hidden gem. The view is the best on the Amalfi coast. The apartment is large and clean, beds comfortable, AC great.

We have only marvelous things to say about the entire experience. We rented a car and used the garage, which worked out great. The town of Praiano is magical. I wish we could move there. Driving along the coast we easy. Unless you are a driving weanie, it was no big deal at all and a must in order to enjoy all there is to see.

The only thing I recommend is not to tell too many people about this - it's that special!

We will use again for sure. Molto bene!

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June 2010 - We enjoyed our stay at the Casa Alves very much.

It was spotlessly clean and the kitchen was well stocked with all manner of cooking utensils and pots and pans. There were lovely dishes and glasses for all occasions. The master bedroom was luxurious with its own balcony doors. The second bedroom was small but functional. Having two full bathrooms was so convenient. Also a washing machine and drying rack made laundry an easy task.

The veranda was amazing, a highlight of our stay, just sitting there with some good Italian wine and soaking up the outstanding view and the sunsets. Or reading a book and watching life go by on the interesting street below. We even enjoyed a fireworks display one evening.

Nearby restaurants at the local hotels are very good and the service is so friendly and welcoming. There are friendly grocery stores, butchers and even a fish stall right on the main street. A fresh cup of coffee is easily found too. Also a couple of lovely gift shops.

The trip down to the seaside is well worth the hike and other strolls along the winding walkways past the church and hillside homes is delightful.

The only negative I can report is the rather steep stairway from the first to second floor passing some less than attractive construction. But it's fun to imagine what lovely hideaway might be in progress.

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May 2010 - Yes, we enjoyed it. Great location for convenience.

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May 2010 - After experiencing the "steps" everywhere we were very happy that Casa Alves only had 37 steps! it was bright, CLEAN, and comfortable.

The beds were very comfortable and the view from the main bed out to the water was great. We especially liked having a washing machine. It had everything we needed, good hot water and pressure, we only used the kitchen for breakfast and snacks, but everything was there that you would need if you wanted to cook. We thoroughly enjoyed the terrace and watching the world go by and the incredible views of Capri and Positano. Also having access to the garage was an added bonus.

All in all we would go back there.

Summer in Italy was great. The newsletters were especially helpful. Everything went smoothly which is the most important thing when traveling!

We had to call Summer in Italy on arrival because our phone wouldn't go thru to the owners and the response was immediate! Thanks so much.

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May 2010 - Casa Alves was one of the true highlights of our 3 weeks in Italy! Everything was top notch and had all the amenities of home.

It was close to the bus stop for travel to Positano and Amalfi. Casa Alves had all the cooking and eating needs we could ask for.

We had satellite tv which was nice to come home to just to get the news of the world.

Thanks for making everything come together it was great!!

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May 2010 - Casa Alves was beautiful and charming. It had every amenity you could ask for including a wash machine.

The view from the balcony was spectacular! The owners were kind and helpful and even left us a bottle of wine as a welcome gift.

We would recommend Casa Alves to anyone.

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April 2010 - Great host family. All the necessities were there on our arrival including a bottle of good Chianti.

They even carried our luggage in from the street.

This was our second visit to Casa Alves, and we will probably go again.

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September 2009 - We had the best time possible at Casa Alves. We met the owners and they were charming - a lovely welcome gift was much appreciated.

The apartment was perfect - better than we expected. It was spacious and clean and the kitchen was well equipped.

We spent most of our time on the balcony - the view was spectacular and is was private and relaxing. We had great fun watching the activities below in the street.

The owner recommended Restaurant Il Pino in Praiano - it was by far the best meal we enjoyed in Italy. And I must say that the view from the loo is the best in the world.

I will be recommending Casa Alves to anyone visiting the Amalfi Coast.

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August 2009 - The apartment was excellent and we highly recommend it.

We found it to be clean, beautifully appointed with all the facilities a family could require.

The apartment has a large balcony with magnificent coastal views, and is conveniently located near a grocery store, butcher, restaurants, bars, bus stop and beach.

The owners were very friendly and helpful.

Should we return to the Amalfi Coast we would definitely stay there again.

Also I found Luca and Andrea of Summer In Italy extremely professional and helpful. You and your website greatly contributed to us having a wonderful experience on the Amalfi Coast.

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August 2009 - Our family of 5 really enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves. The beautiful, roomy terrace provided amazing sea and sunset views which could not have been better. We ate our breakfast and enjoyed early evening drinks there daily.

The 2 bathrooms and kitchen were newly renovated and quite nice.

Francesca and her parents were very friendly, helpful, and a pleasure to deal with, always.

Although the second bedroom and living room were small and a bit cramped, it had little affect on our enjoyment of Casa Alves. The air conditioning was fine in the hot weather.

When we visit the Amalfi coast again, we will definitely stay at Casa Alves again. It was really lovely.

All was really great... We enjoyed your newsletters... The landlords of Casa Alves were wonderful...

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July 2009 - I decided to join my parents in Italy after seeing the photos of Casa Alves, the apartment they rented, online. When we got there in person, the photos didn't do the apartment justice.

What a spectacular place. Every room looks opens up to the balcony, and Praiano has the most beautiful view of any town on the Sorrentine peninsula/Amalfi coast.

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July 2009 - The place is very nice. The owner did all they could to make us feel welcome, which we did!

The small village was ideal for us and restaurants, bars and the various shops employees really did everything to make us feel welcome. We met only happy and helpful people.

Keep up the good work :-) We will definitely use your services again another time.

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July 2009 - We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves. We thought the location was excellent... close to the bus and many great restaurants. The only negative (which wasn't bad at all) was the climb up to the apartment. However, after talking to many tourists staying in other places, we discovered we had it pretty easy.

After being there for a week we got to know the locals and enjoyed their company many days. If we decide to go back to the Amalfi Coast we would stay there again.

The owners were very nice and great to work with.

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May 2009 - We absolutely loved this apartment. It was nice and homely and quite old which we liked.

The facilities were perfect, the location ideal and the terrace ensures some magnificent views all day long. Would definitely recommend this.

The owners were friendly and very helpful.

Summer In Italy are great and we will be in touch soon for another trip to Italy next year.

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April 2009 - We had the best time while at Casa Alves! Our accommodations couldn't have been better. We had the best view of the Amalfi Coast from our terrace.

The little town of Praiano was just what we were looking for; small town, not a lot of noise, bur convenient to other towns and sights.

We cooked-in a couple of times and used the washing machine. We booked Casa Alves because we wanted to be able to cook if we wanted to and clean our clothes so we could pack less and bring a smaller suitcase on the trip.

Your website is a tremendous resource for what to expect while in Italy. Your tips on trains, buses, food etc were what we went by to plan our trip. Keep up the good work!

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April 2009 - Casa Alves was just perfect and more than exceeded our expectations!

When we arrived, Francesca and her parents warmly greeted us - even taking our bags upstairs!! They took lots of time to show us the flat and point out the important things we needed to know. Francesca's English was amazing -better than our English perhaps!!! They answered any questions we had very clearly and gave us excellent local information to make our stay in Praiano just perfect.

The apartment itself was spotless - such a very high standard of hygiene throughout. It was equipped with everything we needed - and more - the family had even left us fruit and wine - what a start to our holiday!! It was more like staying in a home that renting an apartment. In fact we actually stayed in some evenings and made dinner - never have wanted to do that anywhere else we have stayed before!!!

The outlook from the balcony of the Casa Alves - totally amazing - we never tired of just sitting there and taking in the perfect views of the Amalfi coast - this will I am sure remain with us for a lifetime.

The location of the Casa Alves was just a perfect base to explore the rest of the Amalfi coast from.

On our last evening, Francesca came to ensure that all had gone well during our stay which was very thoughtful - it was good to be able to express our thanks to her in person for making our holiday to Amalfi just perfect.

I would also like to pass on our thanks to Luca and others at Summer in Italy, for also having a large part to play in making our holiday just perfect!! Your website is so well organised and interesting, with any information we required to read before our visit. Your communication with me was great too. The information you sent me was very detailed and meant that I had a clear idea of what to expect during my stay in Casa Alves. I will certainly be recommending you to as many people as possible!! I will also recommend you on the "Trip Advisor" website - that was where I got your website in the first place!!! I know that when we are planning future trips to Italy, I will be checking with your website before looking elsewhere!!

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April 2009 - This was a great place to stay for exploring the Amalfi coast. You are right in the middle of it and visits to Capri or even Pompei are within reach.

We certainly enjoyed the view and had also good contact with the locals.

I would certainly rent back Case Alves when we are back in the area.

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April 2009 - We enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves very much. The friendly owners met us downstairs and helped us take our bags up to the unit. The day we left Francesca and her Mum met us at the unit to say goodbye.

The unit is really lovely and very clean. Could have stayed for 2 weeks.

Very close by are restaurants, supermarkets and bars, and the bus stops are just across the road.

You overlook Positano from the balcony, very enjoyable.

Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this unit.

Summer In Italy is good! Easy to book with, details of the apartments were accurate and emails were answered immediately. Will be booking with Summer in Italy in the future.

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March 2009 - Casa Alves is a delightful apartment, spotlessly clean and in a great location with superb views.

We were greeted by the owners with a bottle of wine and a bowl of lemons which were both put to good use!

Praiano is a friendly village with all amenities available.

Unfortunately our visit coincided with 3 days of bad weather but on the good days we were able to take trips on the Sita bus to various places along the Amalfi Coast. There were also many walks in and around Praiano itself (lots of steps!).

Thank you Summer in Italy for a great service! We hope to return.

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January 2009 - We absolutely loved it!! The rooms were large and very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped with more essentials (sugar, salt, teabags, coffee, some spices, flour, etc., etc.) than I have ever seen in a vacation rental! I actually felt like cooking!

The view was spectacular! Unfortunately it rained and was colder than we expected, so we couldn't really enjoy the balcony.

The owners, Maria, Maurizio and their daughter Francesca were wonderful! Their warm welcome and holiday gifts (homemade Panettone, wine and more) were totally a treat for us! Our girls kept repeating - 'they were so nice' every time we spoke of them.

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December 2008 - Outstanding little apartment in central Praiano.

We were welcomed with small Christmas 'treats' on the table! The hospitality of the owners was unexpected and blew us away.

We did as much or as little as we wanted each day. If we felt energetic we caught the local buses to nearby villages or if we felt like being lazy we just indulged in the local Praiano walks. It was our perfect holiday. We have no 'highest' recommendation. Everything was stunning.

We all agreed that SummerInItaly was the best site we have ever used.

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October 2008 - We had an excellent week at Casa Alves.

The owners and manager were helpful and met us on arrival.

The view was outstanding and the time there was very relaxing.

The water pressure was low but you could still have a decent shower.

Location is good as very close to bus stop. Enjoyed local shopping and being able to eat relaxing meals at home.

Weather was great for the whole week and we always tried to get home for sunset to enjoy the view whilst having a glass of wine.

Overall the week was a highlight in our 3 month holiday and we would definitely go there again and would recommend it to friends.

Also found Summer in Italy very good to deal with and very helpful.

Owners had left plenty of local information for us to read and had left a nice welcome bottle of wine which was appreciated at the end of a long day's travel to get there.

Place was very clean and nicely presented. Website showed a good representation of place so no nasty surprises.

Keep up the good work. Found you to be very helpful and descriptions on website (and photos) very accurate and gave good idea of what to expect.

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October 2008 - The apartment was lovely.

The kitchen was well equipped with everything one might need to cook, or simply enjoy a little wine and cheese preparation. The beds were comfortable, the bathrooms nicely finished and functional. The television if you find time to watch, has a variety of stations including movie stations (with English options). The outdoor terrace is a dream with a drop dead view that changes nightly with the sunsets.

The hosts are very welcoming and helpful.

From our perspective there is not much else you could ask for in a vacation accommodation.

We were very impressed with the service from Summer in Italy and would not hesitate to recommend to others (we already have!)

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September 2008 - We are from Belgium and our mother language is Dutch, so excuse us if our English is not well spelled.

We had a wonderful vacation at "Casa Alves". The owners (Francesca and her father) welcomed us with fruit and drinks.

The apartment was great and had more then everything we needed.

The view was even better then the pictures we saw; it was absolutely STUNNING!

All the shops were nearby and the people of the village were very friendly.

The only thing that bothered us was the noise of the bar next below to us; Italians have the habit of meeting each other on the street so getting to sleep can be a bit of a problem.

At the other hand you get used to it after a few days, and it's vacation so you can sleep when you get home.

Also don't worry if you hear big bangs at approx 2 at night; it is not the beginning of World War III but only just fireworks. It's a tradition in that area.

If we go back to that area of Italy, we certainly go back to "Casa Alves"!

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August 2008 - We thought it was an excellent place to stay. It was clean and the owners were very helpful and willing to please.

The situation was ideal being in the village and so close to shops, buses, etc.

The view was marvellous.

Being in a small village we were very pleased to be there rather than in busy and touristy Amalfi and Positano.

We think Casa Alves was an excellent place to stay and would willing return.

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August 2008 - It was wonderful. We (4 of us) plan to return as soon as possible, perhaps even sooner.

Thank you. A wonderful experience from booking to check out!

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July 2008 - We more then enjoyed it, we loved it. It had everything you could possibly need for comfort and the view was amazing.

The owners were extremely nice and greeted us warmly. They answered all our questions and assured us they would be available in case we needed them, which we didn't.

The apartment was beautifully kept and everything worked perfectly.

The location couldn't be better. Great restaurants and the local grocery stores were only doors away. We loved it so much that we actually spent more time on the terrace than site seeing. When we did drag ourselves away, having the bus stop a few yards away from the front door was a pleasure.

I would definitely recommend Casa Alves to anyone planning on visiting the coast. The apartment is perfect for a family of 4-5 people.

Another added plus was having air conditioning. Some days can be pretty hot so there is nothing better to come home to then a cool apartment. There are two units. One in the master bedroom and the other in the living area which cools the second bedroom also.

This is the perfect place to stay for anyone planning a visit to this amazing part of Italy.

Keep up the good work. The apartment was even better than the pictures. We have been recommending your site to all our friends.

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July 2008 - Pictures do not do it justice, this is just a lovely perfect villa with wonderful views. You can see all the way to Capri.

We enjoyed the location of Casa Alves. This place is a true gem, everything needed for your home away from home.

The owners are very sweet and helpful.

This was our honeymoon and I have to say a trip of a life time and large in part to this villa and this town. The people are all so nice and friendly. I would recommend this place to everyone!

For planning our honeymoon over the Internet this experience working with Summer in Italy was far better then expected. Everything was very simple and easy.

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June 2008 - Wonderful location with one of the best views you could possibly hope for.

We enjoyed visiting Positano and Amalfi but were glad we were not living in them.

Wonderful website. The apartment was exactly as I expected it to be, except that the view was even better and the apartment even bigger than I had imagined. You will always be my first choice for accommodation in the future.

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June 2008 - We stayed at Casa Alves in June 2008. The owners met us at the bus stop (we were at the wrong one) and walked us up to the apartment and even carried our bags up the two flights of stairs.

The apartment had everything we needed and more, including some food supplies in the cupboard, fruit in a bowl and basic bathroom necessities which we weren't expecting.

The views over the bay were stunning, and the apartment was very close to a bus stop and good restaurants.

Our experience with Summer in Italy was fantastic - and the apartment exceeded our expectations. Thank you for helping to make our holiday great.

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May 2008 - Francesca [the owner of Casa Alves] and her family gave us a wonderful welcome, guiding us into the garage, carrying our luggage up stairs, telling us about the house and leaving a lovely bottle of wine.

The location was just superb with fabulous views. Being on the main road did not worry us at all - at night virtually all traffic ceased. Access to the bus services (Sita and local) was convenient, the small delicatessen was also nearby with all basic needs (including wine!) with a helpful staff and a good choice of restaurants. Buona, buona!

Your professional services were greatly appreciated. We will recommend to friends and acquaintances that they use Summer In Italy. Wonderful!

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April 2008 - Casa Alves was perfect for us! I really enjoyed it. Praiano is a picturesque town, and Casa Alves has a good location within it, in the Vettica Maggiore section of town, not far from Positano.

The apartment is a nice size, with 2 spacious bedrooms, a dining area, and an adequate living area. The bedding was comfortable and the furnishings were attractive. It was convenient to have a kitchen for breakfast and snacks, but we ate dinners out. This is vacation, right?

We spent much of our time on the lovely terrace... what a spectacular view! The children loved the multiple glass doors leading to the terrace. It let a lot of natural light into the villa, too.

I really appreciated that the bathrooms were very clean - I arrived with Clorox wipes in hand, ready to tackle the job, but found everything already sparkling! I was very pleased.

We were glad it was only 36 steps up from street level, because we did so much walking each day.

Signora Francesca [the owner] and her parents were lovely. They even left items we might need in the house, like napkins, and a large water bottle, and some snacks. If I return to the Amalfi Coast one day (and I hope to), I would stay here again. All 4 of us loved Casa Alves.

I spent 30 hours online researching various sites and locations. The Summer in Italy site provided an impressive amount of details, ratings, and photographs.

I was confident the villa would meet our needs because I knew so much about it before I arrived. Plus, your staff was helpful, answering all of my e-mailed questions quickly.

And the villa was great, so I have already recommended your website to a friend looking to travel to Italy.

And I will use your website again next year, God willing!

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April 2008 - This apartment was perfectly located for exploring the Amalfi Coast. We were a stone's throw from a pharmacy, a wonderful hotel bar (Hotel Le Fioriere) that served delicious espresso every morning, a grocery store, a taxi stand, the bus stop, a bakery, and souvenir shops.

The town's people were very friendly, waving to us every day when we left the apartment.

The pictures on your web site do not do this place justice. It was beautiful! The apartment is very clean and well maintained. Unfortunately, we picked a time when Italy saw it's first cold snap in April in 40 years, which severely limited our time sitting out on the balcony. The view is unbelievable from this apartment!

We had a good time anyway and the owners were just great. I had an emergency call from the States and they came over to get me to call home. They were very nice people.

This apartment had everything you could possibly need for an enjoyable vacation. We had fun walking through this town and got to see all of the beautiful towns along the coast from Sorrento to Paestum. (It hailed on us in Paestum!) We even went to Sunday mass at St. Gennaro's with the locals. We could not understand a lot of it, but it was a beautiful service just the same.

We took some fabulous pictures from the balcony and the apartment was very roomy. There were only three of us, but it would have still been comfortable with a couple more. There are two full bathrooms, which was really nice.

You guys were great all year while we planned this trip. Too bad you cannot control the weather, otherwise it would have been totally perfect! I studied well over 100 apartments last year before deciding on this one. I also read reviews of your agency on other travel sites. I am really glad I chose this one. Anytime I had any questions, Andrea or some other representative from your agency went out of their way to answer my questions. There were no surprises, which is always nice. I would not hesitate to use you again.

Thanks to all of you for a memorable trip.

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October 2007 - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves and recommend it without reservation.

The apartment is well situated, as it is in close proximity to Positano and Amalfi and lots of other interesting towns/places. A car is not necessary as the local bus and ferry service is great.

The apartment was very clean, comfortable, and well equipped, and you can't beat the view.

The apartment is located off of the main road, so you can hear the buses/cars honking sometimes, but it didn't bother us at all because we were too busy looking at the beautiful sea from our balcony, and we saw some wonderful sunsets. We enjoyed the location as it is away from the hustle and bustle of tourist towns such as Amalfi and Positano, but we could get to those places in no time at all on the bus.

The owner was very accommodating -- she even loaned us an alarm clock as we had an early morning departure.

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October 2007 - Very, very nice, we will absolutely recommend this place, however not for disabled and very small children. The apartment is spacious, very well kept(quite new), clean, charming etc. Have never experienced that a rent-for-week-apartment has been so well supplied with kitchen utensils.

The terrace is magnificent; sunny until sunset, spacious and with excellent and panoramic view to Positano and Capri. We actually lived at the terrace.

The living room is a bit limited as there are only two chairs for "after-dinner-seating", but as long as you may stay at the terrace, that is not a problem.

Maurizio [the owner] and his family is very loving and helpful. Also recommend Praiano/Vettica Maggiore over Positano as we feel Positano is a bit of a tourist-trap, but at the same time only a bus-ride away when you stay at Casa Alves. Bus stop is right outside the house. Some traffic noise, but no problem after dark.

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September 2007 - We enjoyed ourselves very much as Casa Alves. The spot was very exciting as the main road was just below the apartment. The view is amazing and the house was supplied with everything we needed.

Praiano is a very beautiful place with lots of charm.

The grocery store is within walking distance as well as the bus stop.

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September 2007 - We were 4 adults and we took advantage of the great large terrace where we could comfortably dine and enjoy the wonderful scenery!

Francesca and her Dad Maurizio [the owners] were very warm, made us feel comfortable and gave us many useful information on the surroundings. They were very friendly and very helpful.

Your service is extremely professional and prompt and the information provided was accurate and helpful... Thank you very much for your great service.

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August 2007 - Casa Alves is a beautifully presented, very well equipped apartment. The view from the terrace is stunning - easily the best view from any hotel/apartment we have ever stayed in.

The owners - Francesca, Maria and Maurizio - are amazingly friendly and welcoming. From gifts of wine and fruit on our arrival, to calling with a surprise birthday cake on our daughters 16th birthday, to driving us to Sorrento on our last day, they were the perfect hosts.

I'd like to rate Casa Alves with 5 stars across the board - but as it is on the main road in the centre of Praiano, it's not completely peaceful and quiet. But hey, its an apartment in an Italian coastal village. I loved sitting on the terrace in the evening, having seen the sunset over the Amalfi coast and Capri, watching the passers by.

The Summer In Italy website is excellent. Lots of information and plenty of photographs of every apartment. The arrival instructions they sent us shortly before the holiday were detailed and very useful - down to advising us to say "Per piacere, puo farci scendere a l'hotel Tramonto D'oro" (where Francesca and Maurizio met us) when boarding the bus in Sorrento!

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June 2007 - Casa Alves exceeded all of our expectations.

The views from the terrace were heart-stoppingly beautiful and the location could not have been more convenient. Everything we needed – groceries, wine, liquor, ATM, bus stops (Sita and local), fishmonger, butcher shop, tobacconist, several bars and restaurants, car service, pharmacy – was less than five minutes away. Casa Alves is located about two hundred meters from Praiano's town center, and they're all level.

Although we spent the majority of this trip just enjoying Praiano - and there’s so much to enjoy – first-timers will appreciate its central proximity to Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and Capri.

Francesca, Maria and Maurizio, the lucky owners of Casa Alves, were very kind and attentive to our needs. We had a little drainage problem in both showers the third morning of our stay, which we just assumed would take hours for someone to get to, but Maurizio arrived on the scene and had both drains unclogged within 30 minutes of my initial text message to Francesca. Needless to say, we were sufficiently impressed.

We will definitely stay at Casa Alves the next time we visit the Amalfi Coast, which we pray will be soon. Thank you Summer In Italy for making everything so easy and for answering all of our email questions in a timely and courteous manner. Your site and customer service are spot on.

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June 2007 - Casa Alves was even better than the description and pictures. We were amazed by the convenience and the cleanliness. The steps were a little difficult for us because we are older and have some medical problems but our daughter and grandchildren didn't mind at all. They even climbed the 383 steps to the village beach every day and loved it.

Francesca and Maurizio [the owners] were most welcoming and communicated to us in English which was helpful.

We enjoyed so much the village markets with their fresh foods and loved cooking in the kitchen and dining on the terrace with its spectacular view.

The bus stopped just down the street whenever we decided to take a trip to Amalfi, Positano or Ravello.

Praiano and Casa Alves were just what we were looking for in a vacation, relaxation and new experiences. Thank you to Summer in Italy and Casa Alves for surpassing our expectations.

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June 2007 - We loved our stay at Casa Alves and could not have asked for anything more.

The location was perfect for us and our 3 children. Close to the bus stop for both buses, close to wonderful restaurants, we loved stopping by the Bar Del Sole every night for a coffee, gelato, wine or other treat for the kids. We loved stopping by the church most evenings where our kids and many other local kids played and adults gathered.

We enjoyed visiting Pompeii, Capri and Positano but loved coming home to Casa Alves each night.

The entire apartment was beautiful, even more than we expected, but the terrace was just amazing. It was so large, with a table and chairs and two loungers. We would eat out there, read, nap. The view was perfect.

One of our favorite restaurants was La Gavitella and we enjoyed being right near the 400 steps down to the beach. We can't wait to come back to Praiano some day.

Our experience with Summer in Italy was great. Very organized and kept us informed by e-mail. Thank you.

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June 2007 - Casa Alves was perfect for us. We had an amazing time here. The family that showed us the apartment was outstanding. So NICE!!!

The kitchen is quite nice to cook in. Having a glass of wine and dinner on the terrace is something that cannot be beat.

The views are outstanding.

The washing machine in the apartment was a true blessing.

Everything was immaculate and perfect! It is the perfect place for a vacation. Easy to get to other towns.

Summer In Italy was a real great find for us. Amazing job. I would rent again with them! The whole process was very easy and all of my questions were answered quickly. Do not hesitate to use this service. You will be so happy that you did.

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May 2007 - My 15 year old son and I stayed at Casa Alves from May 19th through the 26th. We very much enjoyed our stay there. The view was incredible and I loved the fact that three of the rooms opened onto the balcony. The first thing you saw in the morning was the hazy mist of Positano. The balcony was nicely decorated with flowers and lounge chairs.

The villa is conveniently located with the bus stop practically at your door. A few of the nights were a bit noisy as there is a hotel across the street. One night there was a wedding and it was fun to watch. The little bit of noise wasn't enough to really bother us.

For some reason -- and this was because of my own unfounded assumption -- I thought the villa would be a little more secluded. But the house had everything -- including a welcoming bottle of wine.

Francesca [the owner] and her family were so nice, helping us up the stairs with our bags, etc.

I can't say enough about the staff at Summer in Italy. I must have asked them at least one question a day for the last four months. They are always so kind and patient and a wealth of information.

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May 2007 - Casa Alves was better than I could have imagined. It had everything to make the stay comfortable, was very clean and spacious, and the location in Praiano was perfect.

The view was spectacular! The balcony was even better than it looked on the website.

Our host family was friendly and helpful.

We had all the peace and quiet we needed, as well as the lively atmosphere of the town when we wanted.

I booked with Summer in Italy by chance and cannot say enough about your great service. I will be coming back to Italy and will certainly use your service. I have told everyone I know about Summer in Italy. You are very nice people to deal with and being able to do everything online with a credit card is wonderful. My only concern is that now Casa Alves will be full when I want to come back!!

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April 2007 - We did enjoy Casa Alves very much. The apartment is very well located in the village which is good located on the coast. Easy to get everywhere by bus. The place wasn't quiet because of the location but that didn't disturb us at all.

The apartment was so clean and everything was in very good condition.

The only thing that could be better was the living room, more seats would be nice.

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April 2007 - It was the best vacation I've ever had! Casa Alves was amazing, it had everything we needed and the views were breath taking.

It also had a great location within Praiano, close to every where we needed to go to.

I would love to stay there again!

I will definitely go through Summer In Italy again! Everyone was so helpful and made everything stress free! Thank you!

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March 2007 - Casa Alves was a great! We were surprised that the views were even better than the pictures. Not only did we sit out on the patio for the views, but also to watch the activity down below on SS 163. Even with the casa above the main road, noise was not even an issue.

We would stay there again in a heartbeat, it would be perfect for 4 people or 2 couples.

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December 2006 - Casa Alves is located in Praiano which is not in the main tourist circuit but it is a much more friendly environment and you can feel part of the village.

In particular we were met by a host family to introduce us to the area and the unit and they were a most exceptional family. This is truly a great-value-for-money experience.

I think the unit is lovely, we were an Australian family of 4 and the unit was excellent.

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November 2006 - It's a wonderful flat, right in the village.

The rooms are large and airy. Both bathrooms were new with nice showers. The kitchen was also new and offered everything we needed. The flat was very clean and well appointed.

The owners were wonderful and made us feel very welcome.

The views were magnificent, both by day and night.

The whole set up was wonderful for 2 adults with 2 small children, we couldn't have asked for more.

You do a wonderful job. You made the booking process very easy and your instructions/directions were spot on. Many thanks.

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October 2006 - We had a wonderful time at Casa Alves.

The view from the terrace was just incredible, even better than the photos.

The hosts were kind and helpful.

I really enjoyed your quick and nice replies to all of my enquiries. I would warmly recommend your services to everyone I know!

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October 2006 - Casa Alves was a very enjoyable apartment, adjacent to the main attractions on the Amalfi but not too close to large amounts of tourists.

We were met by the owner/managers who had prepared with some basic foodstuffs, which was helpful as we had arrived on Saturday afternoon.

The apartment was perfect for a relaxed holiday after almost 2 months travelling through Italy, and we have wonderful memories of watching the glorious sunsets from the balcony

We were very impressed with the service provided by your company, and would use it again. We travel reasonably regularly to Italy and stay in apartments where possible.

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October 2006 - We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves - the owners were lovely and very accommodating.

The view was fantastic. The two bedrooms were large and the two bathrooms were well appointed and modern.

Without the use of the garage, though, parking would be difficult [parking space in the garage is available upon request].

There was a little supermarket down the road and restaurants around the apartment so it was very easy to live there. Bus stops were nearby and overall we had a fantastic time.

I found it easy to deal with Summer In Italy, everything was as you represented it to be and when we had a small problem with language you were available to help.

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September 2006 - From the moment we arrived, the owners made us feel so welcome. We were delighted with the apartment, the views, the small gifts (olive oil, fruit, beer, coke, biscuits, washing powder) and the warmth of Maurizio, Maria and Francesca.

The local shopkeepers were just gorgeous and coped with our poor Italian with good grace.

We loved being able to walk down the road and choose our evening's meal (wonderful fishmonger, butcher and the superb fresh local fruit and veg).

Casa Alves was extremely convenient with the Sita bus stop just down the road - it was an experience travelling on these buses, yet the bus drivers handled the extremely tight roads with care and expertise!

We dined at La Brace - what a wonderful restaurant - our children (aged 11 and 10) thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

We spent many evenings on our balcony enjoying the wonderful view - watching the lights come on in Positano was an evening delight.

We were delighted to receive one evening a home made cake and bottle of wine from the owners - absolutely delicious.

We were overwhelmed with Maurizio's offer to drive us (and our luggage) to Sorrento on the day that we left so that we wouldn't have to catch the Sita bus with our luggage - that tiny little Fiat will probably never be the same - but we so appreciated it!

Considering that Casa Alves is on the main road to Amalfi I was expecting it to be quite noisy but there was hardly any traffic at night - now that I have seen the road I am not at all surprised - I wouldn't want to be driving at night! We loved all the buses tooting as they approached a corner.

We can't thank the owners enough for making our stay so enjoyable. They had really thought of everything - olive oil, biscuits, balsamic vinegar, tea bags, coffee, mosquito repellent, plug in repellent for the apartment, washing powder (so gratefully used as we had been on the road for 5 weeks), beach towels, large pots for pasta, BBQ.

I am so impressed with Summer in Italy. From the very first time that we contacted you our queries were replied to promptly and efficiently with clear information. Your instructions of how to get to Casa Alves were fantastic. We would certainly book with you again and have recommended your website to friends.

Praiano was a magnificent ending to our 5 weeks in Europe with our children - neither wanted to leave and both would like to return to live there!

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September 2006 - We didn't know what to expect of Praiano or our internet rental and were a bit apprehensive. Not only was the website user-friendly, but the owners were even more so.

Beautiful views, nice apartment, convenient location for transportation and groceries; a friendly town with fresh produce and even gelato.

The owners were courteous and made us feel welcome. Thank you!

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September 2006 - This is an amazing little gem on the Amalfi Coast - perfectly located in Praiano just a stones throw from Positano, Amalfi etc if you can brave the buses! or driving!

The apartment is lovely with loads of extras such a beach towels, welcome drinks, cooking basics, fruit etc.

The owners are really friendly and helpful and have taken real pride in creating an amazing home for you for a week - we barely moved off the terrace all week as we got the sun from aroun 10 - 8 every day - the views are breathtaking as well!

If you have a car hire a space from the owners it makes life a lot easier!

Thank you very much.

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August 2006 - Our stay at Casa Alves was delightful! We thought that there was no way the pictures of the place could be real - but the view is actually more impressive than the pictures convey.

Maurizio and his family were wonderful - and we felt like family each time we encountered them in Praiano.

Praiano is the perfect place to stay on the Amalfi Coast. It's centrally located but less touristy than Positano and Amalfi. Lots of Italians take their summer vacation there and everyone was quite welcoming.

If you plan to go to Capri, definitely use the private company that they recommend at Casa Alves (you will see a laminated sign by the door). The captain loves sailing and it shows - he took his time exploring the different islands on the way back, stopped frequently for us to swim, and offered us sodas and beers.

We can't say enough positive comments about the owners and Summers in Italy. Everything was handled quite professionally.

You won't want to leave!

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August 2006 - We very much enjoyed our stay at Casa Alves.

Everything about the appartment was as described on the website and the owners were very helpful when we arrived and on the morning we left.

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July 2006 - We liked it very much.

So fresh and clean and high standard.

The family met us when we come and were so nice!

Good support and easy to contact you, thanks for good vacation in Italy!!

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June 2006 - We loved the Casa Alves and the town of Praiano.

It was so convenient to town yet peaceful that all ideas of day trips to Pompeii, Capri, etc. were quickly discarded.

Everything was absolutely lovely and we hated leaving - hope to be back very soon. Thank you so much for everything.

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June 2006 - This property is the very best to be found on the Amalfi Coast, views are outstanding ++++.

Praiano offers everything one would desire, right at your doorstep. The owners are truly the very best. Upon our arrival, a very friendly and warm welcome.

People here are very friendly, helpful, and go out of their way to make your stay one to remember.

Public transportation is perfect and gives you a true feeling of the people and its coast. You can't go wrong here.

GRAZIE, GRAZIE, GRAZIE.