Reviews of Casa Ginepro
Self catering accommodation in Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy
Angela L.
Melbourne
Australia
VERIFIED
Excellent
September 2024 - Great value for money - it's in a great spot you can walk to the beach instead of waiting for the bus every time you walk down.
The view was great but be aware it's great because there are approximately 160 steps from the street level to your apartment. It's worth the view though! Will def stay there again when I return to Positano.
Summer In Italy were great!!! Easy to deal with and very helpful
Travel tips
- Pay a porter to bring your luggage up and down.
Alejandro L.
Oaxaca
Mexico
VERIFIED
Great location
July 2024 - Great location, comfortably close to the beach. Very spacious place with a nice terrace for eating outdoor.
Mary B.
Las Vegas, NV
United States
VERIFIED
Excellent
June 2024 - The balcony was beautiful! There are a lot of stairs, but it leases to beautiful sites!
It was good. We would use Summer In Italy again. Thank you.
Travel tips
- Everything from restaurants to shopping and the beach are minutes from your house.
Natalia C.
Calgary
Canada
VERIFIED
Loved it! Spacious, clean, in the perfect area
September 2023 - My parents and I absolutely loved it. It was spacious, clean, in the perfect area and the climb up was the perfect exercise - even for my senior parents!
It provided everything we needed and Summer In Italy also assisted us in organizing private shuttle from Napoli!
I would highly recommend and the price was worth it!
Sven E.
Stamford, CT
United States
VERIFIED
Lovely location with easy access to central Positano
June 2023 - Lovely location with easy access to central Positano and all the shops and restaurants. Only 134 stairs to the villa, which is actually less than they state. So that was a welcome surprise. And we had porters deliver our luggage (and the price is actually quite cheap) from the ferry.
Really a very pleasant stay! I do recommend this location and the hosts. Very nice and responsive!
I like this company. Everyone is so responsive and so doggone friendly. Thanks for answering all my questions in the months prior! Oh, and my family loved the several-page write-up you send out after I booked it. It was humorous yet informative!
Travel tips
- Use porters for the luggage, no matter where you're coming in from. They're cheap but save the hassle carrying bags up and down.
- Go to Restaurant La Tagliata up in Montepertuso. Owners are great. Food is ridiculous! (in a good way!). View is bonkers!
- Positano is much easier to navigate than we thought it was going to be.
Pamela P.
Miami, FL
United States
VERIFIED
Excellent
June 2023 - I absolutely loved our stay! Very easy check in. The owner texted us while we were on our way and met us downstairs at our shuttle drop off location which was about 2 minutes away.
There’s 150 stairs to get to the house which sounds like a lot but compared the other places it actually isn’t bad at all! If you’re staying anywhere in Positano be prepared to walk!!! The house was very clean. I would definitely stay here again.
Rose G.
Sarasota, Florida
United States
VERIFIED
Perfect for my needs! Perfect location, fabulous terrace with amazing views
April 2023 - I very much enjoyed my stay at Casa Ginepro. Located at the center of Positano within easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. As a solo traveler the apartment was perfect for my needs and I felt safe at all times. There is room for 3 adults to stay comfortably. The terrace was fabulous with amazing views! There is a pretty well stocked kitchen (if you decide to cook). There are a number of steps (150 to be exact) leading up to the apartment but not surprising for Positano. There are landings at various locations along the stairs to enjoy the view and catch your breath. Sitting on the terrace makes the walk all the more special.
Luca and his entire staff at Summer In Italy are THE reason I rented Casa Ginepro. I would certainly contact them again if I travel to Italy again. I highly recommend without reservation.
Travel tips
- The location is perfect for checking out the many shops within easy walking distance.
- There is a market close by where you can purchase basic items for your stay.
- There is a lovely cafe not far from the apartment where you can relax with morning coffee and the pastry of your choice while people watching.
- There are a number of wonderful restaurants within walking distance up the hill from the apartment. I enjoyed a lovely dinner at Restaurant Da Vincenzo a short distance from the apartment near the Poseidon Hotel. Additionally, there are many restaurants at the beach where you can enjoy fantastic meals.
Tim C.
London
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
A great place
October 2022 - This is a great place. Loved the balcony, very private and great views.
Allison K.
Arlington, VA
United States
VERIFIED
Great location
October 2022 - Great location for the price of the accommodation! A very easy walk into the main part of town. Would stay again.
Lauren M.
Boston, MA
United States
VERIFIED
Amazing location, incredible view and terrace
September 2022 - We really enjoyed our stay at Luca’s place. It was located in the center of Positano. It was very roomy for 3 adults, and the views were amazing! The terrace was incredible and also a life saver as unfortunately it rained our whole time in Positano. Having that huge covered terrace to sit on and drink wine and enjoy food while watching the storm was a lifesaver.
There are a number of steps to get to the apartment but for Positano, it’s really nothing at all. You don’t get those views without a little work. We were super disappointed that because of the rain, our trip to Capri and our beach day were cancelled but luckily we had a spacious, clean apartment with phenomenal views to stay in. So happy I chose this place and would definitely recommend.
Thanks, Luca! We really enjoyed our stay. Location was amazing, view was incredible and the terrace was a life saver in the pouring rain!
Denise H.
Caledonia, MC
United States
VERIFIED
Wonderful, would stay again
September 2022 - Everything was wonderful!
Our host communicated really well with us and answered our questions.
The veranda was lovely and we had a great view. Also, there was a washing machine, drying rack and iron which we really appreciated. We would stay here again!
Teresa C.
Londra
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Fantastic location, really nice view from the balcony
June 2022 - Yes, we enjoyed it very much. Location is fantastic, very close to our shuttle pick-up and drop-off point, which is surprising. Have really nice view from the balcony and there aren't too many steps - compared with a lot of properties in the area.
Price is reasonable for what the market is in Positano, everyone I've dealt with are very pleasant and friendly, easy to be contacted. Reservation voucher that was sent to my email was also useful.
Travel tips
- If you come buy by shared shuttle service, the house is only 2 min walk away.
- Everything in Positano is pretty easily accessible, from restaurants, shops, even the beach is about 10 min walk away downhill from the house.
Sarah P.
Plainfield, NJ
United States
VERIFIED
It was a great place to stay!
May 2022 - The location was close to town (you did have to walk up a lot of stairs but that's just all of Positano!) and very private. The apartment had everything we needed and was well kept. The balcony was great and had a wonderful view.
Carina C.
New York
United States
VERIFIED
Perfect spot with beautiful view
May 2022 - Perfect spot. Close to everything! The terrace was a great spot in the nice weather. Beautiful view.
Patrizia was so lovely and explained everything we needed to know.
If you're traveling from Naples I would suggest the ferry Vs taking a bus and train. A little more expensive but so worth it.
Eric F.
Pittsburgh, PA
United States
VERIFIED
Fantastic place to stay in a beautiful area
May 2022 - This was a fantastic place to stay in a beautiful area. Centrally located from all fun and excitement of the area. I was very happy to have stayed here and would do so again.
Ruth F.
Dingle
Ireland
VERIFIED
Lovely, clean apartment with a gorgeous view
September 2021 - Lovely, clean apartment with a gorgeous view from the balcony. Check-in was so simple and great communication from the hosts.
There’s a lot of steps up to the apartment itself but that’s to be expected in Positano so we didn’t mind. The location was also very central.
We loved every part of our stay.Justin E.
Oakland, CA
United States
VERIFIED
My wife and I had a wonderful stay
September 2021 - It was amazingly well located and just what we were looking for.
We would happily return again.
Donna L.
Waterloo
Canada
VERIFIED
A magical experience. We were sad to leave!
October 2019 - Staying at Casa Ginepro was very unique and special. Sitting on the beautiful terrace looking out at the town and water was a magical experience. We were sad to leave!
Just thank you for the opportunity to stay at Casa Ginepro.
Summer In Italy were very professional and provided very detailed information for us. Gaining access and departing from the property was easy and their team was excellent. I would definitely book through Summer In Italy in the future.
Travel tips
- Everything was so close to the property - beautiful nearby shops, bus service, amazing restaurants, a deli where we bought our hot delicious meals on several occasions, and a boat cruise to the Island of Capri within walking distance.
- We took a day trip along the Amalfi Coast with Limousine Sorrento Renato Cuomo.
Jacqueline H.
Lafayette, LA
United States
VERIFIED
Amazing view, would return
September 2019 - The view was absolutely amazing! We loved staying there and would return again!
Our only regrets would be to have used the luggage porter service because it was a long hike up to the apartment. Other than that, the place was dreamy!
Jeffrey R.
Overland Park, KS
United States
VERIFIED
Outstanding location and view of Positano
July 2019 - Outstanding location and view of Positano. It is quite a trek to the unit once you reach the gate, but everything is that way.
The unit is in a quiet pretty setting and once inside very private. The East facing terrace was perfect for end of the day relaxing and perfect for a quick breakfast to start the day. The kitchen was well stocked. We used the laundry machine that worked flawlessly. The air conditioning was welcome after a long day on the beach, hiking or taking the many Positano steps.
We would recommend this unit and the property management company.
Summer In Italy was very responsive to any request for information from us and flexible on check-in and check-out times. We would recommend them.
Travel tips
- There is more direct way to the beach if you go up the hill and then take the path across from the restaurant with outdoor seating. LOTS and LOTS of steps, but it is more direct and you take steps to get there anyway!
Catherine M.
Williamstown
Australia
VERIFIED
Exactly as per the photos
April 2019 - The property is exactly as per the photos and a very comfortable little home for my husband and I. We stayed in Positano for 6 nights, so it was great to have some private space to relax and even cook the odd meal.
The balcony is fantastic! We spent many afternoons enjoying the sun until the crowded tourist filled streets calmed down.
The property is in a great location and yes there’s steps... but that’s the beauty of the Amalfi Coast.
Katherine S.
Ottawa
Canada
VERIFIED
We loved Casa Ginepro
April 2019 - We loved Casa Ginepro. The location was excellent for us -- very close to the centre of town. We liked the apartment for the bright, lovely decor and the fabulous terrace. The bed was comfortable and everything was clean and tidy. It was nice to have a kitchen with basic cooking equipment.
We were very pleased with communication regarding booking and check-in and check-out. Thanks to Luca and Rossana. The newsletter is a great idea.
Travel tips
- Our favourite activity was the hike on the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) -- one of the most stunning hikes anywhere.
- We enjoyed a number of restaurants, including La Tagliata, Mediterraneo and Lo Guarracino, and loved the gelato at Collina bakery.
Molly L.
Chicago, IL
United States
VERIFIED
This was the cutest most authentic apartment. My husband and I adored it!
October 2018 - This was the cutest most authentic apartment. My husband and I adored it! The terrace had an incredible view. There were several steps to get up to Casa Ginepro but if you are visiting Positano there are steps everywhere you go - you can’t avoid them. The steps are part of the charm.
The location was the best part. Walking distance to anywhere you want to go - under 8 minutes to get to the square, the beach, super market, etc. Also the bus stop is right at the entrance of the apartment which is nice - we never took the bus because we were so close to everything and enjoyed the scenic walks. This was a great value for what you get! Highly recommend. Ciao!
Summer In Italy is a trustworthy company. Came recommended to us by a friend who had a great experience.
Travel tips
- Amalfi Coast Transfers - fabulous transportation company to get to and from Naples airport.
- Latteria deli - amazing local shop with delicious sub sandwiches and more. Great place to order an inexpensive meal and have a Peroni on their quaint patio.
- Restaurant La Tagliata - fabulous authentic dining experience. Must go if in Positano! Make reservations. They provide complimentary shuttle as it’s on the top of the mountain.
- Cooking class - incredible experience.
- Boat tour to Capri - I highly suggest taking a ferry to Capri for a day and doing a boat tour from there. The boat tours are the most affordable around and private which is amazing!
- Swimming in the Blue Grotto was incredible.
Marina K.
Highland Park, IL
United States
VERIFIED
Absolutely amazing
September 2018 - Casa Ginepro is absolutely amazing; a beautiful, clean, and cozy apartment. Everything was beyond expectations. We loved everything there, but the terrace is especially to die for! Sitting on the terrace (especially in the evening with the glass of wine) and looking at the beautiful surrounding cliffs was like paradise. The apartment is located in a cute and quiet gated community. Getting up to the unit required walking up a lot of stairs, but there are a lot of beautiful trees and flowers along the way. Fantastic location, walking distance to beaches (7-10 min walk). We loved Casa Ginepro so much, it was the highlight of our stay in Positano. The next time we visit Positano we will definitely stay here again, highly recommend!
Check-in was very easy with the check-in girl, Rossana. She was very nice and even helped us with our bags.
Summer In Italy is the best site I have ever used for trip planning. Their service and professionalism is great, and they are very quick to respond to any questions and concerns. Their newsletters are also very helpful. Will definitely use the site again in planning my next trip to Italy, and I recommend it to all of my friends. Thank you so much Andrea, Anita, and of course Luca for your help in making our trip to Positano amazing!
Travel tips
- We preferred the smaller beach which is a 5-10 minute walk from the public beach. It is next to a small cute restaurant where you can enjoy fresh fish caught that day.
- For dinner, some good restaurants with reasonable prices are "Café Positano" and "Il Capitano". Both have outdoor seating with a sea view. Both a 5-7 minute walk uphill from the apartment.
- We also enjoyed "Valle Dei Mulini" which is a 5 minute walk downhill from the apartment. Outdoor seating with a lemon tree garden, and very good grilled meat.
- For car transfer, we used the service "Limousine Sorrento Renato Cuomo". We took cars to and from the Napoli train station, as well as a full day tour of Pompeii, Amalfi, and Ravello. We were able to negotiate to include all of these transfers, and the price was unbeatable. Excellent and polite drivers, cars in very good condition. This company was provided by Summer In Italy on their site.
Siddhartha P.
Chicago, IL
United States
VERIFIED
Great location
July 2018 - Casa Ginepro has a great location. We could walk to everything in Positano in under 15 minutes.
The house is small and cute. Should fit up to 3 people comfortably. Basic amenities like towels are provided, bring your own toiletries. One thing that could be better is if the house had salt, pepper and olive oil, in case guests decided to cook breakfast. All in all, we would stay there again!
Our host gave us a map and good tips.
Travel tips
- Just beware, there are approximately 160 stairway steps to get to the house from the street level so you need to manage them every time you go out and come back. Since we were fairly fit, this was not a problem for us.
Glenn M.
Pinellas park, FL
United States
VERIFIED
Very clean and well furnished
June 2018 - Casa Ginepro was very clean and well furnished.
Summer In Italy was excellent to work with. They answered all of our questions and made getting into the house very easy.
Travel tips
- The washing machine was a big hit as we were traveling for three weeks.
Anthony P.
Collingwood
Canada
VERIFIED
Excellent house!
May 2018 - Excellent house! As advertised and better than expected. Spacious terrace for lounging and meals. Well equipped kitchen with everything you need.
Very easy check-in and gracious host. The host helped us with our bags and provided a very reasonable car park with a discount which is a must if you have a car in Positano.
Summer In Italy was very professional and quick to respond to all correspondence.
Travel tips
- Casa Ginepro is centrally located and easy to get to the beach, many restaurants nearby.
- Day trip to Capri.
Artem P.
Hawthorne, NJ
United States
VERIFIED
We couldn't have been happier
October 2017 - We couldn't have been happier choosing Casa Ginepro as our base in Positano.
It is centrally located, close to shopping, beach and restaurants. The house itself is very clean and cozy, the bed comfortable and the kitchen well stocked for cooking. It comes highly recommended!
Brittany B.
Atlanta
United States
VERIFIED
It was perfect!
October 2017 - It was perfect! When we are on vacation we barely spend any time in our room so all we really needed was a clean place to lay our heads at night and home base. It was great having a terrace to sit down and have a drink. The location was great we walked everywhere and the stairs were never an issue for us.
We loved our stay - would highly recommend to anyone who just needs something clean and convenient while they explore!
Summer In Italy were great! Very helpful in communicating with our landlord.
Kim L.
Honk Hong
Hong Kong S.A.R.
VERIFIED
Would recommend to friends
September 2017 - Love it and would recommend to friends. Casa Ginepro was clean and cheaper rate to surrounding hotels yet with great views.
Ashleigh M.
Auckland
New Zealand
VERIFIED
We had a great time
September 2017 - We had a great time at Casa Ginepro - good location, clean and tidy. The terrace was great.
There are quite a few steps to get up to the property so we wouldn't bring such large suitcases next time. But this shouldn't put anyone off from staying - everywhere in Positano has steps!
Great - good communication and easy to check-in/check-out.
John Guss A.
Dreieich
Germany
VERIFIED
Quiet location
October 2016 - Casa Ginepro is a very good house in a quiet location. The house is very clean and decorated with taste. Around the house you can find good shops, restaurants and places for having breakfast. Once you have climbed the about 150 steps, you will have a quiet place to stay in Positano -- that is not always possible in other locations of the village.
Summer In Italy is a very good agency.
Travel tips
- A few meters away there is the bus stop to get to the surrounding areas and to Nocelle. Pay to the driver.
- If one intends to visit Amalfi, Ravello or Sorrento by public transportation, it is recommended to use buses (Euro 2,70) only getting on at the departure station, as there you may get seats. If you take the bus in Positano, probably you will not have seats. So for the trip to Amalfi it is prefarable to take the boat (Euro 8,00).
- At about 300 meters there is an excellent grocery store where you can buy wines, bread, cheese, fruits etc.
- Not far away many restaurants, as Restaurant Da Vicenzo and others.
- A recommendation is the breakfast buffet at Hotel Palazzo Murat.
- Excellent pizza at the Hotel Covo dei Sarraceni, at the port. Try the "calzone napolitano".
- We used the services of "Positano Transfer" negotiating the price for the round trip transfer Napoli-Positano-Napoli in advance. Excellent and polite drivers, luxurious cars.
- In the overall screening of the property one has to consider the cost for the porter service: Euro 10,00 per bag, one way for the 150 steps. But if you stay one week, it will be worth paying it.
Tyler S.
Burnaby
Canada
VERIFIED
Great honeymoon
September 2016 - We had a great honeymoon stay at Casa Ginepro. Very roomy, amazing balcony with view, centrally located and easily accessed. Would definitely stay again.
Travel tips
- Casa e Bottega was our favourite place to grab breakfast or lunch.
- Head over to Capri and Amalfi for day trips.
- Travel by ferry is safe and fast.
Robert T.
Deux-Montagnes
Canada
VERIFIED
Nice and clean apartment
September 2016 - Everything was as described. The apartment was very clean.
It was the second time working with you. Thank you for all correspondence we had together. Prompt answers. We recommend you for sure. Your website is complete, clear (easy to work with) and pleasant.
Travel tips
- We found the restaurant Cafe Positano just beside. The best for the food, the view and the staff was very a commodating.
- Surrounding towns easy to get around by boat.
Katya K.
Brooklyn, NY
United States
VERIFIED
Perfect for the two of us!
September 2016 - Casa Ginepro had everything we needed and was perfect for the two of us!
Lloyd James G.
Alderley
Australia
VERIFIED
Great place
June 2016 - Casa Ginepro is a great place, with a handy location. Lots of steps, but doesn't every place in this area? The terrace was fabulous, and plenty of space throughout.
Good advice, good feedback and good operators.
Travel tips
- You will get fit walking to and from the apartment, but nothing beats the end result.
- Not far from everything important - eats, drinks, centre of action.
Jane N.
Nottingham
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Really enjoyed our stay
June 2016 - We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Ginepro. It is in a good location, close enough to the beach, but far enough away to relax away from the crowds of people. There is everything and more that you will need to make your stay pleasant. Over all I would recommend Casa Ginepro to anyone looking for self catering on Positano.
I can not recommend Summer In Italy highly enough. From the initial looking for an apartment to the very end of our stay, they answered any queries how ever small or large straight away.
Travel tips
- Do not be put of by the 160 steps up to the apartment, they are set out in a way that you climb so many then there is a level then a few more steps no where near as daunting as I first thought.
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