Reviews of Casa Vela

Perfection!

June 2024 - Our two week stay at Casa Vela was the best vacation ever. It is a beautiful house surrounded by flowers and a spectacular view of the Mediterranean. We were happy to be in Praiano, a quiet village away from - but close to - the bustling Positano and Amalfi.

Our hosts were more than helpful, welcoming and friendly.

The people at Summer In Italy were a joy with whom to work: responsive, professional and friendly. Booking our stay could not have been easier. I highly recommend Summer In Italy.

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Perfect stay! Comfortable house in an amazing location, with great views and awesome host

May 2024 - Casa Vela was a perfect, beautiful stay for our small family (3 adults, 1 couple + 1) on the Amalfi Coast.

Gianluca (GL) the host went above and beyond with recommendations for our travel, arranging reservations for us and even picked us up at the beach where we arrived by water taxi. After navigating many travel details throughout Italy, the concierge-like service along with this amazing location made it a highlight of our trip.

We got by without a car as we embrace the many steps, walking and figuring out the local transportation. If you do have a car, the villa comes with a parking space, which is rare for this area, though driving would be its own challenge in this hill towns.

The house has most anything one needs for comfort, cooking and a nice local character. GL and his family are nearby and available for questions or assistance. Systems-plumbing, AC etc are a bit quirky as is normal in Italy. The views and sun at all times of day from the two patios are reason enough to stay here.

Location is in middle of town/hill so good location for accessing both lower sites: beaches, the village “center”, water side walks; road and transportation to other Amalfi Coast locations and also upper sites: some amazing restaurants, churches and the hiking trail Path of the Gods.

The pictures online do not do it justice! The views are amazing

October 2023 - The pictures online do not do it justice! The views are amazing. The home has everything you need and then some. It was perfect. Even has private parking which is rare on the Amalfi Coast.

Gianluca, our host was amazing! He helped us with local secrets of where to go and where to eat. He helped with transfers and was an all around amazing host. Goes above and beyond!

We will be sending a few friends here and we will return to stay. It really was perfect.

Summer In Italy was easy to book with. No issues. They were very responsive.

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Perfect from beginning to the end!

September 2023 - Ahhh Casa Vela, was perfect from beginning to the end. Well the end was sad, because we were not ready to leave this paradise! Casa Vela terraces and views are spectacular, even in rainy weather. There is a spot for every time of day and weather to enjoy outside. The kitchen is fully stocked with every appliance you can think of, the bathrooms are spacious and the water pressure is divine! The access to villa is a few easy steps and your own private parking (very rare)! A short walk to markets and restaurants, bus stop, and most especially the beach!

Gianluca our host was truly the most professional, informative, friendliest and most generous of any host I have stayed with. Gianluca stays in communication with you always if you need advice or to offer excursions! I highly suggest you do this for one day, we had the most special day touring Amalfi and the coast with him for a day, truly unforgettable! Keep doing what your doing Gianluca! Perfetto! 👏❤️ Cannot wait to return to Casa Vela!

This was my first time in 6 years to the Amalfi Coast I booked with Summer In Italy, the service that Luca, Klint and team provide is Platinum! I will never forget the day my phone rang while I was working, it was Luca calling after I sent an email inquiring about renting Casa Vela. I was happily surprised that I had a call, not an email. From that moment on Luca and Klint helped me plan the most amazing two week vacation in Italy for me and my children. We made amazing memories and I cannot wait to be in touch for next years exciting adventures in Italy! Thank you for everything Summer In Italy, sending big hugs from Canada to Italia! 🇨🇦❤️🇮🇹

Beautiful place to stay!

August 2023 - Casa Vela is a beautiful place to stay! The view is incredible and our accommodations were excellent.

Gianluca (property contact person) made sure that our stay was very enjoyable and comfortable. He was very informative and helpful and stayed in touch on a regular basis to ensure we had everything we needed.

We would highly recommend this location to anyone.

Very easy to book with Summer In Italy :)

We really loved the villa and the amazing views

June 2023 - Beautiful views and good location.

Host was very helpful to arrange transportation and activities.

We really loved the villa and the amazing views. Thank you for all of your assistance.

Best views in the best town

May 2023 - Casa Vela is amazing. Best views in the best town on the Amalfi Coast.

Incredible outdoor space with the two terraces, both of which are huge. Kitchen is super well-equipped, bedroom is incredible, well situated and large. Having two beautiful bathrooms is a luxury. If one had to look far and wide for the slightest thing to complain about, it would be the terraces are so big and accommodating, the view from inside is limited. But who wants to be inside when on the Amalfi Coast??!!

Absolutely nothing can be done to improve the terrific service and attention we received from Summer in Italy. From communication, to flexibility to information, Summer in Italy was fantastic.

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Loved it!

September 2022 - We loved Casa Vela! Beautiful views and plenty of seating area out on terraces!

The owners were wonderful and helped us with everything. We even arrived early and they accommodated us. We highly recommend Casa Vela!

Summer In Italy is terrific! All the details and quick responses to questions made our Italy trip so easy and smooth!!!

Great quiet location

September 2022 - Great quiet location, walking distance to several restaurants and small grocery/wine/beer. It was very clean and terrace was beautiful.

Need bus or taxi transport to visit other Amalfi Coast locations.

Host was awesome (Gianluca) and very responsive.

Excellent

August 2022 - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Casa Vela. Great location in the more quiet Praiano in lovely house.

Gianluca was so helpful with great tips and explaining everything to us.

Outstanding view and a fantastic location

August 2022 - I would recommend everyone to stay at Casa Vela if they are going to visit the Amalfi Coast. An absolutely outstanding view and a fantastic location, close to the supermarket and restaurants.

Luca at Summer In Italy was absolutely fantastic and answered all concern and questions, a really good host.

Would definitely return. Everything was great.

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Consider renting this property and you will not be disappointed... This villa is perfect!

July 2022 - We travel often (parents and two teenage children) and would rather stay in private homes or apartments. This is lengthy but I feel it needs to be...

I will start by saying we have never had such a GREAT experience with a home owner. We had some issues getting to Italy (not at fault of the home owner) but immediately upon our arrival from the United States, we were contacted by Gianluca (20 year old son of the home owners Maurizio and Alessandra and fluent in English). Gianluca helped resolve many issues we had with transportation (even though he did not have to) and went out of his way to make this one of the best trips we have had to Europe. Maurizio even spoke to our taxi driver on the phone for several minutes because of translation issues when we first arrived in Italy and we would NOT have been able to initially get to the property without the HELP of Maurizio.

Our teenage son got sick during our stay and Gianluca even helped get us medicine in the small town of Praiano, helped arrange places to eat, tours, taxis, etc throughout the Amalfi Coast and communicated with us daily. He even got us adapters for our cell phone charges because we forgot ours in the USA. Because of Gianluca, our trip will be one to remember despite the few days our son was sick and we cannot THANK him enough.

This property is exactly as pictured and we WILL return in the future. The homeowners live downstairs but you would never know unless you ask them for something. I would HIGHLY recommend this property to anyone travelling to the Amalfi Coast but make sure you can walk because the beach, restaurants, etc all require steep hills and steps. The property has only a few stairs but to get anywhere you must be able to walk many stairs. This was not an issue with anyone in our party (we actually like walking and experiencing the town) but you should be aware.

Consider renting this property and you will not be disappointed... This villa is perfect and we will stay here again.

Good experience with Summer In Italy and no issues.

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Fantastic

July 2022 - Lovely setting and view, well-stocked.

Gianluca was so helpful and responsive.

Summer In Italy was very responsive to emails, informative prior to trip, very helpful with directions and check-in.

Excellent

June 2022 - You will be mesmerized by the view! Praiano is fabulous. Quaint, not crowded with a beautiful harbor. Everything is walkable. Stay here and you will love it!

The views were wonderful and the villa itself was perfect for our family

June 2022 - We enjoyed staying at Casa Vela! The views were wonderful and the villa itself was perfect for our family of four.

We were greeted by the owner the day of and stayed in contact about various questions we had throughout our 6 night stay.

I would highly recommend staying here!

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Incredible week, everything was simply perfect and above my expectations

June 2022 - Sincerely, we had an incredible week at Casa Vela. To begin with, staying in Praiano is ideal to visit the Amalfi Coast as it is not only central but also the less touristy of the lot villages of the area.

As for the property, it offers an incredible view with two terraces (with mobile screens to alleviate exposure when necessary) and a practical and beautiful architecture on two levels, as well as a parking spot just above the apartment which is a rare gem for the Coast. In addition, the owners have thought of everything to ease your stay from a very well furnished kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, a very efficient air conditioning setup individually configurable in rooms to beach carpets and umbrella.

And last but not the least, Gianluca, who greeted us, truly went out of his way to help us and ensure we had the most pleasant stay. This deserves a particular mention as it really enhanced our experience. Can’t think of any improvements, really… Do keep offering your wonderful hospitality in your incredible apartment!

Overall, I highly recommend Casa Vela and will not even consider other options on future trips to the Amalfi Coast since everything was simply perfect and above my expectations.

Availability of interesting apartments is what motivated my choosing of Summer In Italy. Everything went very smoothly and I received prompt feedback and confirmation as I needed.

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We can't recommend this villa highly enough. It's a real gem!

June 2022 - We loved our stay at Casa Vela. The location is spectacular and we loved being based in Praiano. The house is very comfortable and well-appointed. The outdoor space is outstanding - we never got tired of looking at the incredible view! Another plus is being able to walk to the market and to restaurants.

One of the real highlights of our stay was meeting Gianluca, who was the most gracious host we could have asked for. He helped us book transportation and a wonderful boat outing and was super responsive to any question or need.

We can't recommend this villa highly enough. It's a real gem! We appreciated how much was supplied in the kitchen and bathrooms. We also appreciated all the information supplied about how to deal with garbage, etc. And advice on restaurants and outings. So helpful!

It was a great experience.

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Fantastic

September 2021 - Amazing view and very good location in Praiano - close to groceries and restaurants.

Luca, was very helpful and very attentive.

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This is a stay that I will never forget, thank you

August 2021 - Heaven on earth hands down the most amazing view/location.

Gianluca is knowledgeable and always available to help, he organised for us day trips and gave us valuable advises, the house is a window on paradise, clean, very well appointed and conveniently located in the heart of the Amalfi Coast.

This is a stay that I will never forget, thank you.

Excellent

August 2021 - Everything was excellent! We will come back

Exceptional property, sunny and spacious terraces, amazing views

October 2019 - Casa Vela is an exceptional property on the Amalfi Coast. Its terraces are sunny and spacious and both have powered canopies if the sun becomes too much. Needless to stay that the views are amazing.

We cooked in a lot and would eat out on the terrace which has a beautiful table and chairs right off the kitchen. One of the best things about this house is that unlike most of the places on the Amalfi Coast, it is only one flight of stairs from the road. And IT HAS A PARKING SPACE!!! It's a little tight and it sits directly over the kitchen, but it has one.

The Praiano bus and the Praiano/Positano bus are just a short walk up the road and the coastal Sita bus stop, that will get you to Amalfi and Sorrento is just a short walk down the road. The market, Tutto per Tutti (Everything for Everyone) is less than a ten minute walk and literally has everything you could need.

This house is beautiful and we'd go back there in a minute. Highly recommended.

The owners were fantastic!! They live just below and were very quiet. Their 17 year old son, Gianluca was our point man. He is a fantastic young man and a pleasure to work with.

Fantastic service from Summer In Italy!!

The outdoor space was the plus for the stay

August 2019 - Enjoyed the stay. The outdoor space was the plus for the stay - the indoor space was sufficient overall - and having laundry facilities was key to us. This was a very good place to stay. We appreciated the amenities and cleanliness.

We liked the location - overall - as it was equidistant between Marina di Praia Beach and the center of town.

The hosts / owners - were great.

Summer In Italy did a great job. You communicated well. Your options for information - like your newsletter and Facebook presence - were good resources.

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Amazing views in a wonderfully quiet location

July 2019 - We loved our stay at this cozy villa in Praiano. The views from the terraces were amazing and we spent much of our time relaxing outside taking in the beauty of the coast.

The location was convenient with a grocery store close by and a number of restaurants within walking distance. The villa itself was perfect for our family of 4 and was more beautiful than the pictures.

We were very glad that we chose Praiano to stay in as it was less crowded than some of the other towns and was a great place to unwind.

I would definitely recommend this place to others.

Vacation in Paradise

July 2019 - The views from the two patios of this home are simply stunning. The home was perfect for our family of four.

The manager met us in town, then led us up to the home.

Driving is crazy along the Amalfi Coast, so we were happy to have a parking spot right at the entrance to the house.

Be prepared to do a lot of walking in Praiano, but fortunately the house is walking distance to a local bus stop and grocery store.

We chose to walk to the beach daily, which was challenging, but doable. Many restaurants offer a shuttle service and will pick you up at the home, making the location very convenient.

The house was clean and very well stocked. Beds were comfortable. The showers were small, but the water pressure was fantastic. Would definitely recommend this home.

We really enjoyed Casa Vela!

July 2019 - We really enjoyed Casa Vela! Located in the middle of Praiano, we thought that the location was perfect. The view is just spectacular. We recommand it to anyone.

Very good.

Lovely place, good location

June 2019 - This is a lovely place, good location and well stocked. There is parking for one small car and the outdoor terraces and gardens are amazing. Bed was reasonably comfortable. AC works well, which is important as it is very hot in the summer months.

The owners live below and are very responsive to any problems or concerns.They were great, very helpful but allowed us our privacy.

The communication and service were great, would not hesitate to use Summer In Italy again or recommend.

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We had a fabulous stay at Casa Vela!

June 2019 - We had a fabulous stay at Casa Vela! The house was pretty much perfect - other than the living room being part of the kitchen (not much to speak of) - the house met our needs.

The weather wasn't terrific the first few days, so we couldn't utilize our terraces (which overlooked the beautiful coast), but when we had the opportunity, we took it.

We used our car a lot because we traveled around the coast, but Praiano is the best little fishing village on the coast. Much less populated than places like Positano - and most things are in walking distance (or it was recommended to take the bus - although we never did). We were able to get a few things for breakfast including espresso (at a local little general store less than a mile away).

The owner (Maurizio) and the building manager (Adele) were both wonderful and accommodating. Adele met us when we arrived (by rental car) - and was extremely prompt (we called Maurizio an hour before our arrival as instructed). We were late getting in due to issues with our arrival (flight issues/delays), and they were wonderful and very helpful. Adele took us up to and through the house and got us acclimated.

Fabulous organization. Great follow up - would use Summer In Italy again! Much appreciate your details and all the suggestions. Thank you!

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Exactly as described

May 2019 - Very nice house with wonderful panoramic views. Everything as described, clean, tidy, parking for a car above the house.

Everything within walking distance, even a small assorted supermarket.

Had a wonderful week

May 2019 - We had a wonderful week at Casa Vela in Praiano. The house is comfortable and well equipped. The terraces are large and the view is outstanding.

The location is good, just a few minutes walk to a good grocery shop, cafe, restaurants and 15 minutes on footpaths and small roads to the main part of town on the coast road (cafe, restaurants, more shops, church).

We received good advice from Summer In Italy and were happy with our choice of this rental.

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Lovely house with a view

May 2019 - Lovely house with a view. Two great terraces to enjoy the stunning views. You have everything that you could use in the well equipped kitchen. Private parking is a bonus if you’re brave enough to bring a car.

Grocery store and cafe are a 5 minute walk.

Fantastic

April 2019 - Awesome experience. I would love to go back!

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Very good

October 2018 - We did enjoy Casa Vela. The location, terrace and views were fantastic.

Summer In Italy was great to work with and your communication is perfect.

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Absolutely beautiful location with easy access to local buses and grocery

October 2018 - Absolutely beautiful location with easy access to local buses and grocery. The property was wonderful but the living quarters were small for the living room and shower stalls - but manageable since we were outdoors most of the time. The owners had a retractable awning that was really a plus.

Very easy working with Summer In Italy.

It was wonderful

September 2018 - It was wonderful. The views were spectacular and it was good value for money. Overall the house was fantastic. The second bedroom was a little small but had the advantage of a door to the terrace.

I cannot fault Summer In Italy. Your responses were immediate and your information was clear. I would definitely book with you again.

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Beautiful location and beautiful home

August 2018 - Beautiful location and beautiful home. The view is amazing and would definitely recommend to others for a peaceful holiday.

Thank you for your hospitality.

Summer In Italy and the apartment hosts were lovely. Easily contactable and everything ran smoothly.

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Enjoyed our stay

July 2018 - Enjoyed our stay - felt very much at home.

Excellent service from Summer In Italy with great communication.

We had an amazing stay

July 2018 - We had an amazing stay in Casa Vela. The house was very clean and well equipped. The views from the house are absolutely stunning, a real pleasure to sit on the terrace admiring the views. We would highly recommend this house.

The owners (who live below) were very friendly and helpful.

Great service from Summer In Italy, thank you!

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Spectacular views and amazing location

June 2018 - Spectacular views and amazing location. We had a lovely time at Casa Vela. Very convenient and close to shops and amazing restaurants like Kasai.

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Really enjoyed our stay

June 2018 - We stayed at this lovely house and really enjoyed our stay. The views from the house are beautiful - two terraces to take advantage of these amazing views. The house is very clean and well maintained. The lounge area is a little small, but with the two terraces it was not a problem. We did cook at the house, and found the kitchen amenities well provided. We had stayed 3 days in Amalfi, but found Praiano to be far more relaxing and much quieter - the local community are very welcoming (the house a is on a hardly used road). If you are looking for a more relaxing stay on the beautiful Amalfi Coast, you will not regret booking Casa Vela.

The owners are available but not intrusive.

Very efficient and pleasant to book through Summer In Italy - no problems. Very happy to recommend your services. Thank you!

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Great views, very comfortable

May 2018 - Great views, very comfortable. A good place to stay on the Amalfi Coast if you want a less crowded location but still easy access by bus to Positano and Amalfi. The local bus is also very good, bus stop about about 200 meters away. No steps only the 10 or so from street to house. Fantastic terraces and views.

Summer In Italy were excellent to deal with.

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We enjoyed our stay!

April 2018 - We enjoyed our stay! Casa Vela is very clean. Good location, 8 km from Amalfi and 6 km from Positano. It is close to the bus stop. The property is as advertised.

The owners live in a home downstairs and they were very responsive. The info packet the owners prepared was helpful.

The experience with Summer In Italy was excellent. Service and info were great. They found a few options for me quickly using the on-line chat. I would definitely recommend them.

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Wonderful

September 2017 - Casa Vela was wonderful. Beautiful place with two big terraces and amazing views. You need good legs and heart to go up and down, but that is the Amalfi Coast.

We found Summer In Italy on the net, excellent service and very efficient team.

Fantastic stay

August 2017 - Fantastic stay - nothing beats the terrace views, the sun and sea and the surrounding hill sides.

Thank you for the service and hospitality.

Very satisfied with Summer In Italy.

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

July 2017 - We spent a week at Casa Vela during early July and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location of the house was perfect and the views from all angles were stunning - watching the boats come and go. We had the perfect mix of being able to sightsee (Positano/Pompeii) and sunbathe and relax on the beautiful outdoor terrace. All the neighbours and locals working in Praiano were lovely engaging people and made us feel welcome. We would definitely return.

Summer In Italy were fantastic. The whole process of booking the property, replying to emails very quickly and providing me with very useful information, made our trip stress free and most enjoyable. We would definitely book through Summer In Italy in the future.

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Very good house, good location and very good hosts

July 2017 - Casa Vela is a very good house, good location and very good hosts. I have stayed in Praiano previously and found the location of Casa Vela easier to access as it is basically a walk up a road from the bus stop of about 200 meters. The previous place I stayed at was higher up with a lot of stairs to access it. The view is excellent with two terraces to relax on. The house has two bathrooms, the one on the lower level has more room in the shower but how good is it to have two of them.

Really loved our time here. Everything provided for your stay, even washing detergent for the washing machine was there which of course we replaced as we used it. Plenty of condiments in the cupboards if you cook your own meals.

Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone thinking of staying in this area.

Lots of communication from Summer In Italy with advise for the area. Excellent company and very trust worthy.

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Fantastic

June 2017 - Very nice situated with excellent terraces and view, fantastic.

Contact with Summer In Italy very good and helpful.

Everything is great

May 2017 - I love Casa Vela, this is the third time we stay there! Everything is great. The only drawback is that the showers are tiny even though the rest of the bathroom is great.

Continue be as lovely as you both are.

Summer In Italy is great. We have utilized the web site five times and the experience has always been wonderful. Keep up the good work!!

A lovely place

April 2017 - Casa Vela is a lovely place to go to for stunning views and wonderful walks and peace and quiet. It is ideally located between Amalfi and Positano. We had a thoroughly relaxing week there.

The place was great, and the owners were happy to please. They take great care of their property. They were very pleasant and couldn't have been nicer hosts.

This is our second time with Summer In Italy. Wonderful once again. Everything was exactly as described and definitely met our expectations. We will be back!

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Wonderful place to stay

October 2016 - Casa Vela is a wonderful place to stay for those that enjoy peace and quiet and stunning views. We had a great experience at Casa Vela, the property is wonderful.

We decided to stay at Casa Vela, based on the recommendation of my brother and wife who have stayed there on two occasions in prior years. Summer In Italy web site and the pictures of the property are attractive and encouraged us to book there. Also, the pricing is excellent.

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I loved the location!

October 2016 - What a glorious view, and the setup of the house provides wonderful opportunities to enjoy it, with two large terraces. The bedroom was very comfortable, plenty of closet and drawer space. The kitchen and living area (the second bedroom could serve as a living space) were fine -- perfect for just the two of us (and okay for a small family), maybe a bit cramped for four adults but it could work, given the large amount of outdoor space. I loved the location! All in all, perfect!

The landlord was very accommodating.

Summer In Italy were great!

Very good base from which to explore the area

September 2016 - Very clean on arrival, great location for visiting other towns in the Amalfi Coast. The view from Casa Vela was outstanding and we enjoyed our stay there.

We would certainly consider another visit to the house and to the area as it was very good base from which to explore the area.

The view is wonderful!

July 2016 - Casa Vela was very comfortable and the view is wonderful! The parking space is really useful... Many places to visit in the area. I recommend a stay at Casa Vela.

Summer In Italy staff was kind and always available by email...

The views and location are excellent

June 2016 - We enjoyed a super 11 days at Casa Vela, everything was as indicated on your web site. The views and location are excellent, it is quiet but we loved it. The house is very spacious with the terraces exceptional. It is suitable for up to 4 adults.

The owner was really helpful, he spoke English enough to be able to communicate effectively. He had provided (or left by previous guests) many consumables, tea, coffee, sugar, salt, toilet rolls, oil, unopened cereals, a bottle of wine and many other useful items. We were happy to use these, it saved a lot of hassle.

Once again all communications were excellent and advice helpful. We would use Summer In Italy again should we revisit Italy.

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We loved our stay

June 2016 - We loved our stay at Casa Vela. Great location, very well cared for, easy access from the street, only a few stairs. Great terrace and sea view. Will come back!

Everything was fine.

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Beautiful position

May 2016 - Casa Vela is very comfortable and in a beautiful position. Everything there that one would need and property in excellent condition. Parking outside house was perfect. Only down side was the second bedroom which I think would have benefited by having one nice bed and no sofa but that's my personal opinion. However, we were very happy and will book it again next year.

Good

April 2016 - A few things needed to be addressed and the owner was attentive to them. We generally didn't care for the layout. One bedroom was very nice, the other just ok. The location was not exactly where we thought considering we had stayed in Praiano twice before. The grocery was convenient as well as a few restaurants but quite a hike if you want to go into town... Then have to walk back.

Summer In Italy web site was good with clear directions.

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Very good

September 2015 - We did enjoy it. Casa Vela is in a good and quiet location. The outside furniture and umbrella on the top terrace are lovely and very comfortable, the lower terrace could probably do with more sun beds and a better umbrella. The lounge area is very small for four people but it is adequate. The shower in the second bathroom is very small and could do with enlarging. The local bus is good and you can walk to the beach and restaurants but you do need to be fit and there are always lots of steps up and down.

I found Summer In Italy via Google and I think it is a very good company. Lots of advisory emails and very helpful. Don't think I would change anything!

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The best patio on the Amalfi Coast

September 2015 - We loved Casa Vela... well designed by a professional architect; great space and warmly decorated. Wonderfully outfitted kitchen and the best patios (2 patios!) on the Amalfi Coast. Big bathrooms, but small showers, but 2 stand-up showers with strong water pressure.

Casa Vela has one of the best views at all times of the day... we spent many meals on the upper patio and ended many days sitting in the dark looking at the lights.

Casa Vela is in the most perfect spot on the Amalfi Coast; we felt like locals in the wonderful village of Praiano; we could not image any better place to live like an Italian.

Mr. Maurizio was/is a wonderful host and was sincerely interested in making our visit wonderful... but also gave us all the privacy we could expect.

Summer In Italy has a great website and the photos of Casa Vela were accurate and true (yet even better in person). Summer in Italy sends periodic newsletters that are full of fun and interesting information... I have kept all information for our next visit.

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Fantastic

July 2015 - We thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks at Casa Vela. The view from both terraces are spectacular and eating our meals outside on the upper terrace is something that I won't forget. The kitchen is very well stocked with crockery, pots and pans and plenty of olive oil, condiments, water etc left over from previous guests.

The owners keep to themselves even though they live in the villa below, but they are available should you need them.

We had a wonderful two weeks in this lovely villa.

I found Summer In Italy to be excellent and the help and information they provided before traveling proved to be priceless. I was very impressed by the service and will use them again as we travel to Italy most summers for our holidays.

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Good

July 2015 - Generally we found Casa Vela a comfortable house. The location was good compared to other properties along the Amalfi Coast. Terrace views wonderful. The all in one kitchen dining lounge was ok for two of us. Main bedroom fine except no air conditioning although both shower rooms and smaller second bedroom had it. We had window open on first night and despite three mosquito plug-ins we were bitten very badly. Rest of the stay we slept at night with windows closed.

We had very good service from Summer In Italy and used them as they had very many properties to chose from.

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Very good

June 2015 - Casa Vela was enjoyable and relaxing, well equipped and also close to grocery store and restaurants.

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Fantastic

June 2015 - Casa Vela is a great, quiet location. A spacious two-story home off the beaten path. We enjoyed the location and the facilities very much.

Nothing but compliments for Summer In Italy, great help from staff - especially Melanie. Every need was take care of, thank you very much!

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Excellent

May 2015 - Loved Casa Vela, it was better than we expected.

Enjoyed cooking and eating on the terrace. What a lovely view. Kitchen was well equipped. The location is ideal and we felt so safe on the one way street.

We would use Summer In Italy again and have recommended them to some friends already. Love the newsletters.

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Excellent

September 2014 - We were thrilled with Casa Vela!

It was perfect for three adults... Clean, comfortable and quiet. The location was perfect and the house was owned by a very nice family.

If we return to this area we will definitely stay at Casa Vela again.

All professionals at Summer In Italy were SO helpful. They almost became "friends" in our exchanges. We hope to book through Summer In Italy again when we visit Cinque Terre for our 25th wedding anniversary.

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Excellent

August 2014 - Casa Vela is really nice, plenty of everything you need for a great stay.

Excellent

August 2014 - Casa Vela is a fantastic 2 level villa, with 2 large terraces offering postcard views eastward along the amazing Amalfi coastline.

Well-appointed & well-provisioned, the upstairs kitchen / living room, with handy adjoining bathroom, has a very large collection of cookware, tableware & cutlery (albeit reasonably mismatched and ageing) & opens onto a terrace with a large umbrella, table with chairs & adjoining garden. Downstairs there are two comfortable bedrooms, the master bathroom & a separate laundry - with another larger terrace complete with a couple of sun-lounges. Apart from a few short spots of sun-lounging, the villa's gorgeous southerly aspect meant that during our stay in high summer the terraces were so sunbathing hot as to be fairly unusable during the day - but our early morning coffees & our early evening aperitifs & occasional al-fresco dinners were always delightful.

Our hosts, Maurizio and Alessandra, offered welcoming info & advice & were near at hand for any other help - found next door most nights, or at any time, by phone.

In the beautiful, relatively quiet garden village of Praiano, just 8 km beyond the far more hectic Positano, we felt perfectly positioned to enjoy a slightly more 'authentic' local experience, with the lovely little Marina di Praia Beach just 1 km down the road & a great assortment of provisions, facilities, restaurants, bars & cafés within less than a kilometer back the other way into the village centre.

With a less frequent internal bus service than Positano's, the villa's position probably calls for your own scooter (easy to be rented locally) - which also makes the property the perfect base from which to explore the other coastal villages & beaches up through Amalfi & all the rest up into the beautiful highland village of Ravello & beyond, toward Salerno.

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August 2014 - Had a fabulous stay at Casa Vela and the views were fantastic!

The owner was very nice close by but didn't bother you.

Would recommend Summer In Italy.

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June 2014 - Casa Vela is a beautiful villa with magnificent views from its terraces.

We found it well equipped for our needs and we were pleased with the location, midway between the center of Praiano and Marina di Praia. We were able to walk to both sites.

Summer In Italy offers a great service. Helpful website with plenty of useful information, friendly exchanges with staff. The search engine was very useful and was my main reason initially for using the site.

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June 2014 - After a busy day site seeing it was lovely to return to the peace and quite of Casa Vela and to sit and relax with such stunning views.

A short walk into town and good access for catching local buses. Perfect location.

Owner was helpful and on hand at all times.

Summer In Italy is very professional. The information was precise and covered all the details necessary. Newsletter was also an asset. Would use again and recommend.

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June 2014 - Loved it. Excellent.

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May 2014 - Gorgeous spot we would love to come back.

Fantastic

October 2013 - Casa Vela is a beautiful place to stay and we thoroughly enjoyed our week there.

The views from the terraces are amazing. The house is very comfortable, well equipped and attractively furnished. Also, having your own car parking space just outside the door is a very big bonus on the Amalfi.

The owners were a pleasure to deal with. Thank you!

We were pleased we chose Praiano as our base while staying at the Amalfi coast - much quieter than the other coastal towns and well placed between them all.

Excellent service. Couldn't be happier. Wish I had discovered your website earlier. Thank you.

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August 2013 - We did enjoy staying at Casa Vela and the owner was helpful. The facilities were ok and the parking and convenience of location was excellent.

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August 2013 - Casa Vela was a great place for my family of four to stay. Big plus for us was the fact that parking was not far, a few steps away. Views from the villa were incredible.

Having the local store not far was also very helpful (very nice people).

All in all very enjoyable.

Luca, we would like to thank you for a wonderful stay. Your website was really helpful for us as to what to see and do in the area. All the insight from previous renters was right on. Very helpful. We had traveled in Europe before but never to Italy, and it was really a nice area of Italy to visit. Very nice people. Would definitely come back and certainly use "Summer in Italy" again.

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July 2013 - Casa Vela is a very nice place to share with friends or family. We stayed there for a week in July 2013, 4 adults on 2 floors and plenty of room for luggage and a very useful washing machine.

The best asset: 2 very large terraces to relax and enjoy the view overlooking the village, and a small garden full of flowers.

The place is very well kept. The owners, who live nearby, were available and kind. Yet the house has all the privacy one might need.

Keep in mind, being up the hill, it's longer to go to the beautiful Marina di Praia beach but it makes you walk and keep in shape in a wonderful setting. Enjoy!

You are very efficient, we rented 3 times with you since 2011 and we were not deceived. We highly commend your site to friends and family who want to stay in Italy when they see our incredible pictures along the Amalfi coast!

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July 2013 - Really enjoyed Casa Vela. Lovely house, clean, great view, good facilities and very helpful owners.

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July 2013 - We had a fabulous time at Casa Vela. The villa is owned by a nice couple who live directly below.

We had a bit of difficulty finding the villa. We called Maurizio (owner) and he came to our car (which we soon realized was 100 metre from the villa) and directed us where to park. The villa is on a one way street and if you miss the driveway you need to do a big circuit, winding around very narrow streets perched up the hill.

The villa is nicely appointed, clean and is great for a family of four. The beds were firm but comfortable. There were two bathrooms upstairs off the living/kitchen area and one downstairs. Both had good water pressure. The kitchen was small but functional. The terraces are wonderful with spectacular views of the bay and Praiano.

We bought groceries from the shop up the hill (5 min walk) a few times and had some nice meals on the terrace.

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June 2013 - Stayed 6 nights in this beautiful villa, we enjoyed every minute we spent there. View is amazing, and it has everything you need to make it a pleasant stay. Owner are friendly and very helpful.

We hope to be back very soon.

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May 2013 - Casa Vela is a terrific place and we really enjoyed our week there. It is a handy location for Positano (stunning), Amalfi and Ravello (also a big favourite), whilst being quiet and having a surprisingly well stocked local shop. Worth exploring Praiano and Vettica Maggiore as well. We had some excellent meals locally.

The villa is well equipped and beautifully presented. The terrace is outstanding, of course as the pictures show. It really does look that good (do be aware it faces South East and loses the sun in the evening). As it got dark and the lights came on in Praiano and up the hills and along the coast the view was magical - an unexpected treat.

Very happy with the service. Many Thanks.

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May 2013 - We loved the location of Casa Vela and the people in this town were just wonderful. Everything was within walking distance. Will definitely go back to this wonderful Villa and town.

Everyone that helped us during this trip was wonderful. The website was a big help to us for planning our day trips and finding the train stations. A big THANK YOU.

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April 2013 - Did we enjoy it?

It is our 2nd trip in 3 years to Casa Vela! I think that says it all!

If you are looking to truly unwind, view absolutely beautiful surroundings, visit gorgeous towns, and leave feeling you were in heaven, this IS the place to go.

Maurizio and Alessandra [the owners] are so friendly and helpful -- they take great pride in Casa Velae--and it SHOWS! Wonderful hosts!

Summer in Italy has been a pleasure to book with. We especially enjoyed the option to reserve more than 7 days (9 days total) thru the agency. And Luca -- incredible at such quick responses! Many thanks for making it so EASY!!! Grazie Mille!!!

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September 2012 - Excellent villa with owners on hand if needed. Lovely views, accommodation and location.

You made our first holiday in Italy very memorable, grazie. The newsletters were very informative and funny. Booking and communications were excellent.

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September 2012 - We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Vela, and I would consider staying there again.

The position was excellent for us as there were not too many stairs, and the view from both terraces was fantastic.

The owners seemed very kind and helpful, and although they lived below the villa they were never intrusive.

The villa was also very clean and tidy, but I think the showers could be improved on especially the upstairs one. Would have been a bit less time wasting if there had been an electric kettle and toaster. But these are minor things and certainly didn't stop us from enjoying our stay.

I thought Summer In Italy were very helpful and was very pleased with their prompt reply to any to any queries that we had prior to the holiday.

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August 2012 - Casa Vela was an amazing place to stay, close enough to walk through the traffic-free lanes to the beach.

Food shop within walking/carrying distance.

The most amazing views and quiet and peaceful. Perfect.

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July 2012 - This was our first time in Praiano in an apartment and we found the location good. The beach was good and not too touristy. The people were very friendly and helpful and also the caretakers were great.

We had a small problem with the power going out a bit as it doesn't handle too many appliances together. It was quite hot while we were there and we had the air conditioning and oven on at the same time. The terrace is lovely and the fridge and kitchen were excellent.

We were very happy with the service and everything went quite smoothly.

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July 2012 - On our arrival at Casa Vela everything about it was more than we had hoped for. It felt like our own little slice of Italy. From the beautiful blues and whites inside to the amazing views outside we could not have asked for more. We will always have the most beautiful memories of sitting on the terrace listening to church bells looking at the ocean at sunset overlooking the houses tucked into the hills.

The owners were lovely, friendly people,They were just a few metres away if we needed anything but we had complete privacy.

For as long as I can remember I have wanted to go to Italy, and Casa Vela, the town of Praiano and its lovely people are part of that dream come true. I hope I will return one day.

Thank you for all your help in making our holiday the best dream come true ever!

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June 2012 - Casa Vela is fabulous. A very well set up house for short stay holidays.

We looked for a convenient location but in a place that was quiet but near Positano. Lovely local shop and restaurants and overall a very friendly place. Positano was very busy and less personal which is what I would have expected.

You have a good web site, offer excellent advice, notes and details of the property, directions, etc. While the trip went very smoothly, there was a knowledge that there was someone to speak to if any issues. Well done to everyone.

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June 2012 - We enjoyed staying in Casa Vela for three weeks very much. The web-site description is very accurate.

The property is clean and well maintained. The two terraces provide fantastic views of the bay and the upper one, being adjacent to the kitchen, is ideal for dining. We ate all of our meals on that terrace. The huge umbrella provides ideal refuge from the mid-day sun.

This is the ideal location for anyone wanting to either experience living in an Italian town, or keeping themselves to themselves.

The owner, Mr Maurizio, is available for any help that is required, but in an unobtrusive way, which we liked. Our second week brought us the gift of a cake cooked by Mrs Maurizio, and we were given vegetables from the garden next door by a very kind neighbour.

We very much appreciate your help in booking, and the way you communicated instructions as well as passing on information to the owner in preparation for our arrival. Thank you very much.

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May 2012 - Villimo Blu is a very nice place, well represented and we got exactly what we expected.

The owner was a delight and really looked after us.

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March 2012 - We enjoyed Casa Vela!

Beautiful location and we loved that there was a little grocery store just down the street.

The owner's little boy even brought us some homemade cake and played football with our son, who was the same age.

Summer in Italy was great. When I had technical difficulties reaching the owner, your staff was quick to respond to emails, and make sure we connected, and get settled in.

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October 2011 - Casa Vela is a really lovely accommodation, high quality facilities, in a really lovely location, with superb views over the Bay of Salerno.

I would really look forward to visiting again in the future.

It was a really excellent holiday overall and your support along the way made it a very memorable holiday. Next time we come to Italy, hopefully you will still be around to assist. Grazie.

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October 2011 - I enjoyed Casa Vela very much! The villa was very clean and everything worked within it.

The location in relation to the local village was easy and only a few minutes walk. Because it wasn't in the village it was much quieter. Praiano is the best point to be to visit other villages on the Amalfi Coast and having the bus at the bottom of the street is a bonus.

The view from the decks was amazing not only during the day but at night too.

It all went too quickly.

Summer in Italy do a great job and are very informative. I would definitely book with you again and will pass on your name to others interested in doing the same holiday.

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September 2011 - Really enjoyed Casa Vela, we're looking forward to going back next year.

Thanks for a lovely stay!

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September 2011 - Vilino Blu is superb. The location and views are amazing.

The owners were very helpful and the information provided by past guests came in very handy.

I had a wonderful time and the air conditioning came in very handy when the August temperatures peaked at 39 degrees Celsius.

Very happy with the service I received prior to my arrival and during my stay.

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August 2011 - A lovely villa with a very high standard of fittings and finishes. Spacious with wonderful views and open terraces to really enjoy the sun or views.

Nice owners/managers.

Would not hesitate to recommend.

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August 2011 - Nice and modern, excellent view, a little far to walk into town for older people. Great service, thank you.

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July 2011 - Casa Vela was beautiful beyond our expectations. The inside of the villa is decorated with excellent taste, the kitchen was so well equipped and the outside and garden area was stunning.

The owner was most gracious, but not intrusive.

I would recommend this villa without a problem

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June 2011 - Casa Vela is a charming and enjoyable holiday home. The terraces and garden are superb with a fantastic view to the sea. The owners were very helpful and pleasant.

The apartment was very clean and there were all necessary facilities, such as washing machines and barbecue.

Casa Vela is best accessible by car and the property has a parking slot available. The beach is about one kilometer away with many steps.

Summer In Italy was very helpful in booking the holiday home. We can recommend Summer In Italy for people who wish to get quality service in planning a holiday in Italy.

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August 2010 - A wonderful villa in a wonderful, quiet location with a fantastic view of the sea.

Shops were nearby, parking very convenient and a lovely beach at the bottom of the hill.

We found the agency very helpful, the information was good and the property was as good if not better than the description and photographs on the Internet. The owner was delightful.

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August 2010 - We had a really great stay at Vilino Blu and would strongly recommend it.

The terraces and the views are fantastic. The best time of day is from late afternoon onwards when the sun leaves the terrace and nothing beats dining on your own terrace looking over the bay.

We were very pleased with your service. I found it by chance on the internet and it has all been excellent. I would definitely use it again.

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July 2010 - We certainly enjoyed our stay at Vilino Blu.

The air conditioning was essential at that time of the year. Even if the house is small for a party of 4, it was comfortable.

Praiano is far from the crowd of Positano and Amalfi but it is as nice as those places and more peaceful.

You were very professional and your website is very easy to use.

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July 2010 - Had a great time at Casa Vela. Very nice Villa.

Good location away from the main tourist area which is what we wanted. Good kitchen which we used everyday. Shop for groceries 200 metres away. Car park as well. Terrace with good views.

Keep up the good work.

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April 2010 - We were unable to come in April due to the volcano in Iceland. Summer in Italy has been kind enough to give us a full credit so that can rebook for June. We still look forward to our visit to Casa Vela. Thank you Summer in Italy!

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April 2010 - This is a lovely villa in a great location.

Praiano is a peaceful village, slightly away from the more popular tourist venues such as Amalfi and Positano but within easy reach of all the main attractions of the region.

The view from the two terraces is just stunning!

Everything was organised very well and all the information provided was accurate and helpful. Thank you!

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April 2010 - Words can not express how much we loved our experience. Our stay far exceeded our expectations and we would return in a minute (if time would only allow!).

The ambiance of Casa Vela, the views, the cleanliness, the sunrises with coffee, the peace and quiet, the safety, the beauty of the coastline, the walks, the terraces to sit outside and admire, the very wonderful hosts (Maurizio and Alessandra), are only the beginning of what we called "the best experience of our lives."

Having the Tutti per Tutti grocery store only a 2-3 minute walk was wonderful, and allowed us to feel the beautiful Italian culture. We watched no TV, we turned off our cell phone, played no music and just talked, read, and listened to the sounds of the coast while at home. Talk about recharging your battery!!!

During our stay we visited most of the towns of the Amalfi coast, and Praiano is very centrally located and Casa Vela has incredible views. If peace and quiet is high on your list, and staying at a very comfortable and beautiful setting... look no further. Just don't reserve when we want to return!!!

Your website is very professional and easy to follow. Reservations and info that followed was very easy and accurate. Thank for putting us in touch with Casa Vela!

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September 2009 - I enjoyed Casa Vela very much. Maurizio [the owner] was there to pick me up right away, I had contacted him the night before from a close by Hotel.

Had to be out on last day a "little" sooner then anticipated, and had to ask for deposit, (understandable) and arrange on transportation out of there, no problem, people who come from the States, just have to realize things are a little different here, but that's why we come!!! Just being prepared for it, well worth any change from what they are used to, this was my 4th trip to Amalfi Coast all in Praiano. I would recommend Casa Vela to most anyone, or 4 people comfortably.

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August 2009 - Casa Vela was beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay there.

Praiano is a lovely town and everyone is so friendly and nice. The restaurants are wonderful, the small grocery store Tutto per Tutti is wonderful and nearby and the people there are so accommodating. The only problem was getting to the beach. The walk down was very very steep and we are athletes and it was quite a trip down and up. Parking was awful in August everywhere. You couldn't go into town with your vehicle and expect to get a spot.

We would gladly return to Casa Vela... but in September... never again in the summer. We did have a wonderful vacation there and the manager and his family are wonderful.

Excellent staff. We will definitely book with you again. We have used another agency for years but, by far Casa Vela was the most beautiful villa we have rented.

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July 2009 - A wonderful villa with amazing sea-view of the two terraces! Very beautiful and with taste furnished.

Almost every evening we sat on the terrace eating dinner and playing cards with our children enjoying the tranquility and the sea.

We really enjoyed the villa!

Everything was exactly how it should be! You answered our questions always immediately. And all the information that was needed in order to get to the villa and other things good to know, was sent by email in good time in advance.

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May 2009 - We loved out time at the Casa Vela! The location was perfect, the view was wonderful and the villa was clean and up to date, especially the bathrooms and the kitchen.

There was some helpful info on the area inside the villa that gave us our bearings and got us familiar with the bus schedule.

The best thing about the Villino and Summer in Italy was that we got exactly what they told us we would. There were no trick photos and no bad surprises. The person who met us at the villa was very nice, helpful, and easy to deal. After we left Amalfi we went to Rome where we had rented a villa from another company - we had a terrible experience. Not everyone is as professional and honest as Summer in Italy! Thank you!

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May 2009 - We stayed for one week, with 3 adults and there was plenty of room for us all, plus two bathrooms. The views were amazing and we spent a lot of tome on the balconies, and ate out there every morning and most nights.

We were able to buy everything we needed from wine to lovely fresh produce, bread and other groceries at Tutti Frutti, just a short walk away. The two guys who ran it were friendly and helpful.

We walked to the beach a couple of times, and found it easier to take the bottom road, the there were fewer steps. The weather was superb in May and we ate both times at Restaurant Alfonso A mare at the Beach - fabulous seafood and great service.

Just a tip for catching the bus: don't use the local brown bus, its not air-conditioned and only goes to Positano and back. Take the blue Sita buses which go all over the Coast from Sorrento to Salerno. You can buy ticket at the Tabacchi on the bottom road.

We would return there in a heartbeat. The owners Maurizio and Alessandra were very helpful, but not always easy to contact.

I don't believe Summer In Italy could improve. Your service and support were first class.

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May 2009 - Casa Vela was the most splendid of our five rented villas.

The two level house is sparkling, modern and welcoming and having a safe off-street car park was an asset.

We spent max time on the two enormous terraces just marvelling at the views and the action on the water (the huge patio umbrella was a big plus in our fabulous weather).

Praiano is a real town, with all amenities and a genuine local flavour - within easy walking of the villa. We were very glad to have discovered Praiano, rather than stay in a heavily touristed Amalfi town.

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April 2009 - My husband and I stayed at Villino for 14 days in April. It was the most enjoyable vacation we have had in a long time.

The view from the terrace is absolutely wonderful and we spent many hours just relaxing and enjoying it!

The kitchen is well stocked with everything you will need including a dishwasher.

The bed is very comfortable and everything is clean and fresh. The washing machine came in very handy as we were determined to pack light this time!

The neighborhood people are very friendly and helpful and we felt like we belonged there after a few days. We will certainly make plans to return in the future.

I was very happy with Summer in Italy. We found it on the Internet and just went from there. The photos were beautiful and accurate and all information was reliable. Thank you.

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September 2008 - We rented this villa while in Praiano to get married in September. It is small in size and big in character, with a gorgeous big terrace area with a stunning view.

Found your service wonderful and appreciated your help.

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September 2008 - It was a really clean and nice flat. The terraces are fantastic.

The only thing that annoyed me was to reach the beach and also I believe it is more a place for a couple.

The area is quiet and nothing to do during the evenings, unless you take the car.

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August 2008 - We had a lovely relaxing holiday.

The view was amazing and we loved the location.

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August 2008 - I highly recommend Casa Vela to anyone looking for a great location, peaceful and clean.

Casa Vela is much better than the pictures shown in the web. It's new, spacious, clean, very nicely decorated, air conditioned. The 2 bedrooms are good size although in the picture look small. The 2 bathrooms are also very nice, living room/kitchen area also very comfortable and the 2 terraces are just great.

We were a group of 4 (2 adults + 2 children) and this was the perfect place.

I would also like to tell how impressed my wife and I were about "Summer in Italy". The whole process from the search to the confirmation, payment, vouchers, etc. has been really professional.

I will use your services again when travelling to Italy for sure and I will deeply recommend to others.

It's been a pleasure to travel with you.

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August 2008 - Great spot, well located, very private and well managed.

Comfottable walk to everything in Praiano except the water itself which is a fair climb.

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July 2008 - We loved it. View was amazing and owners were lovely too.

Very happy with it and would definitely go back. We didn't want to leave!

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June 2008 - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Vela, it's a very nice villa in a beautiful setting with a magnificent view of the ocean from the terraces.

The owners are very friendly and helpful and make you feel very welcome.

We would have no hesitation in recommending the villa.

Found Summer in Italy on Internet and found your service to be excellent. You responded to us immediately any time we had a query and were very helpful.

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June 2008 - My wife and I loved Casa Vela, we wanted a quiet place to escape to between the busier towns of Amalfi and Positano and it was perfect.

Beautiful view of the mountains and sea with way more room than 2 people need inside and out. Recently renovated and tasteful.

The hosts, Maurizio and Alessandra couldn't be nicer and will helped us many times with taxi's, directions, advice, even giving us a lift at times. Warm, lovely people who genuinely want you to enjoy their villa and have a good time.

Summer In Italy is great! Very helpful and responsive. I have and will recommend your site to friends, thanks for wonderful experience.

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May 2008 - Excellent location, wonderful views.

Very modern and built into the hillside with a parking spot on the "roof".

The 2 outdoor terraces and their view were the main attraction, as was the terrace for drying clothes.

Within "walking" distance of a great food store, 3 hotels and the village. Mostly walking on a street. Up and down, rather than stairs.

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May 2008 - We loved Casa Vela!! It was a beautiful location and great accommodations.

The view was tremendous and we enjoyed sitting and eating out on the terrace.

Parking was convenient.

We also enjoyed "living like an Italian" and walking up to the grocery store to buy food and drink.

Our host was very cordial. The only two items I would bring up were that we had trouble figuring out the electrical switches in the kitchen and the TV only had about 1 or 2 English channels. We kept the plants watered and realized it was a good idea to get a Villa away from the town since the towns were busy with tourists. It was a bit of a drive to get into the towns but I became use to the winding roads.

Once again, we had a great time and would recommend Casa Vela and your hospitality to anyone.

You folks were great. The communication and planning was flawless...

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April 2008 - We had a wonderful stay at Casa Vela.

Beautiful apartment and a fantastic view.

If we missed anything, it must have been the sunset. Apart from that everything was wonderful.

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April 2008 - This is the second time around at Casa Vela and I enjoyed the second time the same as the first. The place is a piece of paradise. The owners have really done a great job in the construction as well as the decoration.

The location is good since you do not have to go too many steps to reach it. All the conveniences are within a block away (of course up and down the hill).

I will recommend this facility to anyone who wants to stay close to the big attractions (Positano and Amalfi) but yet stay in an almost secluded but charming area. I recommend the Praiano to Positano public transportation. It is a little bit unreliable but if you are on vacation it is not a problem and it is very cheap 1 Euro per person. Besides it gives you the whole view of the area.

Keep up the good work!! your website is the easiest website to deal with. You are very attentive.

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November 2007 - I think that this cleverly designed , beautifully positioned villa represents great value for money.

The owners are very special people and are extremely keen to see you enjoy the stay. Any requests we made were attended to promptly and with a smile.

The villa is even better in reality than portrayed on this web site.

It is modern with modern appliances and spotlessly clean.

The sunsets and sunrises are fantastic.

Great service. Lucky result from Internet browsing got me to your site.

My wife and I felt we were valued clients and couldn't have wished for better communication.

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September 2007 - We loved our relaxing stay in the Amalfi coast and Casa Vela was a big part of it.

It was immaculately clean and the caretakers were delightful and attentive.

Thank you for everything.

We would recommend Summer in Italy and Casa Vela to anyone visiting the area. Thank you for your attentive assistance. We hope to visit again.

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September 2007 - Casa Vela made our trip to Italy! After a busy day touring it was so great to come back to that wonderful terrace to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. In addition Casa Vela is very clean and modern.

If you are into cooking on your holiday the kitchen is well equipped and the Tutti Frutti market up the street had a good range of products. However, if your are not, there are lots of great restaurants walking distance to try out.

All in all I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to friends or re-book it myself. It really is a little piece of heaven.

I think Summer in Italy is a great website for selecting accommodations and I was very pleased with the process.

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September 2007 - The villa was absolutely pristine. More than we expected with all new appliances.

There were days we simply spent the whole day at the villa just enjoying the beautiful view and the quaintness of the village of Praiano.

Spending two weeks there gave us that luxury of really enjoying the villa. I especially enjoyed mingling with the locals.

The Summer In Italy staff were simply the greatest! I'm glad I chose them for my booking when I went to the Internet in search for a villa.

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July 2007 - It was one the best places in the world I have ever visited. Highly recommendable!

The assistance from the owners was also excellent.

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July 2007 - Casa Vela is an amazing vacation property. While the pictures on the website are accurate, they don't do the place justice. The atmosphere was completely relaxed and was just lovely. The villa is located on a small street with no thru traffic.

I found the place to be exceptionally clean and the landlords very nice, charming, accommodating, friendly, helpful -- just the best people you would want to deal with.

The kitchen is very modern, well stocked with every kind of device you would need to cook/serve fabulous meals, the fridge has an ice maker on the door, you get 2 enormous terraces, there is plenty of hot water with strong pressure. We were able to wash our clothes in the washer.

The views were lovely, breathtaking and made us just smile in awe at our luck to find such a gem.

If I have to have any criticism its that the beds were a bit hard. Other than that, this place can not be beat. It is a magical amazing place that my friends and I are going to come back to year after year. Thank you for an amazing time.

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June 2007 - Magnificently decorated and appointed!

The property owners, who live on the property, were absolutely wonderful. Not only did we enjoy the splendid home, but we fell in love with the family!

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June 2007 - We spent almost two weeks at this beautiful villa with a view that I still think about everyday.

The location is wonderful because Praiano is a peaceful town with a local atmosphere while still very close to both Amalfi and Positano

We are already planning a trip to return back to Casa Velae next year.

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May 2007 - We enjoyed the proximity of the house to the whole coast from Salerno to Sorrento. It was easy driving in both directions to all the towns up and down the coast.

The parking space at the house is a definite bonus, we wouldn't have wanted to rely on the buses and or taxi's.

The owners are very nice and gracious people and want to know about any issues or needs.

I couldn't ask you to do any more than you've already done. Your staff is prompt with e-mails and information. We will definitely use Summer in Italy again when we return next year.

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Excellent

April 2007 - The villa exceeded our expectations. Wonderful location in a 'real' village hillside setting with superb views along the Amalfi coastline.

It actually had its own parking space - a necessity around here.

We were welcomed by both the friendly owners and shown around their beautiful villa. It had been recently renovated to a high standard with designer touches.

The living/dining area although part of the kitchen was compensated by the two large patio areas on two levels.

All our needs were provided for.

We have been impressed with the service and customer care provided by Summer In Italy.

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October 2006 - Casa Vela was a great experience for all of us. We loved the well appointment apartment, the view, the cleanliness etc.

I also enjoyed the landlords Alessandra and Maurizio. They were great and very helpful.

I find Summer in Italy very helpful. Every question was answered and the website was very easy to use. Thanks and keep up the good work. You will be contacted by some people I recommended to use the villa.

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Excellent

October 2006 - A very comfortable house, with all the amenities, in a great location.

Private parking is a big plus in that area.

We enjoyed it very much.

We very very satisfied with your service, and have already recommended you to friends who are thinking of going to Italy.

Excellent

August 2006 - Casa Velae is wonderful accommodation in a beautiful location. I can't imagine better sea views anywhere on the Amalfi Coast.

The Praiano village has most facilities you need and the bigger centres Positano and Amalfi are easily accessed by regular buses.

Owner/manager Alessandro was exceptionally helpful.

Our week at Casa Velae exceeded all expectations - we will return ASAP and will be recommending it to all our friends

Excellent

August 2006 - We really enjoyed our stay at the villa. The owners were lovely and even bought us a tray of fresh lemons one day so we made fresh lemonade.

We were able to pick tomatoes, basil and aubergines from the vegetable patch which was great for when we had dinner at home.

The kitchen was extremely well equipped and modern and the owners had supplied all the necessary things like tea towels, tea & coffee, salt & pepper, oil, dishwasher tablets etc. When we arrived there was even an ice-cream in the freezer for us!

The bathrooms were lovely, no bath tub but this didn't matter to us at all. The lounge was average because it was a lounge/kitchen area only. The location was above average and we had a car which was invaluable. The villa is situated high up the hill in Praiano and it is a long walk down to the waterfront, this wasn't a problem for us as we didn't mind the walk and we also felt part of the village.

There is a little supermarket just a 5 minute walk away which was very useful and the guys who work there are extremely friendly and helpful.

We did experience some problems with mosquitos so make sure you cover yourself with repellent when eating out on the terrace in the evenings.

We found you very professional, friendly, accurate and quick to respond to our emails. Thank you.

Excellent

July 2006 - Excellent location close to the market and bus station. Parking space is well appreciated in that area as well.

Number of stairs to the ocean (above 300) require some training, but overall great place with owners exceptional and friendly.

Excellent

July 2006 - The views and apartment were first class.

The parking place is invaluable and we would recommend all guests to use the convenient public transport for visiting nearby Positano and Amalfi as parking in these places can be impossible during peak season.

Casa Vela is ideally placed for exploring the Amalfi coast

Excellent

July 2006 - The owners were very friendly and helpful. The accommodation was to a high standard, also very clean and well cared for.

The terrace areas were fantastic (complete with outdoor furniture) with views of the sea.

The ice maker in the fridge came in very handy!!!

We made use of the local shops, bars and restaurants, all within easy reach.

Everything we could have wished for.

We thought the service given from Summer in Italy was excellent. Everything seemed so easy and efficient. We have already decided to visit Italy again and would definitely book with this company.

Excellent

June 2006 - Our experience at Casa Vela was heaven. Maurizio and Alessandra, our hosts,were a lovely, warm, hospitable couple who helped to make our stay "squisito" (even supplying a list of wonderful restaurants). A big plus was the parking space (almost unheard of on the coast.) Another plus was the 15 stairs... usually there are 60 and more... this was so easy.

The villa was clean, attractive and updated, and had tons of closets. Both bathrooms were spacious and modern. The livingroom was a little small, but the kitchen (which was very well stocked) looked out onto the Mediterranean so it was a cooking haven.

The very best part of Casa Vela were the 2 spacious terraces with a view of the sea and Praiano... absolutely incredible!

Praiano is less touristy (something we liked) than Positano and Amalfi.. we drove and took buses (bus stop close to villa) to the nearby towns. We loved being with the locals... there are 2 nearby markets... both supplying fresh produce, cheeses, staples, and friendly smiles!

Alessandra, Maurizio, and Summer In Italy helped to make this one of the most memorable vacations we've ever had.

Summer In Italy was recommended by a friend who had used your services. It was such a good decision on our part since our accommodations and experiences well exceeded our expectations! Definitely "La dolce vita".

Excellent

May 2006 - We had a wonderful week at Casa Vela. Praiano was just perfect for us - smaller, more relaxed and everyone was so friendly.

The location of Casa Vela was perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed wandering to the market, the beach and many restaurants. And the center of town was only a short drive away.

I loved the huge umbrella on the terrace as we found the sun to be very intense in Italy. Our view was spectacular, and we arrived on the day of the potato festival and were treated to fireworks that evening from the mountaintops! WOW.

Very comfy home for our week away. Owners were lovely and very helpful throughout our stay.

Excellent

May 2006 - Staying there was a wonderful, relaxing experience.

The owners were extremely warm and cordial. We would love to return.

Casa Vela is so perfect that we would like to live there permanently!

Very pleased with your organization. Your web page and follow-ups were well-organized and useful.

Excellent

April 2006 - We had a wonderful stay.

This villa was very clean, great condition and had a well-equipped kitchen. The terrace was large and had a wonderful view.

Praiano is a non-touristy, quiet and the residents were very friendly.

The parking space was a great plus and the owners were very nice and helpful, yet allowed us our own privacy.

The booking service was great, efficient and well organized. I think that your agency was the most organized I have booked with.

Excellent

April 2006 - We had an excellent stay at Casa Vela. New rental - beautiful tile throughout - very clean and quiet location. Better have a car than to rely on the bus.

The owners spoke enough English and we spoke enough Italian to communicate. They are very nice and helpful - especially when it came to directions to other cities. There's tutto per tutti (grocery store) w/in walking distance that you'll find everything you'll need.

We stayed 1 week w/ our 2 kids (ages 12 and 16) so having 2 bedrooms worked good, however our 16 yr old son couldn't fit in the bunk bed... so he slept on the couch in the kitchen/family room area.

We didn't spend much time in the apartment - mostly just to eat breakfast and sleep. If you're looking for a place were you'll need room for "hanging out" in - this might be a bit small. It's basically a kitchen w/ a table and 4 chairs and a sofa on the main level (along w/ a full bathroom w/ a shower)... then downstairs you have the 2 bedrooms, laundry area and full bathroom (w/ shower)... each level has a large terrace area w/ chairs... (great for sitting out on - especially at night) so it's not a place that has a lot of room to hang out in on the inside.

We rented a car which we highly recommend. Our friends had to use the local buses and they spent a lot of time "waiting" around for one. Casa Vela has a parking spot - so you won't have to pay there if you decide to use the buses during the day. We liked visiting a different city everyday and having the freedom to come and go as we pleased. If you rent a car... rent a small one... roads are VERY SMALL.

We would recommend staying at Casa Vela.

You all were great to deal with - very helpful and we appreciate your help. We liked the fact that we could call you at any time for help! We will be sure to use your services in the future.

Ciao!!

Excellent

October 2005 - Casa Vela was fantastic.

Gorgeous views from the balconies, the house was brand new.

Maurizio and Alessandra [the owners] were so nice and very helpful.

Everything in Praiano is walkable but having a car would make things easier.

Your website is great and your support and suggestions have been fantastic. You have been very helpful throughout the whole process. Thank you for making our honeymoon so special.

I might suggest letting people know that while it is possible to walk everywhere in Praiano, it is much easier and more convenient to have a car or scooter.

Excellent

September 2005 - We absolutlely loved our stay at Casa Vela - it exceeded our expectations.

It's a gorgeous new villa with amazing views and all the comforts of home. The kitchen has all the modern comforts and is a joy to cook in.

The owners have obviously put a lot of thought and effort into creating a holiday home where your stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible - they have thought of everything!

There is a great market just up the road run by friendly italian men which has gorgeous Italian produce.

Praiano is a great place to stay if you want some peace and quiet and to live life like a local. It is in between Positano and Amalfi - both of which are more touristy and busier but are easily accessible. We hired a scooter to get around on while we were there and spent our days exploring the nearby villages and our nights eating home cooked meals and drinking vino under the stars on the deck.

Now we are back in New Zealand we are recommending Casa Vela to everyone we know!

Summer in Italy is very professional and everything was absolutely wonderful with our villa - it exceeded our expectations.

Excellent

September 2005 - Fantastic location, great accommodation and great hosts.

What more do you need?

Excellent

July 2005 - First of all, I congratulate my self for choosing Casa Vela. The words are not enough to describe our satisfaction for the location of the villa and surroundings.

The accommodation was absolutely OK, and Alessandra and her husband [the owners] gave us something of the warm of Mediterranean soul.

Thank you for your help!

Excellent

July 2005 - We have had a fantastic holiday there. The view from terrace was fabulous.

The apartment was clean and comfortable.

At first I was a little bit nervous, because we hadn't used your services before, but this was a nice expierience. That was a very good thing that the rating of Casa Vela and reality was what I tought (in advance) it should be.

Excellent

June 2005 - Excellent destination!

We loved every minute of our stay at Casa Vela. We will always remember the memories we had there and hope to return once again.

Great service and fast response to all inquiries. Will definately do business again.

Excellent

June 2005 - We loved Casa Vela.

It had everything we needed: lots of space and lots of luxuries you dont normally expect in euro accommodations :)

The best part is the giant balconies. We spent almost all our time outside enjoying the view!!