Reviews of Villa Grecale

Excellent

September 2024 - Love it!

We were very happy with the Summer In Italy service. Thank you !

Great outdoor space with beautiful views, and the location was so quiet and away from the crowds

July 2024 - We loved our stay at Villa Grecale. The highlight is the outdoor space, which is where we spent most of our time. The views were so beautiful and the location was so quiet and away from the crowds. After a long day of crowds and stairs we would swim and enjoy the amazing views and peace and quiet Villa Grecale offered.

The owners were very nice and met us there to show us around and give us all the information needed for our stay.

As many mention the stairs are something to be aware of when choosing this location. The whole area is stairs not just the villa. That is the price you pay for those kinds of views.

Summer In Italy was incredibly helpful during the whole process of planning our time in Italy. They made wonderful recommendations on car services, boat excursions and details about the area. I will be recommending Summer In Italy to everyone!

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Excellent location with phenomenal VIEWS!

September 2023 - Our group of 4 adults loved staying at Villa Grecale! The location was excellent in a nice, quiet village and the VIEWS were phenomenal! We so enjoyed spending time on the terraces relaxing, eating meals, and just taking in the fabulous area.

The little grocery was a short walk away and there were many restaurants within a short distance. Would highly recommend!

Excellent service from Summer In Italy, very communicative, and enjoyed the newsletter with tips and advice. Also appreciated their recommendations for transfers and private chef. Would definitely use again!

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Really great!

August 2023 - Magnificent and huge terrace with view on the coast, located near the Church of San Luca Evangelista in Praiano. Really great!

Fantastic

August 2023 - Spacious and beautiful views!

Everything was fabulous

July 2023 - What a great place to stay. I can't think of a single thing that I would change about the house. Everything was exactly as pictured in the listing. Kitchen was well-equipped. Pool was great, view was great... Everything was fabulous.

The owner met us and directed us to the house... Very responsive. He had clearly thought about what guests would want.

I found Summer In Italy to be responsive and the whole process was straightforward. No surprises.

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Wonderful all around. Enjoyed our stay!

June 2023 - Pool was excellent, a great source of relief after walking all day. Views galore so nice. Location to restaurants and sites perfect. Questions answered quickly. Wonderful all around. Enjoyed our stay. Three couples and it was wonderful.

Exceeded our expectations on almost every front

October 2022 - Villa Grecale exceeded our expectations on almost every front. Views were spectacular - particularly of the sunrises every day!

Group of 6 adults never felt like we were in each other’s way - always a place for everyone to find peace and quiet when required and enough space for group games time.

Summer In Italy selection of properties met our needs. Staff were very attentive to all questions asked.

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Outstanding view from the HUGE patio!

October 2022 - My husband and I and our 2 friends had a wonderful 5 night stay in this villa in Praiano. The view from that HUGE patio is outstanding! We spent a lot of time up there! The apartment itself was perfect for us, lots of privacy and 4 bathrooms! Would definitely recommend!

Beautiful location with panoramic views

September 2022 - Villa Grecale is a beautiful location with panoramic views over Praiano and the ocean. We stayed there with our children aged 9 and 13 and loved it.

The property is perfect. You can spend plenty of time relaxing and looking out over the balcony as daily local life ticks by. The bedrooms have high ceilings and stay cool, with their own little terraces with seating and views, each with an en suite which is also very pleasant. The kitchen is large and well equipped, the outside dining on the lower terrace is also an enjoyable spot to look out over the ocean. After a few days, you being to integrate into the slow rhythm of life of Praiano, and start to feel a part of it as you wander through the local alleyways and stairs which join the community.

Booking process and communication with Summer In Italy was excellent throughout. Fast responses to any questions, with emergency contact numbers available if needed. Would recommend.

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Spacious with amazing views

August 2022 - We went as a group of 3 couples and found the villa everything we required and more. The views were amazing and very spacious. Lots of room to do our own thing. Shop was very close by and easy access to bus and restaurants.

All good, excellent experience. Definitely will come back again in the future.

Very happy with Summer In Italy.

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Spacious and clean villa with excellent views

August 2022 - The villa was spacious, clean, and had excellent views. Everything we needed to cook, relax, and rest was provided. The pool and entertaining space outside was magnificent! The grocery store and restaurant right near us were very convenient.

Summer In Italy was excellent! Service and attention to our needs was great! We decided to book with you for these very reasons. We would book with you again in the future!

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Fantastic villa, perfect location, stunning view

July 2022 - What a fantastic villa. We enjoyed our stay very much. We had 4 adults and 4 children and were very comfortable.

The location is perfect. Steps from a grocery and a 10-15 minute walk to the marina. Hands down the best part of the stay was the top terrace. The pool was a welcome relief from the walk home. The view is stunning and it’s very quiet. This was our second trip to Praiano and I can’t recommend a stay at Villa Grecale more.

Spacious villa with outstanding views and perfectly situated in Praiano

July 2022 - The villa is spacious with 3 good en-suite bedroom all with air conditioning. The two outdoor places were lovely, a stair up was the pool and a large terrace with outstanding views overlooking the sea. The kitchen was large and fairly equipped, no sharp knives but we always bring our own, and the gas-stove was a bit slow but overall good. The terrace outside the main door has a good barbecue and can you can easily sit 8 persons by the dining table again with a stunning view. There were also an ice machine available!

The property manager was very nice and helpful.

We are pleased with Summer In Italy.

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We spent a wonderful week, the location was perfect

June 2022 - We spent a wonderful week at Villa Grecale and the location was perfect. The huge terrace, breathtaking views and pool made us feel like we were in paradise and the steps are worth it.

We loved that unlike many of the other popular towns it's tranquil and homy and less touristy. One night we were treated to an amazing concert at the local church, while we were sitting on the terrace. We had a great vacation and would definitely stay here again.

The owner, Paolo is very helpful and responded to any questions quickly. He even helped arrange for our transfer to Naples with a stop in Pompeii. Made it a lot easier to arrange all the logistics.

Summer In Italy was great to work with. Everyone on the team is very helpful and responsive and they offered many helpful suggestions for our stay.

There are all the comforts a holiday home should have

August 2021 - Villa Grecale is very welcoming, and there are all the comforts that a holiday home should have. The location is enchanting, and will allow you to enjoy the beautiful panorama of the gulf away from traffic noise and crowds.The beauty and tranquillity of the place will worth the number of steps you have to face to get to the property.

The owner is a very kind, helpful and empathetic person.

I found Summer In Italy services adequate, both for the speedy responses and quality of information and communication.

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Truly enjoyed our stay

July 2021 - We truly enjoyed our stay at Villa Grecale. Especially the terrace is stunning: the view is terrific, the pool a huge advantage and the sheer size makes you feel privileged. But also the house overall was very nicely refurbished and in excellent condition.

The location is great with shops and a great pizzeria/restaurant near by. Only drawback: the price for the stunning view are the number of stairs you need to take from the sea... But on the other side, with this the fitness program is covered as well!

Finally, our host Paolo was very kind and extremely helpful, grazie mille!

We booked with you based on your choice of houses. Our experience with you has been pleasant throughout, many thanks!

Very good

August 2020 - Great location with an excellent view!

Great service from Summer In Italy! They took care of us and everything went in the right way.

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Great villa, exceptional outside space

August 2020 - Great villa, exceptional outside space perfect to relax and take in the views. Villa is a great size with air conditioning in all bedrooms and living/dining room.

Very close to local shops and handful of lovely restaurants.

A few words to sum up Summer in Italy. Helpful friend and great. I'd like to thank all those at Summer In Italy for making our stay easy and hassle free. Always there if you have a my questions or queries either with the villa, Italy or Amalfi Coast. Would highly recommend.

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Loved it!

September 2019 - Loved it! The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. The views were amazing. Only drawback were the steps to climb but other than that the unit was amazing.

The owner was extremely helpful.

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Enjoyed the property and the total experience

September 2019 - We thoroughly enjoyed the property and the total experience.

The bedrooms were very spacious and well furnished, the lounge/dining areas were excellent. The kitchen spacious and well appointed. The outdoor area adjacent to the kitchen is very spacious and well set up for outdoor dining with excellent BBQ. The upstairs terrace covered the entire roof area, equipped with an excellent pool sun lounges and sheltered areas.

The panoramic views from the terrace, lower deck, bedroom balconies and dining room window were superb.

Our host was very obliging and helpful.

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Such a beautiful villa

July 2019 - Such a beautiful villa. Amazing views, could not get enough of it!! The villa was top notch. Working Acs well appointed. Really nice house!!

Really liked the property. My family was pleased.

Summer In Italy was so helpful from day 1. Always responsive. Very pleasant and helpful tips. Could not have been happier.

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Great villa with amazing views

July 2019 - Amazing view and great space for our family.

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The villa was perfect for us

June 2019 - Villa Grecale was my extended family’s home away from home for a week.

The villa was perfect for us and I would not hesitate to return or recommend to others. There was plenty of room for all of us and we never felt like we were on top of each other.

The beds were on the firmer side but so comfortable. The bathrooms were very clean and 3 of the 4 were a good size. One shower was pretty small, but that room just showered in the full bath near the kitchen. The kitchen had all the equipment we needed and we cooked many of our meals there.

The outdoor living space was where we spent most of our time. The adults lounged outside the kitchen at the outdoor dining table. The twins and teens spent their time up by the pool.

The Wi-Fi worked only in an area of the villa. Just be aware in case you plan to check on business while you’re on holiday.

Summer In Italy was great. A friend recommended them to us and they proved their worth. They are a well run and organized rental company. We enjoyed doing business with them and hope to do more in the future.

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The views were postcard perfection

September 2018 - We were a group of 3 couples and LOVED Villa Grecale. The views were postcard perfection, the villa was ideal for what we needed.

Two of the bedrooms had amazing balconies and the view from the bathroom in each of them, well just wow!!! The third bedroom was massive but no view, but really it's a place to sleep as there are ample spots on the two terraces to relax and enjoy. The villa was well equipped with what you would need for an extended stay and air conditioned too. The pool was clean and well used by all of us.

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We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend Villa Grecale!

July 2018 - We had a wonderful stay in Villa Grecale. It is everything it says in the description. The view from the sun terrace is spectacular and the pool was wonderful when we came back from our daily adventures. The air conditioning was very good and the size of the rooms a nice surprise, they were big! A really great place!! We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend Villa Grecale!

The location in Praiano is great. It is away from the crowds of Positano but we could use the local bus to get to Positano easily. The local bus will also take you to the One Fire Beach that has wonderful restaurants. The one thing visitors of the Amalfi Coast must remember is there are steps. From the street level to the villa front door there are approximately 62 stairway steps, but it is worth it!!!

The people at Summer In Italy were fantastic. Their prompt responses to emails were great and much appreciated.

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The outside pool area was our gathering point

July 2018 - Enjoyed! The outside pool area was our gathering point. The views were superlative. Washing machine was very handy. The bedrooms and baths were sizeable and very comfortable. We enjoyed the small lemon orchard.

Summers In Italy was great to deal with. Communications were great. Response to questions was almost immediate - definitely within 24 hours. We appreciated all the detailed advance information on the villa and directions to get there. Great job!!

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We had a fantastic time

June 2018 - We had a fantastic time - Villa Grecale offered everything we needed and that upstairs pool and deck was heaven - we spent most of our time there. Amazing views and very comfortable. Love being in Praiano and away from the crowds in Positano and Amalfi. Definitely the highlight of our trip and we hope to return!

I thought Summer In Italy were very helpful and so responsive - it was much appreciated. Excellent service.

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Beautiful, peaceful and comfortable

May 2018 - It was beautiful, peaceful and comfortable. It was great having a restaurant and market so close by!

Summer In Italy was amazing and so easy to work with! We found them on line, inquired for information and the rest is history. We would DEFINITELY recommend Summer In Italy to anyone headed to Italy!

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The perfect location if you are travelling with a large party

September 2017 - Villa Grecale is located in Praiano, a small town that is about a 10 minute bus ride from Positano. It is a quieter town than Positano and we felt very safe. This is the perfect location if you are travelling with a large party.

After climbing about 50 steps, you will enter in the Villa Grecale. There is a locked gate and another set of about 12 steps that lead to the villa entrance. The first level has a long table and grill area. Inside, there is a large kitchen with plenty of plates, glasses, serving platters, and utensils that you will need. There are 3 very large rooms, each of which contains a double bed and a twin bed. You can easily fit 3 people per room. The bathrooms are large and the shower pressure was wonderful. Two of three bedrooms have a small terrace. There is a spacious dining and living room between the bedrooms. Wi-Fi was readily available. After another 10 steps, you will find a large terrace with a big plunge pool, 8 lounge chairs, and 2 sitting areas to view the large expanse of the Mediterranean sea. It was the perfect place to sit both day and night. There were plenty of lights available as well as candles available should you need that. There is a small lemon grove with a hammock as well. Villa Grecale was great for large parties and every convenience was available to us. We look forward to staying here again for our next Amalfi Coast adventure!

We were incredibly happy with the service and the location of the villa. Our hosts were attentive to our every need and were quick to respond to any of our requests. We greatly appreciate Paolo's [the owner] attentiveness and assistance to our every need. He was prompt and met us as soon as we arrived, even after a delayed flight. He helped with getting us and our luggage up to the villa and gave us a tour of the villa. We greatly appreciate the coffee available to us the next morning!

The Summer In Italy group was incredibly responsive to our mirage of questions in a friendly and timely manner. We were very pleased with all of their recommendations.

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The views were stupendous

July 2017 - Because of the elevation the views were stupendous. We spent hours on the terrace enjoying the views and using the pool. The air conditioning worked well when needed. As others have mentioned, Villa Grecale requires many stairs to reach. I imagine that is the case frequently on the Amalfi Coast. My family of 9 including 3 young children had no problem though.

The owner was very friendly and helpful.

I would definitely book with Summer In Italy again. Their responses were immediate and helpful. And that relieves a lot of stress when planning an overseas trip. Thank you so much for your help.

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The terraces and views were out of this world

June 2017 - We loved our stay at Villa Grecale. The terraces and views were out of this world. The location was great, being next to Tutto per Tutti grocery store and a pizzeria with wonderful views, gelato, pizza, morning pastries and sweet staff.

The nature of the cliff side towns in this part of the country means a lot of steps to get around, which was fine for the 40 year olds in our group, but challenging for the 70 year olds. We found an "eco taxi" that picked us up and drove us to the marina which was very helpful.

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Clean and well looked after

June 2017 - We really enjoyed our stay here. The terrace and the 'secret garden' were particularly special (the latter for our young children!). Two of the bedrooms are particularly lovely as they have a balcony overlooking the sea.

The villa was clean and clearly well looked after. It is close to a restaurant and shop. Lots of steps of course!!

Stunning views over the Amalfi Coast!

June 2017 - Fabulous villa with stunning views over the Amalfi Coast!

Cannot thank Summer In Italy enough for all they did. The links they gave regarding transportation to and from the airport were helpful. We used Amalfi Car hire which were spot on!

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Lovely time

September 2016 - We had a lovely time at Villa Grecale. It was centrally located in Praiano, so it was easy to get around the town as long as you don't mind stairs. The outdoor spaces were outstanding. How relaxing to enjoy time on the upper and lower decks with mesmerizing views of the Mediterranean. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals together as a group. The home was very comfortable and the host was responsive and welcoming.

We enjoyed working with Summer In Italy! They made it easy for us to find a lovely home to enjoy our vacation on the Amalfi Coast.

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It was amazing!

September 2016 - We loved it! It was amazing!

Giovanni Paolo [the property manager] was great, wonderful host.

Great service from Summer In Italy!

We did enjoy

September 2016 - We did enjoy. Villa Grecale was perfect for our party of 8, even with 2 people on the lounge divan. This must have been comfortable bed as no complaints of sore backs.

The two bedrooms with balconies were very nice. The terrace outdoor eating area with a table for about 10 was fantastic. Close to the kitchen but a open area with a BBQ and a view. Many a lunch and dinner was had here, when we were not out. The upper terrace was huge with a small but adequate size clean pool. This had sun loungers and wicker sitting and this was our pre dinner drinks and lazy day location with its great view, sail shade for those that wanted shade. The vines were gorgeous and the grapes were just turning ripe and very sweet.

Our shower had a problem and as Summer In Italy tell you to tell the owner - well we did and it was fixed almost immediately. Wished we told the owner sooner.

How do you feel about Summer In Italy? Fantastic - you were great! :) You answered every question however small. The information you gave us on the town and villa was good and we booked taxis and a boat to Capri through this information. Just wished we read it more and before we arrived. Well done you did a great job!

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Amazing views

August 2016 - Villa Grecale was better than expected from the photographs. The terrace was wonderful both day and night with amazing views of the coast line and surrounding area. We had read a few comments about dated bathrooms but we thought they were fine and in keeping with villa. The villa was very clean with a well equipped kitchen.

Communication with the owner on arrival was good and he arrived promptly to help with luggage and to show us around the villa.

The booking and information from Summer In Italy was excellent. Would definitely use Summer In Italy again. All communication was friendly and efficient with all relevant information supplied.

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Just loved it and had a wonderful time!

July 2016 - Completely enjoyed it - so peaceful, beautiful and relaxing! Was a perfect environment for our group of friends - amazing views!!

Was everything and more for what we expected... Just loved it and had a wonderful time!

Great web site!

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Really enjoyed our stay

July 2016 - My whole family of 8 really enjoyed our stay at Villa Grecale. The outdoor spaces were really amazingly enjoyable. A very family friendly place with great private spaces for couples and individuals if they desired.

Summer In Italy did a great job for us and always answered our questions.

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Excellent

October 2015 - Villa Grecale was incredible! Stunning view, lots of space, incredibly clean... Would absolutely love to stay again... We all loved it... Fabulous!

Very good

September 2015 - Good location, excellent view, good Wi-Fi, good facilities.

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Excellent

September 2015 - We loved our stay in Villa Grecale. There were 6 of us and we found the villa to be perfect.

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Excellent

July 2015 - Villa Grecale is a fantastic place for a stay on the Amalfi Coast.

We had everything we needed and there was plenty of outdoor and indoor living areas for 2 families. Views were amazing.

Luca, our host was brilliant.

I would highly recommend a stay at Villa Grecale.

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Excellent

June 2015 - Villa Grecale is large, clean and comfortable. The pool is very refreshing. We loved our amazing views. There are many steps but I got stronger as the days passed.

The owners were very responsive.

We loved our stay because we wanted to be in a real Italian village. We loved the people in the community and the church bells ringing was so ethereal. It was a vacation that will stay in our hearts for a long time.

Summer In Italy did a wonderful job. They informed and were always polite and attentive. I would use them again.

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Excellent

August 2014 - Villa Grecale and its views were everything and more than what we expected.

The house was very clean, well stocked and absolutely charming in every sense. The views from both large terraces were stupendous!! The pool was a wonderful treat to come home after sightseeing or as an afternoon "hang out" before our dinners. We also picked up and used lemons from the garden every single day for our drinks or meals. We loved it!

We were a party of 8 adults and one baby and this was truly the perfect family vacation, in part because of Villa Grecale. Everyone joked that we had the best villa in town! You can't ask for anything better for this price. We will have lasting and fond memories of this special villa in Praiano!

Paolo, the property manager, was terrific and we also went with him on a daily boat tour along the coast. He stopped us for a swim and then dropped us off at Capri. He was our captain and his service and boat were perfect! Thank you Paolo for everything.

Summer In Italy service was excellent! Great communication and very timely. I would not hesitate to use this professional service again and I have already told many people about it. I found the web site on Internet while looking for a vacation rental.

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Very good

August 2014 - The location of Villa Grecale and views are wonderful.

The terraces and pool were our favorite places there. The air conditioning worked well and the kitchen was well stocked. We enjoyed our time there but do think the house needs some work.

We enjoyed Praiano and the fact that the house is so convenient to the market, restaurants, pharmacy.

We had a fabulous experience with Summer In Italy and we would recommend the agency highly and hope to rent again through Summer In Italy. The service was great.

Excellent

July 2014 - We loved Villa Grecale, especially the two terraces.

Everything was so nice in the villa and we will love to come back.

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Excellent

July 2014 - We loved our stay at Villa Grecale.

The terrace was spectacular... from the view to the pool. There was ample seating and shade. The pool was well-maintained and the villa was clean.

It was a wonderfully relaxing home to come back to after a day of adventure.

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Very good

May 2014 - Villa Grecale was very suitable and the outstanding quality was the view and terrace.

The villa was very nice and the only issue we had were the steps. They were treacherous and very steep with many many steps!

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Fantastic

October 2013 - Villa Grecale exceeded our expectations! The hike up to the villa is not the easiest, and can be quite difficult for anyone with health or physical impairments. However, once you make it, the rewards far outweigh the difficulties.

I would recommend this villa to anyone who prefers the experience of a smaller, quieter town, but still have the ability to wine, dine, shop, go to the beach and live among the locals and have more of a small Italian village feel rather than the more touristy cities of Positano and Capri.

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Fantastic

October 2013 - We had a terrific stay at the Villa Grecale and would recommend to other who are staying in the area.

The outdoor areas and views are amazing with the local store having all the supplies including a comprehensive wine cellar.

Your booking site and staff have been the best I have experienced in Italy having book 4 properties through different agencies over our 1 month stay and would highly recommend to any others who are looking for this type of accommodation in Italy to book through Summer In Italy. Thanks for your assistance and providing a great stay.

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Fantastic

August 2013 - Villa Grecale is an amazing place for a relaxing holiday. We had an amazing time and would not hesitate to recommend it to friends and family.

The living quarters have very spacious rooms (all with air conditioning) and anyone wanting to use the internet, there is also free wi-fi.

We spent most of the time on the roof terrace. The terrace is very spacious with a swimming pool, and plenty of sun loungers to chill out on. The views are spectacular and until you have stayed there, it is hard to appreciate how good it is.

The owner, Paolo, was very helpful. He helped us to carry the luggage to the villa and anything we needed, he was on hand. He took the time to show us around and explained everything to us fully. He left us ant killer and did warn us about the problem, which in those parts is normal anyway. So in no way would I put blame on anyone.

We booked through Summer In Italy based on an internet search of villas on the Amalfi Coast, and as soon as we saw Villa Grecale we were hooked. The staff at Summer In Italy were extremely helpful and friendly, and leading up to our holiday, any email we wrote to them was answered as soon as possible. We would not hesitate to book through you again.

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Fantastic

August 2013 - We loved this villa! The pool and the terrace are amazing. Perfect for family time and relaxing.

Praiano is a great town to stay in if you're looking for a more authentic Italian town. I much prefer Praiano to the hustle of Positano.

Excellent communication during booking. I would book with you again and would recommend Villa Grecale to anyone. Its a great villa.

Fantastic

July 2013 - "Best holiday ever" was the opinion of one of my daughters. Absolutely majestic views, beautiful terraces and lots of very relaxed, leisurely lunches and dinners, all al fresco. The multiple outside spaces meant that it was large enough (for our group of 8) that there was personal space when we needed it as well as room to gather.

Nicely located between Positano and Amalfi and less frenetic than either. A great "family and friends" holiday location.

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Fantastic

July 2013 - We loved every minute of our stay at Villa Grecale, especially the upper deck in the evening where we would relax for hours.

The house was well maintained, the lift was wonderful for getting the luggage up the 49 stairs! Dishwasher, AC, washer, dryer, 4 showers, a dipping pool, bbq.

We were very happy with the whole experience. It was one of the easiest trips I have ever had to plan, because everything was done for me! We can't wait to come back! I have already recommended Summer in Italy to friends.

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Excellent

June 2013 - We thought Villa Grecale was fantastic and we had a wonderful time there. Everything you could need was available and we all felt so at home our only problem was having to leave!

Thank you for your help and advice, we were in Italy for our daughter's wedding which was fantastic as well, so all in all we loved Italy. Also we used Claudio Lucibello for a driver and he was great as well. Thank you.

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Very good

June 2013 - We certainly enjoyed our time there. The steps up from the SITA stop were quite vertical and straining for all of us (young and old). The villa, though, we more than adequate, housed us all easily and was comfortable. We would consider staying again, though, I think next time we would spend a few days in Positano and also Capri vs. taking buses/ferries back and forth.

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Excellent

May 2013 - This is a special place with the charm of the local community, space for 6 adults and a view that is breathtaking.

A caution for some travelers, the roads from Sorrento to Amalfi are very narrow and challenging. The smaller the car and more experienced the driver cannot be over emphasized.

We were very pleased and appreciated your attention to the details of our trip.

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Fantastic

May 2013 - Our group of five thoroughly enjoyed our two-week stay at Villa Grecale during May 2013.

Although we arrived earlier than expected, the owner was there to greet us within minutes, thanks to the kind offer of help from one of the shopkeepers at the wonderful and well stocked nearby Tutto Per Tutti.

The villa is set in a stunning location on the side of the hill, with breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding beautiful buildings, streets, walkways and steps of Praiano.

This particular villa is large and gracious, and the several terrace levels have not only a pool and a lemon grove, but a variety of seating arrangements (shade and sun) and outside eating area, graced by greenery and flowering plants. The three bedrooms are spacious, as are the living areas, and having four bathrooms suited us well, but we spent most of our waking time on the terraces.

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Fantastic

October 2012 - Villa Grecale was amazing and let our group of 3 couples capture the flavour of the coast.

It was well equipped, spacious, clean and the setting was breathtaking.

We started out our 2 week adventure on Sept 21 and expected moderate temperatures. What we got for 1 1/2 weeks was 30 degrees plus. The pool on the upper terrace took care of that!

The stairs can be a bit of a challenge but you're on the Amalfi coast not the Canadian prairies.

The local people were all helpful and cheerful.

Keep on doing what you do.The information on your website was exact and complete. Your quick response and helpful tips during our communication period was appreciated and took care of any concerns we had about booking on line, it was the first time I have ever done so. I would recommend Summer in Italy in a heartbeat. Thanks and Ciao, Tom Domenici, Aurora, Ontario

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Excellent

September 2012 - From the moment we set eyes on the web site to every single communication we had with you to our stay at the Villa, we had an excellent and most memorable time! Our vacation experience literally began with one single click on the web site! Thank you!

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Fantastic

August 2012 - Loved Villa Grecale! Would come back again.

The terrace and pool were fantastic. Paolo's assistance was greatly appreciated.

I found Summer in Italy fantastic! Very responsive and great to answer all my questions. I booked with you as I was able to find the villa that suited our needs and was affordable. But the responsiveness of the Summer in Italy team helped with my final decision.

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June 2012 - Great stay. Great location. Excellent terraces. Tutto per Tutti market is fantastic and owners very helpful with directions, advice etc.

Our shower was VERY small and difficult to use, but the fact that each room had its own bathroom, was such a wonderful convenience. So the small shower space was well worth it for having our own privacy.

On the whole, an excellent place to stay. We would stay here again. The terraces were the highlight of this villa. The views were outstanding. We had a few maintenance issues and Paolo [the owner] was there very quickly to take care of the problems we reported. Loved our stay.

You guys were absolutely fantastic. A pleasure to deal with. Thank you very much!

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Excellent

June 2012 - Magnificent, cannot wait to come back, recommend it to all our friends.

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June 2012 - Wonderful! Spectacular view. Lovely and spacious home. Friendly neighbourhood and town.

Paolo [the owner] was very pleasant and helpful.

The property is well-groomed and lovely.

Well done! Do you have any job openings? :))

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Excellent

May 2012 - Very beautiful place. would stay there again.

Summer in Italy is a great booking company. would do business with them again.

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Excellent

May 2012 - Villa Grecale is amazing!! Has everything and more you need. Really a phenomenal villa.

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Excellent

September 2011 - Dear Luca, Our family had a wonderful time at Villa Grecale.

Giovanni Paolo [the owner] made us feel very welcome.

The villa was absolutely fabulous! The spacious deck was great and the views were amazing! The lovely flowers and trees were much enjoyed - the bright blue morning glories were especially pretty as were the many herbs, lime and lemon trees, roses and hisbiscus.

The villa had a great kitchen, which was fully equipped. Also, so many beautiful ceramic sceneries on tiles. The deck furniture was most comfortable and the pool refreshening.

We absolutely loved the town of Praiano - very quaint with beautiful views, marinas and restaurants. The town had all of the amenities and we all enjoyed our stay tremendously. Our fond memories will last forever. I am so glad that we ended up with Villa Grecale!!

You have been a joy to work with - very responsive and helpful in many ways. We would strongly recommend 'Summer in Italy'!!

Benissimo, Grazie!

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September 2011 - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa. It met and perhaps exceeded our expectations.

The indoor and outdoor spaces were very comfortably furnished and allowed for the six of us to be together but also to find quiet time to just enjoy the magnificent views.

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September 2011 - We really enjoyed it. Had been two couples with three girls - so enough space for all of us. Due to the perfect weather we had not even the chance to use the inner rooms.

The owner is a very polite and nice man. Thanks for the prompt meeting, the uncomplicated handover of the keys and the introduction or Villa Grecale.

Everything was perfectly organised - the booking, the information, in case of further questions Luca or Andrea had answered within very short time. Fine was the information we've got before we arrived - so no doubt - absolutely good handling and organisation. Thanks again.

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August 2011 - Villa Grecale exceeded our expectations. The villa looks exactly as it is presented in the on-line photos. There was more than enough room for our party of 6 adults.

We especially enjoyed making dinners in the large kitchen every evening and enjoying our meal on the outdoor patio overlooking the sea.

I found you on the web. All staff members quickly and pleasantly responded to all of my questions. You were instrumental in ensuring my family a trip of a lifetime. Thanks so very much.

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August 2011 - A beautiful villa in an amazing location - the terrace is fantastic.

Internally comfortable and well equipped but spent most of the time outside.

Had a great time, very relaxing and unbelievable views.

Very impressed with all aspects of the service you provided. we have already recommended you to friends and would definitely use you again. Thank you

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August 2011 - It can't any better than this. We just loved it.

Perfect! Thanks.

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July 2011 - This is truly a special place to enjoy Amalfi and not feel like you are in a tourist area. It was easy to get from town to town.

The house is fantastic. Our family really enjoyed the patio and pool. It was a great place to relax at the end of the day.

The bedrooms are large and the house had all the amenities you need to make your vacation relaxing.

Your team is wonderful. Thank you.

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May 2011 - We really enjoyed staying in Villa Grecale, it had lots of space, every detail was thought of.

The roof terrace and views are wonderful.

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April 2011 - The villa was well situated but is better suited to summer visitors. Most days it was too cool to enjoy the beautiful terraces.

The stairs were no problem.

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October 2010 - We had a great experience at Villa Grecale. Great location, very clean and exceeded our expectations.

We would come back and recommend to anyone.

Good website. Best choice of villas we found with good pictures and descriptions.

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October 2010 - We loved the villa -- everything about it was wonderful!

Summer In Italy does a great job of letting visitors know what to expect.

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September 2010 - Loved Villa Grecale! Would stay here again. Great location to beach, eating and wonderful beach and cove. Villa was pretty, updated and well appointed. Terrace on the upper level had breathtaking views and was gorgeous with pretty furniture and wonderful shade awning. It was lovely when lit at night. Beautiful home away from home.

We were met at villa and shown around. Grocery near by was good and well stocked. Nice people. Great neighborhood feel. Lovely peace and quiet. Steps were a bit of a surprise, but well worth the climb!

Well done. Photos were exactly as shown. Better than we even imagined!

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August 2010 - Villa Grecale is an amazing villa and we recommend it to anyone.

Our host was also very welcoming and so relaxed that made our holiday kick off right from the start.

The view is out of this world, accompanied by your own swimming pool makes the villa perfect.

Thhe villa is in Praiano, but unfortunately the local buses that service pass the villa come by only once every hour and fifteen minutes. If this was every half hour interval then transport into the village centre and Positano would be so much easier. But, dont let this put you off, as this place is magnificent and worth a stay.

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July 2010 - We really enjoyed Villa Grecale, especially the upper terrace, swimming pool and the great view.

We got a positive view of Summer in Italy. I am sure we are considering to book again from you.

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July 2010 - The villa and Praiano are wonderful!

The view is spectacular. The balcony is huge and has a wide variety of comfortable seating options. The canopy was much appreciated during the 35 degree days we had in July.

Praiano is quiet, but there are many beautiful places to walk and hike, and many good restaurants to try. It was easy to take the bus to other more touristy spots, but we always enjoyed coming back home each day. All the stairs in Praiano were challenging in the heat, but we could always come back for a dip in our pool at the end of the day.

It was one of the best vacations we've ever had!

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July 2010 - Villa Grecale is simply paradise... :-)

Thank You for a nice holiday, everything you said about the villa was true, just keep on doing what you a doing (a great job:-))

We will for sure book by Summer In Italy at any time and recommend you to friends and family :-)

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June 2010 - This place was fabulous! We were 9 adults there (from 18 to 57 years old), and all of us were delighted by the villa! The view was amazing, the villa was exactly what we had seen on your web site.

Praiano is a quiet village, and we were glad that we chose not to stay in the more touristy areas of Amalfi Coast.

The owner was very responsive. We went many times to the 'Tutto per Tutti' grocery, and these people were friendly and always smiling. The Amalfi coast itself tops everything I had seen.

I highly recommend this place.

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August 2009 - Villa Grecale is a lovely, elegant and spacious place with extraordinary views.

It was a perfect choice for our party of 8, lots of room and privacy for everyone. The pool was very popular, especially after a day of visiting. We loved it!

You are doing a great job in advertising the place and informing the guests about everything we need to know. Thank you!

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July 2009 - We absolutely had the most fantastic holiday at Villa Grecale.

The view was nothing less than sensational and Giovanni [the owner] was extremely helpful and had everything that we could possibly need at the villa.

We had 6 adults and 3 children and the villa and terrace was so spacious that we often felt like we were the only ones in the villa when in fact the house was full. The pool and terrace was a dream spot and we spent most of our time relaxing and taking in the view. The kitchen and outdoor eating area was well used.

We hope to return to Praiano again and if we do we would not stay anywhere else but Villa Grecale. Luca was extremely helpful and efficient and l am very pleased with the service from Summer in Italy. Thanks again to Giovanni and Summer in Italy for a very easy booking and smooth holiday. The photos on the website don't do the villa justice.

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July 2009 - We really enjoyed our stay in Villa Grecale. We were 7 people including 2 small children, who loved the pool. The house was perfect for our needs. The owner was very helpful and gave us good instructions.

The shop a the end of the road had everything we needed for our daily meals and the shopkeeper even offered to carry our bags up the stairs!

We were especially impressed with Luca at Summer In Italy. One night we had to go to a hospital and he was extremely helpful - even in the middle of the night! We were thankful indeed. We will be glad to use Summer in Italy again.

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June 2009 - Villa Grecale was everything we thought it would be. The views were spectacular and the location was close to the bus stop and market, but it was still very quiet. It was very modern without loosing any old world charm.

We were a party of 9 friends (all women) and we never felt cramped.

Don't let the steps scare you. Just take it slow and you will be fine. One thing that is not advertised on the site is a lift that takes your luggage up to the villa. This was a very pleasant surprise!

I wish I was still there!!

Summer in Italy was VERY helpful, from the booking process and even helping with translation while at the Villa. How do you improve on something you are doing so perfectly! A very big THANK YOU!

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June 2009 - An excellent place when you need many beds. We, a group of ten, had a very good time. Three families (ages from 3 to 70 years) enjoyed a warm week celebrating grandmother's and grandfather's 2 x 70 years.

The swimming pool was excellent, particularly for the children.

The garden with lemons was nice. Just add gin and tonic!

Excellent service. The description of conditions and facilities and what to expect was very good.

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June 2009 - Fantastic, we enjoyed it very much.

Very good information and service!

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May 2009 - We thought the Villa was absolutely beautiful!

It was extremely clean and comfortable (although the bed mattresses are very firm!). The view from the villa was breathtaking. The 2 terraces and pool were delightful. The small lemon grove was just charming and restful. The place was well appointed.

The caretaker was very welcoming and helpful.

We loved the village of Praiano, and the locals were really friendly.

Well, I thought you all at Summer In Italy were great! I found Summer in Italy just through the net. Your site was the most clear in detail and the contact with someone immediate and efficient. I will certainly hope to use your company again. My thanks to you all for helping us have such a lovely break!

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April 2009 - We absolutely loved Villa Grecale -- the views are wonderful, the inside and outside areas are far beyond adequate.

We spent a lot of time on the patios.We also used the grill on the patio to relax and enjoy our dinner "at home".

It was a relaxing week; wandering down to the beach and some restaurants was very enjoyable.

Everything went very well -- you all were so helpful and professional to work with. I would not hesitate to contact you again for a rental -- thank you!

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October 2008 - Villa Grecale was exactly what we saw in the pictures and description on the website.

We spent as much time as possible on the lovely terrace which provides an unbelievable view.

The villa was clean with modern conveniences, comfortable and quiet.

As mentioned in earlier reviews, 91 steps straight up from the nearest street. Most of the restaurants are a 10 minute walk down numerous steps. It is a challenging walk back up but bus service is available.

We would definitely return to the villa or any others that Summerinitaly markets.

Luca was a tremendous assistance in arranging this wonderful villa and providing much other needed information. We will heartily recommend Summerinitaly to our friends for their travel needs. Thank you.

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September 2008 - Very, very nice!!

We looked at hundreds of villas to rent and chose Villa Grecale because of its location, beautiful views and amenities provided to guests.

Make sure you are able to climb stairs and be prepared to walk!

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September 2008 - We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Villa Grecale! The views, pool, and terrace made the entire visit spectacular.

The kitchen is big and fairly appointed, and we managed to make some incredible meals and set a beautiful table in the dining room with an incredible view.

The location is quiet, and the local grocery store was very convenient. And the location is perfect for day trips to Sorrento, Positano, Ravello, Amalfi, and Pompeii.

We would definitely book Villa Grecale again!

Keep the property in your portfolio. It was great. Also, I spoke to Luca one night when we needed help and he was wonderful! Keep him too! :-)

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August 2008 - Beautiful villa. Grand terrace with dipping pool and amazing views day and night. Plenty of square footage to accommodate three families.

Villa Grecale was immaculate indoors and outdoors.

Loved the lime and pomegranate trees that lined the stairs.

Picturesque from every angle.

I feel I would use Summer In Italy again for its great communication. The website is easily navigated. I found each any every statement made by Summer In Italy to be honest and true.

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August 2008 - We had an amazing honeymoon at the villa - the setting was beautiful and we spent most of our time on the very very large roof terrace.

The accommodation was of a good standard even though as there was only the two of us we did not make full use of all the space and facilities.

All the fixtures and fittings were of a high standard. The showers were not brilliant but worked fine.

The landlord was very helpful, even when there were problems with the electric.

We appreciated the privacy the 70+ steps gave the villa but it would have been nice to not have had them sometimes. The villa was in a very good position but we had expected more restaurants within easy walking distance - however as it was August we had not intended to go very far so this was not a problem for us.

The villa would be perfect for two or three couples or a family with older children - but if you are intending to explore then you do have to be fit. We would go again without question.

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July 2008 - Villa Grecale's view is amazing.

The people in the town were very hospitable! They love Americans especially the local supermarket Tutti per Tutti. They had the best mozzarella and prosciutto ever!

Summer in Italy is a great website and will use them again in the future. Luca was great and answered all my questions prior to leaving New York.

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June 2008 - We enjoyed our stay very much. Overall it was very good, with excellent facilities.

The service, advice and help from Summer in Italy was excellent and I would strongly recommend your site to friends. I think it should be stated that the location of Villa Grecale may not be suitable for old or infirm guests.

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May 2008 - What a stunning position, sitting on the terrace was like being on a boat, nothing to obscure your view looking out to sea. The terrace is superb, lots of space, a beautiful shaded seating area and the fantastic dipping pool.

Outside the kitchen the shaded dining area and barbecue is also lovely and was well used.

The villa was very comfortable, well furnished and equipped. The access is tricky, lots of steep steps from the road, we counted into the 90's. This made it difficult because everything from luggage to provisions has to be carried up. The elderly or infirm would struggle. Overall a beautiful villa in an excellent location.

This was a fantastic holiday and I would definitely book with you again.

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April 2008 - The Villa Grecale was just as it was represented on your website.

We were looking for place that was large enough for 4 single people to have their own individual space and Villa Grecale provided this.

We truly enjoyed our stay there.

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October 2007 - Great villa, fantastic views. Location and parking a bit challenging - OK for a young family but you would need to warn older people if they were considering the villa

Great service, thank-you for all of your help.

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September 2007 - We loved Villa Grecale. The property manager was very attentive to our needs and very helpful when we arrived.

The rooftop terrace had commanding views and a great dipping pool - we spent a lot of time here. The kitchen was perfectly adequate for our needs, as was the living room.

The villa was exactly as advertised - the description on the website was true to its word. The only challenge was in getting our stuff up to it - there were quite a few stairs from the public parking to the villa.

I think your website and service are great. I would book with you again.

I imagine some might be upset when they realize the number of stairs up and down to some of your villas (like Giampa). I was perfectly fine with it, but many Americans aren't used to such hard work.

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September 2007 - Outstanding!

I found it hard to concentrate on my book... I just wanted to stare at the view...ahhh! Perfect bliss.

Have just returned from my third villa booking with Summer In Italy, and as usual the villa was superbly situated, with unbeatable views and as always have received an efficient, friendly service.