Reviews of Villa Lorena

Excellent place

July 2023 - Villa Lorena was excellent!

The view and outdoor patio were fantastic. The kitchen was so nice to cook in. And the bedrooms were so comfortable with the A/C. Such a fun trip!

Highly recommended!

June 2023 - This house was absolutely beautiful! It has a beautiful American style kitchen overlooking the balcony and the ocean. The view is incredible. The house is spacious and it accommodated our family of six no problem.

The house is one of the first houses on the way into Praiano from Positano so you are on the outskirts of town. Very quiet. A short walk to downtown (5 minutes or so). The views from this house are much more impressive than the views I saw in some houses in the center of town.

I would highly recommend the house if you want peace and quiet. If you want to be right in the town then it is probably not for you, although, if you have a car it is much easier to park on the street in this area than in the center of town.

Overall, I highly recommend it.

Loved the beautiful views of the water and coast from our terrace every morning and evening

October 2022 - Villa Lorena was a great stay for us in this stunningly beautiful part of the world. We loved the beautiful views of the water and coast from our terrace every morning and evening. A perfect place to sip coffee or have a drink as you watch the sunrise or sunset and mesmerizing blue water.

The villa has all you would need, a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, dishwasher and clothes washing machine, and plenty of space with three bedrooms. The second bathroom could be improved with better lighting and shower, but these are minor things. The villa was also generally very peaceful, with no car traffic noise as you are down from the main road. There is a family living in the house above, so at times we could hear the footsteps and movements of the people above. However, this occurred during regular hours and ended at normal bedtime, so did not detract from our enjoyment or rest.

Peppino the manager was also very prompt in responding to texts or calls about issues, so that was appreciated.

We would definitely book properties with Summer In Italy again.

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Excellent

September 2022 - Great position with views of Praiano and Positano.

Easy to use. Will recommend Summer In Italy.

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A very nice stay

August 2022 - The location was very good with wonderful views. There are 64 steps down to the house so keep that in mind when booking. The house itself was beautifully decorated , great AC and comfy beds. The kitchen was big and the balcony a nice place to hang out. Overall a very nice stay.

A wonderful stay

May 2022 - We had a wonderful stay at Villa Lorena! Peppino greeted us upon our arrival and was extremely helpful with assisting us in arranging a boat tour to Capri and was an excellent host.

The Villa is very nice and the view is absolutely amazing.

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Excellent

October 2019 - Villa Lorena was wonderful.

The views are spectacular. It is very relaxing.

Close to the bus stop and not too far into town.

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Excellent

August 2019 - This was a fabulous vacation. Villa Lorena offers one of the most awesome views ever and we spent hours on the terrace just enjoying the scenery.

Praiano's location is great and has the feel of an authentic village, not the busy touristic place. There is a marvelous wine bar in the village that offers simple but exquisite food as well as delicious local wines.

We loved every moment of our vacation. Trips to Ravello, Positano, Pompeii are best done by bus if you are not brave enough to rent a scooter. No need for a car. And then there is the boat ride to Capri... unbeatable.

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Excellent

May 2019 - We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Villa Lorena. The villa has a lovely position despite the 70 steps to get to it!!!

It is well furnished in tasteful colours and eating outdoors on the terrace was fabulous.

Luigi, the property manager, was excellent. He dealt with our questions and queries with good grace and humour and came one evening at 10 pm as we had turned off the hot water switch by mistake. Despite the fact we had probably interrupted his evening he did all this in good humour.

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Excellent

October 2018 - My family and friends shared Villa Lorena recently from September 29th to October 20th. I was somewhat concerned about what the villa would be like because we had made arrangements through a different agency for a rental in Rome and were very disappointed with the accommodations. However, Villa Lorena was even more beautiful than the pictures described. Our bedrooms were ample and divided from each other by bathrooms, closets, etc. One bedroom had access to its own private verandah with a lemon tree. We could relax and read under its shade on sunny afternoons. The main verandah was ample and allowed all six of us to sunbathe or relax in the shade of the bougainvillea every afternoon. The sunsets in the evening were absolutely spectacular, setting over the cliffs of the Sorrento peninsula and the Isle of Capri!

The living areas were ample and we enjoyed eating meals on the verandah or in the dining area. The weather couldn't have been better -- we only experienced cloudy or rainy days about three times during the three weeks we were there. The kitchen was well-equipped, though we had trouble with hot water at the kitchen sink for a time, but that was fixed before we left. Luigi, the property manager, was very personable and our daughters spent some time at his bar in the town of Praiano several evenings.

The townspeople of Praiano were so nice and we almost felt like natives by the time we left. Many spoke some English and we tried hard to make ourselves understood with our rudimentary Italian. All were helpful and friendly and we felt very secure walking to and from town, even late at night. The local church was beautiful, with majolica floor tiles and an interior painted in soft pastels trimmed in white. It looked like a beautiful wedding cake! The beautiful church bells chimed during the day and we could hear distant rooster crows each morning. It was perfectly charming!

My husband and I had both had back surgery prior to our visit and my sister-in-law had a knee replaced in May. All of us benefited from the many stairs and walking to and from town daily. If we had contracted with physical therapy, it would have been much more expensive and not nearly as enjoyable! The SITA bus was available a short distance from our villa and we made many memorable trips along the coast. We were able to visit Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples and even Paestum without much difficulty. We rode the Circumvesuviana train without any problems, though we had read about pickpockets. There was a local taxi service and we contracted with him to take us to Ravello for a wonderful cooking class with Mamma Agata and her daughter, Chiara.

We all hated to leave such a wonderful place. I would highly recommend the villa and also SummerInItaly for anyone desiring to visit the area.

Excellent

September 2018 - Fantastic views, great location, close to the bus. Villa Lorena is great and spacious.

Praiano is a wonderful small town, with friendly people.

Booking process was very easy and questions were answered promptly.

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Excellent

August 2018 - Beautiful and clean

Stunning views.

Lovely to relax in and just as described.

Excellent

July 2018 - We had such a wonderful time at Villa Lorena, we were very sad to have our vacation end. We especially loved the terrace and the view of Praiano to the left and Positano to the right. Watching the boats go by directly below us in the beautiful sea was a favorite way to pass the time.

The kids also liked seeing the lizards climbing the walls of the terrace and tried hard to catch one, but were not successful. I hope this doesn't put off future guests, because we thoroughly enjoyed watching the lizards, which are actually found all over the Amalfi coast. The interior of the house was spotless, and we had no problems with any bugs or mosquitoes.

We also enjoyed the card table in the living room, and the kids spent many evenings playing cards before we ventured out for a late dinner in town.

The kitchen is well equipped, and we stayed in and cooked on two occasions. We also enjoyed making our morning Espresso there. We felt our choice of staying in peaceful Praiano was a smart one, after visiting the more touristy Positano and Amalfi.

The owners were very friendly and helpful.

We decided to book with Summer in Italy because of the reliable responsiveness whenever we inquired. We will definitely do so again.

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Excellent

June 2018 - It was magical. The view to the north, Positano and to the south the town of Praiano. You could hear the church bells ringing on the hour... The walk into town was a short 10 mins. To the near beach 650 steps down... and up. I got in the best shape of my life walking that and eating the seafood every night.

We even bought steaks from the local butcher one evening.

Praiano is very reasonable compared to the close by Amalfi and Positano. After a couple days we felt like locals. Everyone was so nice and Luigi [the owner] was so accommodating. We will definitely come back.

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April 2018 - Excellent location, great views and weather was fantastic. Enjoyed it immensely.

No problems - great service.

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Excellent

April 2018 - We had the perfect holiday escaping for the world at the villa, and we look forward to next time!

It was tempting to spend the whole week in the villa, rather than venturing out to enjoy the many exciting sights and activities in the area. Bit crowded in the kitchen, but we made it work out just fine. Amazing balcony, perfect living room space - the priorities, of course!

Mr Luigi [the caretaker] was absolutely fantastic to help us have a wonderful holiday - thank you!!

Excellent

July 2017 - My family and I loved our stay at Villa Lorena!

Looking at Positano in the evening from the terrace was enchanting... my daughter said it looked like champagne bubbles on the hill. The luxury yachts would pull in for the day, and we could watch from our gorgeous perch on the cliffs.

I read outside every morning while enjoying the fresh air and view of the cliffs, sea and the village of Praiano with its gorgeous church.

The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms were in excellent condition. The kitchen had everything one could need. Having a washing machine was very helpful. The couches in the living room are so comfortable, sometimes I would just conk out there while watching the sea.

Villa Lorena is quite near the bus-stop for both Sita and the local bus. The recommended taxi service on the note on the wall was also very helpful. They were able to pick us up and take us to a beach without a zillion stairs.

I have had a hip replacement and my joints are not very good, so I was somewhat afraid of the 72 stairs! The second day, all of our quads were shaking, but the third day, our muscles got the hang of it and our fitness level improved tremendously. In spite of eating all the gelato and pasta I could desire, I lost two pounds and quite a few inches and came home more physically fit than I have been in many years. The combination of the walking the stairs was wonderful for me, and my hip pain is gone!

When we arrived, the fragrance of the wisteria planted along the stairs greeted us, the the lovely, magenta colored bougainvillea which covered the terrace was delightful. The roses and the fantastic lemon tree off of the bedroom which leads to one of the three terraces were fragrant and it was fun to hear a lemon drop once in a while.

We vastly preferred staying in Praiano to Positano and way more than Amalfi. The restaurants in Praiano are wonderful and less expensive than the nearby, highly over-rated resorts. Amalfi and Positano were just a few minutes away by bus, but we were so much more relaxed just hanging around in Praiano. The walk into the village of Praiano and back was short and gave us time to savor the view. The terraced gardens, with olive trees, lemon trees, and lots of other goodies continually delighted us.

Anna, the manager, was excellent and a lovely person to deal with.

Villa Lorena is a wonderful find.

Excellent

June 2017 - We had a wonderful time at Villa Lorena. It is worth climbing all those stairs for this slice of serenity. The location was excellent, the accomodations were very comfortable and the view stunning.

And thank you for including, no charge, the morning chickens crowing and the Praiano church bells ringing. What idyllic charm - that was a very nice touch!

Anna [the caretaker], was delightful, helpful and provided us with timely service. She alone is reason enough to book again. We found you via web search. Your service was grand. Thank you. We look forward to more trips with you.

Excellent

May 2017 - We absolutely loved Villa Lorena!

We were so happy to be in between Positano and Amalfi. Both towns were a little too touristy for us so Praiano was perfect!

The villa was extremely comfortable and well appointed. The view was gorgeous. The location is great, we walked into town daily for wonderful meals(when we did not cook for ourselves) and gelato!!

Your website is great. I have recommended your website to many fellow travellers.

Excellent

April 2017 - We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Lorena.

It was larger than we imagined with 3 good sized bedrooms, none of which shared a wall. The patio was amazing, what a view! We had a lovely view of Positano to the north and Praiano to the south and Capri to the west. The patio was right off the kitchen or living room and we spent many hours there.

We were very pleased with the location of the villa, a 10 minute walk, so we were close enough for convenience, but far from the traffic and noise. The only sounds we heard occasionally were of the family above us, but I'm sure they heard us, too!

The house was very clean and the caretaker Anna provided much helpful advice.

We were very pleased with Summer In Italy. We have recommended it to many people. The ease of use of your website and your prompt correspondence made this reservation a pleasure. We were also impressed with the affordable prices you offered. Thank you

Excellent

October 2016 - The villa was everything I thought it would be.

The view was unbeleivable and the people could not have been nicer and more helpful.

I would recommend it to anyone.

Excellent

October 2016 - We were at Villa Fortune week of September 24th. We were two couples. Everything that we saw on Internet, we found exactly alike at the villa.

The villa was very clean, well furnished, the kitchen had everything (and more) that we needed.

The caretaker Anna was really friendly although our Italian was not very good and her English was like our Italian!

The view from the terrace was outstanding. We did not even mind the 67 stairs to go up to the street!

We will definitely suggest your agency and Villa Lorena for anyone looking for a villa in Italy.

At first, we were a bit afraid of dealing with Summer In Italy and making reservation via Internet. But you guys are great! Every questions we had were answered in a timely manner and the Villa was exacly what we had seen in Internet. We will definitly go back to Italy some day and we will again deal with your agency.

Excellent

July 2016 - We had such an amazing experience at Villa Lorena.

I think we had one of the best views on the coastline as we had a perfect view of both Positano and Praiano. I could have happily spent the entire week just sitting on the terrace under the bougainvillea gazing out.

We liked being a short walk away from Praiano, only 10 minutes, which didn't feel nearly as touristy as nearby Positano.

Everyone we dealt with at Summer in Italy was very helpful and always answered queries in a very timely fashion and provided us with all the info we needed to make an informed decision.

Excellent

July 2016 - We enjoyed our stay in Villa Lorena very much.

Great view, nice terrace, great house in general. Lots of space!

We also liked to be in Praiano where you can meet and talk to the locals. Praiano is not that crowdy and touristic as Positano or Amalfi.

Your organisation is perfect. Great job !

Excellent

June 2016 - We hesitate to even say good things about Villa Lorena as we don't want others to discover what we now know! It was absolutely excellent!!

Our kids feel in love with Praiano and all of it's charm.

We WILL go back!

Excellent

May 2016 - We found Villa Lorena to be a perfect villa.

The view is breathtaking, the rooms are large, the facilities are good and the location is perfect.

The adjoining village of Priaino is a nice size and has everthing that is needed.

Excellent

April 2016 - From the moment we arrived at the top of the stairs, greeted the friendly caretaker and her daughter and took in the breathtaking view - we knew this would be a wonderful place.

The accommodation was simple but comfortable. It contained everything we needed to prepare our own meals. Praiano has some lovely restaurants and the bus route is a very short walk for further exploring.

We spent a fabulous week eating al fresco and sipping the local wine whilst watching the sun set over the water and the township of Positano. We would not hesitate to return.

This property is an ideal one for families or any larger group. It was like a holiday beach shack to us that made it very easy to relax in and enjoy our time there.

Excellent

April 2016 - We had a wonderful time. Everything was as advertised. Miss Anna [the caretaker] was very nice and everything was perfect. This was a great central location to see the beautiful Amalfi Coast.

The people in the village were very helpful. It was easy to shop for groceries, get the bus, and enjoy great cappuccino. I miss it and want to go back!

I will rent from Summer in Italy again. I will continue to recommend their easy to use and customer service oriented site.

Excellent

April 2016 - Villa Lorena is in a wonderful location. The views are spectacular! There are views of the water and the towns of Praiano and Positano. We liked staying in Praiano as it is small, not too busy, and a short drive from the villa. After two weeks of travelling, we really enjoyed staying in one place, being able to make our own meals, and just relaxing.

The villa isn't fancy, but it is very comfortable. It has a good-sized living and dining room and a fairly well-equipped kitchen. One of the bathrooms is large with a tub-shower combination. The other bathroom is small with a shower that didn't work well and gets the bathroom all wet. The bedrooms are spaced apart down a long hallway, so they have privacy.

Good things: location, views, size, patio, price, washing machine, large clothesline, parking space off the road (extra charge).

Inconveniences: poor electrical system, shower in small bathroom, lots of steps from road to house (worth the privacy & view), no telephone.

I would recommend Villa Lorena. It is a great place to rest and relax and enjoy the Amalfi Coast! Just make sure that you know how to operate all the appliances and where the fuse box is located outside.

Excellent

April 2016 - Gorgeous flat with a wonderful view. Beautifully and tastefully decorated and very comfortable.

Only slight downside was that in late March it was quite chilly in the flat and no heating (imagine though that it must be nice and cool in the summer heat).

This is a gem of a property.

Excellent

November 2015 - We enjoyed our week at Villa Lorena enormously. It has the most sensational views possible from the terrace. Sunsets and moonlit evenings were magical.

A real tonic in November and well placed for visits to Amalfi, Pompeii, Cetara etc.

Your website is outstanding. We were very happy with your service and will recommend it to friends. I liked being able to read ratings and reviews before choosing a villa.

Excellent

October 2015 - Villa Lorena was absolutely beautiful and the views are stunning from the kitchen, living room and terrace.

We spent most of our time out on the terrace where there is a large table and many chairs. The kitchen has everything you would want for preparing and serving meals.

Praiano is a good base for exploring all of the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Vesuvius, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.

Every morning we really enjoyed walking down to Hotel Fiorio and having our cafe latte and croissant while we waited for the SITA bus. (There is no reason to drive up and down the Amalfi coast with the regular and economical bus and train service.)

The neighbors in the area were all very friendly and helpful, and put up with my pathetic attempts at Italian. The upstairs neighbors seemed to need to move heavy furniture each morning (at least that is what it sounded like!) but we didn't really mind all that much since we wanted to get up and explore the coastline anyway.

Villa Lorena was spacious, comfortable, attractively furnished and well-located. I recommend it as a wonderful place for anyone but especially a family with children. Just make sure that no one has a problem ascending and descending stairs! (This is the case in most of the Amalfi Coast towns, which are really not horizontal towns, they are vertical and carved into the side of the seaside cliffs. quite amazing!)

Excellent

October 2015 - We had the time of our lives. It was so close to so much and still was very peaceful and quiet.

I cannot really find amy problems with the house. The 75 steps are a bit of a challenge. The patio and terrace were outstanding. The view awesome.

We will come back some day.

Excellent

June 2015 - We really enjoyed our experience at Villa Lorena. This was a great way for a large group of friends to experience a beautiful section of Italy together in a very economical way.

We LOVED our gorgeous view of the sea, and often had a hard time leaving the terrace! The kitchen was very well equipped, and it was fun to shop for our groceries in Praiano and make simple meals at home together - but if you are looking for a great meal, try La Strada Ristorante.

If you are interested in taking a swim, we paid a fee at Hotel Tramonto D'Oro to use their lovely pool and deck area. Both of these places are a short walk from the Villa, on the main road heading into Praiano.

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June 2015 - Spectacular solitude with world class view. Villa Lorena is conveniently located between half a dozen destination villages.

Other than the 67 steps from the road, this was a treat; I would suspect this is the average hike to get to a cliffside home!

Maintenance and cleanliness were superb.

Excellent

May 2015 - Villa Lorena was even better than the picture on your website. It is a beautiful house and the views from the terrace were unforgettable. Ms Anna and her daughter were most helpful and made us feel most welcome. It was 100% satisfactory and we hope to return.

The interest SummerinItaly took in a prospective client was most encouraging. It was an excellent service - travel directions and information were first class.

Excellent

April 2015 - Villa Lorena is a very pleasant place to stay and a very convenient starting point to enjoy the the Amalfi coast. The view from the terrace is particularly delightful.

The kitchen equipment is above average

This place perfectly meets our requirements (family with 4 children)

Globally speaking, we rate Villa Lorena as above average with a very satisfactory price for quality.

Excellent

July 2008 - Villa Lorena is a lovely home set high on the cliffs overlooking the Gulf of Salerno. It's private, yet located close enough to the town that you do not feel isolated.

While watching the boats go back & forth from the focal point of the house -- the porch, you see the town of Positano to your right, and the beautiful village of Praiano (with it's gorgeous church), to your left.

We loved the villa, loved the view, loved being in Praiano. The people who live there were engaging and welcoming, and we just very much enjoyed all aspects of our stay.

It's a wonderful place set in the midst of the fairytale setting of the Amalfi Coast.

We were very impressed with the quality of service from Summer in Italy. The villa was just as depicted on the website, all the financial transactions were completed smoothly, and the informational packet provided was very helpful. We love Italy (and in fact were in Tuscany in April this year), and definitely will use Summer in Italy again when we return. Thanks so much!

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April 2008 - Villa Lorena is a spotlessly clean and lovely home with an incredible view.

The pictures on the website do not do it justice. We were very surprised by how large it is. There were five of us and we had plenty of space to spread out and relax.

The location of the villa is perfect. It is only about a ten minute walk from town and just a few feet from the Sita bus.

We are so happy that we chose Praiano as our home base. The town is lovely and personal and made us feel connected.

Mr. Luigi [the caretaker] is top notch (he speaks wonderful English) and we really enjoyed stopping into his hotel to say hi and have a drink.

Our advice for Summer in Italy is to keep doing what you are doing! We couldn't have been more satisfied. You were helpful, prompt with your responses, clear with your directions and advice and friendly in your manner. I have several friends inquiring about our trip and I will not hesitate to recommend you.

Thank you so much for your part in making our trip to Italy so memorable. When we return to visit another region, we will definitely do business again.

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March 2008 - We stayed at Villa Lorena at Easter 2008, and we really did enjoy our week there, we loved the villa and the location and views were truly amazing.

It was 66 steps up and down to the villa, which was fine, you very quickly get used to it. It is a very easy 10 minute walk into Praiano to the local bars and restaurants.

I loved your web site contained every thing you really need to know, your customer service was excellent, you even had a free phone number.

It was very easy to book our villa with you and will do so again, when we visit Tuscany.

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May 2005 - This place is paradise! I will definitely be going back.

My quads really got a workout on those steps to and from the house, but I got used to it pretty quickly. But if you or someone you're traveling with is not in decent (not great, just decent) shape (condition), you'd better pass on the gorgeous Villa Lorena.

We were there May 21-28, 2005. We bought a radio and left it there as a gift to the house and future visitors. Enjoy!

Thank you, Summer in Italy people. You are wonderful. We'll be back!