If you will stay at this property, prepare yourself for an adrenalin drive,it's very uphill and the road is not very good. But the view to the surrounding hills is amazing. We liked very friendly owner and his family, dinner was awesome, air-conditioning working, very small tv, no fridge in room-that would be bonus.. Pool was working,bar too. It was great. Wifi superb!

For me, to much sweets for breakfast--I'm more in a meat person (ham or so) , but the owner prepared us fried eggs--very good. Room could have mini fridge or something to keep drinks cold,but it was no problem,we talked to owner and he coled it for us.

Such a friendly and hospitable welcome, this is a small family run place with fabulous views and AMAZING food. Cannot recommend this place enough.

The view was nice and we could watch a thunderstorm with lightnings over Cinque Terre. Our room was big und we could park our car just next to the appartment. The pool was a little cold and you had to hide in the water from the mosquitos, but it was nice after a long drive. Dinner was nice, but, oh wonder, only the guests were dining there (wonder if others usually get to this remote location). Breakfast was also ok also, noting spectacular though.

We really had some troubles finding the hotel. Only google maps worked in the end, maps me didn't. It was down the mountain again and the way up was only for skilled drivers. But this was an adventure that we will remember.

Breakfast perfect and plentiful

Bad way Lack of cleanliness

Where do we start? Everything. The road leading to the houses is pretty steep but part of the charm. 3 houses, each one with its own colour, including a great swimmingpool and a restaurant. All with breathtaking views. A bar opens in the afternoon at the Pool for cool drinks and in the evening the restaurant serves dinner of high quality. Try the delicious degustation menu. All of this is made possible by the family who build it and runs it. They are very lovely. Keep an eye out for Ricardo who will pop up everywhere in every function to help you in any way. It was great, thanks!

Sweet desert, no fresh fruit. Cheese or Meat. But! The sweet cakes and bread that was served was excellent!

Food was excellent. Great & calm location. People are very nice.

Clean, spacious family room in a lovely natural environment, full of fresh air, and panoramic view on the mountainous area over La Spezia. There was a relaxing quietness as a contrast to the noise of the nearby 5 Terre (which are overrated if you are used to the beaches in Greece...) and the children loved the swimming pool! The host family was most welcoming and accommodating and I cannot say enough good things about the local dishes they prepare with their own farm grown produce. Dinner and breakfast were delicious! Be very careful as you drive up and down the narrow road of the mountain to the farm. Thankfully there is no traffic. We had a wonderful time and we recommend it!

The host family, food, location, and facilities were great.

We loved the story of this place, built around amazing family - two brothers and their families are running this place. They have two lovely dogs 🦮. They are all super friendly if you want to catch a conversation, ask for guidance or help. The best of all was the restaurant experience and the food that was just pure enjoyment. We stayed for two nights and ordered 'The menu' that was different each time. Make a reservation for the dinner in advance so the chef will be prepared 🍽️ And do not miss the vine aswell. I prefer white to red though. Fresh ingredients are used and I love the fact fresh spices were picked from the garden at the restaurant to bring additional amazing flavour to the food prepared. Also breakfast was very good: fresh croissants, biscuits, freshly baked bread, eggs, great coffee. Tons to pick from. The room was very nice, clean and comfortable. There are clean white towels available to use. We loved the pool and the aperols we ordered at the pool. The prices are very reasonable. We had a great time and are thankful for family's hospitality. And not to forget the views.... Wow

The first impression after a really bumpy and crazy road was not that good. There are three main houses each on one terrace, connected with stiff paved road. If you have a long car, bike extension at the back of your car or if your car is rather low, park on the first park spot beside the first building. The gardens around the buildings are not preserved if that is important to you. Do not trust the first impression, enjoy the place and definetely stay for the dinner!

Amazing location on top of a hill. Yes, to get their, specifically the last 250m is a bit of road, but no problem. The most friendly and helpful staff you can wish for. What was the best is that they produce their own food from vegetables, meat (beef, pig, chicken and rabbit) and olive oil. And with that gray food they make the best menu ever!

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The quiet, natural environment, the panoramic views over the surrounding hills, the swimming pool, the tasty dinner (every day a different selection of dishes on the menu).

The directions/signs to the property on the steep and narrow mountain road could have been clearer. The shower next to the pool was turned off most of the time. A staircase for a direct connection between the hotel and the swimming pool would have been more convenient.

We had an amazing stay at I Gelsi e i Castagni. It was a great base for trips to the Cinque Terre, Lucca, Pisa and La Spezia. After our day-trips going back to I Gelsi e i Castagni felt like coming home with its refreshing swimming pool, delicious food and, most importantly, the welcoming family running the agriturismo. We will definitely come back here when we visit Liguria again in the future.