Owner was fantastico and the location next to Villa d’este was perfect!

Though we didn’t meet them, the host was very considerate and accommodating, guiding us to easy access on our arrival. They providied us with delicious fruit plentiful enough for breakfast both days of our stay. The location is secluded, down a sloping side street that is like something out of a storybook. The balcony overlooking the Villa D’Este is definitely a standout feature.

This didn’t trouble us, but some might find it a challenge to haul luggage up the slope after their stay. There might be car access somewhere near the apartment that we were not aware of, but in any case there is somewhat of an uphill climb either to or from the entry door.

The location was amazing and the secret grotto was very welcoming after a very hot walk. Aug 2026

No aircon that would have been nice but still would stay again it was beautiful and a beautiful area.

The hostess was delightful, really couldn't ask for more. The apartment was clean, well appointed and comfortable.

The main disappointment for us was the second bedroom could only be accessed by walking through the master bedroom. Not ideal when travelling with your mother in law who uses the bathroom several times during the night, and not listed anywhere in the description. I would not have booked here if I'd known, so I felt it was deceptive. The hostess was kind enough to pick us up from the car park in town, as cars were not allowed in the area without a resident permit. Unfortunately, the car park was a fifteen-twenty-minute walk up a very steep and uneven hill with no pavements. Again, not ideal when travelling with an older person. We eventually found a public parking area just 5 minutes walk from the house, with a much less steep hill. And it was free, whereas the one we were directed to cost around 20€ from 4:30 pm until 8 am. I dread to think how much it would have been if we had stayed there all day. Why couldn't the hostess direct us to the much more accessible, free parking? Does she have shares in the private parking? Finally, the town is pretty, but all attractions are a minimum of fifteen-minutes walk up a very steep hill.