Ghita  

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Set in the center of Amalfi, this accommodation overlooks the picturesque seaside resort town, including the Moorish bell tower and cathedral. This Amalfi Coast apartment is right in the center of town, in the middle of it all, but high enough up so that noise disturbances are diminished. From this Amalfi apartment you can take busses or water transportation to towns and islands all along the Amalfi Coast.

This apartment is located on the top floor of a building, and is accessed via a central stairwell of 110 steps. There is no elevator. The building, dating back to the XVII century, is roomy and comfortably furnished. Each room of the... apartment has views and access to a terrace. There is a large, central terrace that offers an ideal spot to relax and take in the views.

[100m2] Top Floor: The entrance of this top-floor apartment [after 110 steps] leads into a living/dining room furnished with a table for six, a sofa, and a TV. French doors lead onto the terrace. There is a fully equipped kitchen. A master bedroom with a 160 cm double bed has access to the terrace via French doors. The second and third rooms each have two single beds [in one room these beds can be combined upon request]. There are two bathrooms, one with sink, toilet, and shower, and the other with a sink, toilet, and bathtub. From the entrance, 20 steps lead up to a terraced patio furnished with barbecue, lounges, umbrellas, and a dining table for al fresco dining. The roof terrace is shared with the owner who occasionally lives in the studio apartment next to the roof terrace.

Set in the center of Amalfi, this property overlooks the picturesque seaside resort town, including its Moorish bell tower and cathedral. The flat is within easy walking distance of all essential services, including bars, shops, restaurants, banks, and the post office. An important trading center from the 9th to 13th centuries, Amalfi is surrounded by striking cliffs and coast. Among many shops and cafes you will enjoy the lovely architecture that surrounds you, including the Duomo in the center of town [with Asian influences] and the Cloister of Paradise, which takes a cue from Arabian styles. There is also a museum dedicated to the works of Morelli and a museum where you can view artifacts of Amalfi's long and interesting history. Of course, don't forget to spend some time on the beach! For local travel, approximately 130 steps from the apartment building lead up to the main road, and parking is available in a nearby garage [at an extra cost]. However, driving the roads on the Amalfi Coast can be intimidating... but there is more than one way to get around in this beautiful area! There is a good system of buses operating from the nearby Piazza Flavio Gioia that will take you to Ravello, Scala, Sorrento, Salerno, and Positano. The standard blue SITA busses are marked with a blue and white sign and cost about 1-2 euros depending on your destination. Ferries and hydrofoils also offer daily service between Amalfi and Capri [1.5 hours], Positano [20 min], Ischia [2.5 hours], and Salerno [1 hour]. The ferry service operates only during the summer.

Sorrento: 35 km

Salerno: 27 km

Positano: 22 km

Scala: 5 km

Ravello: 5 km

Available Amenities: TV [local channels], washing machine, dishwasher, 4 hours maid service at the end of each week, barbeque, terrace. Air conditioning and heating in each bedroom and in the living room.

Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.

* Cell phone: 15 Euros/week plus 30 or 50 Euro phone card. Request in advance.

* Parking: 16-18 Euros/day, on request

Nearby Attractions: Amalfi [Duomo, Cloister of Paridise, Morelli museum, archaeological museum, beach], Ravello, Scala, Sorrento, Salerno, Positano.

Please Note: There are at least 110 steps to get up to this apartment, and the entire Amalfi Coast consists of mountain villages plunging vertically into the sea. Of course we think it's all worth it... but don't say we didn't warn you!

Minimum Stay: 7

Check-In: 3:00pm - 8:00pm

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• Mary
  

  Mary's review of Ghita

  Left on 11/17/2012 for a stay in November 2012
  
  

  The weather did not cooperate while we were there in late October. However, the town of Amalfi is beautiful and the bus rides to neighboring towns offered stunning views.
  
  Views from every room.
  
  It was easy to catch buses to Ravello and Positano from the plaza. The town is compact and full of shops.

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• Tim
  

  Tim's review of Ghita

  Left on 08/04/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  It was fantastic. We absolutely loved Ghita.
  
  The deck was amazing. We spent a lot of time up there!
  
  The views were magnificent. Surprisingly, the views behind us of Ravello (the hills) was better than the view of the water.

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• RuthieBinLove
  Kansas City, Missouri

  What a Great Place to End Our Month in Italy!!!

  Left on 07/09/2012 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  We spent our last week of our month in Italy at this property with our adult children and found it lovely and delightful. The views were amazing. The terrace was a great surprise and used every time it wasn't raining.
  
  Enjoyed Most: The space for everyone to spread out and the beautiful views of the sea.
  
  Unpleasant Surprises: The number of keys that it took to get in and out of the property and my husband would say the number of steps (130), but there is an elevator...which takes a key, too! And, we forgot that to get anywhere, you needed to go by boat or bus and if there is anyone in your party that gets motion sickness, this may prove a problem. The boats won't run in rough seas, so the day may be glorious, but that doesn't mean the boats are running... and I trust they know that choppy seas means unhappy travelers, so I trust them!
  
  Surrounding area: Amalfi was lovely as was the entire coast area.
  
  Nearby Events or Locales: This property was in amalfi and Positano was a 30 minute bus ride away. Capri is 45 minutes by boat. Sorrento about 1 hour by bus and boat. If the boats aren't running, it is necessary to go by bus or taxi.
  
  Tips or Restaurants: We loved several restaurants. Donna Stella Pizzeria got our business a couple of times. La Taverna degli apostoli was wonderful. As was the pizzeria/ristorante at the very end of the main road towards the mountain...Il Murino. Amazing seafood!
  
  The kitchen was well stocked with good cooking utensils, including knives. There were plenty of dishes and there is a dishwasher, too.
  
  Directions: There would be no way to find this property except to meet the agent at the bus stop and walk up. It is a restricted driving zone... and who wants to drive the amalfi Coast anyway? We were running late (again) this time because of missed flights and lost luggage, but Daniella was incredibly kind (and gloriously beautiful!) and met us much later than the original agreed upon time. Everyone was truly helpful.

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  Would you recommend this vacation rental to a friend? Yes

  Recommended for: Friends, Families w children

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• Ruth
  

  Ruth's review of Ghita

  Left on 06/09/2012 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  We spent our last week of our month in Italy at this property with our adult children and found it lovely and delightful. The views were amazing. The terrace was a great surprise and used every time it wasn't raining.
  
  The space for everyone to spread out and the beautiful views of the sea.
  
  Amalfi was lovely as was the entire coast area.

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• Terrence
  

  Terrence's review of Ghita

  Left on 10/22/2011 for a stay in October 2011
  
  

  The Amalfi coast is breathtaking and the villa is in the middle of the old town. It could not be more centrally located.
  
  The location in the center of the old town and the wonderfull nights spent drinking wine on the roof terrace.
  
  The steps. It took a few days for my 91 year old father to get up and down more than once per day. He did get good at it.
  
  We rented a 21-foot boat and toured the coast from the water. It was beyond description. The local dining was wonderful.

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• Linda
  

  Linda's review of Ghita

  Left on 10/08/2011 for a stay in September 2011
  
  

  We had the greatest time! Ghita has the best location. It has easy access to Positano, Ravello, and Capri. Just hop a boat, bus or taxi. All was so easy. Great food all around. Do not worry about the electric charges. We only paid 42 Euros for 2 weeks. At first the stairs are a little much but by the end of the 2 weeks they were a cake walk. Helps burn off all the pasta!
  
  Location, view, and hearing the church bells.
  
  There are dogs on the 3rd floor that bark when people come ang go. There were sheets slipcovering the couches. The beaches are small and have pebbles, not sand. Hard on the feet but the water is so beautiful.

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• D J
  

  D J's review of Ghita

  Left on 07/06/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  Very good.
  
  The view and rooftop deck and enjoying wine at the end of the day.
  
  Steps - but it's AMALFI, after all.
  
  Aah... La Costiera Amalfitana.

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• Maureen
  

  Maureen's review of Ghita

  Left on 05/31/2009 for a stay in May 2009
  
  

  It was excellent. The property was beautiful and the experience was great - from all of Barbara's help at RentVillas prior to our departure to the great service by the property manager. Everyone went out of their way to make sure our vacation went smoothly - THANKS!
  
  The view and the patio.
  
  Most beautiful place I have ever visited.

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• Doug
  

  Doug's review of Ghita

  Left on 07/31/2007 for a stay in July 2007
  
  

  Fantastic view, excellent location, very well kept.
  
  Great location. Beautiful view of the Mediterranean and mountains. Very clean and spacious.
  
  The stairs!
  
  The sea and surrounding ports. Easy water taxi trip to Positano, Capri, the grottos.

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• Sue
  

  Sue's review of Ghita

  Left on 04/30/2006 for a stay in April 2006
  
  

  Steps. Not good for elderly unless they are informed of the stairs.
  
  Everything. Center of Amalfi.

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• Michael
  

  Michael's review of Ghita

  Left on 10/31/2005 for a stay in October 2005
  
  

  It is very open and spacious. Very clean and the roof garden is wonderful.
  
  The steps, of course. Not very good for older adults carrying luggage, in particular. It would be good for you to warn people who might be coming with heavy luggage and to offer the possibility of some local kids to help with carrying to and from the apartment. The yapping dog next door is a pest.
  
  A delightful and beautiful place to be and we would certainly recommend the area and the apartment. We were very lucky with the weather. Wouldn't want to be there when the rains come. However, the food that the local restaurants serve up for dinner is mediocre at best and certainly not cheap. The best food we had when we ate out was in Positano at the same price. We eventually tended to find somewhere for a decent lunch and bought food to prepare in the apartment for dinner.

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• Rhonda
  

  Rhonda's review of Ghita

  Left on 09/30/2005 for a stay in September 2005
  
  

  It was located in the middle of town yet far enough up so the noise below wasn't heard. Convenient location. Terraces off the rooms were great to have and the additional terrace upstairs was nice.
  
  The stairs were very tiresome after a few trips. The entrance to the building was dirty and moldy. Did not like carrying our luggage through the center and up 140 stairs. Let people know that a porter can be arrange to carry their baggage...we did this on the way out and were thrilled.
  
  The coast is beautiful. Loved Ravello. Liked the access to the boats that go to Positano, Capri, etc. Limoncello was yummy.

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