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CalabriaReviews of Casa Amaranto
Self catering villa in Meta di Sorrento, Sorrento Coast, Italy
Catherine D.
Nancy
France
VERIFIED
Perfect location
July 2017 - Casa Amaranto is a very nice house in a perfect location.
We received a very warm welcome from Maria [the owner] who went through the essential tourist information with us and advised us against using our car.
Bravo Summer In Italy!!! Fast and precise answers. They really looked after us.
Travel tips
- Make sure you read up about routes and sites near by, for example there was no mention of the nearest service station.
- Really nice beaches around.
- We went to Pompeii and avoided the crowds (plan plenty of time for your visit as there is a lot to see).
- Our day trips to Capri and Naples were very interesting.
- Excellent welcome at Restaurant Da Antonietta where meals were very cheap.
Henrietta K.
Zalaegerszeg
Hungary
VERIFIED
Friendly unique atmosphere
August 2016 - Casa Amaranto was great, it has a friendly, unique atmosphere. I would recommend it for 4 adult.
We had a wonderful vacation in Italy. It was one of my best holiday in my life. The weather at beginning of August is excellent, sunshine every day, no rain, perfect for swimming and sightseeing also.
Travel tips
- If you stay at Casa Amaranto, you definitely need to rent a motorbike in Sorrento.
- The train station is about 10 minutes on foot from Casa Amaranto. You can move in the area by motorbike and easily explore the beautiful places like Positano, Amalfi, Mount Vesuvius... Of course Capri can be visited only by boat!
Kath J.
Oxford
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Excellent
November 2014 - Casa Amaranto is a nice, clean spacious summer house.
The owner was very very helpful, she allowed our family to arrive later than expected and supported us with local information and help.
We visited in October so it was a little on the cool side, but the owner helped us with heaters and we had a lovely stay. We really liked it and imagine in the summer months it's a great location for relaxing in evenings.
Local restaurants (recommended) were very good too. Parking was especially helpful for us.
Travel tips
- We loved Capri, Amalfi, Pompeii and Vesuvius - wE had a rental car, but it was not necessary - trains and buses were much better and only slightly slower than driving.
Jane D.
Hindhead
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Fantastic
August 2013 - We had an amazing time at Casa Amaranto. Maria is a wonderful and generous host. The house is authentically Italian; set in a lovely little town which, although bustling, is not thronged with tourists and tacky tourist shops/resorts.
If you want to experience real Italy, Casa Amaranto is a great place to be. Set in the gardens of the main house, it has two lovely sized bedrooms equipped with excellent air conditioning - good enough to cope with the high 30s temperatures when we visited. The kitchen and bathroom, though basic and simple, are perfectly adequate, with plenty of hot water for showers. The beds are comfortable and big with clean bed linen and towels provided three times a week. The garden is largely shady but this provided welcome cover from the fierce sun - and there is a small sunny terrace with table and chairs if required.
We travelled with our three children ranging from 7 - 17 and there was plenty to do in the surrounding area for all of us.
We would definitely recommend Casa Amaranto for anyone who wants to stay somewhere away from the normal tourist trap of Sorrento itself.
Really excellent experience dealing with you. Everything went without a hitch and the instructions we received were perfect. Thank you so much - we shall use you again when we want to spend more time in your beautiful country. Thank you.
Travel tips
- Although having a car was handy (but our 3 series BMW was a little too big in reality, a small car would have been easier) we found the Circumvesuviana train line really useful to get around. It's busy and hot but cheap and regular, perfect for visiting Pompeii. It even runs up to Naples so you can get away without having a car at all if you wish.
Igor B.
Brzozow
Poland
VERIFIED
Excellent
August 2013 - Only when you leave do you realise how extraordinary Casa Amaranto is and how much you are going to miss it. Great people, delicious food and exceptional atmosphere of the town's architecture makes it unforgettable and outstanding
We always choose summer holiday very carefully and we give to it a lot of thought. What you offer meets our expectations as far as geography, food and locals' attitude towards tourists is concerned.
Travel tips
- All I can advise is to enjoy as much as possible and don't waste any minute. The hosts are always at guests' service ready to help and guide. They take care of everything.
- For dinner Tico - Tico restaurant by the beach is worth recommending.
- For groceries it's better to go to the one of Sorrento supermarkets. For fresh fruit and vegetables local shop is enough.
David B.
Ashbourne
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Very good
July 2013 - Casa Amaranto is a very nice villa with lots of space. Very comfortable and well equipped.
We particularly liked the airy nature with large windows protected by insect mesh. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was also appreciated.
The position in Meta is ideal for the train station, which is only 15 minutes walk away. We did experience some noise (in particular local football games running into the early morning) but we live in a very small village in the heart of the Peak District which is very quiet.
The outside was a little disappointing with only a small area that was not very private and that did not receive the sun from mid afternoon.
The owner Maria was very friendly and helpful.
Travel tips
- The villa is great for the train - it is not absolutely necessary to have a car for visits to Pompeii, Vesuvius, Herculaneum etc. However the villa does have good parking, although a small car is recommended for the drive.
- Meta also has some very good, reasonably priced restaurants and stores.
William B.
Nevada City, California
United States
VERIFIED
Fantastic
April 2013 - We enjoyed our stay at Casa Amaranto. It was one of our most enjoyable stays on our 3 week trip to Italy.
Casa Amaranto is an easy place to access side trips to Sorrento, Amalfi, Pompeii, Capri and Naples.
We decided to book with you because of the pictures of the house and the location of the house.
Travel tips
- Enjoy the solitude. Research the train travel options prior to arrival.
Elke H.
Derby
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Very good
July 2012 - We loved Casa Amaranto, it was cool and quiet, serene because of the old garden and goldfish pond right outside the window.
The owners were very friendly and helpful.
We would definitely come again.
Travel tips
- It is entirely possible to use Casa Amaranto as a base for exploring the region without needing a car as the Circumvesuviana train station is only minutes walk away.
Joanne M.
London
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Good
July 2012 - Great base and owner lovely and helpful.
I would definitely use Summer in Italy again! Great service, easy to book and really helpful!! Great job!
Barbara W.
Matlock
United Kingdom
VERIFIED
Excellent
April 2012 - We enjoyed our holiday - week in late April. Simple but comfortable villa and owner made us very welcome.
Recommend for family groups
Travel tips
- Although website recommends car hire we used public transport without problems - station is only about 10 min walk. Cheap and fairly frequent although the trains can get very crowded.
- The pavements in Meta are narrow and in some places non existent. Probably not suitable for very young families or those with restricted mobility.
- Handy for Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri
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