Reviews of Casa Lucilla

The terrace was huge and had a great view!

October 2019 - We enjoyed our stay at Casa Lucilla! The terrace was huge and had a great view!

We did some laundry in the washing machine which was nice as we were in our second week in Italy. The bed is rather hard, but that is true for most places we stayed. There are very steep steps (like all of Positano). You will be in great shape after your stay for sure!

I would definitely stay there again!!

We were met on arrival to locate the apartment and be shown around. 😊

We highly recommend Summer In Italy! Luca is super helpful while you are there and before you get there. He also gave us contact info for a driver (who was super nice and spoke English).

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Relaxing sunsets in Positano

August 2019 - The place was very large and the veranda was massive! We enjoyed relaxing on the veranda and watching the sun set. The air conditioning worked very well too!

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Nice place, found free parking

July 2019 - Nice place. The host was great and very helpful. It’s a bit of a tough walk to get to the beach because of the steps but unless you’re on the water all of Positano is like that.

Very nice balcony with beautiful view. The space in the inside was tight but we did have the pull out couch open the whole time. It is close to free parking on the side of the mountain and because of that we saved hundreds of euros.

Above all, we enjoyed the view and the terrace

July 2019 - We traveled from Chicago, USA. It was 3 of us (parents and 15 year old daughter).

Above all, we enjoyed the view and the terrace. Incredible place to have coffee, a couple drinks, play games, or just look at the sea, town, and coast. Very large and comfortable space.

The location was also special. Really a local and unique feel to the area. Felt really part of the town. Fun to walk to the local restaurants and even down to the main town and beaches.

Overall, it was a fun and unique experience and the rental was clean and comfortable. Would recommend to others.

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Spectacular views

July 2019 - The house is very good, accommodating a family of 4 or 5 people without problems. Full kitchen to enjoy Italian delights with spectacular views!

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Very good

July 2019 - We had a lovely time.

Nunzia [the caretaker] was very kind and welcoming, she helped us with everything and offered great suggestions.

We enjoyed our stay, everything was well organized.

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Stunning views

June 2019 - Stunning views from this house. The balcony is a great feature.

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I immediately fell in love with Casa Lucilla

May 2019 - I literally got home from my stay at Casa Lucilla a few hours ago!

I immediately fell in love with Casa Lucilla. The location was excellent. As much as there are many steps to get to Spiaggia Grande from the villa, this did not deter me from going every day. It made having all the pasta, wine and gelato guilt-free, knowing the steps would take care of any over indulgence on my part!

Being here was a dream come true to celebrate, 6 months early, my 50th birthday. It was a treat spending time on the terrace, sipping wine and looking out to a jaw dropping view of the coast and seeing Praiano from there was spectacular. I did a lot of cooking in the villa. The bed was very comfy! When I had a sore back after staying at a BandB near the airport in Rome on the way home, I wished I was still in Casa Lucilla!

I truly appreciated the warm welcome of Nunzia, the caretaker of the villa. She was very kind and helpful throughout the course of my stay, often reaching out to me, inquiring if there was anything I needed. An excellent stay!!

I am so very thankful to you all. From the moment I booked and then the wonderful newsletters I would get as the months went by, it seemed, slowly, the time came. I couldn't believe it and daily upon waking up in Casa Lucilla I would laugh out loud. Thank you so much for your help Summer In Italy!

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Very good

September 2018 - Casa Lucilla had everything we needed and the view was incredible!

The view is STUNNING! So peaceful and relaxing

September 2018 - The view is STUNNING! So peaceful and relaxing. The stairs to the apartment were a bit scary especially if you are carrying a suitcase!

Overall we had a magnificent time and missing that incredible view.

Everything was great.

Thanks so much for all the help and the excellent communication, very helpful. Felt totally welcomed with updates and newsletters. Would certainly book through Summer In Italy again and recommend to others.

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Views were incredible

September 2018 - The terrace and view were amazing!

Little restaurant across the street was so convenient and food was pretty good. It ended up our go to often due to the location. Just be prepared for stairs to the apartment.

Summer In Italy was great. Very accommodating and helpful and responsive. I would definitely use them again for future bookings.

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Wonderful view from morning till night!

August 2018 - Casa Lucilla is a good place to stay. Wonderful view from morning till night!

The location of the apartment is very close to the city center and to the beach. Rooms are spacious and air-conditioned, nothing to add on the rest.

It was an excellent stay.

I recommend 100%!

July 2018 - A great stay in an idyllic setting. Close to amenities and transport, warm welcome from Nunzia [the caretaker]. We made very beautiful and happy memories. I recommend 100%!

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The terrace has a wonderful view of the sea

June 2018 - The apartment was ok, the terrace has a wonderful view of the sea. The big bedroom and the main bathroom were adequate and clean.

The property manager was very nice and helpful.

Summer In Italy provided great service from booking to responding to questions and issues. I’m very pleased with your service. Booking was easy, and you were very friendly and ready to help. It was nice to have your help in communicating with the owner with issues as we don’t speak Italian. I would use your service again. Grazie!

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We enjoyed our stay here very much

May 2018 - Casa Lucilla had incredible views of Positano and the sea, with beautiful French doors out to the huge terrace from the living room and master bedroom. We enjoyed our stay here very much. Lots of stairs up to the flat, but that is typical in Positano.

The property manager helped arrange car transfer out to Sorrento when we left. Thank you for a nice place to stay.

We loved it and plan to come back

September 2017 - We loved it and plan to come back. The apartment was just right for us. It was very clean, bright and well kept. The little kitchen was so well outfitted. The bedroom was very comfortable. The remote control air conditioning was wonderful and appreciated. The terrace is the highlight. Simply spectacular, private, with incredible views. We practically lived on it.

We found Summer In Italy to be a great service. Very responsive and attentive. We would use you again.

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The view was incredible

July 2016 - I absolutely loved my 2 weeks at Casa Lucilla! I was overwhelmed at first carrying my luggage up all steps but we quickly found alternative steps that were much easier. The view was incredible. The apartment is a bit of a hike to the main town/beach but we liked this.

After a day of exploring the Amalfi Coast or enjoying the local beach, once we got home we generally relaxed on the amazing balcony enjoying the view and picked up tomatoes/cheese/meats/wine from the local market which was very easy. The kitchen was well equipped.

Summer In Italy was also helpful in providing information to find drivers as well. All great!

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Average

September 2015 - It was ok.

Great service from Summer In Italy, keep it up.

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Excellent

August 2015 - Casa Lucilla is a wonderful apartment, very cozy and spacious. The view is amazing. It was perfect for a holiday with friends.

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Fantastic

August 2015 - Epic views! Could easily bring a few people there and have a great time. Overall loved the stay and the property! Thanks!

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Very good

June 2015 - The location and peace and quiet is very nice, and the terrace is great. This was the third time we have stayed there. The furnishings are basically average - not so special - but the location is great.

The website and communication work very well.

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Excellent

June 2015 - Casa Lucilla was great. The place is such great value, paid more for places in Australia that don't have this character, views and, other than the climbing stairs (to be expected), was a wonderful place to stay.

We laughed after spending a cooler than expected evening under the sheets only to discover on phoning that there were heaps of blankets, more pillows and doonas under the main bed! One place we didn't even consider. All the fun of traveling.

Our stay was just to relax, no jumping on ferries or touring around the coast. We all found the place extremely relaxing and it was funny watching from the balcony the local traffic. We ate out most nights but the facilities are great if you want to eat in with local supermarket and fruit/veg. within close walking other than the stairs. We found three levels of walking up and down to suit. The casual up/down, the straight up/down or the by-the-church which wasn't as many steps up/down. Take your choice. We easily walked to town centre all downhill! And local bus easy to navigate.

Would love to return one day. I would book the same place again!

Easy to book and easy website to use. Thank you for your help and assistance.

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Excellent

July 2014 - Thoroughly enjoyed our weeks holiday at Casa Lucilla.

Loved the fact you could walk straight onto terrace from living room and bedrooms and once on the terrace, wow, what a view. Very traditional rooms with plenty of storage and everything you need.

We hope to stay in the lovely Casa Lucilla again.

First saw Positano on programme in Britain called This Morning. Famous chef Phil Vickery was cooking a Risotto for the Mayor of Positano. It looked such a beautiful place I went online to have a look and Summer In Italy came up. I have to say you are the best travel company I have ever booked with and will definitely book with you again.

You are such a lovely team of people, very professional and accommodating and nothing too much trouble. I have no advice other than to say keep doing what you are doing, you all do a great job.

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Fantastic

May 2014 - Casa Lucilla was a lovely place to stay on the Amalfi Coast.

The place itself is very well kept and the view from the terrace was spectacular. It is on the outskirts of Positano or at least it seemed like it so if you’re looking for something right in the middle of the city center, this place isn't for you. For us, it worked.

The son of the owner was helpful and extremely handsome. :) Thank you!

The Summer In Italy staff that I met via email was TERRIFIC! They responded quickly and addressed every question I had.

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Very good

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September 2013 - This is a simply wonderful property, furnished like a local home rather than a bland rental property. Casa Lucilla has everything you need - an enormous terrace, a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, comfy beds, a good shower and a good TV.

Some reviews complained about a noise from pipes, but my wife and I never heard this.

In all a wonderful place to stay - very highly recommended.

Thank you Summer In Italy. In the current age of anonymous corporations and terrible customer service, your staff were very pleasant and helpful and made the whole experience straightforward. Special thanks to Melanie.

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Fantastic

August 2013 - We loved our stay at Casa Lucilla. what a beautiful view!

It is far away enough from the town center to be free of the tourist buzz and noise, but close enough to town to be able to walk down or catch the local Interno bus from the corner at Chiesa Nuova very close to the casa.

Restaurant C'era una volta is also a great restaurant straight down the 1st set of stairs on the right of the house.

Will definitely recommend it for a tranquil spot just out of town.

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Can improve

June 2013 - We did enjoy our stay but I think it was a little more basic than expected.

Huge deck a big plus.

One bathroom we were told not to use the shower and as it had things stored in there and no toilet seat that was not at all usable The drains were very slow to drain so need work to prevent the smell. [Please note: Casa Lucilla is advertised as having only one bathroom. The second bathroom is not functional and is used by the owners as storage room. We have recommended the owners lock this door and put a "private" sign on it, in order to avoid unnecessary disappointment by guests who would be confused by finding two bathrooms and not being able to use one. If you do book this villa please be warned!]

The main bedroom was extremely noisy at night due to some kind of noise that I think comes from pipes or something that happens every 15 minutes or so. During the day very quiet.

I think some more basics should be provided to the unit, eg. toilet paper and tea towel for kitchen, and cleaning products and cloths etc. especially.

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Fantastic

April 2013 - If you don't mind walking up and down many steps, this is a beautiful quiet little villa with a great view.

The location is very convenient actually, and being close to the "center" of Positano at Bar Internazionale is a good place to be. We have stayed there twice now and enjoy the quiet neighborhood and beautiful vistas.

Excellent

September 2012 - Loved Casa Lucilla and the location. Will return.

Excellent

July 2012 - Nice view of sea. Located just above a main street below. Market, restaurants, fruit stands, butcher, bus stops all within short walking distance. Equipped with a/c.

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Excellent

June 2012 - We had a great time staying at Casa Lucilla. It is in a quiet area, with outstanding views and very nice location if you don't mind walking around and up and down stairs. We especially enjoyed the terrace with view of the sea, and being close to a very good trattoria (C'era una Volta, very close).

We had a great time and have absolutely no complaints. The communications were very well done.

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Excellent

May 2012 - Casa Lucilla is an amazing apartment with spectacular views. We spend a significant amount of time enjoying the views from the balcony. I would recommend it to anyone, however would advise less mobile people that there is a considerable walk to the beach which includes ambulating many steps.

The booking process was seamless and so was the arrival/departure. Thanks for contributing to a great stay in Positano.

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Excellent

October 2011 - We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Lucilla, we loved the fact all of the rooms opened out on to the terrace.

Very good web site and very helpful staff, the concierge arrangements worked well.

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Excellent

September 2011 - Lovely place with great view and right in the middle of living the real life of a resident.

Excellent

July 2011 - The property was as described. The view was stunning and the local shops and buses were close by, also as described. My only concern was the noise caused by the water heater located in the main bedroom, i.e. every ten minutes the unit would turn on and this is a concern for light sleepers. The second bedroom is extremely compact. The property was clean and tidy.

We did enjoy our stay.

I came across Summer in Italy on the Internet when searching for apartments. I would use the service again.

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Excellent

May 2011 - We loved the location which was perfect very quiet and easy to get to the shops, bars and restaurants. The apartment was basic but with plenty of cupboard space and was very clean. The terrace would have been so much better with some plants.

Everything Summer In Italy said and did was very professional. Thank you very much.

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Excellent

September 2010 - A nice little villa perched above the hustle and bustle of the city and right across from the hiking trail. A nice place to stay.

The place was great and we appreciate all the work you did to help us get to the villa. Thank you!

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Excellent

July 2010 - We enjoyed very much staying at Casa Lucilla.

The only small inconvenient is the stairs to get there. Not convenient for older persons or young children.

Clean and adequately equipped.

Excellent

April 2009 - We certainly enjoyed our stay at Casa Lucilla and loved being in Positano.

The home was very clean. It was nice having doors to the terrace from both bedrooms and the living room.

We didn't mind the steps to the beach, we made the trip every day and twice one day. No need for a treadmill or stairmaster. Certainly helped to work off the gelato, wine, cheese and the terrific desserts from La Zagara.

Everything went smoothly. You offer a wide selection of rentals so everyone should find something. We were very happy.

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Excellent

November 2008 - We enjoyed Casa Lucilla. It was spacious enough and it was good to have a decent sized terrace. There were a few things which could improve it. I think there should be a small table at least on one side of the bed in the main bedroom. I also think there should be a bedside light. The same applies to the smaller bedroom - there should be a small bedside table and a bedside light.

We were not able to use the shower in the smaller bathroom and the lavatory seat was broken. I think that both of these should have been sorted for guests.

In addition, there was an ironing board but no iron.

On the whole, Casa Lucilla is pleasant to stay in. However, as it is quite expensive (we know that accommodation in Positano is expensive), the points made above should be addressed.

Found you by chance when checking out self-catering accommodation in Positano, and reviews from your previous guests are encouraging, though maybe you don't print the negative ones?!

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Excellent

October 2008 - Loved the views from the terrace, the apartment was very clean and the manager very friendly.

Quiet location and would recommend.

Would use your service again, lots of very useful information provided, and excellent directions to reach the apartment.

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Excellent

July 2008 - The magnificent view down over the bay is the most impressive feature. The balcony is large and faces south, the accommodation is functional and fine.

We liked the local community, at the top of Positano, well served by the small buses which take the pain of the hill away.

A good base for travelling along the Amalfi coast - the SITA buses running between Amalfi and Sorrento stop nearby.

A pleasure to deal with you - many thanks

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Excellent

June 2008 - Wonderful: modern, well kept, clean and very well equipped & furnished.

Thanks for a great holiday!

Your service has been excellent and I will definitely use you again for future holidays.

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Excellent

October 2007 - We enjoyed Casa Lucilla very much and found it to be exactly as described and portrayed by the photos on your web site.

The property manager was extremely helpful and kind.

The view was wonderful. I would definitely stay here again and will absolutely use Summer in Italy for any future visits to Italy.

Excellent

July 2007 - Casa Lucilla was a dream. We had the most wonderful week of our holiday here.

We found the apartment immaculately clean and well prepared for us. The terrace and view were very well utilised.

All facilities for us to self cater were more than perfect.

Excellent

June 2007 - We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

It was perfect for a family of four.

Summer in Italy was easy to work with.

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August 2006 - My three friends and I absolutely enjoyed our stay at Casa Lucilla.

We felt at home, relaxed by the views and were comfortable with the living arrangements and amenities. There was enough room for the 4 of us!

Great customer service! Well done and thank you. If I ever visit Italy again I will be sure to use Summer In Italy.

Excellent

July 2006 - We stayed here on our honeymoon and it was better than we could have ever expected!

We loved the location and the villa was beautiful. We also liked that it was away from the crowd and seemed more like we were immersed in the local culture.

There are numerous stores to purchase food, produce and local wines in walking distance. The Bar Internazionale is a great place any time of day to sit and watch the local activities.

We would recommend this villa to anyone visiting Positano.

Everything was great! I have already passed all the "Summer in Italy" info on to a friend who is going next fall and would highly recommend your company!!

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Excellent

July 2006 - Enjoy! Very very much. Wonderful week my wife and I had.

Luisa [the owner] was most helpful and explained how things worked very well.

Loved the town, the ocean the beach, the restaurants, the shops, loved it all.

Casa Lucilla was clean and every thing worked. Power tripped a couple of times but was an easy fix.

Bed was great and the terrace was a perfect spot to start the day with a coffee and to end in the evening with a night cap.

I was first attracted to your web site. I found it easy to use and you had excellent photos of your properties. The booking went very smooth and you kept use informed every step of the way. I will certainly recommend you to friends or family and I look forward to our next trip to Italy and letting Summer in Italy help in making it a Holiday to remember.

Excellent

June 2006 - We loved it -- having stayed right in town at Casa Stella in 2005 we really enjoyed the peace and quiet at Casa Lucilla in the busier month of June. It was a delight to wake up in the morning and go our onto the very large terrace for breakfast.

The apartment is ideally situated for the the descent into town or for the bus stop to explore the coast.

The terrace would have been excellent if there had been some plants and possibly more shade (we had a very hot week).

You were great -- that's twice now! We'll be in touch next year to book our third stay!

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June 2006 - We were at casa lucilla for 3 weeks and loved it!

The pictures are very accurate. It is a distance from the town center, and many many steps to get anywhere you are wanting to go, but that is just part of the beauty of staying in Positano.

The porch is amazing, and the neighbors are very friendly. Casa Lucilla also quite possibly has the nicest shower in all of Italy.

Overall, the ideal place to stay, just make sure you get in shape before going!

Excellent

May 2006 - We enjoyed the stay in Positano very much. Casa Lucilla is located just as described, the size and condition of apartment was just as we expected and we found the location to be quiet yet within easy reach of all the ammeneties.

In fact when we arrived we were very pleased about the accuracy of the description and in fact the balcony and view were better than expected.

We are very happy with Summer in Italy and would deffinately use you again and recomend you to others.