Reviews of Villa Meridiana

Excellent

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Excellent

July 2011 - Our family of 7 loved our stay at the Villa Meridiana. The views were spectacular, the hospitality of the staff extremely gracious, and the peace and quiet unbeatable.

We slept well every night in the air conditioned bedrooms, and the staff recommended and shuttled us to fantastic restaurants. Some nights we cooked in the older but charming kitchen and ate out on the veranda with a centerpiece of fresh flowers from the garden.

We felt safe and well cared for with daily maid service and never encountered any unfriendliness from the locals.

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Excellent

July 2011 - We loved Villa Meridiana. Located just close enough to town to walk.

Excellent

October 2010 - The views were fabulous and the grounds were beautiful.

The bedrooms were very comfortable and the balconies were awesome!

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Excellent

October 2010 - We LOVED our stay at Villa Meridiana!

Initially, we were a little worried about the 95 steps down to it, but it sounds a lot harder than it actually was (unless you have knee problems).

We were two couples, so we had tons of space, and the 4 bathrooms were a real extravagance, but helpful with everyone trying to get ready at the same time! Each of the upstairs bedrooms had its own private balcony, which was really nice every morning to throw open the shutters and see that gorgeous view. Only the upstairs bedrooms are air-conditioned, which we used a few nights. We were there in early October, so the weather was perfect... warm during the day and usually cool at night. We thought that it was possible to walk down to the beach/town from the back of the villa ...it isn't. To get to town you must go back up the 95 steps, turn right (a destra!) and walk to town (15 min walk).

There is a beach in the center of Amalfi, also harbor, taxi stand, ferries... shops and town are to the left, harbor to the right. To get to a cute, more out of the way beach: go up the 95 steps and turn Left(a sinistra!). After a short walk, you'll see Degli Artisti Beach. Go down 450 steps! We brought wine & fruit & cheese and kept worrying about going back UP 450 steps! We lucked out, as we found some construction guys working down there -- we saw them leave through a cave! We followed and they let us take the 2 elevators to the top!! (It came out in some hotel on the main road there...)

Helpful advice for those considering staying here:

Bring laundry detergent,liquid fabric softener and a clothes line... the front-load washer is in the kitchen, one cycle takes 2-3 hours, there is no dryer (common in Italy). We did a few little loads, and hung our laundry on a clothesline we brought, on our balcony.

Bring some insect repellent... we sat on the veranda overlooking the sea almost every night, and although the bugs were not too bad, there were mosquitoes.

Bring an alarm clock! We did not bring one, thinking each bedroom would have one, but they didn't.

The owner of the villa might consider adding an American coffee maker. Although we had wonderful cappucinos every morning at (the included) breakfast at the hotel across the road, a cup of coffee as we were getting ready every morning would have been wonderful. Also, a cutting board and sharp knife would be useful. A supply of matches, since the cook-top is gas, would also be helpful.

Hair-dryers were provided in each bathroom, but they were old/European... affixed to the wall and difficult to use. I would bring my own, along with a current-converter and plug adapter.

The affiliation with the hotel across the road was wonderful. We had all the benefits of staying at a hotel: daily maid service, tours to area attractions (ask early in the week for the schedule!), and breakfast... yet the peace and quiet and space provided by the villa. Simona and Franco were so helpful and pleasant, we really enjoyed speaking with them.

The included daily breakfast (at the hotel) was great. The daily buffet included your choice of coffee or cappuccino and: yogurt, fresh fruit, fresh croissants or pastry, baked pears dusted with cinnamon & sugar, cheese, salami, bruschetta, tomato & mozzarella salad, toast, jams, cereal, milk and juice. It was a great way to start the day.

Loved the service that Summer In Italy provided... we never would have found a villa like this on our own. All questions and concerns were answered promptly, and the villa was just as described. When we go back to Italy, we will use Summer In Italy again for sure!

Thank You! Your service was wonderful.

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Excellent

July 2010 - Beautiful location, we had 4 adults and 4 children and the villa was perfect.

We walked to village of Amalfi almost everyday, did several day trips all which can be organized by front desk of managing hotel.

The kitchen was adequate but could have used a few more utensils (sharp knives for example)...

I would highly recommend this villa for vacation rental.

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Excellent

May 2010 - Our family group of 8 adults loved Villa Meridiana. We stayed for a week and wished it was for a month!

The views are spectacular, the villa met all our needs (except we had to 'rotate' due to the fourth bedroom not having ocean views) and the cleaning service was exceptional. We loved the villa, it had a lovely feeling to it and the tiles are amazing. We even loved the cute seahorse wall lights!

We received fantastic service by Giorgio and Simona at the nearby hotel. We often stopped in for a quick drink before descending the 90+ steps to the villa!

We loved Villa Meridiana and have told many of our friends about its location and have showed photos. Plus the villa is in a great location.

I have done a little travel within Australia and overseas - the service and assistance plus correct advice from Summer In Italy has been the best I have received. Emails were responded to promptly and all questions answered appropriately, and kindly. The first email I received encouraged me to continue using your company. I found your details when searching online for accommodation for our holiday and I am SO GLAD that I found your website. We have recommended you to our friends and I have put up a sign at work. Summer In Italy will be our first contact should we be able to return in the future.

Thank you so much for everything - your assistance made sure that this was a fantastic week for our family of eight! We loved our holiday in Amalfi.

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October 2009 - Our group found the Villa Meridiana a lovely and restful place to stay. We had 10 people and we did not feel cramped at all.

We used the fireplace as we were there in mid October, but we also loved the terraces on the warmer days.

The daily maid service was an extra bonus that none of us expected. The staff at the adjacent hotel were most helpful.

The service we received from Summer in Italy was always prompt and pleasant. I would not hesitate to use them again. Everyone in our group had a wonderful time, and would love to return to the Villa Meridiana in the future.

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July 2007 - We very much enjoyed Villa Meridiana! We stayed there for two weeks and it was perfect for what we needed.

Since we were a larger group, we wanted to be together, make some wonderful meals and spend time with breath-taking views. We wanted to sleep in and have our own schedule. Hotels don't give you the same feeling and Villa Meridiana was perfect.

Being off the main street 90 steps below the noise made you feel like you had your own private oasis. Both the lower level porch and top bedroom views were amazing.

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Excellent

June 2006 - We had one of the best vacations ever. My family loved it. The location, the lemon groves, the beautiful flowers made Villa Meridiana very impressive.

The 90+ steps to the street were a long climb, but I had expected them. It was good exercise!

My two young grandchildren enjoyed exploring the house and the grounds. They particularly liked the family of chickens that lived nearby.

My wife Donna and I love Amalfi. My Nonna was born nearby and my Nonno was born in Avellino near Napoli, so I felt like I had come home. By blood, I am proud to be Italiano.

Excellent

May 2006 - We rented Villa Meridiana and Villa Moresca in order to accommodate our group size and had a lovely week.

The only negative is the warning to watch out for those 92 steps – going up is a killer. The positives are that the villas are lovely, the bedrooms and baths are comfortable, the views are to die for and the porch where we ate and drank each day was conducive to relaxation.

I got up early and made the coffee and watched the cruise ships and five-masted sailers come in to Amalfi every day.

Although the roads here are narrow and harrowing to drive, it is worth it because of the beauty that abounds.

The best things about our stay was the staff that manages the villas. Senorina Luisa, Simone and Senor Franco were delightful and always ready to assist, whether making dinner suggestions/reservations, helping with our poor Italian, our carting luggage up the 92 steps – they were great!

Excellent

April 2006 - Villa Meridiana is in a fantastic location with great views of the sea. We loved being so close to Amalfi yet at the same time having the tranquility of the endless terraces of lemon trees falling away down to the sea.

The staff at the nearby hotel were also very helpful in assisting us with local trips and having a daily cleaner was also wonderful.

We have no hesitation in recommending this villa.

The whole booking process was very simple. Your web site is clear, comprehensive and accurate. If only all web based sites were as good.

Excellent

October 2005 - Villa Meridiana is a treasure. Our party of 6 was very comfortable and the view from the terraces exceeded our expectations!

Coffee in the morning and unwinding in the evening from these terraces while watching the boats sail by and the lights of nearby Amalfi was the best relaxation imaginable.

Beds were excellent and baths very clean. Kitchen was adequately equipped (though a good knife would have been nice!); living room/dining room very basic.

The service from the hotel across the street was first-rate. They went out of their way to accommodate us.

A great experience and a wonderful villa!

Dealing with you has been a wonderful experience. Thanks for your expertise and quick reponse. We loved our stay in Amalfi!

Excellent

May 2005 - We enjoyed it immensely.

The location and views and the amount of space in the villa are excellent.

The staff was very very responsive.

Excellent

April 2005 - Our entire family was very comfortable and so impressed with the villa. It couldn't have suited us any better. We loved the garden and lemon trees. We watched the fishing boats from the terrace in the early morning and walked or drove to Amalfi village daily and had a geat time.

The location was perfect and yet quiet and secluded. We were able to ferry to Capri and short trips to Positano and other neighboring villages made time spent in the car minimal.

The weather even cooperated and the days were sunny and warm.

Shopping was fantastic and the food incredible.

We had small snacks at the villa and found the kitchen well stocked with everything we needed.

The maid service was such a nice bonus and the hotel staff was most helpful. It was good to have English speaking advice and answers to questions so available to us.

We are already planning another trip and so are members of the extended family! We were so impressed with everything from the complete arrangements prior to arrival -- to the beautiful villa itself -- the wonderful staff to help at the hotel and best of all the beautiful Italian seaside and village we experienced.

All that we did was beyond our dreams and our memories will be with us forever. Our photos capture the views but the memories of the people, places and FOOD will be in our hearts forever! I am so grateful to have found you -- our trip was the Best because of you and the Villa Meridiana!!

Excellent

November 2004 - Our experience of the Villa Meridiana was exceptional: we loved its historical significance, being of Saracen origins, as well as its modern-day manifestation.

Private, quiet, immaculate; three easy flights of steps through a virtual garden of Eden to the main road, bus stop and hotel. Only a 15 minute walk along the coastal road takes you into town where you can find everything you could possibly need or want.

Surrounded by lemon groves, tangerine and orange trees, framed by magenta bouganvilla, every view from this property is marvelous: white-washed archways and floor-to-ceiling doorways opening to the sea. Rooms are spacious, CLEAN and well supplied. We could fall asleep in the glow of the moon and awaken each morning with the warm sun on our faces.

There are very private and extensive balconies that afford views in 300 degrees: mountains and sea, castles and convents, Amalfi, Conca and the distant shores of Salerno, Paestum and beyond.

The location is tranquil and private. We were there in November and saw no other visitors on the property along this communal hillside. There is a glorious series of stairs descending to a stone dock at sea level, where you can see local fisherman on the water, sun yourself and during the season, take a boat to the Amalfi harbor.

The kitchen is nicely stocked (even had olive oil, fresh garlic and condiments) and is large enough for family and friends to cook together, with dining tables there, in the living room and outside (WOW). The stove worked well, 'frig was normal size. A wonderful space opening to the outside patio and porch with a grill.

The heating system worked beautifully when we needed it. Lots of hot water for the showers; but alas, no bath tubs for those of us who wanted to soak. Good washing machine with laundry soap; bring your liquid fabric softener.

It is important to know that this property is affiliated with a nearby hotel, which is directly across the road from the entrance to the villa. The hotel ownership and staff are totally committed to your comfort and want to provide a totally positive experience. They are guardian angels sent by Summer In Italy: invisible, available, kind and caring.

The villa is only a five minute walk to an extraordinary fish market where watermen from Salerno sell their daily catch of octopus, squid, cuttlefish, langostino and shrimp (SO sweet), snapper, anchovie...you get the idea! They speak good english and will fillet your fish if you ask! You can also purchase jars of products to take home.

After traveling from Milan to Florence, through Tuscany to Rome, we decided that being in Amalfi is all you really need if you are looking for a fully Italian experience; this area has it all. Day trips to Paestum, Cilento and Pompeii, Naples and Rome are easy. We didn't have a car and didn't miss it for a moment. You have to be pretty patient with the bus system, and learn to ask very exact questions, not only what time the next bus might be, but exactly WHERE to catch it! And purchase your train tickets IN ADVANCE at the stations or on-line; buying tickets after Friday for the weekend can be IMPOSSIBLE.

"Summer In Italy" is a marvelous organization of travel experts, with virtually instant availability. Your web-site is oustanding; your advice is thoughtful and consistently reliable. From my initial contact, through the rental agreement and confirmation process, you provided comprehensive information and thorough directions.

You did not leave one stone unturned or one question unanswered. There were no surprises, no additional expenses. And, our contacts at the villa, the hotel staff and grounds keepers, were above and beyond our expectations. We felt very much at home and never "alone" in the event that we needed help or had any questions.

Excellent

November 2004 - We loved Villa Meridiana! It was very homey, spacious, and yet private. The fireplace made it extra special.

The views from every area of the villa was spectacular. The walk down to the sea was incredible (although we did take a couple breaks).

It was very clean and the service was excellent! Anything we called for was taken care of immediately.

We will surely be back!

Excellent

June 2004 - We all had a beautiful visit. I would definitely return to Villa Meridiana.

Summer in Italy was very helpful and we have no complaints at all. The info you provided was perfect. We would definitely be in touch with you for our next trip!

Excellent

March 2004 - The villa is a great taste of what the Amalfi coast has to offer. We enjoyed the close walking distance to Amalfi. Also the villa has a beautiful garden and easy access to the sea. We also appreciated the added bonus of its connection with the Hotel. Most of all we appreciated the full maid service that was included in staying there.

Overall it was a great vacation property.

The service was great and we hope to book again with you.

Excellent

March 2004 - Villa Meridiana was simply wonderful in every respect!

To Summer In Italy: the best compliment I can pay - I will be a return customer.