Reviews of Villa Prisca A

Fantastic

July 2014 - Overall we really enjoyed our stay at Villa Prisca A.

Pros include: the fabulous view, the quiet surroundings, the lack of tourists, the authentic Italian village feeling in the Bomerano area, the friendly Italian locals, the gelaterie, the shop with the great deli and the friendly, helpful owners of Villa Prisca A. Also the proximity to the Walk of the Gods, a spectacular 4 hour cliff top walk from Agerola to Positano, makes the property a great spot for hikers. Cons were: the very erratic hot water system which could go ice cold mid shower and mainly, the distance from the coast. Sightseeing or swimming anywhere along the coast involved a 12 min walk to the bus stop, a 40 min bus ride down to Amalfi and then travel from there to Capri, Positano, etc.

We had a hire car but driving down that hair raising road was too terrifying a concept for our designated drivers and parking along the coast was impossible anyway. I loved the bus ride with all the narrow, steep hairpins and the great views but my husband didn't enjoy it at all. The bus timetable has to be factored into every excursion. For example a tour starting at 9 in Amalfi involves a very early start and a very crowded standing room only bus.

The communication and booking process with Summer In Italy was great and I have no hesitation in recommending them.

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Excellent

November 2013 - Misty Mountains and french doors that open onto a long length balcony with sensational sea views from this generous sized and well appointed villa. Marcello and Maria [the owners] have decorated Villa Prisca A in good taste and together with their warm welcome, and generosity together with the friendliness of the local people makes for a very pleasant stay.

Nearby hiking trails and bus that takes you into Amalfi for connecting buses to towns along the coastal strip.

Highly recommended.

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Excellent

October 2012 - We very much enjoyed our week at Villa Prisca A. Maria and Marcello [the owners] were very friendly and welcoming and the accommodation surpassed our expectations.

The location may not suit everyone - being high up and a fair distance from the actual coast - but it was perfect for us. We hardly used our car all week, preferring to walk into Agerola to do any shopping and to catch a bus to Amalfi. Most of all, the view from every room is stunning!

We were very impressed by your organisation. Your notes on booking holiday accommodation in Italy are clear, well-written and very amusing in places. If anything, you could be a little more positive. Villa Prisca A is certainly much better equipped than we expected from reading your notes!

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Excellent

June 2012 - Staying at Villa Prisca has to rate as one of the best holidays of my life. We felt instantly relaxed upon arrival - the house was spotless and surprisingly large and the terrace has the most wonderful views.

Its location is spot on - it's high above the tourist spots of Positano (which we hated) and Amalfi - and it's all the better for being a distance away. The closest town which we walked to most days had the most incredible array of produce - five butchers, countless delis, a fab bakery, pasta store, amazing fruit and veg, You can even buy locally-made butter and milk. We ate in most nights due to this bounty - and the kitchen was a delight to cook in.

The beaches are a bit of a drive - but we found that by avoiding the main coast road and walking to beaches by taking roads off the main road down to the coast road we managed to avoid most of the hideous drives - the coast road is pretty hectic and full on with tons of tourist buses. I would recommend going to the Furore fjiord beach - which you can access via the signs to Furore Inn resort - it's a pretty decent walk but beautiful. And Conca dei Marini is also beautiful - busier but not horribly so.

The owners were lovely too. And the price was pretty amazing as well.

All in all a perfect villa, a perfect location and a perfect holiday.

Excellent

May 2012 - We have spent one week here, in May, 2012. This villa is a charm; one can see the sea and the sky above it right from one's bed! Situated high on the top of the mountain, it has magnificent views from all the rooms and the terraces around it. Every night you can also see the fireworks from Conca dei Marini.

The property is very quiet and the rooms are spacious and clean; the kitchen awaits for you to prepare a picnic using local fresh ingredients like vegetables grown under real sun, smoked delicious cheeses with olives and the pure wine generously offered by your kind hosts.

There are buses nearby; however, if you can drive a standard and have good reflexes, we highly recommend it (parking on the property is included).

From Furore you can take day-trips in all directions (Napoli, Capri, Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Paestum etc.) and save your time and… your feet.

Excellent

June 2011 - We enjoyed the week at Villa Prisca A very much. The view from the terrace was great. It was very quiet and the garden and flowers where beautiful.

This was the first time we rented a apartment and it was very nice. It's nice to unpack once for a week. We think Summer in Italy did a good job with all the things we need. Thank you.

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Excellent

April 2011 - Villa Prisca A was great!! We had a marvellous time.

The owners are really nice and helpful.

The apartment is perfect and was perfectly clean.

Everything was perfect!

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Excellent

November 2010 - Beautiful place, good price, excellent views!

Excellent

October 2010 - Beautiful views over the Amalfi coast, off the beaten track you have to be prepared to hire a car and drive it.

Excellent

October 2010 - Quiet place and wonderful hosts! The views are incredible!

You guys are just great....and deserve a raise!!!! Keep up he good work!

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Excellent

June 2010 - For the price, Villa Prisca is amazing! Thank you for a wonderful holiday! Really was memorable.

Thank you for your prompt service. Couldn't have asked for anything more.

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Excellent

May 2010 - Villa Prisca was absolutely beautiful, with very warm and accommodating owners and caretakers, Maria and Marcello, who were just fantastic.

I cannot find anything to say that is bad about my 7 day stay at the Villa Prisca A: the view, the villa, the cleanliness of the villa everything about the holiday, my dealings with Summer in Italy especially, everything was just fantastic. Thank you Luca and staff, your service has been the greatest, second to none.

Excellent

March 2010 - We're totally satisfied by our holidays in Villa Prisca A. The view from the window is spectacular.

It's warm even in April and so quiet that you can easily fall asleep right in the cosy sun lounge on the terrace. It's not a joke :)

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Excellent

November 2009 - if you want quiet and lovely, this is it! Also the owners are exceptional in seeing that your needs are met.

We would highly recommend this place, it was perfect for us.

We travel to Italy once a year and have always been well taken care of by the tremendous people who work for Summer in Italy! A big thank you for the lengths you all go to for us to have everything right at our finger tips, even down to notifying us of road work so we could detour (ahead of time). Great people, Great company!

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Excellent

September 2009 - Villa Prisca is perfect for a short trip to Amalfi coast.

Excellent

May 2009 - A lovely stay! Pleasant and quiet, beautiful setting high above the Amalfi Coast.

Owner was very welcoming and helpful.

Apartment was immaculate, and private gated parking was nice.

Easy access to bus stop within one mile of house.