Amalfi Coast Apartment Rental
Baleno
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AboutTheExperience
Here is a charming Amalfi Coast apartment rental, ideal for friends traveling together or a couple seeking a romantic getaway. The views of Positano and the Mediterranean Sea below this Positano rental are unmatched. Light and airy inside, with a wonderful terrace outside for relaxing and dining, this Amalfi Coast vacation apartment is a good choice for those who enjoy an active lifestyle. And don't worry about grocery shopping until you're ready... this apartment comes stocked with provisions for a couple of meals, so all you have to do is arrive and relax!
LocationDescription
A 15 minute walk from this villa will take you down to the center of Positano; it is 10 minutes more to the main beach, "Spiaggia Grande." From the street level (104 steps downhill from the apartment), a short bus ride takes guests to the top of the village every 15 minutes, and from there busses leave to various towns. To the right of the main beach numerous ferries and hydrofoils leave daily between Positano and Capri (50 min), Naples (50 min), Amalfi (30 min), and Salerno (30 min). Within a few minutes walk there is a variety of shops, bars, internationally known boutiques, and various restaurants. Guests can use a payable car park 100 meters from street level (arrange at time of booking). Blue SITA busses cost about 1-2 euros, depending on destination. Stops are marked with a blue and white SITA sign. The small internal bus (orange mini-bus) of Positano is marked by a brown FERMATA sign. Driving times are: Ravello to Amalfi, 15 minutes; Amalfi to Positano, 30 minutes; Positano to Sorrento, 35 minutes.
Rome (airport): 267 km
Naples (airport): 60 km
ExteriorDescription
Built into the hillside, this Italian vacation rental has been recently restored to offer nicely fitted rooms, privacy, and views overlooking the hills of Positano and the Mediterranean seascape with the ancient square tower of Fornillo. From the one-way street leading down into the center of Positano, a staircase of 104 steps (uphill) takes you to the entrance to the apartment. The interior is airy and the furnishings are very comfortable.
InteriorDescription
Ground Floor: The entrance opens into a corridor, along which all rooms are situated. There is a fully equipped kitchen (with fridge, oven, and gas stove) with a dining area, and a sitting room with a double sofa bed (suitable for one). There is a double bedroom with an en suite tiled bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower. All rooms open onto a terraced balcony furnished with tables and chairs, ideal for eating outside. There is also another tiled bathroom with sink, toilet, and shower.
FeaturesDescription
Available Amenities: Dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, TV, stereo, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, central heating, and air conditioning.
Arrive & Relax: Stocked with enough food to get your group through Saturday night and Sunday, this property allows you to show up, drop your bags, and settle in without a hassle. No searching for a grocery store after that long flight, and no worrying about Sunday store closures. You can deal with the details later... after a meal and a good nights' sleep! Arrive & Relax provisions include:
Dinner: Tomato sauce, olive oil, and pasta
Breakfast: Fresh fruit, eggs, and corn flakes
Lunch: Olives, cheese, prosciutto, and bread
Beverages: Mineral water, orange juice, coke, milk, coffee, and wine (red and white)
Extras: Sugar, salt, butter, jam, Nutella, napkins, and toilet paper
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.
Maid service: upon request.
Parking: 18 euros per day, to be requested at time of booking.
Please Note: This Amalfi Coast vacation rental is accessed by 104 steps up from the internal road of Positano. Baleno is located about 60 steps uphill from Le Scogliere, another holiday rental.
Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
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Aug-28-2010 - Sep-25-2010
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Sep-25-2010 - Oct-23-2010
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Oct-23-2010 - Dec-18-2010
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Dec-18-2010 - Jan-08-2011
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Jan-08-2011 - Apr-16-2011
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Apr-16-2011 - Apr-30-2011
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| $1,659 |
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Apr-30-2011 - May-28-2011
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May-28-2011 - Jun-25-2011
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Jun-25-2011 - Sep-03-2011
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| $2,133 |
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Sep-03-2011 - Sep-24-2011
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Sep-24-2011 - Oct-22-2011
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Oct-22-2011 - Dec-17-2011
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Dec-17-2011 - Jan-07-2012
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For exact pricing and conditions, click the View Availability button and then click View Pricing and Conditions.
Arrival Times
Please note: Official Arrival Times:
Questions and Answers From Our Clients
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Q: What should we bring from home to make life easier at the Villa?
A: The villa has most of the things you will need, including cutlery and dishes. However, along with your usual travel items, you may want to bring bathroom tissue and soap. We ran out of these while on site at the property. If you are planning on washing your clothes, you may also want to bring some laundry detergent. Finally, if you drink coffee in the morning, the property does not have a coffee maker (percolator), so that is something you may want to take into consideration.
A: a cell phone, sunscreen, an extra pair of glasses (reading and sun-protection), a COMFORTABLE pair of shoes
Q: Has anyone arrived from Naples on the Ferry?
A: I did not arrive by ferry but I saw people get on and off the only thing is if they have a lot of bags they have to get them to Baleno and the steps are killers. I hope these people are young. Baleno is very nice we had a great time there.
A: Although we first arrived by a taxi van (prearraged car service), I would recommend taking the ferry from Naples (which we did on day trips to various places). The drive fron Naples to Positano is beautiful, but I became very car sick both ways and thought I would throw-up.
Q: 1. We are traveling late Sept. early Oct., what can we expect about the weather and the type of clothes to have for men and women?
A: The weather is warm during the day and it cools off at night. Light jacket or sweater during the evenings. We also encountered some heavy rain showers in the evening. So some rain gear or an umbrella would be handy. The rain refreshed the air and the lightning lit up the sky and the mountains. Very beautiful.
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Conditions *
Security Deposit
- Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable by cash or traveler's checks in euros. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 200 EUR
Additional Expenses
- Mandatory weekly cleaning fee of: 60 EUR
- If available, telephone is extra and charged according to consumption.
- If you arrive between 8:00 pm and 10:00 pm, the following amount will be deducted from the security deposit: 25 EUR
- If you arrive between 10:00 pm and 12:00 am (midnight), the following amount will be deducted from the security deposit: 50 EUR
Other Notes
- Extra maid service is usually available upon request and is paid locally
- If available, heating is allowed by Italian law only from November 1 to April 1 with exceptions made for extreme weather
- No arrivals accepted after 12:00 am (midnight).
- If available, cook service must be arranged at least two months prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook.
- CLIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO GIVE A PHOTOCOPY OF THEIR PASSPORT TO THE LOCAL MANAGER WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT THE PROPERTY.
* These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.
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Based on 43 Reviews
Customer Reviews
Overall:
Overall experience was good. The apartment is very cute and is well stocked. Would have liked to have been a little closer to Positano proper, but the area we were in, Fornillo, was quaint and just as picturesque.
Enjoyed Most:
The kitchen was great. Can't think of a single thing that is lacking. We could have cooked almost anything there although we did not get around to any cooking as we mostly ate out except for breakfast.
Unpleasant Surprises:
We did not care for the bed or the bathrooms. The bed and pillows do need to be replaced as they are very hard. Although it was nice to have two, the shower in the bathrooms was very small, and we are not large people. Lighting was also very bad in the bathroom off the bedroom.
Surrounding Area:
This is a nice, safe area. We had no complaints about the area.
Tips or Restaurants:
You should bring your own pillowcases, and pillows too if you have room.
Erin, October, 2009
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Overall:
Very good experience overall. Kitchen was well stocked when we arrived and the pictures on the web site were very representative. Positano is very picturesque and the atmosphere is very charming.
Enjoyed Most:
The location, the space, the well-stocked kitchen, the convenience of being able to cook your own meals. The view of the Mediterranean from the balcony is spectacular. The 104-step climb to the front door provided us with the opportunity to exercise every day which was an added bonus.
Unpleasant Surprises:
The neighbourhood barking dogs at all hours of the day and night. The property was far from the beach.
Surrounding Area:
The surrounding area did not feel "touristy". We actually felt like locals taking our daily walks down to the beach, going to the grocery store, butcher shop, fruit stand and just browsing the shops. It was quite enjoyable.
Tips or Restaurants:
If you intend to cook your own meals, a cookbook, measuring cup and spoons, spices and a whisk would be very useful.
We took a day trip to Capri and would highly recommend eating at "Da Gemma". We had the best pizza during our three-week stay in Italy.
Directions:
Not applicable as we had a driver pick us up at the Naples train station.
Check In Out:
Teresa met us when we arrived. She gave us a tour of the villa, provided instructions for all the appliances, recommended some restaurants, etc.
Marc, September, 2009
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Overall:
The most wonderful vacation in Europe my husband and daughter and I have ever had.
Enjoyed Most:
The beautiful scenery and breathtaking views. Hospitality of the property owner, and Antoinetta, the Rentvillas representative were incredible. Airlines lost our luggage and they ran to our immediate rescue and helped us retrieve our luggage, gave us extra wine, food, items, etc and even telephoned and spoke to the airline representatives in Italian for us!!
Unpleasant Surprises:
What's not to like? Everything was wonderful.
Surrounding Area:
The beach, hiking up and down the stairs got us really in shape while we were there. The markets were full of fresh veggies and fruits and the town people made us all feel welcome. The owner-manager of the little wine shop in town, Vino Rossi, was so accommodating and educational. Great wine at very inexpensive prices.
Nearby Events or Locales:
Not within walking distance at all. Not safe to walk as a pedestrian around the cliffs to get to other villages.
Tips or Restaurants:
Max Restaurant was absolutely tremendous. A wonderful meal, outstanding service, and a great wine list.
Bring good walking shoes and be prepared to carry your luggage up and down over a hundred flight of stairs one way!
Directions:
Had someone pick us up at Naples train station.
Rena, June, 2009
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