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Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
La Spezia, Liguria
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Castello San Giorgio
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • La Spezia (QLP-Sarzana-Luni)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf.

GENERAL FEATURES:
Cod. CITRA 011015-LT-0671
La casa di Nino & Lia is a cozy flat at ground floor, dedicated and arranged to make your stay in these unforgettable places. The apartment consists of two bedroooms, one with a king size bed and the other with two single beds; one living room with a very romantic and old fashioned fireplace, kitchen with brand new furniture annexed to the dining room; a lounge with an amazing view on the gulf of La Spezia. No cars allowed nearby, so no horn will disturb you after a great but also tiring day visiting the beatiful Ligurian landscape.

HOW TO REACH
Are you traveling by car? The apartment is located in Marola, a charming suburb of La Spezia, just 5 minutes drive from the town center. You can park your car in the dedicated area, then 5 minutes walk through the narrow roads of a typical Italian coastal village, and you're there!

Are you reaching by train? Then just outside the railway station of La Spezia Centrale look for the bus stop where P (Portovenere) or 11 Bus Line is stopping at. One ticket costs 1. 50 euros if you buy it at a "Tabacchino" or at the ATM at the bus stop itself. Ask the conductor to advise when the bus reach MAROLA. Once there, you're only a hundred steps from the apartment, a great way to keep yourself in good shape for the seaside! :)

WHAT TO DO

If you're here to write a book, the apartment it's very cozy and quiet, so you can have the peace to get a Nobel prize. But hey, I guess you're into long walking in touch with nature, since you choose to spend your free days next one of the most beautiful seasides in Italy. From La casa di Nino & Lia you can easily reach Portovenere (10 minutes by bus, even less by car), but also the railway station for an amazing tour to the five villages of Cinque Terre. I totally recommend a quickie to La Spezia downtown though, there's a lot of early 1900 buildings to see, if you're into architecture and stuff. Also Lerici, at the other side of the Gulf, it's very beautiful, definitely worth a visit, especially if you are more a sand beaches fan.



Property manager

Pino
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT011015C2YQXN7EY6

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Spezia

Located in La Spezia, this holiday home is by the sea. La Spezia Cruise Terminal and Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area and Lerici Beach. Naval Museum and Happy Land bowling are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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La Spezia, Liguria

What's nearby

  • Piazza Garibaldi - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • La Spezia Ferry Dock - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Castello San Giorgio - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • La Spezia Centrale Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dai Pescatori - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Lisi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Enoteca Alice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Il Settimo Cielo - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your unique stay next to Cinque Terre, Portovenere and the Poets' gulf. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Gulf of La Spezia and within 3 miles (5 km) of Church of Nostra Signora della Neve and Il Faro. Piazza Garibaldi and Amadeo Lia Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Cinque Terre Stay!!
Pino was in fact a super host! He did everything and more for us - from the minute we arrived he went above and beyond for us, doing everything possible to make our stay in Marola amazing - picking us up from the station and even accompanying us to the shopping centre. We truly felt like we were living in the town for the 5 days we were there. The bus stop is just a short walk away and the house itself was perfect - clean, comfortable, cozy. The community was also super welcoming and friendly, and I truly don’t think the reviews of this place can do it enough justice. We 100% recommend this accomodation. Lots of love, Antonia, Pia & Sophie
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was great place to stay while travelling up and down the coast
Great

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly memorable stat
This property is in the pretty village of Marola on the Gulf of Poets just a short bus ride from La spezia and Portovenere. A truly lovely and traditional apartment with a patio overlooking the gulf . Our host Pino was a lovely gentleman who was so kind - he picked us up from station took us shopping and took us back to the station. This is a great place to stay and is highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

FABIENNE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Juillet 2024
Pinoo est un hôte très serviable à l'écoute, il nous a très bien renseigné sur ce qu'il fallait visiter, merci et Porto Venere a ne pas manquer Magnifique....
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

mirjam r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Pino is a sweetheart
The host is so sweet, he took good care of me and showed me everything. The flat is nice and the view from the balcony wonderful. It's a bit tricky to get around on foot, it's better to have a car or take the bus, coz there are mainly big streets with no walking option if you want to go to another part of the city or to the ocean. But Pino offered to drive me to where I want to go. And there is a small way up the hill and it's beautiful to walk there. La Spezia is quite pretty with its small and narrow streets.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alain C., Dax

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour parfait
Nous avons été très bien accueillis dans la charmante maison de Pino. Il a tout fait pour rendre notre séjour le plus agréable possible, en nous donnant de très bons conseils et en étant disponible tout en restant discret. La maison est très confortable avec une excellente literie et tout le nécessaire pour passer un bon séjour. Le quartier est très pittoresque, à l'écart de l'agitation de la ville, et tous les sites touristiques sont accessibles facilement en voiture ou en transports en commun (bus et train). Nous reviendrons avec plaisir !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
This is a great place to stay...very clean and quiet and close to trains etc. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Achim A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Wohnung
Die Wohnung ist sehr sauber und ordentlich. Der Vermieter ist sehr freundlich und für alle Fragen offen.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will recommend to friends without a doubt!
The property rental has two components. First, the property itself is quaint with a beautiful, relaxing deck to enjoy an ocean view. The neighborhood is very cute as well. Second, the host, Pino, exceeded any and all expectations. I’d travel back just with the hope to see him again. He helped us out with plans every day, drove us to local spots, and always brought laughter/fun. La Spezia, the neighboring towns and the property are well worth visiting and Pino does his best to guarantee you’ll leave feeling the same way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celine et Sebastien N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bon point de depart pour nos diverses excursions
Tout s est passé de façon très fluide: logement conforme à la description, propre et fonctionnel. Situé dans une ruelle piétonne (donc acces non adapté pour les personnes à mobilité reduite), permettant l accès aux Cinque terre vers le nord (en train depuis La Spezia), ou par exemple Lerici vers le sud. Bons conseils de la part de Pino, très réactif. Merci!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
We stayed here as a base to get to Cinque Terre. The apartment has a lovely back patio overlooking the navy yard and harbor. We were happy to find out the there was a washing machine! Pino, the host was the best part! He picked us up at the train station and took us back when we were leaving. He loves his city and his enthusiasm is contagious! The apartment is close to bus stops. Restaurants are limited in the neighborhood but it is truly a neighborhood feel with narrow streets and winding staircases. We will stay longer and take Pino’s advice to visit Portovenere on our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marola
sehr schöner Urlaub in cinque Terre. Pino - sehr zuvorkommend und nett, toller Gastgeber! Die Terrasse war genial mit spitze Ausblick.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Unterkunft, Super Gastgeber, freundlich, hilfsbereit, einfach Klasse!!
Wir verbrachten 14 Nächte in dieser Unterkunft, die wirklich sauber und gepflegt ist. Unser Gastgeber holte uns vom Bahnhof spontan ab und gab uns Tipps für unseren Aufenthalt. Sehr gute Lage, in unmittelbarer Nähe zu den wichtigen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Pino ist wirklich hilfreich und super nett. wir können jedem empfehlen herzukommen. Pino vielen Lieben Dank für alles, wir kommen bald wieder Lg. Sandra
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sabrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bien
Bon logement en général correspondant à la description. La porte d'entrée est difficile à ouvrir de l'intérieur. Hôte très disponible via whastapp. Merci Pino
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Carmela I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Per amanti di pace e passeggiate
Tutto bene panorama splendido gente cortese

10/10 Excellent

Dominique G., canton de Neuchâtel en Suisse

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique découverte des Cinque Terre
Simplicité, efficacité, générosité et grande gentillesse !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Montréal, Québec, Canada

Propriétaires très agréables et coopératifs
Un bémol, dans la chambre à lits simples, celui près de la porte a cédé. Il faudrait le réparer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

For authentic Italy, look no further
Pino was a delight; so animated and Italian! He was very friendly and could cut through the language barrier with his enthusiasm and body language. We even ran into him at the Supermarket and he gave us tips on what to eat. He was very accommodating and a lot of fun. The house, was clean and tidy. A great place to base yourself to visit Cinque Terre without paying the high prices of staying closer. Kitchen was small but very functional. Would stay again just to meet Pino again - he was a delight!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Amazing hosts, great location, and a beautiful apartment.
Pino met us when we arrived and was a very friendly, charming host. He gave us great recommendations that we accepted and were very happy about. The apartment is so charming and cute, and in a very pleasant neighborhood just outside of the main area of La Spezia. If you are wanting to go to Portovenere, it's a short drive, and also very close to the La Spezia train station which you can take to Cinque Terre. We highly recommend Pino's apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Santiago, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfectly clean. Spotless. Good communication even we don't speak Italian and Pino does not speak English. Only think to complain about is internet. It did not work 90% of the time. Overall experience very good ! Be aware parking is an issue. Not only in this place but in all Italy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

ETCHEGARAY C.

Tout simplement parfait.
Appartement propre et fonctionnel. Propriétaire charmant et disponible. Nous avons était reçu presque comme si nous étions de la famille. Je recommande vivement.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful local Italy experience
We enjoyed getting a feel for the Italian living experience, where we stayed in an apartment among locals. Pino, our host, was great. He was extremely kind and helpful. A wonderful, quaint stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzy R., Nampa, Idaho

What a fabulous place!!!
What a wonderful surprise!!!! The owner picked us up at the train station-drove us to the market so we could pick up groceries! Even with a language barrier we were able to get our points across.... we walked into town &explored the town.... took the train into Cinque Terre... experienced local shops & their incredible delicacies!!! & to top it off experienced Porto Vernere..... OMG!!!! What a gem.... right on the water.... quaint-fabulous restaurants & a great vibe!!!! We will definitely be back!!! The house does not have wifi-but, truly we didn’t miss it..... the tv was lacking but-we didn’t come to this region of the workd to watch tv!!! We cooked dinner at the house & all the fresh flavors were awesome!!! The bd was plenty comfy! If I would have one recommendation it would be to have screens on the windows.... but, nobody has them.... there were even fresh cut roses placed on the table outside in the backyard for us!!! Coffee maker & laundry were super easy to use...
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Silvia F.

Saubere Wohnung schöner Blick auf den Hafen. Pino ist sehr freundlich Preisleistung stimmt Silvia
Saubere Wohnung schöner Blick auf den Hafen . Preisleistung stimmt . Sehr zu empfehlen Pino ist sehr freundlich . Silvia und Alex
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

anissa m.

Un propriétaire au top
Un appartement de rêve à proximité des Cinque Terre paradisiaques... Pino est un ange de propriétaire! L'appartement était si propre que l'on pouvait manger parterre, Pino est d'excellents conseils et veille au bien être de ses locataires! Je recommande très vivement la location chez Pino! Ce fut un réel plaisir de dîner sur la terrasse avec sa belle vue sur la rade de Marola... Pino sei grande!

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