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Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor Space
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Offering an idyllic getaway with glorious views of both the Gulf of Poets and the lush, Ligurian countryside is Villa Melinda. This renovated country farmhouse sits in an elevated position on an olive grove-dotted hillside, close to the famous Cinque Terre and just outside the town of La Spezia. Pathways near the villa make for long, peaceful walks through the hills.
Villa Melinda’s original features have been lovingly restored, creating a romantic, almost fairytale-like feel. Beautifully brought back to life are the wood beams, stone walls and brick archways that make this villa such a warm and restful place to stay. Just as magical is the rambling outside space that offers panoramic views of the sea and surrounding countryside.
The living room is a cosy place to relax and spend quality time with family and friends. Comfortable sofas sit alongside antique pieces of furniture and a flat screen television. There’s more antique charm in the form of the wood table and seats in the dining room, which also features a staircase to the first floor. The country-style kitchen is equipped with every amenity you could need and offers picturesque views over the terrace.
On the first floor is a double bedroom and one with two single beds. Both are peaceful and offer stunning sea views. The lovely family bathroom features a spacious shower for waking you up first thing in the morning or unwinding before bed. The remaining two double bedrooms are found on the second floor. They also have sea views and an en-suite bathroom each.
The most charming area outside is the terrace with a partially-covered area for enjoying al fresco meals. By the large dining table is a stone banquette area that’s perfect for pre-dinner drinks. Set within the immaculate lawns is a large, private swimming pool that’s surrounded by sun loungers. Found throughout are peaceful spots for appreciating the complete seclusion and the intoxicating scent from the garden’s beautiful plants and flowers.
Villa Melinda is ideally located for visiting the Cinque Terre, a string of five coastal villages that are full of authentic, fishing-community atmosphere. They are immediately recognisable by the pastel-coloured houses that nestle on rugged hillsides and cliff edges. The closest village, Riomaggiore, is a 30-minute drive away.
The port town of La Spezia is even closer, with its train station being 10 minutes away by car. Here you can catch services that take you to all of the Cinque Terre villages. Spend some time in the town to explore its historical attractions and lovely waterfront area.
Features:
The Villa
Ground Floor
- Living room with LED TV, DVD player and IPod docking station
- Fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and coffee machine
- Dining Room for up to eight guests
First Floor
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Bathroom with double wash basin, shower and bidet
Second Floor
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and bidet
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with Victorian-style bath tub and bidet
Outside Grounds
- Private infinity pool
- Sun loungers and deck chairs
- Covered terrace with comfortable stone banquette seating area
- Outdoor dining table
- Utility Room
- Parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Stereo
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Fans
- Heating
- Hairdryer in each bathroom
- Iron and ironing board
- Cot
- BBQ
- Board games
- Books
Location:
Villa Melinda is set on a hillside just outside La Spezia and there are plenty of long walks to enjoy via nearby pathways. After you’ve built up an appetite by taking in the fresh, country air, head out for an evening meal close by. The nearest restaurant is just 500m away, so you can easily walk there within 10 minutes.
If you’re feeling particularly active, you can decend along a nearby path that leads down into the town of La Spezia (6km), with the journey taking just under 90 minutes. Otherwise, it’s a short 15-minute drive into the town centre. La Spezia is a great place for a family day out. There are centuries of history to discover by exploring its various landmarks and buildings, including 13th century San Giorgio Castle. The waterfront is a lovely place to enjoy a stroll before having an evening meal at one of the many restaurants found here.
The train station (a five-minute drive away) at La Spezia offers services to all of the Cinque Terre villages. This means you don’t have to drive all the way there if you’d prefer a more leisurely route. It’s also a great way of mingling with both locals and other visitors - and it only takes 40 minutes to reach the final and northernmost village of Monterosso al Mare.
If you do want to drive to the Cinque Terre straight from the villa, the closest village is Riomaggiore. This village is most known for The Path of Love, which is a flat, clifftop trail that runs north towards Manarola. Monterosso al Mare is the place to go to enjoy a sandy beach, with Vernazza being considered the most beautiful village of all. All of the five villages feature pretty pastel-coloured houses that perch on dramatic hillsides and cliff edges, with a traditional fishing-community atmosphere to soak up.
The town of Sarzana is a 35-minute drive east of the villa and offers plenty of history and culture. It’s also very Tuscan in style, which isn’t surprising as it’s so close to the Ligurian border with Tuscany. Visit the old town to marvel at its medieval walls and defence towers.
Terms & Conditions:
Security deposit?
€500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.
Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.
Departure time?
10.00 a.m.
End of stay cleaning included?
Extra €200, paid locally upon arrival. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Linen & towels included?
Yes, including pool towels.
Energy costs included?
Yes.
Heating costs included?
Extra €180 per week (or €25 per day), paid locally.
Minimum stay?
Four/five nights during low and mid seasons, five nights during high season and 7 nights during top season.
Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.
Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.
Tax?
Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).
Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.
Other Ts and Cs?
Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Pets welcome?
Pets welcome on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €10 per pet per day will apply (paid locally).
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Villa Melinda’s original features have been lovingly restored, creating a romantic, almost fairytale-like feel. Beautifully brought back to life are the wood beams, stone walls and brick archways that make this villa such a warm and restful place to stay. Just as magical is the rambling outside space that offers panoramic views of the sea and surrounding countryside.
The living room is a cosy place to relax and spend quality time with family and friends. Comfortable sofas sit alongside antique pieces of furniture and a flat screen television. There’s more antique charm in the form of the wood table and seats in the dining room, which also features a staircase to the first floor. The country-style kitchen is equipped with every amenity you could need and offers picturesque views over the terrace.
On the first floor is a double bedroom and one with two single beds. Both are peaceful and offer stunning sea views. The lovely family bathroom features a spacious shower for waking you up first thing in the morning or unwinding before bed. The remaining two double bedrooms are found on the second floor. They also have sea views and an en-suite bathroom each.
The most charming area outside is the terrace with a partially-covered area for enjoying al fresco meals. By the large dining table is a stone banquette area that’s perfect for pre-dinner drinks. Set within the immaculate lawns is a large, private swimming pool that’s surrounded by sun loungers. Found throughout are peaceful spots for appreciating the complete seclusion and the intoxicating scent from the garden’s beautiful plants and flowers.
Villa Melinda is ideally located for visiting the Cinque Terre, a string of five coastal villages that are full of authentic, fishing-community atmosphere. They are immediately recognisable by the pastel-coloured houses that nestle on rugged hillsides and cliff edges. The closest village, Riomaggiore, is a 30-minute drive away.
The port town of La Spezia is even closer, with its train station being 10 minutes away by car. Here you can catch services that take you to all of the Cinque Terre villages. Spend some time in the town to explore its historical attractions and lovely waterfront area.
Features:
The Villa
Ground Floor
- Living room with LED TV, DVD player and IPod docking station
- Fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and coffee machine
- Dining Room for up to eight guests
First Floor
- Double bedroom
- Twin bedroom
- Bathroom with double wash basin, shower and bidet
Second Floor
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower and bidet
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with Victorian-style bath tub and bidet
Outside Grounds
- Private infinity pool
- Sun loungers and deck chairs
- Covered terrace with comfortable stone banquette seating area
- Outdoor dining table
- Utility Room
- Parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Stereo
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Fans
- Heating
- Hairdryer in each bathroom
- Iron and ironing board
- Cot
- BBQ
- Board games
- Books
Location:
Villa Melinda is set on a hillside just outside La Spezia and there are plenty of long walks to enjoy via nearby pathways. After you’ve built up an appetite by taking in the fresh, country air, head out for an evening meal close by. The nearest restaurant is just 500m away, so you can easily walk there within 10 minutes.
If you’re feeling particularly active, you can decend along a nearby path that leads down into the town of La Spezia (6km), with the journey taking just under 90 minutes. Otherwise, it’s a short 15-minute drive into the town centre. La Spezia is a great place for a family day out. There are centuries of history to discover by exploring its various landmarks and buildings, including 13th century San Giorgio Castle. The waterfront is a lovely place to enjoy a stroll before having an evening meal at one of the many restaurants found here.
The train station (a five-minute drive away) at La Spezia offers services to all of the Cinque Terre villages. This means you don’t have to drive all the way there if you’d prefer a more leisurely route. It’s also a great way of mingling with both locals and other visitors - and it only takes 40 minutes to reach the final and northernmost village of Monterosso al Mare.
If you do want to drive to the Cinque Terre straight from the villa, the closest village is Riomaggiore. This village is most known for The Path of Love, which is a flat, clifftop trail that runs north towards Manarola. Monterosso al Mare is the place to go to enjoy a sandy beach, with Vernazza being considered the most beautiful village of all. All of the five villages feature pretty pastel-coloured houses that perch on dramatic hillsides and cliff edges, with a traditional fishing-community atmosphere to soak up.
The town of Sarzana is a 35-minute drive east of the villa and offers plenty of history and culture. It’s also very Tuscan in style, which isn’t surprising as it’s so close to the Ligurian border with Tuscany. Visit the old town to marvel at its medieval walls and defence towers.
Terms & Conditions:
Security deposit?
€500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.
Arrival time?
4.00 p.m.
Departure time?
10.00 a.m.
End of stay cleaning included?
Extra €200, paid locally upon arrival. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Linen & towels included?
Yes, including pool towels.
Energy costs included?
Yes.
Heating costs included?
Extra €180 per week (or €25 per day), paid locally.
Minimum stay?
Four/five nights during low and mid seasons, five nights during high season and 7 nights during top season.
Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.
Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.
Tax?
Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).
Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.
Other Ts and Cs?
Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Pets welcome?
Pets welcome on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €10 per pet per day will apply (paid locally).
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Property manager
Oliver's Travels
Languages
English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
- Infinity pool
- Sun loungers
Internet
- WiFi available
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Coffee/tea maker
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Bidet
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- LED TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Stereo
- Books
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Terrace
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
Things to do
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Property is also known as
3163348
About the neighborhood
La Spezia
What's nearby
- Piazza Garibaldi - 8 min drive
- La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive
- Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive
- La Spezia Ferry Dock - 10 min drive
- Castello San Giorgio - 10 min drive
Getting around
- La Spezia Migliarina Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
- Osteria da Caran - 6 min drive
- Pia 'N' caffe - 7 min drive
- La Gira - 11 min walk
- Rizzoli Marcello - 6 min drive
- Bar Ghezzi - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity pools.
Is Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa Melinda - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8 located?
Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of National Museum of Transport, Corso Cavour, and Il Faro. Church of Nostra Signora della Neve and Piazza Garibaldi are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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