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villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast

Villa near Piazza Tasso in Massa Lubrense

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Massa Lubrense, Napoli, Campania
  • Place, Campo Sant'Anna
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sorrento Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Naples (NAP-Naples Intl.)
    ‪99 min drive‬

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About the area

Massa Lubrense

Oceanside stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this villa, you'll find Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia. Monastery of Deserto and Castello Aragonese are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Campo Sant'Anna - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sorrento Beach - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Corso Italia - 19 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Piazza Tasso - 20 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Sant'Agnello Station - 15 min drive
  • Naples Intl. Airport (NAP) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fattoria Terranova - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Fiorentino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lo Stuzzichino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Maria Grazia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Hermitage - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast

Villa il carrubo is an elegant Property immersed amongst the hills of Massa Lubrense. It is beautifully situated between the Gulf of Salerno and the Gulf of Naples with a wonderful view over a suggestive landscape and the islands of li Galli.
This charming property is at 30 kilometers from Sorrento and 5 km from the nice village of S.Agata Sui due golfi . The Villa provides everything to ensure a relaxing stay. The Villa has a private infinity pool, solarium, terrace with a wisteria - covered pergola, a wide garden and car parking. Nearby the parking area there is a furnished laundry
The 3 rooms are finely furnished and they feature a private terrace , air-conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, ideally located amongst olive trees, the swimming pool provides a gorgeous view over the sea and the Amalfi Coast . The Guests in Villa il carrubo can experience beautiful sunsets and take long open air walks in this oasis of pleasure and tranquility.


Sorrento: For the ancient Romans Sorrento was a famous holiday resort. The town is the perfect mix of breathtaking scenery and magnificent terraces dropping sheerly into the sea. Sorrento also has the advantage of being in a strategic position which allows it to be the starting point of many excursions.



Pompeii : The first disaster arrived with the earthquake in 62 A.D. leaving the city of Pompei in ruins. The survivors managed to rebuild the city and they brought it back to life when a second and fatal disaster hit in 79A.D. The Romans had considered Vesuvius an extinct volcano but the eruption submerged the city of Pompeii. Magma preserved the Roman city in near perfect condition for 1900 years.



AMALFI COAST: POSITANO
The old sea-faring town is one of the oldest settlements along the Amalfi Coast. For many years it has been an ideal resort for painters and artists such as Picasso, Oelze and Carra’ and for writers such as Moravia, Buzzati, Steinbeck.

AMALFI
Not only is Amalfi known as a historic Maritime Republic but it was also famous for its papermaking industry. This precious paper is still being produced for artistic purposes and limited- edition luxury books.
You can also visit the beautiful Paper Mill Museum.

RAVELLO
Ravello is one of the jewels of the Amalfi Coast with its magnificent villas and gardens. Its magical atmosphere was felt and immortalized by both Giovanni Boccaccio in his book “Decamerone” and by William Turner in his sketches which are exhibited at the Tate Gallery in London.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT063044B4YD8DUGMQ

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

il Carrubo Amazing Amalfi Coa
Villa il Carrubo
Villa il Carrubo Amazing View on the Amalfi Coast
Villa il Carrubo, Amazing View on the Amalfi Coast Villa

Frequently asked questions

How close is villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast to the airport?

This villa is 40.1 mi (98-min drive) away from the Naples Intl. Airport (NAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast to the beach?

This villa is 5.9 mi (27-min drive) from Sorrento Beach and 9.3 mi (30-min drive) from Fornillo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast have a pool?

This villa features an outdoor pool.

Does villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast to downtown Massa Lubrense?

This villa is 1.4 mi away from Massa Lubrense.

villa il carrubo, amazing view on the Amalfi Coast Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location. Photos did not do the villa justice. Loredana welcoming, helpful and charming. Road to villa an exciting challenge but well worth the effort. Magnificent outdoor space. Stunning views of the coastline and would highly recommend
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Villa

It was perfect as advertised! Loredana greeted us and was helpful in providing recommendations for places to eat and where to go. We enjoyed just hanging out, relaxing the taking in the beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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Wonderful Villa - truly amazing view!

We had an amazing time at this beautiful villa! The villa was better than the pictures show and Raffaella and Loredana were very helpful. Loredana organised our requested groceries on arrival and booked a lovely restaurant for us. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing villa with great views

Fantastic 11 days staying at this villa and seeing all the sites of the Amalfi coast and Sorrento peninsula (including capri). Villa is well appointed, host was helpful and answered any questions we had via prompt WhatsApp responses, and the best thing of all is the views over the sea and islands from the sun lounger, outdoor dining area and balcony. Eyes never got tired of the view.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Conor H.

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Perfect Vacation

This property is perfect and the pictures don’t do it justice. Loredana was extremely helpful and responsive. If staying here, ensure you utilize the courtesy car to eat at Lo Stuzzichino. The road to the property is tight, but we were completely fine using our Toyota C-HR. Nonetheless, the property / view is so good, you won’t want to leave the place anyways.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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Beautiful Villa

I can't say enough great things about this place. I loved it. If you are looking for peace and quite this is the place. The infinity pool and the view are amazing. It is a ways to get here but, so so worth it. Even though I didn't want to leave we did venture out for lunch one day. We went to one of the recommended restaurants and it was one of the best meals I had on my month long vacation. I could have stayed here longer. Thank you for sharing your amazing space with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

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Amazing relaxation, outstanding hospitality.

The views are amazing. The property is immaculate. The assistance from Raffaella and Loredana was above and beyond. Raffaella recommended tour company that came through on all the tours. We dines with the restaurants she recommended and had excellent meals. I became ill and called Raffaella for assistance. She arranged a house call for me--and the doctor was so thorough and kind. Our vacation was saved. RECOMMEND HIGHLY!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

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Wow

Wow, what a property. The view is unsurpassed, the villa is quiet, well equipped, clean and spacious (for our family of 5). Yes the road to it is a trial - our Jeep Renegade was just on the size limit, but it is worth the effort. Loredana and Rafaella made it all very easy with communication, check in and any help needed. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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The villa is wonderful with beautiful views of the coastine out of every window. The villa is large and spacious with a fun outdoor cooking area. Villa is built into the hillside with 2 bedrooms on the top floor with a large shared veranda and a shared large bathroom. Then diwnstairs there's another bedroom, bathroom, lounge, dinningroom and kitchen. There's also a ultility building with a washing machine, shower and toiletAir conditioning in the bedrooms worked well. There are many lovely seating areas to choose from and the pool area has 4 loungers. The villa was very clean on arrival and was cleaned again midweek, which was unexpected but welcome. The road to the villa is 1 small car width wide, with some passing places. So we appreciated the hosts recommendation of renting a small car. We were kindly led to the villa from a nearby hotel, which we appreciated given the interesting roads!Local town has some lovely restaurants and a supermarket, etc. Absolutely loved our stay at the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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Gorgeous Villa with Altitude

We were a party of three staying in June 2023. This was our first trip to Italy. The home was beautiful. Way more space than the three of us needed. The grounds, the view, and the pool were spectacular. The pictures simply do not do it justice. Loredana our contact was tremendous! She assisted in every phase of our vacation. We would have been lost without her assistance. Please keep in mind that the house is located in the hills on a VERY narrow road. You will need a very small car and you will need a driver that can operate an automatic (stick). Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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Absolutely Amazing!

The pictures don't do this property justice! This home was one of the most beautiful villas I have ever stayed in and I've booked many. The views of the sea were amazing, the grounds with olive trees, jasmine, wisteria, mulberry trees, flowering cacti, beautiful fuscia flowers, etc....gorgeous! The peace and quiet... One big piece of advice...schedule some time to just enjoy the home for a few days without having to leave. I hated leaving the home each day...it was so great coming back after a busy day of tours and exploring. The rooms/beds were super comfy and air conditioning was nice and cool. Bathrooms were just what we needed for our group of 5. The POOL....chefs kiss! Our hosts Raffaella and Loredana were so hospitable and assisted us with making reservations for restaurants and helping us find a private driver when we needed one. We got into a car accident and Raffaella offered to come pick us up in Sorrento...so sweet and thoughtful! If you decide to rent a car, be sure that it is smaller/narrow to get down the road to the home - we had a Jeep Renegade that got through just fine...I also recommend a automatic. Loredana escorted us the first time to the home and that was super helpful to show us how it should be done. If you are thinking of booking this property...DO IT! We can't wait to come back again. Thank you for your generosity and hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Karl-Heinz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Blick, schöner Pool, Klimageräte in den Schlafzimmern, sehr sauber, tolle Terrasse und Aussenküche
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn M.

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What a gorgeous setting!

Beautiful views, comfortable beds, excellent outdoor spaces and a very cool infinity pool. What could be more perfect?!? We had a great time exploring the Amalfi coast, including a visit to Capri. Thank you Rafaella (and Loredona).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous villa.

We had a fabulous week in this lovely villa. The views are absolutely stunning, the rooms spacious, beds comfortable and the whole villa is very clean and well maintained. We loved the infinity pool and it’s views, the outside dining space, barbecue and pizza oven. Loredana was lovely and very helpful. The only downside for us (and not really related to the villa) was the mosquitoes so take plenty of protection. Also ensure your car is as small as can be because the road to the villa is challenging. But all in all very worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John L.

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Wonderful Property and Amazing View

The property was wonderful and the views amazing. We especially enjoyed the infinity pool and the upstairs balcony, with views of the bay and all its activity, and the moon. Our hosts, Raffaella and Loredana, were very helpful and responsive, including info on excursions and dinning. We had so much fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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Bellisimo!

We loved our stay at the Villa! The views are beautiful, the property is beautiful and the villa itself is very well laid out. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed trying out the pizza oven and grill! The bed was very comfortable and the linens were very good quality. We hope to return again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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Amazing!

The most amazing property and view. The pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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Breathtaking views from a lovely property

A thousand square miles of view south from the Amalfi coast can't be described. Every spare moment was spent watching boats, super yachts and wildlife (incl a pod of dolphins) from the pool and patio 350m above the sea. House private, well equipped and we loved mastering the enormous outdoor pizza oven. Two bedrooms and the upper balcony also have great views. There is a beach 20 mins away...go early for parking. Took Positano to Amalfi ferry as the cheap option for a coast tour! House well laid out , large, serviced during the week, pool beautiful and just big enough for exercising. Plenty of lawn and patio space. Fresh pasta maker at end of the lane...yum. The access lane is narrow (and I'm a Brit) but locals are helpful about using the few passing places. If you come in anything bigger than a compact car you'd better be 5☆ at reversing. If you are a light sleeper come prepared for nocturnal entertainment- owls, roosting Bee-eater birds, cockerels and distant church bells. At least you'll get to see the crystal clear stars and wonderful sun rises that others sleep through! Coming here again is on my wish list. We did our bulk shopping on arrival at Auchan Pompei after a stop at Herculeanium on the way from Naples airport. ST Agata has useful supermarket ,fishmonger, bakery. There are no excuses for buying pizza...fire up and make your own!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin P.

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Amazing location

The villa is clean well furnished very quiet. The grounds are well kept. Sorrento and the major historical sights are within easy travelling distance. The photographs of the view do not do it justice. It has to be seen as it is absolutely amazing. Access to the villa is via a very narrow single track road. We rented a Fiat 500 XL which was fine but anything larger could be difficult. Rafaella who is the contact was brilliant and could not do enough to help. She was always on hand with recommendations or to answer questions. Thank you Rafaella you made our stay so much easier. We hope to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

tim g.

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Very appealing location

Stunning location set high on cliffs with a beautiful view. Very pleased with accommodation and quality of villa, easy to navigate from and central to all locations... male life easy by renting a smaller car as road between main road and property extremely narrow.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jussi H.

Beautiful views, very private and clean villa

We are a family of five (three teenagers) from Finland. The villa exceeded our expectations. The views over the sea are amazing. The garden is well kept, and the setting is very private - no neighbours in sight. The villa is really well equipped, and we have seldom seen an equally well maintained and cleaned property. The pool, the ping-pong table and the wood-fired pizza oven were all put to good use by us! It is a great base for excursions to Capri, Pompeii, the Amalfi coast, et cetera. Raffaella was a most friendly and helpful hostess, really appreciated her help. We can highly recommend this property, a really good choice and great value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

wonderful villa with spectacular views

The outside living space is fantastic with several eating areas wether you needed sun or shade etc. The open air kitchen area was great including a pizza oven which we had fun using. The pool is just beautiful extending to views that are breathtaking. This whole area seems larger than the online photos suggest. Inside everything is very well appointed and clean but the weather was so good we spent very little time indoors. The location is superb making day trips very accessible with a car eg Herculaneum Positano,and Capri . The villa is beautifully secluded , this does mean there is a very narrow road to access it so i would advise a small car. However it is certainly worth the tricky drive to get to it. Rafaella is the most gracious and helpful hostess who speaks extremely good english. We would love to be back there now.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Awesome!

Magnificent villa sitting high on the Amalfi coast hills with spectacular sights over the Mediterranean. The villa is very clean and spacious. The outdoor area is superb and the infinity pool is so refreshing. We loved our stay so much and never wanted to leave. Raffaella was a great host, thank you! We hope to stay again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Fantastic Villa with the best views

The photos do not do this place justice, everything was catered for, very clean. Rafaela was a fantastic owner nothing was to much trouble. We will defiantly be going back. The lane is narrow but is not a problem we hired a fiat 500 XL didn't have any problems with width. The Italians are so friendly, even though we did try out Italian they still reply in English.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

All our friends are jealous!

5 stars to Villa Il Carrubo and the host, Raffaella. The villa is extremely clean and comfortable, and the outdoor spaces and view of the Bay of Salerno are spectacular. We chose this villa instead of one in Positano or Praiano due to its location on the Sorrento peninsula instead of further south on the Amalfi coast, and what a great decision that was. The traffic on the 2 lane road through the Amalfi coast is ridiculous, even pre-season, and if we had stayed further south on the coast we would have spent the entire trip sitting in traffic. Villa Il Carrubo is just outside the inland village of Sant’Agata sui Dui Golfi which has the usual restaurants, gas stations, shops, a Conad grocery store, and several gelateria for your nightly dessert. Although Sant’ Agata is easy to find with your GPS, the road to the villa will require following Raffaella on your first drive there, after which you can set your GPS accordingly. Villa Il Carrubo has lovely views from the two very nice upper floor bedrooms, a bath on the upper floor, plus another bed and bath on the lower floor along with a large eat-in kitchen and living room with large flat screen TV (TVs are also available in the bedrooms) and access to the several patio areas. The WiFi worked well (Raffaella likes to use the WiFi based WhatsApp instead of texting since telephone service is spotty). The bath rooms are large but European in style, and the dishwasher is wonderful to have on vacation as is the clothes washer (line dry which is amazingly quick in the sun). Most importantly, if you have any questions or concerns, Raffaella is very responsive and happy to help guests. Another benefit to the location of Villa Il Carrubo is the relatively short drive (1.5 hr) to Pompeii and Herculaneum, shorter drive to the Sorrento dock (30 minutes) for the hydrofoil to Naples or Capri, and very short drive (15 minutes!) to the small but lovely coastal village of Marina del Cantone with multiple restaurants, a pebble beach, and boat trips to Capri, Positano and Amalfi. But of course once you see the infinity pool over the Bay of Salerno at Villa Il Carrubo, you may never want to leave your new home on the Sorrento peninsula.