Francescopaolo was an excellent host and communication was very excellent. He agreed to pick us up from the ferry port since one of us had a knee issue and his check in was very thorough. He also opened the pool a few days early for us and it was much appreciated, minimum a great place to soak your feet after a day of hiking!Location is beautiful and the large patio was used daily for coffee, planning the day and evenings with a glass of wine and cards with friends! Recommended place to stay!!
As an avid traveler who regularly organizes home rentals around the world, I can confidently say this villa ranks among the very best Iâve ever stayed in. Itâs thoughtfully equipped with everything you needâand nothing you donât.Our family of six had an unforgettable time here, not just because the property itself is stunning (which it is), but because of the truly exceptional hospitality provided by Francescopaulo. He went above and beyond every single day to make our stay comfortable, enjoyable, and effortless. He was simply amazing.The house speaks for itselfâcharming, authentic, and beautifully maintained. If youâre looking to immerse yourself in the true spirit of Southern Amalfitana Italy, this is it. Look no further. Itâs paradise.
Wow! The stars of the show are the terrace, the location, and Francescopaolo - who is fully attentive and goes over an above for guests.
Minori is a small town ideally placed for visiting towns along the Amalfi coastline by boat. It is less touristy than the bigger towns and has a chilled atmosphere and some fab restaurants.
The Castle is such a striking property but it's a home and not a 5* hotel, at 700 years old theres some quirks to be expected and respected, but overall it is perfectly comfortable and clean, and well looked after by Francescopaolo who is so quick to respond to any issues.
The terrace is stunning, we spent every possible moment on it. The dining area is well covered for light rain and the view across the sea is stunning at all times of day. The best view from a kitchen window ever, and the best view for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Francescopaolo is a fantastic host, so caring and attentive to the needs of his guest. Totally unobtrusive and considerate, and always quick to respond to anything. We are grateful to him for his swift response in helping us with a medical issue - he totally saved our holiday.
I cannot recommend this property and it's host enough, we had a perfect stay - I did not want to leave.
Amazing property, location and host. We would return every year if we could! Every little detail was well thought out and added to our experience. Thank you!
From before we arrived and throughout our stay Francisco was communicative, supportive, responsive and engaging. This is an amazing property with spectacular views. Would very easily be comfortable for 8 people- 3 couples and 2 teenagers or children in the bunk beds! We had 2- couples and 2 elders. Highly recommend the host and the home! Thank you Franciscođ
We have the best time visiting the Amalfi coast and staying at Francescopaoloâs home. He was so helpful and welcoming to us and even took us to the grocery store on our first day. The views from his home are breathtaking- pictures donât do it justice. We would recommend this home to anyone.
We loved our stay at the Small Castle of the Moors! It was a beautiful location right on the Amalfi Coast and steps away from the small town of Minori (7min walk). The host, Francescopaolo, was very attentive and helped us with any questions we had. He also helped us arrange transportation from the Naples airport to the residence which was very helpful. One item to note, there is no pool access at this residence but there is water access which is even better! I would happily stay here again.
Let me start by saying this was the most amazing vacation with my husband, seventeen year old daughter and 12 year old twins. The property is spectacular and the host is beyond amazing. You will be more than comfortable in this property. It has three bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms. It also has an outdoor shower which is what we used a majority of the time. The living room and dining room is comfortable and my kids enjoyed the Netflix. The kitchen is not big but don't let that fool you, you will have everything you need including a dishwasher. Every room in the house has a view of the sea. The terrace is the true show stopper here. It is very large and has a pool, which kept my kids so happy. We ate at the beautiful table room for all. You can access the town of Minori quickly on foot ( about 5 minutes) using the staircase into town. We took the ferry to Amalfi and Positano. It was very easy. We also went to the beach one day 2 chairs 25 euros. What ate in town three nights once a Giardinello (pricey but good) and Di Riso (not the pastry shop keep walking) that was amazing we went twice. The town of Minori is full of the nicest people. You will love them.
Now for our host Francesco Paolo. He was the kindest ,nicest human being. He bent over backwards for us. He picked us up from Sorrento and dropped us off at the airport. He also brought us to Pompeii. There aren't enough words to describe his kindness and how lovely he was to my family. He is very proud of his home and we were honored to be able to stay there. You will not be disappointed if you stay here. Grazie!!!!
Great location and the town of Minori is not the biggest but one of our favorite places on the coast. Friendly people and the ferry is right in town to go wherever you would like. You are staying in a old and authentic hillside home. It is a great location and has amazing views. The elevator was a big plus. The kitchen and bathrooms are small and might be tight for a large person.
Wonderful apartment with amazing views. So lovely to stay somewhere where it is easy to walk into Minori and get a water taxi to all the towns on the Amalfi Coast
First, I must give a big thank you to Francescopaolo! He made our arrival painless and welcomed us at the home. He then showed us around and helped get us settled in. Then he took us to the town to get groceries. I have to tell you when you are exhausted and tired from the long trip, this was extremely helpful. Now to the home, it was beautiful, exactly the way the pictures show and better. I don't know how to describe the view except "breath taking". We had all the amenities and comforts that is needed. Everything worked and the other couple and my wife and I, could not have been happier. Remember this is the older more authentic Italian life style type of home, so if you want a modern cookie cutter type of home this is not for you. However, if you want a rich in tradition and an immersed Italian lifestyle experience, then this is definitely the place! From here you can take the water taxi to Amalfi, Positano, Sorento, Salerno, and Capri and see some of the most incredible views. I highly recommend this wonderful home, not only for the beautiful views, but the town of Minori and the people that live there. Everyone was so warm and friendly, it truly felt like home. Thank you Francescopaolo for making our stay wonderful and taking us to the train station for our departure. We will miss the town, the people, the home and the wonderful country of Italy.
Warm regards,
Mike, Deb, Darren, and Barbie
The patio is nice and overlooks the Sea. The building is old and inadequately heated.
Iâm sorry to say we were disappointed. 1. We had to wear our coats indoors. The owner monitored our use of electricity. On the second day he sent me a lengthy text explaining how I could monitor the complex meters myself on a daily basis. 2. We were happy to sort our trash and recycle. There were five categories with a scheduled pick up of different materials nearly every day. Trash and recycling needed to be put out between 22:00 and 24:00, but we had some trash left in the apartment on the day we left due to the schedule and our departure day. We left the apartment neat and clean. All dishes washed, refrigerator cleaned, etc. Wish we had taken remaining trash the half mile into town and deposited It in the city park waste receptacles, so owner wouldnât have complained about the remaining trash we had sorted and bagged. 3. I think communication was a big problem. I had studied Italian before the trip, but my vocabulary was limited. Owner admitted he had English skills of a two year old. We had misunderstandings. 4. The HomeAway website indicated property had a pool and a hot tub. It had no hot tub. The unheated pool was the size and shape of a large hot tub. Very pretty. Owner said a different apartment contained a jetted bathtub, but it was out of order. We didnât care to sit in an indoor bath tub anyway since we were expecting a hot tub on the patio. I notified HomeAway that their website was incorrect, and the property had no hot tub. I thought they should correct their advertisement because it was misleading. They contacted the owner, and Iâm not sure what was said. I immediately received an irate text from the owner calling me a âbad personâ who tried to ruin âhim and his familyâ. He threatened to call the police. I wish the owner no ill will, but I cannot in good faith recommend this property. I have always had wonderful stays and a great rapport at every other VRBO/HomeAway in which Iâve stayed.
The castle and its gracious owners met our every desire for a special family birthday celebration: comfortable furnishings and beds, spacious and elegant deck overlooking the sea, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful, responsive hosts. They provided a warm, informative welcome, even driving us to town to buy groceries and returning with umbrellas when we got caught in the rain! All aspects of our stay were perfect- we highly recommend the Little Castle and its kind hosts!
Fantastic, superlative, there are just no words.....
This place is just fantastic and if you know the Amalfi Coast you will know what this property has is hard to find and invaluable. You can park, it has itâs own gate so driving or hiring a car is straightforward and not the parking lottery which accompanies most stays in this region. The property has a lift (U.S. elevator) - almost unheard of here, removing the usual hundreds of steps required every time you venture out. There is a beautiful plunge/ hydro pool, almost impossible to find at this price, gorgeously designed. It has a huge terrace for dining and relaxing with stunning views of the coast, close enough to hear the waves on the rocks below. Minori is an easy walk where you can buy everything you may need and the town is serviced by a water taxi which opens up the entire Amalfi Coast- Amalfi, Positano, Capri, Sorrento - without any hassle associated with using the buses or parking. The interior is beautiful and large for this region. Amalfi properties tend to be hewn from the rockface and therefore are generally not large by the standards of other areas, but this property is larger than most. The building is stunning, an old minature castle, a stand out property on the cliff edge. We stayed as two couples, 4 people, but it could accommodate 6 easily without compromising space. But what stood out more than any of the excellent reasons to stay here listed above was the owner and host of Little Castle of the Moors, Francescopaulo. A kinder, more helpful or more attentive host could not be imagined, an amazing guy who it was a genuine pleasure to get to know in the brief time we spent with him. Francescopaulo can transform your stay from a villa coastal holiday into a full appreciation of the region. He offered to take us shopping to ensure we knew where to go and that we had enough supplies for the week- essential if your are self catering on the wonderful veranda and if you donât know the shops in the area. He offered to take us to the best sights and let us know what festivals and local attractions were on offer while we were there. He ensured everything in the villa was as needed and was available whenever we needed. One of lifeâs true gentlemen and good souls, it seems much of his love, kindness and attention to detail has been transfigured into his wonderful villa and you can feel it all around you as you soak up itâs amazing vistas. Recommended and five star doesnât come close- if you are looking in this region you simply have to go.