First of all, I must say that I am blessed to have been able to visit the Amalfi Coast with my best friends. It was such an amazing experience and beautiful place.
Anyway, while planning my visit many moons ago, my friend and I looked for houses and hotels on various websites and ultimately chose this location on VRBO due to the size, the more modern aesthetic, the cost compared to other villas in the vicinty, proximity to other towns and it being away from the super touristy areas. Also, the positive reviews from other guests helped with my decision.
Pros:
1.The manager of the residence, Norman, was quite nice, responsive and knowledgeable about the area. He answered all of my emails within 24 hours which I appreciated. He helped answer all my silly / Type A questions and provided me with comfort in choosing this villa.
2. Nicely sized; 3 large bedrooms and 3 nicely sized bathrooms and a large kitchen
3. Great views of the water and landscape
4. Allowed us to check-in an hour early which was much appreciated.
5. Within [easy] walking distance (about a 3 min walk down the steps) from La Moressa restaurant and a local grocery store, which we went to buy beer, wine, cheese and freshly cut prosciutto for the casale. Delish!
6. TV / WIFI
7. Nicely working A/C.
Cons:
1. The bathrooms were clean, but the bathroom by the upstairs bedroom had mold all over the shower, which is tiny, and the shower water pressure was pretty scarce. The shower pan flooded every time it was used and some water would leak out onto the floor. Also, the towel rack was broken and not put back in place. :-/
2. The mattresses on all the beds were pretty bad. They were like thin form mattresses with springs in them. Collectively, this was everyone's biggest complaint. The pillows were not that great either, but they were doable.
3. The garden / yard was unkempt. Lots of ants (but nothing you can do about that)
4. Older plug outlets. Differ from what you will find in the more modern hotels / restaurants in the area..
5.The STEPS! OMG!! I did not realize how many stairs there are in Praiano. Holy moly! My whole body is sore. LOL This is not really a complaint about the house specifically, but to get to all the popular restaurants in Praiano, it is about a 20 min walk of pure STAIRS and inclines.
Overall, we had a good stay. The house is spacious and perfect for couples and friends. Do not bring kids to the Amalfi Coast. A horrible place for strollers and anyone under 10.
