VILLA SMERALDA Sleeps 10 people - 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Porto Venere, Cinque Terre - Liguria   Villa Smeralda is located in the fisherman's village of Porto Venere (just listed by New York Times as one of the top) romantic villages of the Italian Riviera! Porto Venere is the perfect hub for visiting the Cinque Terre yet less crowded and less touristy. The villa is very conveniently located just a few steps away from the historical center and local restaurants, supermarkets, beaches, and the ferry dock. From April-October ferries regularly depart for the Cinque Terre villages. Villa Smeralda is five bedrooms, three bathrooms, with a fantastic view and a nice garden overlooking Portvenere's channel and Palmaria island. Equipped with all the comforts and outdoor patio. Upon entering, on the floor the master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, the living room dining area and essentials) fully equipped with furniture and barbecue. On first floor there are 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 single room with 2 aingle beds. All rooms overlook a terrace with a romantic sea view. The property is the perfect set for a family or large group. Parking for 3 cars is at disposal of the guests. For those wishing to visit the area without a car, a driver is available at extra cost ACCOMMODATION Main house: Sleeps 10 people - 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms Ground floor: 1 Living / dining room, 1 Kitchen, 1 Double bedroom (bedroom 130 cm) with 1 en-suite Bathroom with shower First floor: 2 Double Bedrooms King size, 1 Double Bedroom with 1 bed 140 x 190 cm plus 1 single bed 90x200 cm, 1 Twin-rooms with 2 single beds 90x200 cm, 2 Bathrooms (1 with shower 1 with bath tub) Square Meters: 300 Outside: Patio, garden and relaxation area with sea view Private parking: 2/3 cars NOTES: we have to recommend the villa to elder or disabled people DISTANCES Closest village: the apartment is situated just in Porto Venere village at 200 mts from the sea Closest town: Porto Venere Distance to shopping: grocery shop for essential food Porto Venere 300 mt Closest restaurant: "Iseo" Porto Venere, "La Chiglia" Porto Venere, "Locanda Lorena" Palmaria island Other restaurants & pubs: Le Grazie 5 mins by car, La Spezia 15 min. by car, Sarzana 30 mins by car, Lerici 30 mins by car Closest beaches / sea: Porto Venere, Palmaria island 3 min by boat, Cinque Terre 20 mins by ferry boat, Portofino 40 mins by Ferry Boat Closest bus stop: 300 mt Nearest highway: La Spezia 13 km Nearest train station: La Spezia 13 km Nearest Airport: Pisa (PSA) 50 mins by car   SITES OF INTEREST: Cinque Terre: ferry companies depart daily from the Marina of Porto Venere Shedules and information: Beaches: Porto Venere, Cinque Terre 25 mins by car, Fiascherino and Tellaro 45 mins by car, Lerici 30 mins by car Places to see: Cinque Terre: 15 km by car, Sarzana: 34 km, Lerici: 24 km, Fiascherino / Tellaro: 28 km, Montemarcello: 32 km, Portofino: 90 km, Genoa: 100 km, Carrara / marble quarries: 47 km, Versilia / Forte dei Marmi: 60 km, Pisa: 80 km, Lucca: 90, Florence: 164 km. PRICE INCLUDES All linen and towels All utilities WiFi Internet Access Water, gas, electricity Gardener Car parking for 2 (3 cars on request) PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Security Deposit € 500.00 to be paid in Euros by cash on arrival and at the end of the holiday. Final cleaning € 180.00 Heating € 50.00, on consumption only on long stay Porter on demand during check in / check out € 30.00 RENTAL CONDITIONS 1 week minimun stay Rentals are Saturday to Saturday Short rentals considered on request Arrival between 4 and 8 p. m. Departure by 10.00 Car essential Child friendly AMENITIES Included Services: Living Room, Hair Dryer, Parking, Heating, Internet, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Provided Linens Kitchen: Coffee Maker, Oven, Dishes & Utensils, Pantry Items, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Kitchen Stove, Microwave, Toaster Dining: Dining, Seating For 10 People, Entertainment: Books, Stereo, DVD Player, Television, Outside: Garden, Garden Table & Chairs, Parasol, Outdoor Grill, Deck / Patio, Sunbed Optional Services: Boat / Yacht Charter, Cooking Service, Guided Excursions, Private Driver, attractions: Beaches, Castles, Churches, Forests, Lakes, Restaurants, Rivers, Ruins, Marina, Museums, Water Parks, Winery Tours Local Services & Businesses: Atm / Bank, Babysitter, Beauty Center, Groceries, Hospital, Massage Therapist, Medical Services, Sports & Activities: Cycling, Disco Club, Deepsea Fishing, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Jet Skiing, Mountain Biking, Outlet Shopping, Paragliding, Rafting, Sailing, Scuba Diving or Snorkeling, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Water Skiing, Whale Watching, Whitewater , Wind-Surfing