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Next to Portofino, fantastic location

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A coastal building with a balcony, a beach in the foreground, and a rocky shoreline.
A coastal scene with kayaks on the water, a clear sky, and a distant view of a castle on a hill.
A dining table with plates of food, a bottle, and a basket of bread, overlooking a calm sea with boats and mountains in the background.
A waterfront with colorful buildings, a bell tower, and boats docked.
A coastal town with a marina filled with boats, surrounded by colorful buildings and lush greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Genova, Italy
  • Place, Paraggi Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Abbey of Cervara
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Portofino Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Portofino

At this apartment you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Paraggi Beach and within 15 minutes of Portofino Marina. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a dining area and a TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Paraggi Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abbey of Cervara - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Portofino Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Church of St. Martin - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Castello Brown - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Margherita Ligure Portofino Station - 17 min drive
  • Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delfino - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪O Magazin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Gritta - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Vincenzo Dascanio Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Lo Stella - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Next to Portofino, fantastic location

CIN IT010044C2JOOH9HQJ
The living room's balcony overlooks at the tiny beach; the property is really “pied dans l’eau"

The house is an example of the late XIX century holiday villa of the Italian Riviera, built above its boathouse, has always starting point for beautiful canoe trips.
It is ideal for relaxed and refined holidays.
The position is very special between the green wooded hills and the sea, the flat overlooks a small public beach, that can be reached by a short path. It's next to the beautiful Paraggi bay, with its sand beach, amazing green transparent water, tiny village and exclusive villas.
A mild weather all year round, allows to enjoy walks along the sea and on the hills, or to shop in fashionable Portofino and Santa Margherita boutiques to lounge in a restaurant terrace.

From the boathouse below the flat you could appreciate the beauty of Portofino Marine Park in the best possible way: paddling, rowing, with 'outdoorportofino' .
By a short walk (or by bus) you will reach Portofino with fashionable shops, very nice and romantic outdoor cafés and restaurants.

It is included in the natural park of Portofino that features beautiful walks in different environments due to the special biodiversity of flora and fauna, with stunning views on the sea and steep cliffs.
If you like trekking, this is an amazing area with stunning landscapes: we highly recommend the classic trip to Portofino - San Fruttuoso Abbey, which leaves directly from the house or comfortably by ferry from Portofino.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only outside on the balcony

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Is appreciated if you and your children rinse feet in the bucket out of the door to not bring sand in the apartment. Check out is 9,30 A.M.

The parking is for only one normal car, not a van.

It'is very appreciated if you park in the central place within the yellow lines, in order to let the neighbors get in and park comfortably

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: There is a fee of 50€ for any (well-behaved) pet

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only outside on the balcony

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT010044C2JOOH9HQJ

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Next to Portofino, fantastic location?

Yep, Next to Portofino, fantastic location is a short 4-minute walk from Paraggi Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Next to Portofino, fantastic location have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Next to Portofino, fantastic location family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that Next to Portofino, fantastic location is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Next to Portofino, fantastic location?

No, Next to Portofino, fantastic location does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Next to Portofino, fantastic location?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Next to Portofino, fantastic location Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Very nice place

Beautiful house and location, friendly host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at the boathouse- it really is the most spectacular and unique place to stay. The view from the house is breathtaking with a vast kitchen and living area. Portofino and Santa Margerita are beautiful towns but very expensive!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karine A.

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

Unique spot

Amazing family vacation at Villa Niasca ( unique spot ).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The location of this property was outstanding. The views from our balcony were breathtaking. Very close to Portofino.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linnae F.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect location for a family vacation. We enjoyed opening up the big doors to listen to the waves and walking the short distance to Portofino along to trail for gelato. Giancarla was very responsive and made sure we were comfortable in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlene C.

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

Portofino weekend

What a lovely home. Directly on the water just steps from Portofino - a dream. We enjoyed our brief stay and would definitely come back. Thank you Giancarla!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elif S.

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

Charming

Great location, a boathouse with a great view
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

Fabulous

This property was better than expected. Absolutely magical. Incredible views and sounds of the ocean and listen to waterfall as at night to fall asleep
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

A magical place to stay!

We all loved staying at Niasca. The view from our balcony; proximity to Portofino; walking trails; ease of accessing the bus and train. All made for a magical nine nights. Not to be missed: A meal at the former monastery nearby Camogli (as beautiful as Cinque Terre, and much less crowded) Old Town Genoa A wine tasting at Caduferra Dining in Portofino and Santa Margherita
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN C.

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

AMAZING

Everything was wonderful, the house was perfect, the views incredible, and Giancarla, the owner, was really nice and accommodating, I would certainly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Fantastic Location and Apartment

A beautiful villa next to Portofino in a fantastic location. A 10-minute walk to Portofino for dinner, or up the hill 10 minutes to Hermitage of Sant’Antonio of Niasca…a 1317 building turned into a restaurant where everything is home grown and you eat immersed in nature! The villa has a private entrance and reserved spots for the provided chairs on the beach below and there are hiking trails right out the front door! Check-in and check-out were seamless, the provided parking spot is a must, and the pictures of the villa are very accurate. Overall, we loved the location and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June 2025

1900 vintage house in fairly good condition near Nature Preserve and overlooking a small public beach. Boat house offers kayak, paddle board, and snorkeling equipment. Peaceful and quiet early morning; became crowded throughout the day. Located at the trailhead from Niasca to Portofino and Paraggi, a beautiful short hike.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Unique property on the sea!

Breathtaking views, very nice accommodations, private and quiet although close to the road. Just a beautiful place with very nice, helpful owners. Great family memories made at this incredible sea view villa. Hope we have the opportunity to visit again. thanks for a great experience in Italia!! xoxo
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia W.

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

Birthday/new year with friends

Thank you so much. We had an awesome time
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelia M.

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

We had a marvellous stay! Spectacular.

Giancarla was a wonderful host and even helped us arrange a really special birthday at the villa with a local private chef. Cannot rave enough about the natural beauty of the location, nestles amping at the trees of the coastline. We found the buses and walking sufficient for exploring Portofino and other local areas. Highly recommend to any family or a group of friends seeking a fun and secluded getaway on the water. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manya Z.

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

Perfecto!!! a truly unforgettable Stay!

We had the most amazing three nights stay at this unique and beautiful apartment perched above a boathouse near Portofino. The place was perfect for a group of six- spacious, comfortable and full of character. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the million dollar view of the Liberian Sea with boats and yachts passing by and the hand painted walls. The location couldn’t have been better just steps away from a gorgeous walking trail that led to Portofino and beach access only a short stroll away and the sound of the waves breaking just below us was pure magic 24/7. This is truly a one-of-a-kind experience on the Italian coast, we wished we stayed longer and one day, hope to return!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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

Brilliantly authentic

Stayed over Easter. Fantastic location if you like something near to town yet feels a world away. 15 minute walk to Portofino. 40 minute walk to Santa Margherita. Waterfall in the back. Amazing hikes just behind. So quiet though ride in the road. Beds were very comfortable. Great host! We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

David P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Moldy

Property was very moldy and musty, enough that we needed to check into a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Mandy H.

Amazing property

We had a great stay at Giancarla's extraordinary house. Fabulous position, great history to the place and in such a unique location. The house itself is very spacious, all well set up, although there is no kettle which was very unusual, I think one should be supplied. My only other comment would be that for the price we paid there should have been a mid stay clean!! We really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

Amazing property a little piece of heaven

Our stay at the villa was fantastic. A little piece of paradise. The children spent time on the kayaks while we relaxed on our own private rocks by the water. Just listening to the waves from the house while sipping on a spritz was lovely. Giancarla was a great host and very welcoming. The kayak rental staff were great with the children and offered us a discount when settling the account which was very nice of them. I would highly reccomend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mike M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, filthy property.

Absolutely beautiful site! Villa was very dirty and musty. Cobwebs, spiders, mold, geckos in the beds… One unmarked parking space inches from the road — no other parking for a half mile in both directions. Road is extremely narrow and very busy.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shamir S.

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

Niasca

Wonderful stay, beautiful, charming, old house full of character. Giancarla is a lovely host, extremely helpful and made our stay so much better. Wonderful view of the bay, great for long swims. We loved it. The house sits right on a fairly busy, narrow road, beach access is across this road. For those looking for modern, up to date, hotel style amenities, this house is not for you. The house is secluded and not very close to any restaurants or businesses, we saw this as an added bonus. You will need transport to get around.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kateri J.

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

Amazing location, views and more

We were traveling as a family with three young adults and two grandparents - and this was a fantastic find! The bus is a bit expensive (5 Euros per person/trip) but if you don’t have a car, well worth it. We had two cars and had to search for parking for the second, but I think we just missed that info. The house is gorgeous and totally unique and we had everything we needed. Lots of hikers to Portofino (and it was the off season!) passing by, but I would take the trails instead of the road if you are sure of foot. Thanks for the travel books and advice!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Stunning home & location

We stayed here with extended family for Christmas. The property is just stunning, with a waterfall at the back and the sea in front. It had everything we needed, including a clothes dryer! The home was cold in the evenings in December, but there were plenty of blankets and a space heater. Some trails were closed but we walked into Portofino a few times, and made use of the bus to explore Santa Margherita. We would love to come back at another time of year to hike more. Giancarla was responsive and so generous with her time. I would like to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Summer H.

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

Best location in Portofino!

This old beach house was such a gem for our family. We traveled in with our young children and our nanny. The beach was not only perfect for swimming for the kids but the ability to get beach chairs in the morning and block some personal space really helped with how crowded it can get (which really was just on Sunday and Friday). There is a playground on the trails just above the house and an old monestary which is now a B&B that serves lunch. The walk into Portofino Is easy on walking paths above the roads allowing for even late night walks back which are safe and so lovely. We actually hiked a lot and this was a huge highlight of our trip. Walk out the front door straight into the paths all over Portofino in any direction. Couldn’t have been better. We ran the dehumidifiers provided to offset the humidity as we left the house open most days bc the breeze was so good. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022