Name: Villa Carmela
Address: Via Smeraldo 38, 84010 Conca dei Marini, Italy, Via Smeraldo 38, Campania, 84010, Italy
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $161 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Vacation Homes Villa Carmela

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Via Smeraldo 38, 84010 Conca dei Marini, Italy –

The apartment has a stunning view and it was a great place for a vacation with kids (who loved the pool!). The place is well kept. Amalfi is just 10 minute drive away and there are few lovely restaurants in the Conca dei Marini village. Friendly hosts.

Anonymous

Finland

Location was superb. Spacious. Good parking for where it is. Views were exceptional.

Graham

United Kingdom

The location was great with easy connection to a beautiful beach and other highlights of the coast. Bus stop just outside the garden gate and an easy 1hr walk to Amalfi for the sporty one. The terrace view is superb.

Laura

Italy

The host met us and took us up to our apartment and showed us around, she even surprised us with Honeymoon decorations it was a lovely touch. The location was amazing and the view was stunning.

Mel

United Kingdom

We found a brilliant cove/beach 10 minute walk to the left of the apartment down a path just past and next to the hotel and down 300 steps. Well worth the walk. Apparently Jackie Kennedy used to go their. and there's 3 restaurants down there.

Dan

United Kingdom

Host did not meet us for check in, collected the keys from the cleaner who sadly spoke no English. Was not given any information on check out times or when we would get out deposit back. Did not meet the host until the last day. Would have liked some information on the area and recommendations for places to eat and drink from the host.

Laura

United States of America

Sea view is beautiful! The hosts are very helpful and kind. Pool is good addition.

Tara

Finland

The view was magnificent, every time we looked out. Really great hosts. We had a perfect holiday. Parking like the rich and famous, in private rock parking, with elevator straight to the apartment. Tip: The Amalfi Coast has narrow streets en NO parking space. So rent a boat or a scooter, instead of a big car. Also restaurants nearby pick you up at your Villa Carmela. And there is a busstop in front of the house. PERFECT.

Longchamp

Netherlands

Stunning view. Good that it had a pool but it was quite cold!

Debbie

United Kingdom

Amazing view and very friendly hosts. Kitchen facilities was good, and the pool is very nice but not for people who can't swim as it is quite deep.

Jørgen

Denmark

9.3

Excellent location!

What guests loved the most:
“The apartment has a stunning view and it was a great place for a vacation with kids (who loved the pool!). The place is well kept.”

Finland
“Location was superb. Spacious. Good parking for where it is. Views were exceptional.”

Graham United Kingdom
“The location was great with easy connection to a beautiful beach and other highlights of the coast. Bus stop just outside the garden gate and an easy 1hr walk to Amalfi for the sporty one.”

Laura Italy
“The host met us and took us up to our apartment and showed us around, she even surprised us with Honeymoon decorations it was a lovely touch. The location was amazing and the view was stunning.”

Mel United Kingdom
“We found a brilliant cove/beach 10 minute walk to the left of the apartment down a path just past and next to the hotel and down 300 steps. Well worth the walk.”

Dan United Kingdom
“Host did not meet us for check in, collected the keys from the cleaner who sadly spoke no English. Was not given any information on check out times or when we would get out deposit back.”

Laura United States of America
“Sea view is beautiful! The hosts are very helpful and kind. Pool is good addition.”

Tara Finland
“The view was magnificent, every time we looked out. Really great hosts. We had a perfect holiday. Parking like the rich and famous, in private rock parking, with elevator straight to the apartment.”

Longchamp Netherlands
“Stunning view. Good that it had a pool but it was quite cold!”

Debbie United Kingdom
“Amazing view and very friendly hosts. Kitchen facilities was good, and the pool is very nice but not for people who can't swim as it is quite deep.”

Jørgen Denmark

One of our top picks in Conca dei Marini.Set in Conca dei Marini, a 5-minute walk from La Conca Azzurra, and Emerald Grotto reachable within 656 feet, Villa Carmela offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and free WiFi.

Each unit is fitted with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a fireplace, a seating area with a sofa, a TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer. A fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

The holiday home offers a terrace.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 39 mi from the property.

This is our guests' favorite part of Conca dei Marini, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Villa Carmela wurde in den 70er Jahren an der amalfitanischen Küste von unseren Grosseltern gebaut. Die Küste war und ist bis heute ein Ferien- und Rückzugsort für die Einheimischen aus den Grossstädten. Nun befindet sich die Villa weiterhin im Familienbesitz und wurde in den letzten Jahren Schritt für Schritt renoviert. Auf einer Fläche von ca. 600 m2 sind 4 Appartements und Terrassen entstanden. 3 von den 4 Appartements vermieten wir an Turisten. Die Lage der Villa ist optimal, denn diese befindet sich im malerischen Ort von Conca Dei Marini, zwischen Amalfi und Praiano. Da unser Grossvater hier als Arzt seine Arztpraxis hatte, befindet sich direkt vor der Tür eine Bushaltestelle. Zudem liegt die Villa 150 mt von einer der Hauptattraktionen der Amalfiküste: "La Grotta dello Smeraldo" (Die Smaragdgrotte). IN den 90er Jahren wurde die Villa um einen ca. 30m2 Pool ergänzt. Die Benutzung des Pools ist ab Juli garantiert. Im Juni bleibt es wetterabhängig.

Wir sind eine deutsch-italienische Familie und leben in Neapel, Wolfsburg und frankfurt am Main.

Languages spoken: German, English, Italian

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Area Info

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Emerald Grotto
0.1 miles
Villa Rufolo
3.1 miles
Spiaggia Grande
4.4 miles
Positano Port
4.4 miles
Spiaggia del Fornillo
4.7 miles
Li Galli Island
7.6 miles
Seiano Circumvesuviana Train Station
8 miles
Vico Equense Circumvesuviana Train Station
8 miles
Meta Circumvesuviana Train Station
8.2 miles
Piano di Sorrento Circumvesuviana Train Station
8.5 miles

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Le Bontá del Capo Restaurant
0.6 miles
Supermarket L'angolo della Spesa Supermarket
0.6 miles
G.A.S. Bar Cafe/Bar
1.2 miles
La Conca Azzurra Restaurant
0.1 miles
La Conca Azzurra Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
Lido Capo di Conca Restaurant
0.2 miles
Lido Capo di Conca Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Fjord of Furore Beach
4,450 feet

Closest Airports *

Capodichino Airport
23.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The host met us and took us up to our apartment and showed us around, she even surprised us with Honeymoon decorations it was a lovely touch. The location was a...”

Mel

United Kingdom

9.5

“The location was great with easy connection to a beautiful beach and other highlights of the coast. Bus stop just outside the garden gate and an easy 1hr walk t...”

Laura

Italy

9.5

“We found a brilliant cove/beach 10 minute walk to the left of the apartment down a path just past and next to the hotel and down 300 steps. Well worth the...”

Dan

United Kingdom

9.1

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Refundable damage deposit

A EUR100 damage deposit is required on arrival (around USD110.89). This deposit will be fully refunded at check-out, as long as there isn't any damage to the property.

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Pets are not allowed.

The Fine Print

Swimming pool is available from 1 July to 30 September.

A damage deposit of EUR 100 is required on arrival. That's about 110.89USD. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Please inform Villa Carmela of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

“The apartment has a stunning view and it was a great place for a vacation with kids (who loved the pool!). The place is well kept. Amalfi is just 10 minute drive away and there are few lovely restaurants in the Conca dei Marini village. Friendly hosts.”

“The location was great with easy connection to a beautiful beach and other highlights of the coast. Bus stop just outside the garden gate and an easy 1hr walk to Amalfi for the sporty one. The terrace view is superb. ”

“The host met us and took us up to our apartment and showed us around, she even surprised us with Honeymoon decorations it was a lovely touch. The location was amazing and the view was stunning.”

“We found a brilliant cove/beach 10 minute walk to the left of the apartment down a path just past and next to the hotel and down 300 steps. Well worth the walk. Apparently Jackie Kennedy used to go their. and there's 3 restaurants down there.”

“Host did not meet us for check in, collected the keys from the cleaner who sadly spoke no English. Was not given any information on check out times or when we would get out deposit back. Did not meet the host until the last day. Would have liked some information on the area and recommendations for places to eat and drink from the host.”

“The view was magnificent, every time we looked out. Really great hosts. We had a perfect holiday. Parking like the rich and famous, in private rock parking, with elevator straight to the apartment. Tip: The Amalfi Coast has narrow streets en NO parking space. So rent a boat or a scooter, instead of a big car. Also restaurants nearby pick you up at your Villa Carmela. And there is a busstop in front of the house. PERFECT.”

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Reviewed: August 4, 2019

Graham
United Kingdom
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Just needed some air con and some assistance with insect control. Specifically Ants..
Location was superb. Spacious. Good parking for where it is. Views were exceptional.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 23, 2019

Anonymous
Finland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 21 nights
The apartment has a stunning view and it was a great place for a vacation with kids (who loved the pool!). The place is well kept. Amalfi is just 10 minute drive away and there are few lovely restaurants in the Conca dei Marini village. Friendly hosts.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: June 26, 2019

Laura
Italy

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Fab&Convenient”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The wifi was not always available which caused us some difficulties (work related). It is not a B&B so no local breakfast is offered in the morning:-(
The location was great with easy connection to a beautiful beach and other highlights of the coast. Bus stop just outside the garden gate and an easy 1hr walk to Amalfi for the sporty one. The terrace view is superb.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 8, 2019

Susan
United States of America
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 12 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Did not have many amenities. Given only 2 sandpaper soft towels. There was no coffee maker, toaster or microwave. The dishes and cooking utensils were inadequate for cooking. The shower did not drain well. No instruction on appliances The restaurant was not close by and certainly not next door. The grocer was too far to walk to. And was uphill all the way with about 1,000steps up. We took bus to Amalfi to buy supples. I felt the description was not accurate. Had to wait 7 days for clean towels. Please note that getting around can be difficult. The taxis charge exorbitant rates. The buses are good but often full. Loved Conca dei Marini. And the view was good. There was a lift from the street up to the apartment. This was great since there were about 6- 7 flights of stairs.
Loved the view

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: May 8, 2019

Mel
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

“It was perfect, would definitely recommend a stay there.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 6 nights
We had slight issues with the water pressure in the shower and discussed this with the host but she said that it was the local area, we had good and bad days with it but other than that, all was extremely good.
The host met us and took us up to our apartment and showed us around, she even surprised us with Honeymoon decorations it was a lovely touch. The location was amazing and the view was stunning.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Dan
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Vacation Home
- • Stayed 5 nights
Not enough information about local amenities on arrival. The parking is like Batman in the batcave but very very tight for 2 estate cars.
We found a brilliant cove/beach 10 minute walk to the left of the apartment down a path just past and next to the hotel and down 300 steps. Well worth the walk. Apparently Jackie Kennedy used to go their. and there's 3 restaurants down there.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: September 30, 2018

Laura
United States of America
9.2

“The villa is absolutely stunning. The area is perfect. Views from the villa are beautiful.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The host should have come and checked that we had settled in and answered any questions we had.
Host did not meet us for check in, collected the keys from the cleaner who sadly spoke no English. Was not given any information on check out times or when we would get out deposit back. Did not meet the host until the last day. Would have liked some information on the area and recommendations for places to eat and drink from the host.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: July 19, 2018

Daniel
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Happy days”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could have done with a microwave and toaster
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Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 8, 2018

Tara
Finland

2 helpful votes
7.9

“Totally recommendable for those who are not afraid of driving in narrow roads”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The car is a must since there are no restaurants or mercados near by. One beach can be reached by foot but one needs to walk on street which is dangerously narrow.
Sea view is beautiful! The hosts are very helpful and kind. Pool is good addition.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: June 13, 2018

Anna
United States of America
8.3

“Fabulous views.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 4 nights
Know ahead of time that you will need to make a cash security deposit on arrival of 100Euros. This was not mentioned in the Booking.com fine print. It will be returned but just know you need that cash on hand.
Once you deal with the sticker shock of accomodations on Amalfi Coast (i.e. Positano), you might want to look farther afield. Conca dei Marini is between Amalfi and Positano and you can easily get around on bus. The views at this property are to die for...you might not want to leave and tour the area. There is a bus stop right outside the property but none of the bus drivers seemed to know about it. However there are well known stops just a short walk on either side (Hotel Belvedere to south) and Picadilly ceramics (which had some good prices) to the north). Make sure you walk on the outside of the road. There is a good market in town - but town is directly above you. I walked the first time and it was doable but took an hour round trip. Your best bet is to eat at the fabulous restaurant next door to the market and do your shopping while you wait for dinner to arrive. Ristorante Le Bonta Del Capo. They will send a driver to pick you up. Fabulous view, great food and reasonably priced. There will be info in apt.

Stayed in June 2018
Reviewed: April 30, 2018

Longchamp
Netherlands
9.6

“One our best Locations ever!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 7 nights
The view was magnificent, every time we looked out. Really great hosts. We had a perfect holiday. Parking like the rich and famous, in private rock parking, with elevator straight to the apartment. Tip: The Amalfi Coast has narrow streets en NO parking space. So rent a boat or a scooter, instead of a big car. Also restaurants nearby pick you up at your Villa Carmela. And there is a busstop in front of the house. PERFECT.

Stayed in April 2018
Reviewed: October 7, 2017

Anonymous
Denmark
9.6

“Most beautiful location and balcony.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was too hard. An extra top madras would be appreciated.
Fantastic view from private terrace. Wonderful pool. We were all alone in the villa and stayed at the top flat with a large balcony.

Stayed in October 2017
Reviewed: October 1, 2017

Debbie
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
6.7

“Very relaxing and stunning views.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Parking in the cave, scratched the car several times. Would not recommend getting a car, roads are very scary. Public transport is OK and the bigger restaurants will collect you and take you back for free. The villa was very basic and there wasn't even a kettle!
Stunning view. Good that it had a pool but it was quite cold!

Stayed in September 2017
Reviewed: September 2, 2017

Yelena
United States of America

3 helpful votes
6.3

“Rare find on the coast with parking, elevator and the pool. The only thing is missing - A/C.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Vacation Home
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property needs air condition.
The parking, elevator and the pool.

Stayed in August 2017
Reviewed: August 29, 2017

Jørgen
Denmark
Age group: 35 – 44
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • One-Bedroom House
- • Stayed 11 nights
The WIFI was very bad (extremely slow), and it might as well not be there. The parking is a challange, don't plan to stay there with a big car.
Amazing view and very friendly hosts. Kitchen facilities was good, and the pool is very nice but not for people who can't swim as it is quite deep.

Stayed in August 2017

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