You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance.
This house is on two floors with white marble floors, two double bedrooms, one single room with a pull out bed and two bathrooms. One bathroom has a large bath. The house enters from the street and is very private. The furniture is of high quality and has been lovingly lived in. The outdoor space is on two levels with plenty of room for outdoor dining and lounging. You can come back from the sea and leave all wet towels and clothes to dry in the sun. We hope you enjoy it!
Property manager
Julia Basso
Languages
English, Italian
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Oven
Dishwasher
Spices
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Towels provided
Soap
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite service
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Near laundromat
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
In a village
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Marina nearby
Winery tours nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Deadbolt lock
Similar properties
UNIQUE: Overlooking the Square, Sea View, Air Conditioning, 2 Bathrooms, SPA
UNIQUE: Overlooking the Square, Sea View, Air Conditioning, 2 Bathrooms, SPA
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
About the neighborhood
Vernazza, Liguria
What's nearby
Vernazza Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Footpath Vernazza-Monterosso - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Vernazza Ferry - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Corniglia 5 Terre La Spezia - 27 min drive - 5.2 km
Monterosso Beach - 63 min drive - 21.3 km
Getting around
Vernazza Station - 2 min walk
Restaurants
Blue Marlin Cafe - 3 min walk
Il Pirata delle Cinque Terre - 5 min walk
Ristorante Belvedere - 24 min drive
Ananasso Bar - 2 min walk
Panificio Focacceria - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance.?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance. located?
Located in the heart of Vernazza, this vacation home is steps from Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area and Vernazza Beach. Footpath Vernazza-Monterosso and Vernazza Ferry are also within 5 minutes. Vernazza Station is only a 2-minute walk.
Have a question?
Beta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Casa Carla Beautiful private home with large terrace and gated entrance. Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 67 reviews
10 - Excellent
44
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 67 reviews
8 - Good
13
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 67 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
9.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Travis
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paolo was wonderful and kind host. The village of Vernazza was very charming and picturesque! The property was a little beat up- one of the windows wouldn’t shut and there was a storm that night the window was banging and it scared my youngest son. Although, you had to climb a significant amount of stairs to get to the property, it felt like it was straight out of a movie.
The property is very much a part of Vernazza and Cinque Terre. We were greated by the host and escorted to the property and given a tour of the house. Beautiful views of town. Close to train station.
Carolyn I.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yvette
17 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Paolo and his team were so nice. The people of vernazza are warm and hospitable. This was my second trip to vernazza and having a place to stay in the village itself was key to our experience.
Wonderful base for our 6 night stay in Cinque Terre. 2 couples and we loved this apartment with 2 balconies. Paolo and Julia were great hosts and made check-in and out very easy. Lots of stairs to climb and train station nearby but this only added to the charm. Highly recommend this apartment.
This is a great central place to stay in Cinque Terre. After visiting all five towns Vernazza is quite possibly best in terms of scenery and convenience. Both trails were open to hike to Monterosso and Corniglia while all other legs to the south were shut. Plenty of restaurants and shops all around. Overall very good.
Paolo, our host, kindly greeted us while running his restaurant and gave us some pointers about the town. This 3 bedroom apartment is perfectly located up just a few steps to the top of the building with views of the train station and all the businesses in the Main Street. When all the tourists leave for the day, you will be glad you stayed. Great service. Great restaurants everywhere.
The house was well located. Nice terrace. Close to everything. Also, close to the train station which is making a bit of noise but I think it is difficult to avoid that because the train station is located close to almost everything in Vernazza.
Andreas Vad N.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert
11 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful apartment. Very hard to climb to if you have heavy bags. Nice kitchen. Great patio. Plenty of space. Enjoyed it thoroughly.
Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
paula
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at Casa Carla. The Two floor apartment had everything we needed. There were 5 of us and if was great to have the privacy of two floors and two bathrooms! There was a small washer for laundry and we hung the clothes out to dry on the lovely terrace. There was early morning street noise and as others have mentioned you can hear the train. It wasn’t an issue for us. It was nice to have A/C too. Great location! Just up a few sets of stairs on beautiful back alley.
Short walk from train station we checked in at the restaurant owned by VRBO owner. A helpful gentleman threw 2 of our bags on his shoulder and we started the steep pathway to Casa Carla. The steps mentioned in other reviews are no joke! I counted almost 100 from the Main Street and short walk to the beautiful piazza by the sea. Casa Carla was well worth the climb and Vernazza was more beautiful than I could ever describe! Just a suggestion to pack light if possible.
We stayed in the apartment for 3 nights. It was perfect for the four of us (there was even an additional bedroom where my son-in-law could work if necessary). It was very clean and exactly as pictured and described in the listing. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen and enjoyed breakfast on the terrace each morning. My daughter and I also enjoyed a glass of local wine on the terrace after our hikes. We received our booking confirmation promptly with instructions on how to check in. The owners were very friendly! The steps to Casa Carla weren’t a problem and neither was the noise from the train.
Debi S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
6/10 Okay
Eugene M.
2 October 2023
Close to Everything
We stayed with friends for 3 nights at Casa Carla. Positives: close to everything in Vernazza, spacious apartment with nice outside terraces for relaxing.
Negatives: Very noisy. We were only 100 meters from the train station and the noise from that was problematic. Also, being on the main street, noise from garbage collection at 5am was also unexpected. The apartment was clean but very dated and there wasn't much interior sitting room for 4 people except at the table.
Another factor: There are a lot of steps to get to the apartment so hauling luggage up from the train was also a challenge.
Bottom line: apartment was adequate but nothing spectacular. Views of the ocean were limited.
Eugene M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Adrian F.
13 July 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Tired
It is in a great location and has lots of outside space. However everything is very tired and out of date. The upstairs patio chairs were so rusty they would break. No instructions in apartment on what to do with rubbish, nothing said at meeting with your rep. No tea towels, no washing pods for dishwasher. The shower in downstairs had no wall attachment and side of bath broken.
This could be a beautiful place if some tender loving care given to it
The fridge and freezer desperately need cleaning and replacing
Adrian F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Syd P.
18 September 2023
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
GREAT, BUT NOT AS GOOD AS IT COULD BE!
The apartment has great potential in terms of its size, its wonderful outdoor areas and its location but we were disappointed with the cleanliness (eg fridge and cupboards), unkept promises (assistance with luggage on arrival) and the maintenance of the property. Trains were noisy but we got used to them and they almost added to the experience. Still had a great time and it was still a fantastic base from which to explore Cinque Terra, but a shame more attention has not been given to detail. There are 79 steps up from street level (not untypical in Vernazza) and in the week we were there, we witnessed multiple falls and injuries on one individual step, so climbing not for the physically faint and care needed on descent.
Syd P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Simone B.
23 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Slightly frustrating in a beautiful place
The first thing you need to know about this property is that it is 72 steps up. It was really hard to drag our luggage up.
To check in, you have to go to town and find this guy who works in a restaurant. The address given is not the place. When I went it was wrong, but some old timers sitting outside asked me who I was looking for. I gave them the name, they instantly recognized it, and told me where to find him. (Charming experience.)
I was unfortunate enough to leave my passport, id and credit cards behind when I checked out. I was miles away when I discovered this, and traumatized. I contacted the owner who was kind enough to go check for them in the unit. She said she would call me back. I waited. Finally, I called her and she said did not find them.
Two days later on our way to the airport, the next guest contacted me to let me know she found them. My trip had to be cut short because of this. How I wish the owner had looked a little more closely. Of course, it is my responsibility not to leave things this important behind, but I would been able to finish my trip as planned if she had looked a little more closely.
Vernazza is gorgeous, but there are flies to contend with. The flies made it hard to enjoy our outside space. You will not find a modern place in Vernazza, that is part of the charm. This place was dated, but clean and functional.
We could not figure out how to use the coffee pot, though.
This property housed our group well. Lots of space and beds. We loved the location despite the stairs! The locked gate gave us added security as we were a group of women. We did use the washing machine and felt very Italian by hanging our laundry out to dry. It was right off the Cinque Terre Trail and close To the train station. One member of our group was very sad that the coffee maker didn’t work. Great stay at a great price
The renovated barn provides access to all Tuscany has to offer. From the cable cab in Certaldo to the exciting vineyards of the environs you have the opportunity to enjoy all. We loved the patio for sunsets, the barbecue for al fresco dining and the vistas of the country side. Gambassi provided a wonderful Enoteca for local wines and information. Leonardo spent time acclimating us to all the wonderful amenities. A perfect place for a extraordinary holiday. Great restaurants and vineyards close by. Highly recommended but be aware of the 1km gravel entrance drive.
Casa Carla was perfect for our group of 5 people.
We loved sitting on the terrace, watching the people below and the trains come and go. It is quite a climb with luggage, but worth it.
Centrally located in Veenqzza, the uphill trek to and from Casa Carla really gives the impression of how the local lives. The property is perfect for family, the patio which overlooks the village is perfect for morning coffee or late night relaxing.
Comfortable and cozy.
We all loved this location and property. It's in a great location, except there are a lot of stairs. We found out there are a lot of stairs throughout Cinque Terre. I can't think of one thing we didn't like. The patio was great. It had a good view of the main street to watch the activities below.
It was clean, the host was helpful answering questions. We needed to check in at the restaurant, it is Tavern/Bar del Capitano. We had a bit of trouble finding it. Other than that our stay was perfect. The food at the restaurant was yummy.
I would love to go back.
Thank you for a great vacation.
The house was as described and was clean and close to the trail. The deck was nice and spacious. It is recommended to agree on communication ahead of time as we had a minor question that was left unanswered through VRBO message; however, they have a restaurant in town so assume we could have gone into town to ask.
We stayed at Casa Carla for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. Although you need to take quite a few stairs to get to the apartment it is well worth it. The views of the city and the main street are great. You are a short walk to everything Vernazza has to offer. The apartment beds are comfortable and it has everything you would need to make your stay special.
This property is perfectly Vernazza. Tucked up and around, both the indoor and outdoor spaces remind visitors that they have arrived.
Leah S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Erika M.
28 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Decent place, could use better customer service
The hosts just completely stopped replying to our messages through the app after our initial inquiry into the non-functioning fridge when we first checked in, not did they answer literally any other messages during our stay. We didn’t even receive an answer when we inquired about how to check out. I had to try to call the host multiple times on the morning that we were supposed to be leaving, and when THAT was met with no answer, eventually my partner had to walk down to the Main Street to try to find the owners because we didn’t know what to do. This was stressful and pretty frustrating.
The food at the restaurant owned by the hosts is wonderful. Best Trofie pasta and pesto we had in Cinque Terre, hands down.
The unit was cool- It has its own little courtyard outside where you can see the town and is pretty spacious. It’s very close to the main town area and the train station, which is super convenient.
The sound from the train station is super loud, especially at night/ Besides the sound of the trains coming and going, you can hear the “ding ding” of the doors closing & the announcements from the station speakers clear as day from like 6/7 am to midnight.
The power kept going out & we didn't know there was a breaker by the front door to turn it all back on. When we got there initially the fridge was off and defrosting because of it. It happened (& the fridge kept shutting off) several times throughout our stay when we were sleeping or out so we decided not to use the fridge much as it didn’t seem like we could trust it.
There aren't really any extra supplies, so bring laundry soap, paper towel, garbage bags, napkins, a new sponge, etc. Relatively clean unit overall, but the kitchen and its contents could have used a deep clean
The property is a unique 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. It is clean but needs a little bit of TLC. Lots of outdoor space. It is a good walk up and down from the home to the street. I would definitely rent again but pack lighter. You are in Vernazza. Both the home and location are beautiful and a great "start exploring" kick off point.