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Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea

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A bay in San Terenzo
San Terenzo Public Beach and Castle. 90 seconds' walk from the apartment.
Kitchen/Dining Room; original archway into Living Room.
The garden with summer shower and BBQ area. Door leading to 'Rustico' bedroom.
Del Tongo Kitchen with marble worktop. Extendable dining table. Large closet.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Frazione di Lerici, La Spezia
  • San Terenzo Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lerici Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • La Baia Blu
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • La Spezia (QLP-Sarzana-Luni)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea

This delightful, air-conditioned, modern, quiet garden flat is in the historic heart of San Terenzo, 150 meters from the sandy beach, on a pedestrian street. Made up of 3 main areas: a fully equipped (dishwasher, washing machine) eat in kitchen leading, through a stone arch, to the evening area, with double bed and sofa bed in the Sitting Room Area. Which opens onto a beautiful Italian garden with lemon and quince trees, perfect for evening meals in the summer, with a dining table and barbecue as well as an outdoor shower.

The shower room is tiled in Bisazza Tiles and has a local slate basin top.

The third area is a separate bedroom, accessed through the garden, with a double bed and wardrobe. There is also a second toilet that can be accessed from the garden.

San Terenzo offers a great array of restaurants, stores and markets. The food is classic Mediterranean, with excellent local sea food caught daily. I will provide you with a location document, with recommendations for places to eat and visit.

There's satellite and smart TV, and an independent heating system (even though temperatures in the apartment rarely fall below 14 C degrees even in winter).

Property manager

Laurence Relton

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT011016C2XWQZB65A

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 EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lerici

Located in Lerici, this apartment is near the beach. La Spezia Cruise Terminal and Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lerici Beach and Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area. Consider LaSpeziaExpo for a night out or Enoteca la Civilta del Bere e Altro if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Frazione di Lerici, La Spezia

What's nearby

  • San Terenzo Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lerici Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • La Baia Blu - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Porto di Lerici - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lerici Castle - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Cà di Boschetti Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cristobal Ristorante - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bar Gambin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Perla - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bar Pasticceria Oriani - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carpe Diem - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic air-conditioned apartment with private garden, by the sea located?

This family-friendly Lerici apartment building is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of San Terenzo Castle and Lerici Beach. San Terenzo Beach and Gulf of La Spezia are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returned for another pleasant seaside holiday
We have been visiting San Terenzo for many years, always staying in the same apartment. It's well equipped, clean, and the layout of accommodation suits our family and guests with whom we travel. Location is excellent, just a few paces from the beach and a pleasant stroll around the bay to Lerici. Frequent bus connections to La Spezia and Sarzana.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jochen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
mehr Italien geht nicht
die etwas in die Jahre gekommene Wohnung liegt in einer traumhaften Altstadtgasse. Das ist Italien pur! Direkt gegenüber der Wohnung befindet sich eines der besten Restaurants des Städtchens. Dennoch dringt sehr sehr wenig Lärm in die Wohnung! Es sind rund 2 Gehminuten zum (in der Hauptsaison überfüllten) Strand. Jedoch gibt es unweit alternative Strände (bezahlte und unbezahlte). Ein Fischgeschäft und unzählige Bäcker und Bars in denen sich ein Kaffee geniessen lässt um den Tag entspaant zu beginnen. Parken muss man auf einem der beiden öffentlichen gebührenpflichtigen Parkplätze (Wochenticket 50€). ACHTUNG: es wird streng kontrolliert!!! Die Parkplätze liegen ca 5 und 8 Gehminuten von der Wohnung entfernt, aber das macht die gute Lage der Wohnung 10 Mal wett. Tagesausflüge nach Pisa, Lucca und Florenz sind mit 1 bzw. 1,5 Stunden Fahrtzeit mit dem Auto sehr gut möglich. Wir haben unseren Urlaub in San Terenzo sehr genossen. Gerne wieder einmal!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Wohnung in fantastischer Lage
Die Wohnung liegt in einer Gasse in San Terenzo ca. 3 Gehminuten vom Stand entfernt. Die Lage ist ruhig, dennoch zentral mit vielen Restaurants in der Nähe. San Terenzo ist auf angenehme Art kleiner als die Nachbarorte und hat trotzdem alles, was man braucht. Die Wohnung ist gut ausgestattet und hat einen Garten, in dem man entspannt faulenzen kann. Die Räume sind bei Bedarf klimatisiert. Wir waren zu fünft (2 Erwachsene und 3 Kinder) und das ging sehr gut. Die Nachbarorte (La Spezia und Lerici) sind gut via Bus erreichbar (für Fahrkarten am besten die App DropTicket nutzen), von dort gehen Züge und Fähren. Nach Lerici kann man aber auch entspannt laufen (ca. 20 Minuten). Wenn man mit dem Auto kommt, muss man etwas außerhalb parken, aber das ist nicht schlimm. Aber schön auf die Parkgebühr achten, die Kolleg*innen vor Ort sind auf Zack und gucken auch Am Sonntagmorgen, das habe ich am eigenen Leib erfahren ;) Insgesamt eine tolle Wohnung in einem wirklich schönen Ort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances parfaites
Propriétaire charmant, appartement idéalement situé..très belles vacances et déjà envie d y retourner .Merci
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frauke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Italienisches Flair direkt vor der Haustür
Die Wohnung liegt in einer kleinen italienischen Gasse, 3 Minuten Fußweg vom Meer entfernt. Ein idealer Ort um entspannt Urlaub zu machen, da alles fußläufig im Nu erreichbar ist. Den kleinen lauschigen Garten haben wir gerne zum frühstücken genutzt. Die Kinder konnten selbstständig zum Strand gehen. Es fahren viele Busse, man braucht nicht zwingend ein Auto (zumal die Parksituation schwierig ist).
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Michele R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bell'appartamento a pochi passi dal mare
Appartamento di dimensione ideale per una famiglia di 3-4 persone con l'aggiunta di una camera da letto matrimoniale separata e di un giardino interno molto ben curato. Note negative: bagno interno senza finestra (con ventola) e generale umidità della casa . A 3 min a piedi dal mare.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

SABRINA O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquilla e comoda
La casa si è presentata comoda e funzionale! In un vicolo in cui l’assenza delle auto garantisce il silenzio ma a due minuti dalla spiaggia, dal lungomare e dai negozi! Il giardino un gioiello che abbiamo sfruttato per i pasti ed il relax! L’unico aspetto negativo della vacanza la spiaggia troppo piccola ed affollata
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Klee

Wunderbar!
Eine sehr schöne, sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtete, großzügige Wohnung, ideal gelegen, nur wenige Schritte vom Strand, sehr ruhig, mit einem wunderschönen kleinen Garten - wir wollen nächstes Jahr wieder kommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

jon H.

Ok. Not great, but ok
Its basic. Nice location, but quite small, very hot At night, not really that comfortable. Beds quite hard, kitchen pretty basic. Would stay there again to be honest.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Karin F.

a very nice apartment with a fantastic location, only 100 m from the beach
This is nice and modern apartment right in the middle of the village of San Terenzo, very Close to the beach. We also really appreciated the Little garden where it was nice to relax in the afternoon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

Nice, comfortable apartment with a small, but lovely garden.
We are so glad we stayed in San Terranzo instead of the Cinque Terra which is incredibly commercial and crowded. Instead, we were in a small town with friendly people and delightful restaurants. With a 20 minute walk you can get to the ferry which will take you on a beautiful trip to the other towns. This is the area that the English poets, Shelley and Byron chose to stay and there is a small park named after Shelley in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma B., Suffolk

Beautiful town, lovely apartment
Lovely apartment, well equipped with everything you need. Helpful owners and staff. 2 minutes from seafront. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rosanna V.

Apprezzabile
Situazione in centro comoda giardino piacevole appartamento ben attrezzato un po troppo vintagecomunque bene
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Angela R.

Strandnahe Lage und der kleine Gärten sind perfekt
Die Wohnung ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Schade nur nicht sehr gut gepflegt... Trotzdem eine erholsame Woche verbracht auch wenn es mit der Parkerei etwas nervig war. Es ist wirklich nur ein Katzensprung zum Strand, zu Läden und Lokalen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bob P., Oakville. Ontario Canada

A Great Place and a Great Location
This property was exactly as described and just steps away from great beaches in San Terenzo. It was very clean and equipped with high quality furniture and appliances and kitchen ware. Monia, the manager, was extremely helpful and responded very quickly and effectively to all of our requests. It is further from the Cinque Terre villages than we expected and taking the 30 minute ferry ride to them is quite expensive, especially for us Canadians. However we did find a much cheaper alternative by taking the bus to La Spezia and then the train to Cinque Terre.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Pleasant apartment in the lovely village of San Terenzo only yards from the sea.
This modern apartment was well furnished and with a very comfortable bed, only yards from the sea and local bars and restaurants but in a delightful small Italian town. Very little English spoken but locals very eager to help. The larger and more touristy town of Lerici only 3k scenic seafront walk away where boats leave for the Cinque Terre on a regular basis. Buses to La Spezia run frequently as they do in the other direction to Sazana. A small enclosed garden comes with the apartment, furnished with new loungers, table and chairs. The apartment manager Monia speaks English and is very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rietha K.

Perfect location
Perfect location! Perfect holiday town, with sandy beach, warm water, very few foreign tourists, no overcrowding like Cinque Terre. The apartment is modern and well equipped. The lovely, big garden is unfortunately mosquito infested, so out of bounds.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Location could not have been better
This great ground floor apartment was perfect for our family holiday, it was more spacious than the photos suggested, and stayed nice and cool on the midday heat. Under a minute to the beach, great coffee shops and restaurants. San Terenzo is a great location for exploring the Cinque Terra, we even managed a day trip on the train to Florence. I hope we can return someday. Thank you Laurence.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diana E., London

A wonderful slice of life in Italy
I have just returned from a wonderful week here with my 21-year-old daughter. This beautiful apartment is very well equipped and comfortable and we found it remained cool both during the day and at night. Although we ate out a great deal at the excellent local restaurants it was convenient to have a kitchen with decent pans, knives etc to cook the odd meal "at home" and eat at the table in the garden which provides ample shade as well as sun. At night the apartment was very quiet which I appreciated greatly being a light sleeper. We travelled without a car but were able to use the apartment as a base to visit other parts of Liguria such as the Cinque Terre and Tellaro by local bus and ferry - when we were able to tear ourselves away from San Terenzo, that is. The town is a very special place with a pretty local beach that is also excellent for swimming. As well as dining out we enjoyed going out for breakfast or aperitivi in the local bars and found people very friendly. The owner was helpful in correspondence ahead of the stay and provided extensive information prior to our arrival. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner's father who had that rare combination of being both welcoming and unintrusive, providing us with helpful local info. All in all a wonderful stay and we would gladly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cressida B., London

An excellent apartment
The flat in San Terenzo is very much as described - in a perfect location, with everything you could need just a stones throw away. It is very well equipped and we very much enjoyed the outdoor shower and the garden. The beach is a little crowded for my taste but you can nip out for a swim and back in no time. An added bonus was the delightful company of the owner's parents who could not have been kinder. We took several outings by bus and boat and discovered that La Spezia is suprisingly nice and has great food ( sadly we found the local places to be less enjoyable ). All told a great place to stay though.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

A village by the sea offering everything you need for a relaxing break
This apartment lived up to its description - attractive, modern, fully equipped and housed in a traditional building. On our doorstep we had a home made pasta shop, a delicatessen, a fishmonger and as small supermarket with the best bread we have ever tasted. The village is bustling and friendly with a beautifully maintained beach and the choice of lovely restaurants and bars and all within a few minutes from the apartment. We walked to the next village to catch the ferry to the Cinque Terre and spent a fantastic day sailing along the coast and visiting these beautiful villages. I didn't want to come home from this holiday!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sara M.

bello comodo con bimbi piccoli
Riscaldamento Comodo centrale Giardino privato Parcheggio comunale gratis prima di maggio Comodo per famiglie Per accedere alla seconda stanza bisogna uscire di fuori Pulizia all'arrivo un po'così così (lenzuola, cucina, pavimento)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marta S.

Ottima soluzione per soggiornare a San Terenzo
La casa è molto accogliente, accurata e funzionale anche per famiglia di 5 persone con bambini piccoli. La descrizione riportata sul sito corrisponde fedelmente a quanto trovato. Il giardino molto sfruttabile anche per mangiar fuori Particolare attenzione e disponibilità è data dal proprietario e dai suoi collaboratori.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Raffaele C.

estate 2015
Bellissimo appartamento nel centro di S.Terenzo. Arredamento moderno e curato. L'appartamento ha un bellissimo giardino dove è possibile pranzare o cenare all'aperto. I proprietari sono stati gentilissimi e molto ospitali. Siamo rimasti molto soddisfatti!....non vediamo l'ora di ritornarci!

About the host

Hosted by Laurence Relton

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I am a practicing solicitor, based in London. I am also an award-winning film Writer and Director, when I get the time...

Why they chose this property

This apartment is very special to me (and almost everyone else who visits). The private garden is rare given that the apartment is in the historic centre of San Terenzo. The location is superb: a quiet, pedestrian street (in terms of peace, much better than being on the Seafront), local shops, supermarkets, 15 restaurants and bars, 4 coffee shops all within 5 minutes' walk. And the beach is just 90 seconds' away. Also, as a spot to visit the Cinque Terre, it's perfect: you can get to the Cinque Terre by boat, by car or bus/train, and you avoid staying in the maelstrom that can be the Cinque Terre.

What makes this property unique

The building hails from the 16th Century. The apartment combines original features (exposed brick archway and detailing) with modern comforts and design. The Garden provides tranquillity and privacy, particulalry during the busier months of Summer.

Languages:

English, French, Italian
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