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one of the terraces
patio with wood oven for pizza

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 11220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
ravello
  • Villa Rufolo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Amalfi Cathedral
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Amalfi Beach
    ‪65 min drive‬
  • Sorrento (RRO-Sorrento Heliport)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage

Modern comforts in the exclusive charme of a period villa with breathtaking views, swimming pool, gardens, terraces and spacious garage.


“PORTA DONICA”, nestled on the beautiful Amalfi Coast, is an elegant private villa which blends the magic atmospheres of the lovingly preserved ancient structure with all the amenities of a modern renovation. Relax by the swimming pool, the ancient belvedere, the plentiful lemon trees and enjoy the efficient lodging and open air reception facilities.


Origins: Origins: the current villa rose in the early 20th century around the ancient tower dating back to the 11th century. This tower, opening the way to the flight of steps that to this day leads with a ten minute walk to the Duomo, was the main gateway to the then flourishing city of Ravello. It was Porta Dominica and its name underwent successive alterations first changing to Porta Domnica and finally to Porta Donica, eventually lending its name to the flight of stairs and the entire district. This historically rich landmark is now conveniently accessible by road and is halfway between the contemporary beauty of the newly constructed auditorium (a design donated to the city by Oscar Neimeyer) and the famous SS. Cosma e Damiano sanctuary.

The Villa: The villa: from the road you access the property through the garage (which houses up to 3 cars) and make your way to the higher floors either by taking advantage of the internal elevator, or by climbing the indoor stairs framed by the scenographic backdrop of the exposed rock formations that constitute the building’s foundation. The unique architectural structure of the villa houses 5 bedrooms (for a total capacity of 10 individuals), each with its own independent bathroom, a great living room with a large fireplace, an elegant colonnade patio, steeping agricultural terraces and outdoor dining area with verandas and well equipped indoor and outdoor kitchen areas. Other convenience features include central heating, air conditioning, telephone land line, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi DSL connectivity.

Outdoors: as convenient as the indoor quarters are, you will mostly enjoy the elegance and relax of open air living by the garden and dining areas overlooking the outdoor swimming pool and the breathtaking view of the coast. A small kitchen, BBQ, pizza oven and toilette serve the area and the lawns, terraces and walkways shaded by lemon trees offer variety and privacy. The orchard will delight you with fresh salad, vegetables and fruit.

Events: the structure is well equipped with ideal areas to host private banquets and receptions. Both of the owners’ sons tested and perfected these facilities by hosting their wedding receptions in the villa.

Rent: the villa is available for rent on a weekly basis to private clients, either families or small groups of friends.

Property manager

T

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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

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
On-site 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT015065104EXT0119

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

About the area

Ravello

Located in Ravello, this villa is near the beach. Amalfi Harbour and Positano Ferry Landing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Atrani Beach and Amalfi Beach. Minerva Garden and Lift to the Sea are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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ravello

What's nearby

  • Villa Rufolo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ravello Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Amalfi Cathedral - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Amalfi Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Amalfi Beach - 65 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Duomo Via Vernieri Station - 30 min drive
  • Salerno (QSR-Costa d'Amalfi) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar Klingsor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Baffone Gelateria Artigianale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria di Gioffi G. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffe calce - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage 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 VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VILLA Porta Donica Ravello great views swimming pool gardens and garage located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Rufolo Gardens and Villa Rufolo. Amalfi Beach is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liam J.

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

Family holiday

Although a lot of steps internally, the quirkyness of the property wins out. Couldn’t eat outside due to European wasps but the pool is fantastic with the best view you could ever ask for
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

beaautiful property

the house has million dollar views and accomodation. it is built into the mountain so thgere are lots of stairs , so not for anyone feeble or has trouble walking or is out of shape, its 187 steps below the square so you will need a car or walk to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Amalfi Coast Dream Experience

Gaetano and Giuseppe were fabulous hosts! Both were invaluable with coordinating transportation, activities and reservations. The Villa itself was spectacular and views were even better than the listing advertised. Location could not have been better. The walkway up into the heart of Ravello was right outside our door. There was a great little am cafe a very short walk to the right and a delicious pizza place just to the left. Turns out Marco owns both and he was another gracious host. Bring your walking shoes as that is the best way to get around the area, and the enormous multi level villa. It is all best enjoyed by fit people, as most all Italians seem to be! Thank you for a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Our best vacation EVER !

Beautiful property with an incredible view ! We were welcomed warmly by Gaetano upon our arrival. He showed us around the property and told us he was always available if we had questions or needs..and he was!! The villa was clean with a well equiped kitchen. We had asked Gaetano a week before we left the States to purchase some food supplies and it was there when we arrived. Later in the week Gaetano cooked a FABULOUS dinner for my wife's birthday. There were ten of us (9 adults and 1 four year old) and we never felt crowded or in each other's space. Plenty of room to be alone ! The pool area is beautiful as is the upper sitting area. We would love to come back, one week is too short a time at Villa Porta Donica !!

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Truly wonderful

A family group of 11 stayed at Villa Porta Donica for 6 days/5 nights. Although very quirky in layout (with many levels of stairs ensuring lots of exercise) because it is built into a cliff, it worked perfectly for us. We cooked and ate most meals there (dinners always at the outdoor dining and seating area) sometimes supplemented with Amalfi lemons growing on beautiful property, walked up to nearby Ravello and down to Amalfi (took taxi back), and when there hung out around the pool or in the living room. The property manager and wife were most helpful arranging a chef for a special dinner, giving us contacts as needed for taxis, and suggesting where to shop for various items needed, and helping us figure out where to park cars ... The only problem was there are no directions at all in the house, which made it difficult to use the appliances or even to know initially which way to walk to town! As for Ravello, it is quieter than the more popular Amalfi coast towns, which was to our liking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maitri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., Hove

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

Wedding home

Very easy check in and check out
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elayne M.

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

Loved Ravello and the Villa Porta Donica

Everyone in our group was thrilled with my choice of Villa Porta Donica. This villa is spectacular! The view is breathtaking. There are so many lovely balconies, patios, and outdoor areas on many levels. The pool was cleaned daily. Someone also came to clean the villa and change bedding and towels. The water pressure is excellent. There are indoor and outdoor kitchens, so if you can't find something you need in one, look in the other. My grandson picked lemons, and we made lemonade. There are many steps inside, and there are many steps to get into the town of Ravello and to the beaches. It is a bit of a challenge for the elderly with regard to the steps, but that was expected when we booked. We were sorry about an unfortunate delay at the airport that caused us to arrive in the middle of the night, which was not ideal for our host. When you book drivers or tours in Ravello, do so through the host. The host booked a ride for us from the airport to the villa, and I had booked a tour for the next day that caused some confusion. I think all of the local drivers must work for the same company. It all worked out fine in the end. It would have been helpful to have a welcome packet or booklet with information about the area with directions and contact information for private rides, a bus schedule (bus stop right in front of the villa), restaurants, groceries, etc. However, we managed to explore the area, and we found our way around for what we needed and wanted to see. We were all happy that we chose the magical town of Ravello and Villa Porta Donica for our trip to the Amalfi Coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

Fabulous Villa

The villa is gorgeous! The views are spectacular. Tano is a wonderful manager. We loved the location. The pool is delightful. The house is clean and comfortable. This home will make your vacation a dream come true!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Mellissa S., Highland Mills, New York

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

Incredible views

This is a fantastic property, but there are a few issues I wish I'd been aware of before booking. First though, the views, location, privacy, and gardens more than make up for the "cons" I'm mentioning below. So if these issues aren't deal breakers for you, then don't let it stop you from booking this incredible home. Ok so LOTS of stairs, but that's typical of the area. The strangest thing about this house is that there are two kitchens - both outdated, and both inconveniently located. The first is in the house, but on the bottom floor, far from the living areas. The second is outside - upstairs and across the yard from the pool. This makes getting coffee or snacks or cold water very inconvenient from inside the house. If you are planning to eat out for all of your meals then it's not a big deal, but it was definitely annoying at times. We found ourselves looking for items that were in the "other kitchen" that required quite a hike to obtain. Also, while there are loads of espresso cups in both kitchens, there is no espresso machine, just the small stovetop coffee pots, which are inconvenient to use. The outside kitchen has an old, basic coffee pot, but honestly for the rental price this house should have a small espresso machine in each kitchen. You can buy them for around $100 and it would make life and mornings easier and more enjoyable for guests. That being said, Tano recommended a bar down the street that had amazing cappuccino and pastries - and incredibly cheap. The owner Marco is friendly and efficient and also has a delicious pizza place up the street where we ate several times - also on Tano's recommendation. Tano suggested some restaurants up in Ravello that were fantastic, and also set us up with a number for a boat that we hired for the day to tour the coast. Side point - Tano is a fantastic property manager and every single thing he recommended was top notch. Another issue to be aware of is the pool. It's shaded all day and freezing cold, but the most important issue is that the tile stairs leading into it are very slippery and one in our party fell on the way in and had a huge bruise as a result. There is a railing, but you still need to be extremely careful getting in and out. We enjoyed the fresh figs, grapes, and plums that were ripe in the garden, and there was wine left for us in the mini fridge, which was also nice. I'd stay again, but hopefully with coffee next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Family holiday to the Amalfi Coast

We are a family group of 10 people who have just arrived back from our wonderful holiday. We were wanting somewhere quiet but also in a convenient location. This quirky villa was perfect for us all. The lay out took some getting used to but this added to the excitement for the younger ones of our group. The views are breathtaking and there are many seated areas around the beautiful gardens to take it in. The kitchens are both well equiped and everything we needed was available. There are quite a few steps to get up into the town but was easily done by my 76 year old father in law, I should add he is fit for his age. The owner told us about a local bus that stopped directly outside the villa and charged us €1.00 each to get up into town, it was always on time and dropped us directly where the main bus stop was to get to Amalfi town. My main concern about this holiday was not hiring a car, but I'm so glad we didn't. The transport to other areas, although busy was effecient and cheap. The owner put us in touch with a local chef who cooked for us one evening, the food was amazing and there was plenty left over which we used the following day. I would highly recommend their service. We definitely made the right decision on Ravello for our destination, out of the other towns on the Amalfi coast. They were all beautiful but very busy and we were always relieved to get back to the peace and tranquility of Ravello. Once we had booked this villa the owner was very helpful with any enquiries before our holiday. He was at the villa to show us around and was available throughout our stay for any enquiries and he also booked us into a pizza restaurant a minutes walk from the villa, great value for money with excellent views and just what we needed after a day travelling there. There is also a quaint little bar down the hill, literally 5 minutes walk. We sat outside under what the children called a cave. The service was pleasant and the prices were good too. We definitely had a wonderful family holiday in this beautiful location and we made the right choice with Villa Porta Donica.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David W., United States of America

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

Fantastic...

This was our second visit to Porta Donica, and it couldn't have been nicer. The location is perfect, incredible views, quick access to town. And Tano is the best, he makes everything easy. It's a unique experience, wonderful. Thanks, Tano...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

toni g.

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

This place is amazing!

We had an incredible time at Villa Porta Donica! The house is amazing, expansive, clean, well equipped, well situated and charming. Check in was easy and welcoming. The house manager, Tano, is lovely and always easy, informative, quick and friendly to communicate with. We spent most days by the gorgeous pool constantly astounded by the view. It was super relaxing yet close enough to the centre for everything you need and the hustle and bustle of village life. A very special please! We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann G.

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

Ravello wedding week

Our family loved this property. The house and grounds were spectacular. Well located with access to both town and to Amalfi. There are a lot of steps here - nothing new on the Amalfi coast. The elevator is a godsend - to aid with luggage and one in our party rode a scooter. The setting is perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Alexis A.

Wedding Week Rental - Absolutely Sensational

My Fiancé (now Husband) and I stayed at this property for the week of our wedding with our close family and it was absolutely sensational. The property manager (Tano) was amazing. Really helpful and attentive prior to and during our stay. He was very informative and quick to respond on any questions we had and helped us to arrange a small gathering of family and friends for pizzas after the wedding. The house itself is spectacular. The grounds are huge, the views out of this world and so authentic and romantic. Would go back there year on year if we could. Not great for those less able as lots of stairs and quite a walk up to Ravello (that said Ravello itself has lots of steps :-)) there is a lift from the garage to the ground floor and parking for 2 spaces which is great. Can’t recommend this property more. Thank you again tano. See you next year for our first anniversary.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emilia C.

Breathtaking!

We stayed in Ravello in April. The villa was perfect for all of us. 8 adults and 3 children. The views from the villa's many terraces were spectacular, we enjoyed all the lemons and oranges growing on the property, Tano was the most helpful arranging a chef. You will find the villa at the intersection of two staircases that lead to main square of Ravello where we walked to get our morning coffee. The children loved all the little hiding spots in the villa. We truly enjoyed our stay at Porta Donica. The villa was clean and the kitchen was well equipped, the whole property was beautifully maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Stunning location and views

Perfect home for our family during our son’s wedding in Ravello. The views are incredible and the rustic home goes on and on vertically with many levels, stairs, terraces and balconies that were simply stunning. The coffee bar a minute down the road was fun to visit each morning with great sandwiches and atmosphere. The villa is close to town center and if you don’t want to walk up the challenging steps each day the bus runs often, twenty minutes after the hour. Pizza oven up by the pool was wonderful and it was the best pizza ever had, by Salvatore from Sorrento. We eventually figured out where all the bedrooms were and how to get around thiugh the first day was quite interesting...it is a little bit of paradise and we were sad to leave. Thank you Tano for all of your help. Much appreciated!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Fabulous House

We could not have asked for a better setting and villa for our trip to the Amalfi Coast. The villas was amazing!! Tano, was a terrific help. He shopped for us and set up a chef to cook a dinner for us at the villa. The meal was our favorite of our whole trip!! Tano was quick to respond if we had any questions or needed any help. The villa is located within walking distance of Ravello, if you don't mind climbing stairs. Fantastic views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Glyn T.

The view is better than the photos!

Superb characterful house. The views are incredible. We were a mixed group of 6 and there is a huge amount of space. One of the party was 80 and still loved it. Views are simply amazing. The only negative would be some pretty hard beds. The walk into Ravello is challenging for the elderly. We had a car which helped. Tano was FANTASTICALLY responsive to any minor issues. Th re were a few plumbing problems but that’s life in a beautiful old house. We would go again without a doubt Thanks Tano
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Great villa with amazing views

Our group of 9 had plenty of space at Villa Porta Donica. There are multiple terraces and patios to sit and relax and enjoy the view. The property is very clean and well maintained. Tano is a great host and was always quick to respond both before and during our trip. I highly recommend booking Chef Lorenzo for one or more of your meals during your stay at the villa. His meals are fantastic! I definitely recommend booking this property if you're looking to vacation on the Amalfi coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Amazing view, great host!

We stayed here for a family vacation, we had 10 people (4 families). This villa had a very quirky layout with a lot of levels and stairs but we came to really enjoy the character of the home. Tano was a great host, always available to assist us in every way, from arranging cars, helping with local knowledge etc. We had the chefs prepare breakfast and a dinner and they were amazing! Food was incredible and they were great with remembering and accommodating our kids preferences. There are a lot of stairs with every aspect of the stay here, from getting around the house and going to the town square so be ready to get fit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

nicolas d.

Une maison parfaite!

Tout a été parfait et fidèle aux photographies. Nous étions 9, parfaitement à l'aise. La maison et surtout la vue sont tout à fait exceptionnelles! Le village de Ravello, a 5 minutes à pieds, est véritablement le centre de la côte amalfitaine. Enfin Tano s'est montré très disponible, très gentil et de bon conseil. Bravo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

penny

Beautiful location for this very comfortable villa. The pool was a special delight.

We all had a wonderful time at this villa. Plenty of space for the whole family in comfortable rooms. The garden terraces were delightful and a great place to eat together. The garden kitchen was very well equipped. We included a wide range of ages in our party from children to seniors and all really enjoyed staying here. The steps to The town square were a challenge at first but so full of character, taking our time if needed was ok and we were in the square in 15 mins. The local shops nearby were good as was the cafe down the road to the right of the villa. Everything you could need was supplied and Tano was a great help always. Would certainly return here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee W.

Outstanding Villa

We had the most incredible and magical stay at this beautiful villa. We hired the villa for ourselves and our bridal party and everyone fell in love with it. The villa is beautifully maintained and has so many gardens and sitting areas that you can sit in a different spot each night. Tano was an amazing host and was very responsive and helpful. He arranged chefs for us for a breakfast the morning of our wedding and they were incredible. We cannot recommend this villa or Tano enough.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

chetan n.

A beautiful villa in Ravello!

The villa is well located with gorgeous views. We stayed for little over a week with 4 adults and 5 kids and loved everything about the property and the town of Ravello. There are multiple gardens on about 3 different levels of the property, two kitchens, swimming pool, lemon and orange trees, the list goes on and on. The property manager Tano, is the perfect host. He was always available on phone and in person to set up transfers, guides, restaurant suggestions, etc. We will always pick this home for our future visits to Ravello without hesitation.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2017

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