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Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno

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Outdoor dining
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 880 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno

Apartment completely renovated in June 2014. 80 square meters plus a garden outside.

Located in a residential area, the apartment is on the ground floor and is fully accessible without the need for elevators. The car park is just 50 m away from the property, in a secure gate, locked overnight . This property offers the possibility of a holiday in a quiet area, a short drive from the Cinque Terre.

The full kitchen, living room, TV, internet access and a private garden are among the amenities available in this property. The garden, in particular, is ideal to have meals (breakfast, lunch or dinner) outdoors.

The bedrooms, both very spacious, are two triple rooms, with a double bed and a single bed each. Ideal for a family with children.

The living room is also equipped with a double sofa bed, extending the maximum capacity of the apartment to 8 guests.

Just 900 m from the train station (10 minutes on foot) and boarding boats to the islands and to Portofino, Portovenere and Genoa Aquarium. Structure near restaurants with typical Ligurian focaccia and fish very good and fresh. On the outskirts of La Spezia, the historic center is within walking distance. A few miles from the sea. Portovenere and Lerici can be reached using the comfortable boat service that leaves from the city center.

To reach the apartment and travel in the area, given the great proximity to the station and public transport, it is not necessary to use a private car.

Property manager

Renata Bertonati

Languages

Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

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
This property accepts cash
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 deadlock
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 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

Property is also known as

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Renata Holidays Tourism House
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About the area

Map
La Spezia, Liguria

What's nearby

  • Piazza Garibaldi - 20 min walk
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive
  • Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive
  • La Spezia Ferry Dock - 5 min drive
  • Castello San Giorgio - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • La Spezia Centrale Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria da Caran - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Padre Dionisio Sporting Club - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rizzoli Marcello - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ghezzi - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar Nuovo di Taiola Antonietta - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Ampio giardino esterno located?

Located in the heart of La Spezia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Transport, Corso Cavour and Church of Nostra Signora della Salute. Il Faro and Church of Nostra Signora della Neve are also within 1 mile (2 km). La Spezia Centrale Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Renata Holiday Home - Holidays & Tourism in La Spezia - Large outdoor garden Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing host & location!
This property was wonderful! Perfect location away from the touristy areas but easy to walk to the train station, city centre and harbour. La Spezia was a great little city. Far less crowded than staying in Cinque Terre and only 10 mins by train from the first village. The highlight of our stay here though was our host Renata. We have travelled a lot and stayed in many rental properties and have never had a better or more thoughtful host! She picked us up and dropped us off at the train station, drove us to the ferry one morning, recommended we visit Porto Venere (which we absolutely loved!), made us fresh pesto and gifted us with some beautiful pastries. She made us feel like we were family. We adored her and cannot recommend this place and Renata enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treated like family
From the moment we arrived we felt comfortable. Renata went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed. The house was very clean and the garden was perfect for having a glass of wine and relaxing. She went as far as driving us to the train station, making 2 trips (8 luggages and 4 travellers.Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiya M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a gem such a lovely stay!!! <3
We were a group of 8 friends who stayed with Renata! We had such an amazing time. The unit was in a lovely location close to busses and transit as well as a supermarket. Everything you would need to explore La Spezia! The home was lovely, very gorgeous and clean had laundry. Everything we would ever need! Renata was an ANGEL she welcomed us with treats and had homemade jam and coffee upon our arrival. She had a great roster of local recommendations and activities. She even went ahead and offered booking beach chairs for us at major beaches we were visiting! The restaurant she recommended was amazing. All her guidance made our trip great. We really felt taken care of beyond just staying at a property it felt like we had a nonna and life long friend. If you want an authentic experience in La Spezia stay here, you will not regret it. Thank you Renata for a lovely stay!!! <3
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C., EAST GRINSTEAD

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This property was absolutely perfect for our short stay vising La Spezia, Cinque Terre and Portovenere. Renata was a brilliant host and was nearby if we needed anything. The property was very clean and well equipped which made our stay even better. Parking was very close by and gated. La spezia town center was about 15 minutes walk. Portovenere (our pick of places to visit) was a 20 minute drive. My advice is to park at the top of the hill and walk down! Cinque terra is a 23 minute train ride away and is a must for any short visit. I would recommend staying here if you get the chance. Thank you to Renata and her family for their hospital.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host, good location.
Great stay. Renata was super helpful and arranged for reservations for diner when we asked for help. It is less than 20 min to the train station to Cinq Terre. Rooms are spacious and it is nice to have 2 bathrooms. The AC worked great. Supermarket and bakery are 2 min walk! We stayed there 4 nights. Renata was kind enough to have cold wine, a few beers and snacks when we arrived. We were very grateful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of 6 had a memorable stay at Renata’s. She made us feel at home and cozy. It felt like she knew us for a long time and we were visiting family. She really tried her best to help us feel at home by getting a translator to help us explore the city. She even made sure we had parking for free. La Spezia is a place for adventure. Walking down to the train station or taking the bus to get to Cinque Terre. Will use her place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for exploring South Ligurian Coast
Renata was lovely and met us outside her property as we arrived. She was a huge help with where to go/park in surrounding towns. No tourists in area - you feel part of local community Suite was spacious and clean Lovely back patio with table and chairs Locked/gated parking at end of street City has lovely waterfront and park - vibrant Great spot for taking off to the Cinque Terre (by car, train or boat) and more northern towns/villages. Could use some newer beds/mattresses but comfortable enough. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, convenient place!
A beautiful home conveniently located near La spezia centrale by walking and bus. Renata, our host, was very helpful and responsive. She made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. The place is spacious and was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Host
The location was great. We walked to the train station and the marina. Enjoyed living like a local with market and grocery store close by Renata is a gem. She sincerely cares. Out door garden area was so peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renata is a host extraordinaire and is committed to ensuring her guests have the best experience. Renata provided all transportation to and from the train station on arrival/departures for all of my guests, provides resto recommendations/makes the reservations and is available 24/7 for anything the guest requires. Renata messages through Whatsapp for more detailed conversations. The timeliness of her communication is also excellent and immediate.The accommodation is clean, well appointed and spacious . There is no microwave. We used the oven to warm up pizza, make bruschetta etc. There is no North American coffee machine but there is a Bialetti which my family was a pro at using. The holiday home is in a residential area, not a tourist area which was appealing for us. We LOVED the garden. It is accessible by foot for every place you need to go including groceries, produce, and patisserie. The bus system is excellent. The #3 Bus makes life very easy to get everywhere you need to go. Also in the neighbourhood is a fantastic resto Osteria da Caran which is a local place with an amazing patio. We highly recommend. Renata will make reservations for you! Do not hesitate to book this vacation rental. We all LOVED Renata and the vacation rental!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Renata was a wonderful host. She went above and beyond to make our stay an enjoyable one. Her home is lovely with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths and more than enough space for the 3 of us. The garden was beautiful and a nice place to enjoy the lovely weather we had during our visit. She picked us up at the station so we didn’t have to carry our luggage, had all sorts of recommendations and made reservations for us for dinner. It’s obvious that she loves hosting and wanted to make sure that we had a wonderful trip. It was in a great location and easily accessible to Cinque Terre by train. She treated us like family. We highly recommend her place and would definitely stay again if ever coming back to Cinque Terre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Our family really enjoyed this property in Le Spezia. We arrived really late on a train, yet Renata (our host) arranged her colleagues to meet us and acquaint us with the property. The patio was lovely to eat breakfast on and there was plenty of space for our family of six. Renata was even kind enough to stock our fridge with a few food items for breakfast! This location worked very well for us to do a day trip in Cinque Terra and we would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince B., Medowie NSW Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
The best house in La Spezia
The host made us feel so welcome and comfortable in her house, the rooms and facilities were more than comfortable. Advice from Renata made travel and sight seeing along the Cinque Terre and Port Venere so enjoyable with lunch recommendations and detailed transport options. We would highly recommend this accomodation to anyone and hope you are lucky enough to get a successful booking
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with the best host ever
We chose this place based on reviews of Renata as well as the location. As others have said she is great. The house was comfy and clean and a short bus ride to the train or downtown. It’s about 20 minutes walk to the train. Everything we needed for the stay was provided. Renata is amazing. She picked us up at the train, made a reservation at a neighborhood restaurant and helped us figure out how to tour thr 5 towns. She drove us to Port Venere and told us all about the area. She helped us find the right boat to go from there to one of the 5 towns. She also took us to the train when we departed. Our stay in La Spezia was wonderful thanks to Renata
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti N., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastica
From the moment you meet Renata your host you will feel like she is your family. She has a beautiful heart soul and personality. She went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and it’s so many extra things you would not normally expect a host to do. My friend is very tall and was so absolutely in love with the extra long bathtub. Her adorable apartment was clean and quiet. We were close to transportation within walking distance but she also made herself available when she could. Don’t worry if you can’t speak Italian she is amazing with Google Translate. She told us that whoever comes to stay with her they become her family and she means that from the heart. It is a great place to explore the Cinque Terre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alonzo and Norma D., Canandaigua NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Ten stars for Renata!
Renata was a great host! She is very giving and caring, treating us like family, and she went out of her way to make sure we had a wonderful vacation! First, she picked us up at the train station. What a blessing that was because we were exhausted from our trip! Then, she took us to the grocery store to get what we needed. She speaks a little English, and I speak and can understand a little Italian (and my friend speaks Spanish), so we were able to communicate fairly well. She was available if we had any needs or concerns. She recommended restaurants and made reservations for us, she called the taxi for us when we asked, and she even took us to Portovenere one day! The apartment was perfect for two couples, and it was equipped with everything we needed. Our bed was uncomfortable, but there were several sleeping options, so we were fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

seth c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We traveled here by train from Rome and from the start everything was wonderful. Renatta, our host met us at the station. She is a truly beautiful soul. The entire Cinque Terre region is absolutely stunning. Porto Venere also a must see. We traveled there by ferry from the port in La Spezia, although Renatta offered to take us with her. She is truly amazing and her place is a perfect place to relax after a long day. The court yard is private and surrounded by beautiful lemon trees. The beauty of Cinque Terre is only matched by the kindness of Renatta. She makes you feel like you're home with an old friend. Will definitely return on our next trip to Italy. Renatta, you made me wish I could speak Italian. I will work on that for my next visit, so we can have a long conversation. Thank you for a beautiful time. Sirina and Stan.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deena S., Fairhope

Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected but still good
From the online photos we thought this property was in a more rural setting. It could definitely be that we did not read it thoroughly but I am a seasoned VRBO traveler and host and our arrival surprised us. The location is in a busy neighborhood through which you need to navigate and, with no way to get through the street after dropping off or picking up luggage, you need to back up in a narrow and auto-filled lane and the car park is pretty far down. That said, Renata was extremely helpful and friendly. She lives in the same building and loves hosting her guests. With two baths and two bedrooms, my friend and I could spread out a bit and with a kitchen and washer, our stay was mostly comfortable. We were thankful that we brought our own pillows and small down cover, but the beds could use better mattresses Everything worked well and walking to the grocery and nearby restaurants allowed us to feel a part of the community.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best host!
Stayed here for 3 nights as a base to explore Cinque Terre. Renata is the owner and she lives alone upstairs from the apartment. She is so lovely and is really the reason to book this apartment. We communicated with Whatsapp. She does well using google translate. She does speak enough English as well. She picked us up from the train and also took us back to the train when we left. We are a family of 4 with 2 adult daughters. The first day she drive us to Porto Venere and we hiked (9 miles) to Riomaggiore. It is a beautiful and very strenuous hike. We took the train back to La Spezia. The apartment is clean, pretty small but has everything. There is a small washing machine and a rack to hang clothes. Kitchen was very clean. Has all the basic stuff. We were able to cook as needed. There is a grocery store about an 8 minute walk away. I also noticed a pharmacy close by. It is about a mile along a busy road to the train. I think she would have been happy to drive us anywhere. The train is about 8 minutes to Cinque Terre. Of note this is not really in a touristy area and La Spezia is not all that nice. It was much cheaper than staying in Cinque Terre though. This apartment is an excellent value.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in la Spezia!!
We had an amazing stay at Renata’s place! She was an incredible host! Renata picked us up at the train station as well as dropped us off. Gave us a quick tour of La Spezia and took us to a small town for a swim and some amazing sites. Her home was well equipped, clean and in a good location. Thanks again for allowing us to use your home and I hope you will visit us in the US soon!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger A., Shreveport, La.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Find!
First, Renata, is the best host! Answered all questions quickly. Met us when we arrived. Walked us through the apartment, explained what was available, how to manage rubbish and let us use her private parking. She is a lovely person who welcomed us into her home. LaSpezia is a beautiful town. Toward the docks, there is a great farmers market ( Market Square), all sorts of restaurants and cafes. We drove to Porto Venere, which was a great drive, wonderful restaurants and beautiful views. The apartment is lovely. Size and configuration was perfect. When we left, my husband & I both said, we could have stayed a week! Renata's house is the perfect base camp to then explore the Cinque Terre and surrounding area, and with Renata as the host, Perfecto!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Location on the Italian Riviera
Renata is everything that the other reviews state and more. She is gracious and accommodating and truly treats you like her family. The house is perfectly situated in La Spezia with easy access to the port, train station (which goes to both Cinque Terre and also the rest of Italy) and the city center. There are many restaurants, stores and cafes available. Renata's passion and dedication to her home and making your stay special is very evident. Public transportation and parking are readily available at her home. However, our family chose to walk to the port and back both days and we are so happy we did. The ferry to Porte Venere is 100% worth the trip. We were able to experience all that the city center had to offer with shops, restaurants and more. If looking for local places to visit, eat, or explore, please ask Renata for her recommendation and take her advice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S., Hartford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Apartment in LaSpezia
This was an absolutely wonderful stay during our 3 week trip to Italy. Renata is the perfect host; so kind and generous. The apartment is very clean and well appointed. The grocery store is a 5 minute walk away, and the train station is very close for trips to Cinque Terre and the ferry is also there to go to Portovenere (must see), but in our case the lovely Renata drove us to Portovenere and we took the ferry back. Renata is the perfect host and I hope we stay in contact because we definitely want to visit again. Thank you, Renata!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Spezia
Renata's apartment was great, well equipped with everything you could need, spacious and had the added bonus of the garden. Renata was a fabulous host, she made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived, taking us to the local supermarket and making a dinner reservation for us that evening. She did everything possible to make us feel welcome. Renata told us about the area and recommended various places to visit. She also kindly took us to Porta Venere, which was fabulous and so worth a visit. The apartment is in a very convenient location approx 10-15 minutes walk to the train station and into the town where there are many restaurants and shops. La Spezia is an ideal location for visiting the Cinque Terra which we loved. Renata was a fantastic host and even took us to the station when we departed. We would highly recommend her and know that anyone staying at her apartment will have a fantastic time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recanta was amazing! She was like a mother who wanted to take care of you. Went above and beyond to pick me and my family up from the station, which I'm very thankful for. Her house was amazing from the bedding to amenities to the walkable markets and the train station. The area was very scenic as well, with beautiful views and the proximity to Cinque Terre. You won't regret your stay here!