CARATTINO 12: Idyllic Seafront Family Retreat 2 bedrooms • 1 bath • 3 terraces • up to 6 guests
Enjoy sweeping sea views from the Living Room with seafront terrace
Relax on the seafront terrace
Dine al fresco on the terrace overlooking the village
Fall asleep to the sound of waves in King Bedroom 1
Kids of all ages love Twin Bunkbed Bedroom 2
Lounge on the terrace
Sleep blissfully in high quality mattresses (use air conditioning if necessary)
Watch seagulls glide over the sea from Bedroom 1’s window
Relax, play board games or watch Netflix in the Living Room
Delight in panoramic seafront views from the Living Room terrace
Watch boats cruise below the Living Room terrace
Enjoy modern interiors by renowned architects Gianfranco Frattini and Roberto Rosada
Peace Dove, handmade in Vernazza
Whip up a meal in the well-stocked Gourmet kitchen
Play board games, share meals, or remote work on the Dining Room table
Check out Carattino 12’s Porthole
Dine on the terrace …or go out using tips from “Ruth’s Guide to Cinque Terre”
Pass the pesto! The kitchen window opens onto the terrace
We pay attention to details so you can enjoy your vacation
The Bathroom is small but has lots of storage space
The washing machine is in the bathroom, Italian-style
We look forward to welcoming you to Carattino 12 in person or with self check-in
Hike for this view (see “Ruth’s Guide to Cinque Terre for tips on hiking, restaurants, activities, and more)
Hike to/from Corniglia
Discover why Cinque Terre is one of the world’s most beautiful places for hiking
CARATTINO 12 is a spacious two bedroom/one bathroom seafront apartment, ideal for a family vacation. This exclusive property is unique in Vernazza, thanks to its 3 private terraces with double panoramic views over the sparkling Mediterranean sea and pastel-colored village.
Relax in the light-filled, airy interiors that are a design lover’s dream offering every comfort.
You’ll love cooking in the gourmet kitchen, dining al fresco and falling asleep to the sound of the waves below. The kids will love the bunk beds, board games, and Netflix!
Our personalized hospitality means we look forward to sharing our local knowledge with you. In addition to our Welcome Book and “Ruth’s Guide to Cinque Terre”, we are always available to help you in any way.
This penthouse apartment sleeps 4-6 people (max 5 adults) in 93 square meters:
1 bedroom with European King (170cm) bed
1 bedroom with twin bunk beds
1 sleeper sofa with Queen+ (160cm) bed in living room
3 private terraces overlooking the sea and village
WIFI
Air Conditioning and Heat
42” Flat screen Satellite Smart TV with Netflix
Fully equipped kitchen with Nespresso
Washing machine, drying rack, steam iron
Outdoor dining set and lounge chairs
Comfy mattresses and choice of pillows
Family Board games and books
Professionally laundered bed linens, bath towels, and beach towels
Toiletries (liquid and solid soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion), first aid kit, hair dryer
Cleaning products and Dyson vacuum
Crib and booster seat available upon request
PLEASE NOTE:
If you want an extraordinary view in Vernazza, you have to earn it: there are 75 stairs to arrive from main street via Roma to Carattino 12. If you have mobility issues or toddlers, this may not be the right place for you.
The bathroom is small, as compared to American bathrooms, but guests love the water pressure in the shower, lots of storage space and the custom slate countertop and flooring.
CARATTINO 12 can be combined with IL CIASSO for a family and friends vacation retreat.
Prices INCLUDE the Town of Vernazza Visitor Tax (Imposta di Soggiorno): €2 per person (ages 10 and up) per night for the first three days of stay, from March 1 to October 31, 2021. Children under the age of 10 are exempt.
Location
Vernazza is a beautiful medieval village filled with multicolored pastel houses nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the scenic, terraced vineyards on its hillsides. It is one of five Cinque Terre villages in Italy’s Cinque Terre National Park.
Carattino 12 is in the center of Vernazza, found on a caruggio, a typical Ligurian medieval alley, and positioned directly over the sea, up and away from the crowds in a tucked-away location where you will enjoy tranquility.
You walk out the front door, down about two flights of stairs and you are on the main street via Roma. From there, a five-minute walk takes you to the train station, Piazza Marconi, and Vernazza’s harbor and pier (where you can take a ferry boat or meet a private boat tour).
If you want to hike, it is easy: walk up to reach the trail head to Corniglia or walk down, cross the street and up to reach the trail head to Monterosso or up past the Town Hall to hike to the Sanctuary of Nostra Signora di Reggio (one of our favorites).
We suggest arriving by train because Vernazza is a car-free village, and you will not need a car while in the Cinque Terre. If you have a car, Ruth can advise you on your best options for parking. If you arrive by car service, we can meet you at the entrance to the village where you will be dropped off.
Region of Liguria Identification Code for AAUT: CITRA 011030-LT-0146
Reviews
Sunir | England, UK
Aug 5 – Aug 10, 2020
Ruth is more than a super host. She is more like a good friend focused on ensuring that every part of one’s trip even before arrival is supported with her wealth of information as well as her warmth and genuineness. Her apartment is perfectly located with two balconies, one with a timeless view over the Mediterranean Sea and the other immersed within the rooftops of Vernazza. This latter view allows one to truly feel like part of the Cinque Terre community, a true sense of escapism from our usual lives. As has been said many times over, the apartment is impeccably clean, wonderfully bright and airy as well as perfectly equipped with everything that one requires in a home. Ruth does not take any shortcuts and once again, the sense of being looked after is very real. Thank you Ruth for providing such amazing accommodation.
Nancy | Bellevue, WA
Sep 9 – Sep 11, 2019
This apartment is absolutely amazing! The best airbnb to date. She has amazing touches, great tips, fantastic beds, and fine hospitality. I highly recommend this apartment and plan to stay again soon!
Leigh | New York
April 10- 14, 2022
There is no better place to stay in Vernazza than here! The apartment is perfectly located and so comfortable. Sparklingly clean, incredibly well-appointed and absolutely beautiful. The views are amazing and you will have everything you need. Ruth is the most thoughtful host and offers amazing recommendations. Cannot recommend this apartment enough!
Lilia | Denver, Colorado
August 19 – 27, 2021
Ruth’s home was so much more than we had hoped for. The pictures set a high expectation, but reality was beyond incredible! The views are to die for. The apartment is spotless and equipped with absolutely everything one might need on vacation. Ruth’s guide to Cinque Terre is so detailed and thoughtful. You will have no need to do much research on your own. Ruth might as well consider herself a professional in hospitality. This is one of those Airbnb situations when you really are better off than in a hotel. I already miss Ruth’s apartment. I’ve rented many Airbnb homes over the years in Italy and other countries. This is the absolute best experience