It is located on a property with a large outdoor area, landscaped with Mediterranean plants. The garden is a perfect space to relax outdoors and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature. Every corner of the garden and the house offers a new view to admire, and the panorama changes according to the sunlight and the different times of day. A wonder for the eyes that know not where to rest, a unique experience that will make your stay unforgettable.
There are several areas equipped for outdoor dining or sunbathing, ideal for those who enjoy spending time in the open air, in a peaceful setting surrounded by nature.
The House above the Castle was recently renovated and built on an old stone structure dating back to at least 1800. In the renovation, the intention was to recreate the atmosphere of a typical house in the area with stone walls, wooden beams and a fireplace. The house consists of a bedroom, a bathroom and a spacious living area with sofa bed and kitchenette, furnished with care and with all comforts. The large terrace connects the interior of the house to the green space and overlooks Palmaria Island and the Castle of Portovenere.
The path leading to 'The House above the Castle' is connected to the area's footpath network and allows one to reach the nearby Cinque Terre on foot.
From La Spezia follow the signs for Portovenere. In Portovenere, the parking spaces available are those outside the historic centre in the paid parking spaces, delimited by the blue stripes, at the roadside.
From the first Saturday in March to the penultimate Sunday in October, all parking spaces are all metered from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. while at other times of the year in areas further away from the centre parking is free.
The path climbs from the right side of Bastreri Square (near the public baths) and climbs towards the Muzzerone refuge.
The house in the tower
Da Piazza Bastreri, prendere via Giovanni Capellini, proseguire fino al civico numero 3.
From La Spezia, follow the signs for Portovenere, past Marola, Cadimare and Fezzano. Once at Grazie, follow the signs for the 'Palestra Rocciatori', taking a road on the right.
When you come to a fork in the road, take the straight dirt road downhill until you come to an orange emergency call box. Park your car in the adjacent space and then continue along the path AV5T (Alta Via 5 Terre) towards Portovenere.
In less than 10 minutes you will reach Rifugio Muzzerone, pass it by following path 519 towards Portovenere. After a further 10 minutes you will meet the sign of "The house above the castle”.
The house in the tower
Seguire le solite indicazioni, proseguire il sentiero 519 fino ad arrivare a portovenere, in piazza Piazza Bastreri. Prendere via Giovanni Capellini, proseguire fino al civico numero 3.
