A 1960’s Gio Ponti Inspired Villa

This retro-style villa is carved boldly into the cliffs of the Portofino Coast. Sunsets, sea views and nature delight the senses. This section of the Ligurian Coast is dotted with charming towns and villages, spectacular 19th century villas and gardens, beaches, food shops, and traditional restaurants — it’s the farniente lifestyle. Discover the Italy of the 1960’s, a place where time slows down and life’s rhythm matches the waves of the sea. The towns of Rapallo, Santa Margherita, Portofino, are nearby, and Cinque Terre is a short train ride away.

Your Homestay

Being A Local

Passing Time
Food & Flavour

Your Homestay

Living Space

Kitchen Bar

Grand Bathroom

Family Kitchen

The Terrace

Private beach access

Views

BEDROOMS  
BATHROOMS
LIVING SPACE
OUTDOOR SPACE

 

1. Large bedroom with king bed

2. Large bedroom with king bed

3. Bedroom with double bed

 

 

1. Large bathroom with shower

2. Large bathrrom with shower

3. Bathroom

4. Outdoor shower

 

 

 Large open concept living room 

Larger open concept kitchen/living/dining

 

 

 

 Grand terrace overlooking the sea

Direct access to sea front

Side garden with plunge pool with jacuzzi jets (H/C)

Chaises lounges, outdoor sitting areas

 

 

Being a Local

Camogli

A beautiful port town next door to Recco, with beautiful beaches and restaurants. The name comes from casa and moglie; the fishing village of houses and wives, given their men were out at sea fishing. This is a favourite on the Riviera for its long boardwalk at the base of beautiful campanile style buildings and beach clubs.  (10 minutes)

Our favourite local treasures
 Discover what it means being apart of the coast, the village, and the people… If you stumble upon a local treasure yourself we would love to hear about it!
A quiet canoe
We like to float around the quiet ports just before the sun rises. There is something so serene about portofino before it is bustling with people and culture. Watch the fish swim around the crystal waters and wait for the sky to ignite in a new day. 
Walk the Coast
From dramatic cliffsides, to the most romantic shores, taking a walk along the portofino coast is the perfect way to spend the afternoon with someone you love. 
A quiet canoe
We like to float around the quiet ports just before the sun rises. There is something so serene about portofino before it is bustling with people and culture. Watch the fish swim around the crystal waters and wait for the sky to ignite in a new day. 
A quiet canoe
We like to float around the quiet ports just before the sun rises. There is something so serene about portofino before it is bustling with people and culture. Watch the fish swim around the crystal waters and wait for the sky to ignite in a new day. 

Food & Flavours

Camogli

Pasticceria Revello- Bakery

This is one of the best places to devour the focaccia con formaggio. It is truly one of the finest and after a stint on the beach, you will want to get in line and try this delicacy.

 

 

 

Cooperativa Pescatori- Floating Street Food

Pesce Pazzo di Camogli

This is a boat which sells frito misto made on the spot and served in a paper cone. A most delicious experience of the freshest fish possible. You will need to go to the small port after the boardwalk, it is next to the kiosk where they sell boat tickets.

La Camogliese- Restaurant

A very good restaurant with beautiful views. This is a classic spot with all the local favourites well represented. You will need a reservation, especially if you are at the sea’s edge.

 

Recco

Tossini- Bakery

Is the most famous bakery if the region with multiple locations. You will find an array of focaccia and tortas (pies); carcioffi (artichoke), fagioli (string beans), riso (rice), and bietole (swiss chard).

 

Picasso- Salumeria

Is a great salumeria and regional cheese shop, with great buratta from Puglia and an amazing selection of locally made delicacies.

 

La Manuelina- Restaurant

Is a favourite restaurant and especially known for its focaccia con formaggio and specialty versions such as pesto, and truffles.

 

 

Scandelin- Restaurant

In the village of Sori is a delicious classic Ligurian restaurant with great seafood. This is on the boardwalk overlooking the sea. Their seafood is excellent, and prepared very simply.

Osteria Da Drin- Restaurant

This is a very popular spot and is just 10 minutes above the hills of Sori/Recco. A great menu of classic Ligurian cuisine made of traditional recipes handed down. Need reservation

Rapallo

 

Parla Come Mangi- Deli

A beautiful salumeria and formaggeria in the heart of Rapallo. Here you will find an amazing selection of wine, cheese, cured meats, pesto and specialty sweets. Not to be missed is their fresh homemade pesto sauce.

 

Vecchia Rapallo- Restaurant

A wonderful spot in the old town, they specialize in a classic Ligurian cuisine and all things mushrooms, throughout the year. They also have a great half-day cooking course which ends up in a delicious lunch.

Santa Margherita

 Seghezzo- Food Emporium

This is one of the most amazing food shops on the Riviera, it is grand and stacked with specialty foods and ingredients, not to mention a candy store for the child in all of us. They have an impressive selection of cheese, cured meats, and wines from the region. Of particular, their own products such as the Pandolce is a must.

Pestarino- Pastry shop

A wonderful selection of home-made pastries such as gobeletti filled with apricot jam, pandolce, and fig tarts, a wonderful example of the pastries of the region.

 

Pado- Restaurant

This is a great spot on the waterfront with a great menu and wine list. It is the elegant cuisine of the region. In particular the must item to order is the Ligurian Fish recipe. Orata al Forno (seabream), is made with filets baked over a gratin of thinly sliced carrots and potatoes with olive oil. This is simply divine in its simplicity and flavours.

Vernissage Lounge Bar

For a great aperitivo, there is a fantastic bar on the side of a hill as you walk from the main roundabout in Santa Margherita to the port heading towards Portofino. You will sit on side-steps and drink your Spritz while overlooking the port and watching people going by.

 

Portofino

Puny Restaurant

This is a culinary spot that is popular all year long. It is booked well in advance. The restaurant is in the small harbour with beautiful views. One of the favourite dishes is the branzino fish baked in sea salt, and also try the pappardelle home-made pasta.

Ristorante da i Gemelli

Also, in the Portofino harbour, this restaurant is owned by twin brothers, with a great menu of pasta seafood specialties with one of the best pesto lasagne on the Riviera.

Passing Time

Camogli

A beautiful port town next door to Recco, with beautiful beaches and restaurants. The name comes from casa and moglie; the fishing village of houses and wives, given their men were out at sea fishing. This is a favourite on the Riviera for its long boardwalk at the base of beautiful campanile style buildings and beach clubs.  (10 minutes)

Recco

At the edge of the town of Sori is where Villa Ponti is located. Recco is considered to be the gastronomic capital of the Liguria. This is the home of many versions of focaccia and especially the focaccia con formaggio, the chickpea farinata, the locally created trofie pasta and most critically home of the pesto. Recco is where you can find great food shops, bakeries, delis, and restaurants.

Rapallo

This is a great town with great shopping in a beautiful setting. It has long been a resort town with many European visitors, you will see the waterfront and its many grand cafés of a bygone era full of life. Behind the waterfront is the old town where there are great shops and you can find specialty regional kitchen items, and great food shops, and clothing shops. (20 minutes)

 

 

Santa Margherita

This is a very charming and chic town that is full of energy and quite the scene. It is the playground of the Milanese where they congregate and promenade in their sports cars. The central part of the town is around the church, the Chiesa Di Santa Margheritta, great food shops, markets, cafés and shopping. (20 minutes)

 

Portofino

There is a reason why songs such as “I found my love in Portofino” have been written about this tiny port village. Made famous by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Portofino is a must stop for the yachts that tour the Mediterranean. Even though it can be very busy, it is the epitome of charm, and simple chic visitors. (30 Minutes)

San Fruttuoso Abbey, and Beach

This is between Camogli and Portofino, and you can only get to it by boat or by very long hiking trails. This is simply a natural marvel; the abbey is surrounded by a beach and 100 meters in the sea is an underwater statue; Christ of the Abyss, that you can swim above or down to depending on the diving gear you have. The must eat at restaurant is Da Giorgio, very fresh and delicious.

 

Chiavari

This is a very elegant seaside town with very grand villas. Chivari is a resort town with great markets. On the second Sunday of the month and following Saturday, the entire town transforms into one large open-0air antique market, truly incredible experience. Other times, Chiavari has wonderful shopping; great Italian brands, locally produced goods and fine restaurants and cafés. (30 Minutes)

Genoa

This is a port city and the capital of the Liguria. It is renown as one of the most important ports of the Mediterranean and for the fine art of trading for many centuries. The heart of the city and the old town, is a great visit, and you will discover amazingly grand antique shops, food shops, bakeries, cafés, and very cool shopping streets with world famous concepts stores such as Via Garibaldi 12, viagaribaldi12.com.