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Villa Ponti – A Retro 1960’s Villa in Portofino

This retro-style villa in Portofino is carved boldly into the cliffs of the Lingurian Coast. Sunsets, sea views, and coastal nature delight the senses. This section of the Ligurian Coast is dotted with charming towns and villages, spectacular 19th century villas and gardens, beaches, local 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 that of the waves. The towns of Rapallo, Santa Margherita, Portofino, are nearby, and Cinque Terre is a short train ride away.

Codice Citra 010060-LT-0071

Large Terrace

Pic 1 – The view to Large Terrace from the Entrance Hall.. The continuation of the tiling gives a sense that the indoor and outdoor space are one.

View From The Terrace

Pic 2 – Stunning views of the Coastline leading to Portofino from the Large Terrace. The terrace has a dining table with seating for 6 people, a sofa, 4 armchairs and coffee table. There are also 2 sun loungers and a chaise longue.

Pool Terrace

Pic 1 – View of the Pool from the Pool Terrace. The pool terrace has a plunge pool with Jacuzzi jets, 2 sun loungers, 2 poolside high stools, an outdoor shower and a pool cabin with a large fridge/freezer

Outdoor Shower

The Outdoor Shower is located on the Pool Terrace for those who prefer to shower directly after bathing.

Large Poolside Bedroom

Bedroom 1 leads onto the Pool Terrace. It has a king size bed with built in bedside tables and a large fitted wardrobe.

Large Seaside Bedroom

Bedroom 2 overlooks the Large Terrace and has stunning views of the sea. It has a king size bed with bedside tables and a standalone wardrobe.

Seaside Bedroom

Bedroom 3 also overlooks the Large Terrace and has stunning views of the sea. It has a double bed with bedside tables, a vanity desk and wardrobe.

Living Room

The Living Room shares the open plan area and leads onto the Kitchen and DiningRoom. It h as a 3 seat sofa with 2 armchairs and a coffee table. It also has a wall mounted frame TV. It has direct access onto the Large Terrace.

Dining Room

The Dining Room shares the open plan area with the Living Room and Kitchen. It has a dining table with 4 chairs.

Kitchen - Breakfast/Cocktail Bar

The beautifully designed Cocktail Bar has plenty of storage and can also be used as an extra space for preparing or serving food and drinks.

Kitchen

The Kitchen shares the open plan space with the Dining and Living room. The
modern kitchen is stocked with all essentials and includes integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and oven with hob.

Bathroom with Shower

There are 2 Bathrooms with Shower, washbasin and WC. There is also a separate WC off the open plan living area.

Guest Reviews

Glamour, fabulous, stylish and nostalgic! Just a few words to describe our visit of living in Villa Ponti. My husband Gabe and I along with friends and our son James spent the week here after an unmentionable winter. We felt like we were in a Goddard’s film with Brigitte Bardot in Capri… There is no way to describe this but simply to say that it was a dream vacation and anniversary, and we will be back. I recommend this to anyone who loves life, family and friends, and the beauty of it all.

Anthony C.

June 2020

My wife and I are both designers, and when we found Villa Ponti on The Noble Traveller we were taken aback given that we had just visited the Gio Ponti exhibit in Paris. We could not believe that this place was for rent given that we love all things mid-century and in particular Ponti. The villa stunned us by its design, the entire villa indoors and out is tiled with original Ponti tiles including the plunge pool, we could not believe our eyes! The décor was stellar, in fact we asked to meet the owners to understand how they were able to piece together this marvel. We needed to feast on things beyond the décor and luckily, we are in a region most beloved for its pesto, pesto, pesto! Not to mention the delicious cheese focaccia. We got to live in the most spectacular house with spectacular views and our own beach. We will be coming back with friends next summer.

C. Sherman

September 2019

We are proud to say we were the first guest to rent this glamorous house by sea. Six of us came from Wales and wanted to immerse ourselves into Italian life, we all has spent months learning Italian (clearly not enough), and then we found this villa that took our breath away. We were simply blown away by the location and design of this property. It is on the Portofino Coast in a town called Recco, where you get local and authentic beaches, yet we were 20 minutes from Santa Margarita, Rappalo and Portofino. While they have beautiuful beaches they were pricey, and everyone had a perfect body…yes that kind of a place. We ultimately, we go daily to Camogli right next door, and spend the day there. For lunch eating frito misto and the famed foccacio con formaggio. Every part of this house is beautifully deisgned, and with direct access to the sea, we would swim in the morning in the calm sea, and in the evening, we would come back and swim in the jacuzzi plunge pool overlooking the sea. A truly heavenly vacation.

Denise Hughes

August 2019

Homestay Details

Bedrooms

Three Bedrooms, Sleeps Six

Large bedroom with king bed
Large bedroom with king bed
Bedroom with double bed

Kitchen & Living

Larger open concept: kitchen/living/dining
Four person Dining Room Set
Gin Bar

Outdoor Space

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

Bathrooms

Three Bathrooms (3 Showers)

Two Large bathrooms with showers
Bathroom
Outdoor shower

Amenities

Wifi
A/C
Washer/Dryer Combo
Full Kitchen: Stove, Oven, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Being Local

One of the most popular resort towns on the Italian Riviera, little Portofino has just over 500 permanent residents. But that all changes on summer days when the sun is shining and the yachting set drops anchor in the harbor to wander about. Boutiques, art galleries, cafes and restaurants line the tiny streets. Diving, hiking and beach-going are popular local pastimes, and there are even some historic sights like the Church of St. Martin (Divo Martino) and the Castello Brown hilltop fortress.

Food & Flavours

Region: Camogli

Pasticceria Revello – Bakery

This is one of the best places to devour focaccia con formaggio. Truly the finest – especially after a stint on the beach. You’ll be queuing just to try this delicacy.

La Camogliese- Restaurant

One of our favourite restaurants with beautiful views. This classic spot represents all of the favourite local dishes. We suggest making a reservation – especially if you want to sit on the sea’s edge.

Cooperativa Pescatori- Floating Street Food

Pesce Pazzo di Camogli

This little boat makes and sells frito misto on the spot – all served up in a paper cone. A most delicious, and quaint experience with the freshest fish possible. To find this gem, you’ll to go to the small port just after the boardwalk. It’s right next to the kiosk where they sell boat tickets.

Additional regional restaurant recommendations are reserved for our guests only.

Passing Time

Camogli

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

Rapallo

Rapallo has long been a resort town with many European visitors. There you will see the waterfront and its many grand cafés representing a bygone era, full of life. Behind the waterfront you’ll discover the beautiful old town full of great clothing shops, and places to buy specialty kitchen items. (20 minutes)

Recco

Discover Villa Ponti at the edge of Sori. The region of Recco is considered to be the gastronomic capital of the Liguria. Home to the many versions of focaccia, especially focaccia con formaggio, as well as other delicious dishes such as the chickpea farinata, locally created trofie pasta and, most critically, home of pesto. Spend a day in Recco where you’ll find numerous food shops, bakeries, delis, and restaurants.

Additional regional restaurant recommendations are reserved for our guests only.

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