5 recensioni per l''immobile 446214 a Verona, Italia

My wife and I have just returned from spending most of September at Casino di Venere. The weather was spectacular all the time with perfect blue skies to greet us each morning as we pushed back the shutters. The house is idiosyncratic (the kitchen is on the first floor) but the more memorable for that; the site is amazing and the garden a relaxing haven after a long lunch in town. The beds are really comfortable, the bathrooms good and the kitchen very well equipped for cooking - try the vegetable shop on Interrato Acqua Morta and the market in Piazza Isola on Thursday mornings. The churches are all splendid and you should visit all of them, including the two local ones. Outside San Zeno Basilica, there is a super restaurant with umberellas on the square - swot up your Italian as they don't speak anything else. The coffee shop on the corner of Corso Porta Bosari and Via Amando Diaz was my favourite. The house has really good air conditioning. Sitting out and dining out in the loggia was wonderful though watch out for mosquitoes - coils and spray are a must. Take your breakfast on the other terrace. The cabs have a bit of trouble with the address; we always asked for Instituto Don Calabria on Via San Zeno in Monte.
Trips: Garda is fun but pick your spot; the vineyards are well worth a visit on the way - we went to the vineyard at Moron near Negrar (in Soave country) twice, for lunch and then dinner on another day. The best trip is to take a train from Stazione Porta Nuova at about 1030 - Eurostar about 40 euros return - to Venice: at just before midday, after a train journey through the rich farmlands and over the lagoon, you arrive at Stazione Santa Lucia, walk a few steps and you are on the Grand Canal.
A most memorable stay in a beautiful city.

"Casino di Venere", a charming pavillion, sits up on a hill overlooking the famous Renaissance gardens, Giardino Giusti and all of Verona. The views from either bedroom or terrace, were spectacular. The loggia provided many leisurely afternoons and one candlelit dinner. One evening, we heard a group of nuns singing...heavenly. The walk up, while steep, is manageable and recommended, as parking in town can be frustrating. While elegantly decorated, the Casino is nevertheless cozy and very comfortable. It was everything we hoped it would be!
If you wish to see an Opera in the Arena, dress warmly! We didn't, it was a very long four hours...

My husband, sister-in-law and I stayed in this villa for six days during late April of 2011. It was an excellent base for exploring many sites in Verona and the Veneto, such as Lake Garda, Vicenza, and smaller, scenic villages in the vine-covered surrounding mountains. The city itself has numerous points of interest that can be reached by walking - the Ponte Romano area is espeicially accessible and well worth an excursion. Strolling along the Adige river watching fishermen or just the water rippling rapidly on the stones was relaxing. The villa overlooks Giardino Guisti, which had belonged to the family of the current owner before being opened to the public. We particularly enjoyed the views over Verona from the two upper level bedrooms, the patio and the living/dining room windows. The outdoor patio was a perfect place for resting, reading, planning our sidetrips, and enjoying some wine in the early evening as it was shady and quiet. The street outside the villa was blocked at one end and somewhat steep, so vehicles were a rarity and those that did come in the area seemed associated with the religious groups occupying the hilltop properties. The villa itself was very clean and attractively furnished with many items that appeared to be part of the family's well-cared for possessions. It had the feel and appearance of a cherished home rather than a rental place. The living/dining room contained comfortable couches, many family pictures, a working fireplace, and an assortment of art books. This was quite an elegant place for sitting and if anyone felt the need of the TV, it was there. The kitchen was well-stocked with all the necessities for preparing meals, including a window herb garden and full appliances. There was a grocery store in the neighborhood which had a range of meats, produce, packaged goods, and wine; there were more than enough choices available for preparing full meals. We enjoyed walking in the evening to several of the restaurants in the area. The owner left a comprehensive listing of eateries, stores and points of interest; she was there to greet us on arrival and explained the particulars of the neighborhood and villa. By the end of our stay, the villa was as much a part of our vacation as sightseeing. I would recommend a stay here. The only caution is that there are stairs, which were not a problem for us, but could be for persons with mobility issues.