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Colonna Castle near Vicalvano Type A Apartment along the Amalfi Coast
The façade of the building along the Amalfi Coast, where Vicalvano Type A Apartment is located
Detail of the bed and the wardrobe in the bed-room of Vicalvano Type A Apartment along the Amalfi Coast
The swimming-pool of the touristic complex "Antico Parco del Principe" on the Amalfi Coast, where Vicalvano Type A Apartment is located
Plan of the touristic complex Antico Parco del Principe on the Amalfi Coast where Vicalvano Type A Apartment is located
Map to reach Vicalvano Type A Apartment along the Amalfi Coast
The exact location of the touristic complex Antico Parco del Principe and of Vicalvano Type A Apartment along the Amalfi Coast
LOCATION:
These apartments are on the Amalfi Coast, in a big garden, at the foot of a castle, in a quiet location with a splendid view of the gulf of Naples. Included in the rental of the apartment, there is a free use of the swimming-pool, tennis-courts, mini-soccer field, beach-volley field, car parking etc.
DESCRIPTION:
- One-room apartment, 25 sq.m., sleeps 2, (tariff A), composed of: a double room, bathroom with bath and shower, balcony .
AMENITIES:
Central heating – TV – Bus-stop, food shop, tobacconist’s, bars and restaurants 200 m. away- Piano di Sorrento is 1 Km away – Sorrento is at 4 km. Post office is at 400 m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
LOCATION:
Vicalvano Apartments are situated on the Amalfi Coast, near the National Road 163, 4 km (2.5 miles) from Sorrento and 7 km (4.3 miles) from Positano. These apartments are located in a large and quiet garden (20000 acres) and they belong to the tourist complex “Antico Parco del Principe”,in the middle of which there is a castle which belonged to the Prince Edoardo Colonna Doria del Carretto (1855). Near the fortress, there is still a small ancient church, stables and high walls still surround the estate. The magnificent complex overlooks landscape and the mediterranean sea in the distance. It is an incredible place where Mother Nature, like a divine lady, shows all her beauty: high mountains (“Milky Mountains”) behind the Castle and the Residence, luxuriant holm and oak trees, and an intense blue all around: the sky and the ocean. Residence Vicalvano is a nice villa divided in to 8 apartments of different sizes, but all of them are of good taste.
The chain of mountains of the Sorrento Peninsula is called “Milky Mountains” because in Roman times the local people of the area used to produce milk and cheese on them: still nowadays a typical cheese of this territory is the well-known “mozzarella”.
DESCRIPTION:
After entering the gate, one is immerged in centuries-old holm and oak trees and a driveway which goes uphill gradually. Beyond a bend is the Chapel of Saint Peter. It was the private chapel of the princes who lived here. According to the legend, it rose on the spot where Saint Peter stopped to rest during his journey to Rome. Close to the small church, a wide car park is available: it is free for the guests of the Vicalvano Apartments. To the right, there is a large area without trees, a lawn where a massive Castle rises sumptuously. It is a magic place, close to Sorrento and Positano, which gives the feeling of beeing in the most peaceful place of the world: here time seems stop. The castle, with its towers and its battlemented walls, is the historical heart of the tourist complex. The Colonna Castle, which dates back to the year 1080, used to be a Benedictine Abbey. Later, it became the famous historical residence of Prince Eduardo Colonna Doria Del Carretto. On one of the walls near the fortess the coat of arms of the noble family is still visible. In being there one can understand why the prince loved to abandon the frivolous world to take refuge in this Earthly Paradise. In past times, famous scientists and personalities were welcome here, whilst, nowadays some rooms of the castle and the garden are open to the public. From there, some narrow foot-pathes lead in different directions: the swimming-pool, the tennis courts, the beach-volley field and the Vicalvano Apartments, beyond the Castle. Wishing to go to the apartments, on the other side of the garden, there is another way, which takes as far as there and the guests of the the Vicalvano villa can park their cars for free near their houses. In case there is no spaces left near the villa, one can leave vehicles in the parking area near the Saint Peter Chapel (200 meters away from the Vicalvano houses). In reaching Vicalvano Apartments, one sees a big green villa among other centuries-old oak-trees. In the summer these dwellings enjoy the shelter of these trees. On getting there one has to one side the Castle, and in the background a wide scenery of the coast, the splendid blue of the sky and the sea. The air is clear and perfumed and the weather is mild all year round. In the villa there are 8 different apartments, according to different needs: one-room apartments, two-room apartments and the three-room apartments, with a total capacity of 30 people.
ONE-ROOM APARTMENT (TYPE A):
This apartment is roughly 25 sq. m. (270 square feet) and it is composed of a bedroom with a bathroom. The bedroom has a double bed, television and refrigerator. The bathroom has a shower and is equipped with a hairdryer. This room + bathroom is central heated. At the exit there is a small terrace. The rental of this bedroom with bathroom is ideal for those people who wish to spend a small sum for their vacation but at the same time stay in a fantastic environment and they can use for free the numerous facilities of the tourist complex “Antico Parco del Principe” (swimming-pool, tennis courts, car parking, mini-soccer and beach-volley fields, table-tennis, etc.)
FACILITIES:
The tourist complex “Antico Parco del Principe” is an ideal place for those people who wish to banish all their cares and look for a magic, quiet place, away from the stressful rhythm of everyday life. The spot is absolutely amazing and obviously cars are kept away. But at the same time a large garden (20000 acres), a nice swimming-pool, tennis courts, a beach-volley field, a mini-soccer field, table-tennis and bar make any stay very enjoyable. These facilities can be used for free and they are shared among the guests of this exclusive complex, who reside in the buildings that are located in the park.
In particular, the swimming-pool of the tourist complex “Antico Parco del Principe” is considered one of the most beautiful in Sorrento area. It is very large, 14 m (46 feet) by 26 m (85 feet), and it is equipped with a large solarium. There is also a smaller pool close to the big one and a slide, just for kids. The swimming pool is open from May, 20th, until September, 30th. Near the pool there is a bar.
The deck chairs for the swimming-pool are paid for seperatly: their use is free only for guests who spend at least two weeks in the Residence Vicalvano.
Near the swimming-pool table-tennis is available. And for Your childen some merry-go-rounds are waiting for them.
The tennis court and the mini-soccer field are availble for free. They are close to the swimming-pool and if needed the racquet and the balls for playing tennis or the ball for playing football, are available, for free, from the bar at the swimming-pool.
Another chance to enjoy oneself is the beach-volley field. The use of this field in sand is free and it is totally surrounded by beautiful oleander plants. This place is another of the amenities where one can spend free time and where one can meet the other guests of the complex.
For thoes who like trekking, a good idea is to explore the surroundings by walking along the foot-path which starts from the Castle and arrive as far as Amalfi: that itinerary is called “the path of the Gods” for its beauty, because on the way ane can see at the same time the Amalfi Coast and the Sorrento one.
For those who are gourmet orientated, extraordinary dishes can be enjoyed in the Restaurant outside the complex. For thoes who like fish, we reccomend the Restaurant “Silenzio Cantatore”, which is near the tourist Complex “Antico Parco del Principe”. Those who wish to try one of the best pizzas in the area are advised to go to the Restaurant “Zio Sam” (500 meters away from the Apartments).
WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE “VICALVANO APARTMENTS”?
Vicalvano Apartments are located on the Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful natural environments in the world, so beautiful that it is considered “patrimony of the world” (UNESCO). They are in a magic position, near a princes Castle, in a quiet spectacular location with a sea-view. It is advisable for tourists who love to stay in the countryside and away from the noise of the cities, but at the same time wish to visit the tourist attractions of the Sorrento area. In fact, near the tourist complex “Antico Parco del Principe”, there are the National Roads 145 and 163 which take to Pompeii, Naples, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Moreover, the prices of the apartments are very reasonable. Their guests can stay in a splendid place and can use for free the amenities of the complex ”Antico Parco del Principe” (50 m away): swimming-pool, tennis courts, mini-soccer field, car parking, trekking path etc. Besides, nearby - approximately 300 m (328 yards) is the bus stop, some shops and restaurants.
HOW TO REACH SORRENTO
FROM ROME BY CAR:
From Rome take the \"A1\" south (Napoli) and, after leaving Naples, take the \"A3\" Napoli - Salerno (Not Tangenziale Napoli). Follow the brown sign “Penisola Sorrentina”. Exit at Castellammare di Stabia and follow Sorrento.
FROM ROME AIRPORT BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
There is a shuttle that connects the Airport with the main railway station in Rome.
From the main station there are several trains to Naples (The trip takes approximately 2 hours).
In alternative, (only on week days) the “Marozzi” bus leaves from Tiburtina train station at 7:00 am and 3:00 pm: the bus takes directly to Sorrento ( Euros 15.99).
FROM NAPLES CAPODICHINO AIRPORT BY CAR:
From Naples Capodichino Airport follow the A/3 Naples-Salerno, in the salerno direction, exit at Castellammare di Stabia; once in Castellammare di Stabia follow the National Road 145 (SS 145) as far as Sorrento which is about 48 kms away from Naples.
FROM NAPLES CAPODICHINO AIRPORT BY PUBLIC MEANS:
From Naples airport you can take a taxi or bus to the railway station at Piazza Garibaldi.
At the main train station board the local Circumvesuviana trains which leave for Sorrento every 20 minutes all day.
In alternative, from Naples Capodichino Airport you can take the bus “Curreri”, that takes you directly to Sorrento; it departs at 9:00 am – 11:30 am – 01:00 pm – 02:30 pm – 04:30 pm – 07:00 pm. (The trip takes approximately 1 hour).