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The Setting Is Just Perfect: Villa 180sqm,6 km From Beach, Private Pool, Gardens

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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Alassio, Liguria
  • Place, Wall of Alassio
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Budello di Alassio
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Marina di Alassio
    ‪6 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Setting Is Just Perfect: Villa 180sqm,6 km From Beach, Private Pool, Gardens

What makes this special is the chance to rent both this house and Villa La NiCChia—adjacent but completely separate—at the same time. A rare opportunity (but not an obligation!) in Liguria, a region that is not very flat and doesn't have many large open spaces because it's squeezed between the sea and the mountains, but it's full of stunning locations. Our property is one of these. So, friends and family can all gather—only when they choose—to fully enjoy this corner of paradise with all its wonders. Just like us during family times.
The elegance of Villa La Maclura lies in its comfortable simplicity. It’s located at 380 meters above sea level in the scenic, peaceful hills of Alassio — the well-known tourist beach resort - just a short ten-minute drive from us. The house is part of the private Borgo (its earliest record dates back to 1522), which is enclosed within the grounds of an ancient castle. It consists of three country houses: Villa la Nicchia, Il Gombo, and a private residence for our family. My husband, Riccardo, and I will stay in the attic of the nearby Villa La NiCChia to provide you with steady yet discreet assistance with all your needs, including garden maintenance, pool monitoring, irrigation, and appliance maintenance. Each house has its own entrance, garden, pool, chill-out area, BBQ, and parking space. The pool at Villa Maclura will be open from April through the end of October. During the middle season, guests can choose whether they prefer cold water or bask in the sun! The property includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a lounge, and a large kitchen, all spread across three floors, exclusively for guests. Originally a farmhouse, the house has been transformed into an elegant small mansion after a recent, thorough renovation: attention was paid to color schemes and accessories, furniture, and preserving original materials—terracotta floors, visible wooden beams, stonework, and an ancient slate staircase (dating back to the 9th century AD!) along with a fireplace. Many features reflect the historical past, such as our medieval tower, which the City of Alassio has designated as a symbol of the town.
PLEASE NOTE
*Due to technical reasons, reservations between March 31 and April 30, 2026, must be made at least eight days in advance.
*Villa La Maclura is part of a single property—the historic Borgo of the family castle—which includes three detached but nearby houses, located 5.5 km from the center of Alassio. It is accessible via a typical Ligurian road with two lanes and many curves, with the last section (1.2 km) being narrower due to terrain conditions.
*Reading and observing the house rules are part of the rental agreement. You will receive these before your arrival.
*We prioritize flexibility on many matters, especially regarding the two additional fees we charge on an as-needed basis. One is the additional fee for good LPG heating (1), which we cannot estimate in advance. We will calculate the consumption together on the morning of departure; the cost is likely to be around €5.50 per m³.
The other concerns the final cleaning fee (2), which is not shown in the website payment summary because it depends on the number of guests and the number of nights stayed. The minimum fee is €100, and the maximum is €160, payable on the morning of departure. The Tourist Tax is €1.50 per person per night. For your information, the Alassio Municipality has decided that tourist tax payments are only accepted from the property owner, not via any booking platform.
*Check-in is available from 4:00 p.m.; check-out is by 9:30 a.m.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Hanbury Tennis Club. Features include an outdoor pool, a water park and laundry facilities. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Parish Church of St Ambrogio and 8 minutes from Chiesa Santa Maria degli Angeli
The Setting Is Just Perfect: Villa 180sqm,6 km From Beach, Private Pool, Gardens offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. The family-friendly The Setting Is Just Perfect: Villa 180sqm,6 km From Beach, Private Pool, Gardens also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Alassio villa.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only in outside area

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,991 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: please ask before

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only in outside area

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT009001C2IQIY9QRT

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

The Setting Is Just Perfect: Villa 180sqm,6 km From Beach, Private Pool, Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property in the hills.

The property is beautiful and the setting is stunning with amazing views out to sea. Be prepared for the 15 min drive up small mountain roads from Alassio, lots of blind corners and hair-pin bends which mean you don’t pop out for milk etc easily. The property manager is on site and is helpful if you need beach or shopping suggestions. The facilities at the property are good and our children (8,11,13) loved the pool. There is however a lot of concern from the property manager about noise around the pool area, which in the end left our children feeling uncomfortable. This was unfortunate and unexpected in a property marketed as family-friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marya L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, delightful hosts!

We loved everything about our stay. The location is perfection. The space beautifully created; it is very clean and more than comfortable with beautiful views. The children spent hours in the pool and looking for lizards. The kitchen has everything you need. The beds were very comfortable. It’s a dream vacation home. We would have stayed longer if we could. Elisa and Ricardo were warm, caring, helpful. We would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claus Magnusson B.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a gem

We were two families together with kids between 0 and 12 and we have a fantastic stay. The house, pool and the views are spectacular and was easily spacious for the eight if us. Elisa and Ricardo are wonderful hosts that really made us feel welcome and was so helpful with tips to restraints and the area and Elisa even helped us book a taxi one night. Wonderful people and a wonderful property. We’re coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing holiday experience

The accommodation, view and assistance of our hosts was first class
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Even better than the description online.

We loved our stay in the beautiful, elegant house set in large, peaceful grounds. The pool is fabulous, every comfort in the house, and the setting is just breathtaking. Elisa and Riccardo were lovely helpful hosts, full of info and tips
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annelies H., Delft

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a Wonderful stay!

Beautiful terrain, with a fine house very well equipped. The owners are very kind and helpfull Ciao Elisa e Riccardo! Annelies Evert Melanie and kids
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Beautiful setting with excellent amenities. Exceptionally comfortable accommodations.

Elisa and Riccardo are EXCELLENT hosts. They really made our stay in their lovely home special. We received a tour of the property including facinating historical background. Ricardo even helped us get the outdoor fire going for our grill! They were attentive to our needs but not at all intrusive. We would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property for your home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Charming house in a beautiful setting

We had a great week at La Maclura. Lovely Elisa was there to welcome us ( even though it was after midnight) and was on hand to offer information if we needed her . The house is charming, full of character and clean and well equipped. The pool and outdoor areas are pretty and well kept. We did some walking in the area, a snorkelling trip to an island and a trip to Menton and Monaco; and Alassio is a very busy little town with great shopping and beach fun. Highly recommended. Thankyou Elisa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Simone L.

Perfect location, very well kept, great owners

We were three families (6 adults and 4 children between 3 and 9 years) and spent a week in July in Elisa and Ricardo´s wonderful house. We really enjoyed our holidays and had a great time. The house is renovated with love, all rooms are practically furnished. At the same time you can see that the owners have a lot of taste and take care of their house. It was possible to go hiking in the area around. The swimmingpool was bigger than expected, Ricardo was cleaning it every day. We enjoyed sitting on the terrace with a view and having our dinner there. There is a big barbecue we liked to use. You can spend a lot of time in the house and garden, but it is also very easy to go down to the beach or to the small village Moglio where you can find a baker and a very delicious trattoria. I could go on with saying a lot of good things about the location. It has been a perfect holiday for us families and I can highly recommend the place. Maybe we will come back ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Sarah L., Wales

Relaxing Holiday in Beautiful Surroundings

We stayed in the larger of the two houses, La Maclura, situated in the quiet hamlet of Vegliasco. Vegliasco is 2km from Moglio which has a shop, trattoria, bakery and bar. You can also catch the very reliable bus to Alassio from Moglio if you don't fancy the drive down the mountain yourself. It's a 10 minute drive to Alassio which has beach bars, restaurants and lots of shops. We were two families so the layout worked perfectly for us as the adults had the two double bedrooms and the children had the children's rooms up in the attic and on the lower ground floor. The views of Alassio and the sea are spectacular. Elisa and Ricardo were nearby and helped with restaurant bookings and tips on where to park in Alassio and locations of free beaches. They have created a beautiful home and gardens. The house was lovely inside with two terraces and an outdoor pool. We were lucky that the house next door was free during our second week and so we were able to use the outdoor kitchen and pizza oven that belongs to the neighbouring house, also owned by Elisa. This house is the perfect Italian retreat for a quiet and relaxing holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Saskia d.

Liked: Cleanliness
een fijn huis met goede voorzieningen en een prachtig uitzicht
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iva E.

Liked: Cleanliness
a nice house and very friendly hosts.The garden was also beautiful and the swimming pool was lovely. the location on top of the hill was very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisette v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home with spectacular view

We had a great stay at this holiday home. On top of the mountain with a nice pool and all the facilities you need. Our hosts where very kind and helped us in any way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Belle maison

Très bon séjour entre amis dans un cadre magique !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

wunderschöner Aufenthalt

Wir verbrachten eine Woche mit Freunden im Ferienhaus. Es war durchweg wunderbar. Das Haus liegt sehr hoch in den Bergen, ca. 15 Min vom Ortskern entfernt. Wir waren zu 8 und hatten ausreichend Platz. Für Abends sollte man Autan o.Ä. dabei haben. Alles war sauber und gemütlich. Der Pool ist groß und sauber. Die Vermieter sind sehr sympathisch und sehr nett!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartholomäus W., Möhnesee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme et tranquillité dans un cadre superbe

Très belle propriete sur les hauteurs d'Alassio. Maison avec beaucoup de charme. Hôtes charmants et attentionnés. Sejour reussi.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Toller Urlaub

Sehr angenehme Gastgeber, tolle Finca mit sehr gepflegtem Garten. Es ist alles vorhanden. Die Aussicht auf das Meer ist herrlich. Zur Finca hin fährt man etwa 10 Minuten den Berg rauf, die Straßen sind hier gut befahrbar.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Zu empfehlen!

Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit in diesem Ferienhaus. Es war alles vorhanden, was man sich für einen erholsamen Urlaub wünscht…. schöner warmer Pool, herrlicher Blick, freundliche Gastgeber
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolut fantastisch!!

Die Unterkunft hält was sie verspricht. Vor allem der Pool :-) Die Eigentümer waren super freundlich und sehr hilfsbereit!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keanu B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bella Villa

It was a very grand and nice house. The pool is awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ruhig und erholsam

Das Haus liegt am Berghang auf einem terassenartigem Gelände. Es liegt sehr idyllisch, ruhig und fern vom Trubel der Stadt. Es bietet einen wunderschönen Blick ins Tal. Allerdings ist Meerblick nur vom oberen Balkon möglich. Es hat 2 Schlafzimmer im Dachgeschoss und 3 Schlafzimmer im Untergeschoss. Insgesamt gibt es 3 Badezimmer mit Duschen. Es ist für 9 Personen ausreichend mit allem ausgestattet, der Esstisch in der Küche ist für 9 Personen allerdings zu klein. Der Esstisch und Stühle außen könnten bei längeren Grillabenden etwas gemütlicher sein. Die Temperaturen am Abend sind aufgrund der Lage in den Bergen angenehmer als in Alassio selbst. Eine dünne Jacke hilft, wenn es später und kühler wird. Man sollte auf Mücken am Abend und sporadischem Auftreten von Ameisen vorbereitet sein. Die Besitzer leben direkt nebenan und sind sehr liebenwert und helfen mit vielen Empfehlungen zu Strand, Restaurants oder sonstigen Aktivitäten. Der Pool ist ein Salzwasserpool, was wir als sehr angenehm empfunden haben. Die Straße zum Haus ist eng! Bei Gegenverkehr muss man rückwärts fahren bis eine Ausweichbucht kommt. Der Weg in die Stadt dauert 15 bis 20 Minuten mit dem Auto. Parken kann man gut aber kostenpflichtig am Bahnhof oder beim Carrefour.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johannes P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Posto e villa meravigloso

Era un bellissimo posto e stupenda villa con tranquillita
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023