The cottage was really beautiful and the hosts could not be better! The space was great for us - a small family of two adults and one very active 3 yr old. The views were gorgeous and the cottage incredibly clean, well maintained with very comfortable beds and everything we needed. The bathrooms were super and the lower kitchen is brand new.

The hosts were really a highlight in and of themselves -- they picked us up from the airport, wrote out really great recommendations, rearranged the space as requested and even brought over some apertifs and delicious pastries in the mornings. Not to mention being available for questions and providing a ride back to the nearest taxi stand on the way out. We were made to feel very comfortable and home with wonderful wonderful hosts.

The cottage is at the bottom of a hill - which allows for the great, unobstructed views - and is coupled with a healthy walk to the top gates. The buses and public transport take you where you want to go (we went to pompei, capri and herculaneum as well as the city center mostly by public transportation). The buses and trains can take a while and - depending on where/how you want to get around, can be very crowded at certain times of day. Ask Roberta for her thoughts -- she will be very clear about best options and will also warn you about where/how to be cautious. Taxis are not very expensive and we sometimes took the bus as far as Mergellina and taxis from there to the main station.

The only downside for us is that we had to leave so soon! we would have liked to stay longer and just enjoy the area around the cottage. The restaurants around Marechiaro are lovely and it would have been nice to go back. You'll probably enjoy the area most in fine weather (which we did have) so just something to keep in mind.

Would definitely recommend and hope to come back!