Roberta and her husband are the kindest, most gracious hosts one could imagine. We were surprised and delighted on arrival to receive samples of local foods, including apricot preserves made from trees on the property. Fresh pastries awaited us on the garden table each morning.

The apartment, which is in the lower level of their family home, is light, spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a very well equipped kitchen and its own garden and gate. The walk up the private road to the street is steep but manageable and leads directly to the bus stop.

The bus ride to the center takes about 20 minutes but Posillipo is a world away. The views are spectacular and there is a large park in walking distance. We were sorry not to be able to visit the archeological site (Pausilypon), which requires a guide. Something to dream about for a future visit.