Paolo and his team were so nice. The people of vernazza are warm and hospitable. This was my second trip to vernazza and having a place to stay in the village itself was key to our experience.

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Carla. The Two floor apartment had everything we needed. There were 5 of us and if was great to have the privacy of two floors and two bathrooms! There was a small washer for laundry and we hung the clothes out to dry on the lovely terrace. There was early morning street noise and as others have mentioned you can hear the train. It wasn’t an issue for us. It was nice to have A/C too. Great location! Just up a few sets of stairs on beautiful back alley.

Paolo, our host, kindly greeted us while running his restaurant and gave us some pointers about the town. This 3 bedroom apartment is perfectly located up just a few steps to the top of the building with views of the train station and all the businesses in the Main Street. When all the tourists leave for the day, you will be glad you stayed. Great service. Great restaurants everywhere.

Short walk from train station we checked in at the restaurant owned by VRBO owner. A helpful gentleman threw 2 of our bags on his shoulder and we started the steep pathway to Casa Carla. The steps mentioned in other reviews are no joke! I counted almost 100 from the Main Street and short walk to the beautiful piazza by the sea. Casa Carla was well worth the climb and Vernazza was more beautiful than I could ever describe! Just a suggestion to pack light if possible.

The house was well located. Nice terrace. Close to everything. Also, close to the train station which is making a bit of noise but I think it is difficult to avoid that because the train station is located close to almost everything in Vernazza.

We stayed in the apartment for 3 nights. It was perfect for the four of us (there was even an additional bedroom where my son-in-law could work if necessary). It was very clean and exactly as pictured and described in the listing. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen and enjoyed breakfast on the terrace each morning. My daughter and I also enjoyed a glass of local wine on the terrace after our hikes. We received our booking confirmation promptly with instructions on how to check in. The owners were very friendly! The steps to Casa Carla weren’t a problem and neither was the noise from the train.

This property is perfectly Vernazza. Tucked up and around, both the indoor and outdoor spaces remind visitors that they have arrived.

The hosts just completely stopped replying to our messages through the app after our initial inquiry into the non-functioning fridge when we first checked in, not did they answer literally any other messages during our stay. We didn’t even receive an answer when we inquired about how to check out. I had to try to call the host multiple times on the morning that we were supposed to be leaving, and when THAT was met with no answer, eventually my partner had to walk down to the Main Street to try to find the owners because we didn’t know what to do. This was stressful and pretty frustrating. The food at the restaurant owned by the hosts is wonderful. Best Trofie pasta and pesto we had in Cinque Terre, hands down. The unit was cool- It has its own little courtyard outside where you can see the town and is pretty spacious. It’s very close to the main town area and the train station, which is super convenient. The sound from the train station is super loud, especially at night/ Besides the sound of the trains coming and going, you can hear the “ding ding” of the doors closing & the announcements from the station speakers clear as day from like 6/7 am to midnight. The power kept going out & we didn't know there was a breaker by the front door to turn it all back on. When we got there initially the fridge was off and defrosting because of it. It happened (& the fridge kept shutting off) several times throughout our stay when we were sleeping or out so we decided not to use the fridge much as it didn’t seem like we could trust it. There aren't really any extra supplies, so bring laundry soap, paper towel, garbage bags, napkins, a new sponge, etc. Relatively clean unit overall, but the kitchen and its contents could have used a deep clean

The property is a unique 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. It is clean but needs a little bit of TLC. Lots of outdoor space. It is a good walk up and down from the home to the street. I would definitely rent again but pack lighter. You are in Vernazza. Both the home and location are beautiful and a great "start exploring" kick off point.

Wonderful apartment. Very hard to climb to if you have heavy bags. Nice kitchen. Great patio. Plenty of space. Enjoyed it thoroughly.

The apartment was great. The steps up to it were a bit daunting but we got the hang of it. The patio was large and it was nice to sit out there and relax. It is close to the train station which was loud, but they didn’t run late at night. The town was sweet and we would stay there again if we ever went back. Also, the owner was great as was the food at his restaurant.

Loved our stay!

Lots of stairs to climb.

My third time staying in Vernazza. The apt. was perfect for my family stay in terms of space. The terrace was lovely where we enjoyed many meals together. It took awhile and some earplugs to get used to the sound of the frequent trains but that’s Vernazza. Paulo was very accommodating for all of our requests. Kitchen was well stocked although a new fridge would be something to consider. Overall, we had a great two weeks at Casa Carla!

Lovely place just off the main drag in Vernazza. Host is friendly and helpful, apartment has the basics to cook a meal, and our family of 6 had plenty of space to relax. Would definitely stay here again

This apartment is located in the heart on Vernazza, arguably the most scenic of the 5 towns of the Cinque Terre. The outdoor terrace with an outdoor dining table and lounge chairs was a huge plus, and that’s where we spent most of our time. There are the usual appliances and A/C, but the uniqueness of this property will warm your heart. There is no water view, but the view overlooking the town is spectacular. The only serious thing to consider is that the nights are LOUD due to the trains that rattle by at all hours of the night, so it’s hard to get sleep with the windows open. We used ear plugs and shut the windows at night which basically solved the problem. The property managers Paolo and Julia are super nice and responsive. They own a traditional restaurant in town which we also enjoyed. But if you come, pack light because stairs are everywhere in Vernazza, and this apartment, like many others, involves a few flights. Overall a great apartment and one we would love to stay in again.

The house is large enough for 6 people, but it is not very clean, near the train station so it is very noisy, the location is very convenient.

Great stay! Definitely stay in Vernazza instead of day tripping in so you can enjoy it without the hoards of tourists. The crowds start thinning out late afternoon and everything in the town is accessible and easy. The apartment has lovely views of the main street below. It was a comfortable base for us. You enter through a gate and the large patio is to your right. The patio is a nice place to enjoy focaccia, fried seafood and cold beverages. There was a balcony off the upstairs bedroom where we hung our laundry out to dry and also watch the activities of the town below. It's true that the train is very loud. You kind of have to choose between opening the windows for cool breezes or close them to muffle the noise. Wasn't the best for sleeping but we got used to the sounds and we made up for sleep in our next city. Enjoy the pace and rhythm of things. We saw a wedding, saw the small procession from the church to the top of town, and then saw them again at dinner, celebrating and dancing. We saw the small market that sets up Tuesday mornings. We received clear instructions beforehand and check in was easy. Get ready for many steps but it is nothing when you look around at how people got around and worked the land for centuries.

This is a great central place to stay in Cinque Terre. After visiting all five towns Vernazza is quite possibly best in terms of scenery and convenience. Both trails were open to hike to Monterosso and Corniglia while all other legs to the south were shut. Plenty of restaurants and shops all around. Overall very good.

The apartment is clean, comfortable and spacious. It has all the necessary features for an enjoyable stay. The apartment is located right in centre of beautiful Vernazza. Sometimes, it is a little noisy, due to the proximity of the rail station. During the day one does not pay attention to it, it can be a little annoying in the night for noise-sensitive persons. Overall, we truly enjoyed very much our stay.

We are a full time travelling family and this was really our favorite spot so far. If you're looking at which city in the Cinque Terre to stay in, Vernazza is IT. Less touristy, better local vibes, super easy train access, shops right under this flat, and the best harbour / prettiest village. The flat is very spacious, comfortable, and the hosts were wonderful. We had everything we needed and the terrace was an amazing bonus. Perfect location in town. We often stayed in the village but also hiked the trail between the 5 towns that make the Cinque Terre to see it all. (Highly recommended, though not easy hikes --but our young kids did it, even the 4 yr old!) This was my journal entry the morning we left: The sun is up in Vernazza, Italy- the jewel in the crown of the Cinque Terre. Warm rays highlight the Ligurian pastel colored homes, and forest green shutters prop open to take advantage of the honeysuckle scented breezes drifting off the mountain. The woman who runs the bottega in the center of town puts out boxes of fresh apricots, flowering zucchini, red apples, and giant bushels of tart grapes. Fishermen in small wooden boats call out, one to another, as they motor past the rolling blue morning waves pushing against the boulder wall in the harbor. Backpackers, tourists, and locals walk down the pedestrian only main street, at different paces specific to their destinations. The smell of rich coffee and warmed pastries wafts out of the cafes surrounding the piazza, and a few handsome older men sit outside on metal chairs, smoking hand rolled cigarettes and sharing observations on The State of Things. A train zooms into the rail station behind the main road with a whoosh! and an Italian woman’s voice announces mask wearing expectations and the next stop over the loudspeaker. A young man sweeps in front of a restaurant, an old woman calls out to her neighbor. I stand on the pier for a moment, snap a pic of my favorite place I’ve been so far, then climb back up the smoothed steps to the most perfectly charming flat we’ve been staying in, to finish packing our family’s bags in order to catch the morning train. Ciao bella Vernazza! Many thanks Julia and Paolo!

Overall this is a very nice property. Clean and spacious with almost every kitchen gadget you could want. It has a wonderful deck where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of this charming town.It is literally a few feet from the start of the Vernazza to Corniglia trail. There are restaurants all around and once inside it is a comfortable environment to sit and enjoy the Cinque Terre.The sounds, however, can be quite loud. Situated quite close to the rail station is both a blessing and a curse. Trains rumble by frequently, and the overhead announcements for the arrivals and departures can be heard and understood.Fortunately the frequency of the trains slows dramatically after 10 pm. They do start back up about 6 am. In addition to the trains, there is a very active bar with an energetic crowd just below the apartments location. Again, while noisy throughout the dinner hour and a little beyond, the crowd dispersed by 11 or so.The other item that is frequently mentioned in reviews is the stairs. Let's just say that your legs will get a workout, but you do get used to it. Unless you are mobility challenged, the stairs should not be the reason to exclude this property. The best news is that there is a very inexpensive luggage service available at the train station. The owners of the apartment paid to have our bags delivered from the train station to the apartment. I inquired and found that they would also come back to the apartment and deliver the bags back to the train station for 4 euro per bag. You are absolutely nuts if you don't take advantage of this service. I wish I would have taken a picture of the little store where the luggage office is, but just look for it before you exit the stairs from the train station to the street.One last note. The owners are sometimes a little slow to respond, but be patient, they will get back to youWould I stay here again? Absolutely.

Overall this is a very nice property. Clean and spacious with almost every kitchen gadget you could want. It has a wonderful deck where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of this charming town. It is literally a few feet from the start of the Vernazza to Corniglia trail. There are restaurants all around and once inside it is a comfortable environment to sit and enjoy the Cinque Terre. The sounds, however, can be quite loud. Situated quite close to the rail station is both a blessing and a curse. Trains rumble by frequently, and the overhead announcements for the arrivals and departures can be heard and understood. Fortunately the frequency of the trains slows dramatically after 10 pm. They do start back up about 6 am. In addition to the trains, there is a very active bar with an energetic crowd just below the apartments location. Again, while noisy throughout the dinner hour and a little beyond, the crowd dispersed by 11 or so. The other item that is frequently mentioned in reviews is the stairs. Let's just say that your legs will get a workout, but you do get used to it. Unless you are mobility challenged, the stairs should not be the reason to exclude this property. The best news is that there is a very inexpensive luggage service available at the train station. The owners of the apartment paid to have our bags delivered from the train station to the apartment. I inquired and found that they would also come back to the apartment and deliver the bags back to the train station for 4 euro per bag. You are absolutely nuts if you don't take advantage of this service. I wish I would have taken a picture of the little store where the luggage office is, but just look for it before you exit the stairs from the train station to the street. One last note. The owners are sometimes a little slow to respond, but be patient, they will get back to you Would I stay here again? Absolutely.

Everything perfect

We liked our Vernazza apartment.Spacious for 6 adults. Right on the Main Street. The train station is close by, so the noise and announcements you will hear, especially in the early morning. Check-in is easy and the Restaurant is wonderful We had a great time

We liked our Vernazza apartment. Spacious for 6 adults. Right on the Main Street. The train station is close by, so the noise and announcements you will hear, especially in the early morning. Check-in is easy and the Restaurant is wonderful We had a great time

Fabulous location in the best village in cinque terra. Lots of steps to get to apartment not mentioned in description. Friendly hosts at the restaurant, organised luggage to be taken up for us. A few maintenance issues such as broken doors. Fabulous terrace.

Wonderful apartment for our stay in Vernazza. It easily accommodated 6 adults. Plenty of outdoor space available. Spotlessly clean with really good facilities. There are many steps to get to the apartment but the height made for an excellent view and I think most accommodation in this type of town is up many steps. It is very close to the train station witch is very handy but also a bit noisy through the night so you need to close windows. I would definitely use this apartment again if I return and would recommend it to other travelers.

The property is beautiful. Well worth the steps. The town had the Italian charm we expected. I highly recommend this property.

We had three generations here and it worked beautifully. The terrace is a wonderful space for the whole family. The owners were very friendly and responsive to any of our needs. We would stay here again.

Positives: Clean, plenty of room for the 6 of us, great patio for a wonderful view and time to relax, two full baths, kitchen was very functional, great to have a washer for clothes, comfortable beds, great balcony with clothes line for drying out our swim suits. Negatives: The TV never worked, we contacted the owners the morning after arrival and it was never fixed (although they did send someone to try and it was the cable or satellite that wasn't working) when we arrived the wifi wasn't working we finally found it and had to trouble shoot to get it working, it would have been a good thing to make sure all the amenities listed would have been up and running before our arrival, the only AC was a small unit in the living room area, it did keep that one room cool but that is all, most apartments it seems are close to the train station, so trains going thru kept us awake day and night as we couldn't close the windows because we had no AC. The town of Vernazza was so wonderful and the small beach area was so enjoyed by my grandsons.

Fantastic location for us. My wife and I spent 3 days with our Nephew's and their wives for a family vacation. This property has a great outdoors area and comfortable rooms for 6 people. We really enjoyed ourselves and had a great view of Vernazza. If I were to have a negative, the train station is close, so you do hear the trains.