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La Casa del Gigante Luxury Sea View Villa

Apartment near Monterosso Beach in Monterosso al Mare

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41507 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Monterosso al Mare, Liguria
  • Place, Fegina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterosso Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Monterosso al Mare

On waterfront.With a stay at this Monterosso al Mare apartment, you'll be steps from Statue of the Giant and a 5-minute walk from Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area. Monterosso Beach and Fegina Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Fegina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Statue of the Giant - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Buranco Agriturismo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Monterosso Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Monterosso Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Massimo della Focaccia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Terrazza Cigolini - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bar Eden - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar Stella Marina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Midi Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

La Casa del Gigante Luxury Sea View Villa

Summary:

An extraordinary luxury villa in Monterosso al Mare, next to the famous statue of the Giant — once part of the prestigious Villa Pastine. Magnificently restored, it blends history, striking architecture and views over the Ligurian Sea. A welcome package awaits, designed for our large villas: trofie pasta, pesto, a bottle of local wine and taggiasca olives, plus milk, orange juice and some seasonal fruit already in the fridge — the first evening's dinner is almost ready. 140 sqm over two levels, sleeps up to 4.



The Space:

Lower level: a bedroom carved into the rock, air conditioned, with a small terrace, and a sofa bed configurable as a double, single, or two separate beds, plus a private bathroom accessible from the living room. Upper level: a spacious mezzanine with a king-size double bedroom and a private bathroom with a panoramic sea-view shower, a striking living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a sofa for seating only (not a sofa bed), a designer kitchen (induction hob, tall fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso, washer-dryer). Chef-at-Home service and Ligurian pasta and pesto classes available on request.



Guest Access:

Exclusive access to the villa.



The Neighborhood:

Next to Monterosso's statue of the Giant, with sea views by day and by night thanks to the huge arched windows.



Getting Around:

Monterosso's centre and beach are an easy walk away.



Other Things to Note:

Pets not allowed.



We leave a few breakfast basics in the kitchen for your first morning (croissants, biscuits, jam, tea, coffee, portioned powdered milk, sugar); where a kitchen is available, also our award-winning extra virgin olive oil from a local producer whose mill and honey production can be visited on one of our experiences, plus salt and washing-up liquid, and washing machine/dishwasher pods where fitted. Bed and bath linen included, with shower gel, conditioner, body wash and hand soap. Professional cleaning.



Our concierge office in Vernazza is open 9:30am–7:00pm from 1 March to 31 October; outside this period the office is closed, with presence available on request. We're always happy to welcome guests staying in any of the other villages too, whether for a quick hello or for advice on local experiences and activities.



Licence code CITRA 011019-LT-0507 · National Identification Code IT011019C2P3TH8IDN.



Interaction with Guests:

⚠ ASSISTED CHECK-IN ONLY — no self check-in available. Standard hours 3:00pm–7:00pm; late check-in on request, with a supplement. Welcome basket with local products and breakfast for the first day.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 debit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT011019C2P3TH8IDN

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection
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Frequently asked questions

Does La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection to the beach?

This apartment is a short 11-minute walk from Monterosso Beach and 2-minute walk from Fegina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is La Casa del Gigante Luxury Collection to downtown Monterosso al Mare?

This apartment is 0.6 mi away from Monterosso al Mare.

La Casa del Gigante Luxury Sea View Villa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place In Cinque Terre!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the GIANT

The staff were very helpful with suggestions throughout the trip. The VRBO was spacious and the location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Amazing location, Amazing View, Amazing property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Everything about this stay was amazing! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location

The view and proximity to the beach is unbeatable. Very short walk from the train station and easy to do with all our luggage. We loved our stay here and the property managers are very helpful friendly and easy to get a hold of. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Amazing Stay at an Amazing Location

The views from this VRBO are breathtaking. The accommodations are excellent and it's a short walk to the train station. Monterosso is a quaint little village on the riviera and it's an easy walk to some of the best restaurants and shops around. There are 5 villages total in the Cinque Terre and it's an easy train ride to each one. Each provides amazing architecture and restaurants and it's right on the Gulf of Genoa. I highly recommend this property to anyone that travels to Northern Italy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
It needs to be explained in a clear way all of the narrow steep stairs inside of the apartment
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Unique, One of a kind property. Great location

Property was properly represented in the listing. Great and very unique location. We were provided plenty of towels and a nice basket of fruit, pasta, olive oil, pesto sauce and a bottle of wine. Very clean and the a/c worked well. There were a few ants but nothing to complain about based on how the unit is built into a seaside cliff. Getting the vehicle close to unload is very tight but nothing unexpected. Public parking near the beach for overnight was easy. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Experience

I can’t think of a more interesting place to stay in Cinque Terre. It is such a cool experience staying at Il Gigante! The view is unsurpassed…you can literally see all 5 Cinque Terre towns while sitting on the sofa in the living room. The place was spotless when we arrived and there was local produce and specialty foods left for us. They even had a chilled bottle of Prosecco for us. One word of caution…the beautiful stone floors inside are quite slippery if you’re just wearing socks, so maybe wear shoes or slippers with a grip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury on the beach!

This was a truly unique property— extremely comfortable with gorgeous views and just steps to the beach— literally steps! The rocks right off the beach even had some fish which made for some fun impromptu snorkeling. The neighborhood was quiet especially compared to the “old town” of Monterosso where the trains were running through. The space was roomy enough for a family of four with 2 teenagers— and I was so grateful for the extra bathroom. There are a few steps to climb to get to the property and given the loft layout there are also steps inside which were fine for us, but may not be ideal if you are traveling with individuals with mobility issues. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay at La Casa del Gigante! Nicely furnished, comfortable, wonderful kitchen, gorgeous view of the water!!.....we also enjoyed the nice food basket that was left for us. Only one complaint: The sun is very strong coming into the massive living room windows The glare and the heat were almost unbearable! There are curtain hooks on a curtain rod but there are no curtains??! Curtains are seriously needed. We hope to have a return visit to this lovely apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

A Unique Place and Experience

We were so pleased when we entered this amazing property. It was every bit as nice and interesting as the pictures had us hoping for. The location is terrific. With the huge windows overlooking the public beach below opened to hear the waves and let the breeze in, we felt we couldn't possibly find any better place the be. So we took advantage of the thoughtful gifts of food and wine set out for us and prepared our own dinner in, and breakfast the next morning. The kitchen was well supplied and there are two markets within a 5 minute walk to get whatever else you need. We loved our stay here. Our only note of caution is that it would be a tough place to stay for anyone with mobility issues or young kids due to the narrow stairs and smooth floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is amazing

First, the company that runs this rental is first-rate. We were personally met at the property and had everything explained to us so we knew how to run everything. They provided complimentary extras like Prosecco, eggs, tomatoes, apricots. First rate. The only working washer/dryer we had our entire 2 week Europe trip (we stayed several different places). The view from this property cannot be beat. Air conditioning worked very well. Our 19 and 18 year old boys were happy with the extra bedroom set up, but two older adults might not be. Cinque Terre was probably our favorite leg of our trip, and Montessori is a great base. Be sure to hit the older side of Montessoro too, it’s got a lot of character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here if you have the chance!!

From the moment we arrived, everything about this VRBO was flawless. The host was incredibly welcoming and communicative, offering clear directions, local recommendations, and thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home.The property itself was unique, beautifully decorated, and exactly as pictured—if not better. Every detail had been considered, from cozy linens and a fully stocked kitchen to high-speed Wi-Fi and even a welcome basket with pasta, fresh produce and local treats. Even eggs, juice, wine and butter was provided. The location was perfect: quiet and peaceful, yet close to everything we needed—shops, restaurants, and attractions were just minutes away. We especially loved relaxing taking in the gorgeous views from the huge picture window in the living room. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. It was truly a home away from home, and we’re already looking forward to booking again. Highly recommend this gem to anyone looking for comfort, convenience, and a touch of luxury.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025