This property set in a privileged position on the hills behind Cinque Terre, between Liguria and Tuscany. The beaches of Liguria as well as Tuscany and the Cinque Terre villages are easily accessible from here. Ideal to go during the day to bath with the family to enjoy the culture of the country and to draw in the evening in the freshness and tranquility of the mountains back. The villa has been carefully renovated with fine traditional materials and fabrics of the highest quality to offer all modern comforts. Surrounded by mediterranean trees it guarantees utmost privacy and seclusion and occupies the perfect spot for peaceful relaxation. In addition, the villa's outdoor pool and the lovely pergola and relax area invite you to bathe at leisure quietly. For those who love silence and nature, for families and groups of friends, is the ideal place for meeting to discover unusual itinerary and the antique flavors, the local food is excellent, not forgetting that at 30 minutes by car there is the sea with its beautiful beaches of Monterosso in Cinque Terre, Levanto, Porto Venere, Poet's Gulf, Lerici, Fiascherino and Tellaro. Moreover thanks to the villa's location you can easily reach interesting tourist and cultural sights both in Liguria and Tuscany.
ACCOMMODATION
The property consists of two independent units with kitchen, fully equipped and furnished. 8 bedrooms (All beds are King size); 6 bathrooms (4 with shower 2 with bath tub)
*** KINDLY NOTE ***
A) the property is rented for exclusive use of our customers (swimming pool included). Owners can not rent any available / empty apartment during your stay. B) It is not allowed to share a group of 10 people in two apartments. If your group is made of 10 people this group will be hosted at "La Stele 2" apartment only.
The Stele 1 - (6 pax) Ground floor: large living room connected to the kitchen, large open space dining / kitchen area, 2 double bedrooms with 2 bathrooms en-suite (1 with shower 1 with bath tub) First floor: 1 Double bedroom; 1 Bathroom with shower
The Stele 2 - (10 pax) Ground floor: 1 Double bedrooms, 1 Bathroom with shower, First floor: 2 Double bedrooms, 1 Twin, 2 Bathrooms (1 with shower, 1 with bath tub) Second floor: 1 Double Bedroom
GROUNDS
Outside the patio extends to a shaded open living area. Here the sofas and armchairs and a large dining table offer wonderful relaxation, leisurely breakfasts and the perfect setting for romantic evening dinners. Private Swimming Pool (size sm.5X20) with 1 Outdoor shower with warm water, Private Garden, Patio with dining area, Private Parking for 6 cars, Panoramic views.
LOCATION
Closest city: Brugnato 14 km where there are supermarkets, restaurants, shops, banks Nearest shop: 2 km Distance to shopping: Brugnato 14 km Closest restaurant: Pieve di Zignago 2 km, Brugnato 14 km Other restaurants: Pignone 27 km, Monterosso al Mare 42 km, Closest beaches / sea: Monterosso al Mare 42 km, Levanto 34 km Nearest highway: Brugnato 14 km Nearest train station: Brugnato 14 km Nearest Airports: Genoa (GOA) 98 km, Pisa (PSA) 108 km,
SITES OF INTEREST
Cinque Terre by train: Trains depart daily from Levanto, La Spezia, Timetable and information: Trains Italy Cinque Terre by boat: Ferry companies depart daily from the local ports of Levanto, Monterosso and La Spezia Towns & Villages: Brugnato: 14 km, Pignone: 27 km, Levanto: 34 km, Monterosso al Mare: 42 km, Portovenere: 49 km, Portofino: 72 km, Genoa: 108 km, La Spezia: 39 km, Carrara / marble quarries: 57 km, Versilia / Forte dei Marmi: 75 km, Pisa: 108 km, Lucca: 100, Florence: 175 km.
PRICE INCLUDES
All linen and towels Pool towels All utilities WiFi Internet Access Water, Gas, Electricity Gardener Parking
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
Security Deposit: Euro 1,000.00 cash on arrival refunded on departure. Final Cleanings: Euro 250.00 (10 Pax) Midweek cleanings: Euro 150.00 Pets: Euro 10,00 day per dog Heating: Euro 30.00 Day
RENTAL CONDITIONS
1 week minimum stay Rentals are Saturday to Saturday Short rentals considered on request Arrival between 4 and 8 p. m. Departure by 10.00. Car essential Child friendly Pets welcome (Upon request)
AMENITIES
Included Services: Heating, Hair Dryer, Internet, Iron & Board, Linens Provided, Parking, Towels Provided, Washing Machine,
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: UPON REQUEST
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Zignago
Located in Zignago, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterosso Beach and Vernazza Beach. Parco Avventura Val di Vara and Happy Land bowling are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
Santuario Madonna della Fontana Airola - 39 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Santo Stefano di Magra Station - 38 min drive
Restaurants
La Bottega Del Caffè - 22 min drive
Autogrill - 52 min drive
Locanda dei castagni - 10 min drive
Taverna dei golosi - 21 min drive
Arcobaleno - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$1,573, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is PODERE GAIA 10P, by VILLASRETREATS, w/Pool, A/C, BBQ, Near 5 Terre located?
Nestled on the beach, this Zignago villa is within 12 mi (20 km) of Diocesan Museum, Shopinn Brugnato 5Terre Outlet Village and Santuario Madonna della Fontana Airola. Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Santuario di Nostra Signora di Roverano are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very nice villa with beautiful pool and vue, and very cozy dining space outside. However, the wifi did not work the week we where there and the Cinque Terre is about an hour from the villa. We had a wonderful vacation and the host was very kind!
Lage:
Die Unterkunft ist abgelegen und man hat seine Ruhe. Es gibt in Sichtweite nur ein einziges Haus (sehr weit weg!) zudemerreicht man ca in 1h Autofahrt die Gegend Cinque Terre (optimal für spontane Tagesausflüge ans Meer).
Unterkunft:
Es gibt zwei Parteien: für 6 oder 10 Gäste. Wir sind in letzterer untergekommen, waren die einzigen Gäste und somit hatten wir den gepflegten Pool für uns alleine (bei Belegung beider Parteien teilt man sich den Pool).
Der Terassenbereich ist groß und einladend. Hier lassen sich entspannte Grillabende verbringen. Es steht noch ein Steinofen zur Verfügung, den wir aber aufgrund fehlender Kenntnisse nicht verwendet haben.
Fazit:
Super Lage und Unterkunft - klare Weiterempfehlung
Ali S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
I loved having ALI! They were great with corresponding the purpose of their trip, they treated my place like their own, and most importantly,
they are such warm people. Smooth sailing from the get-go. I hope to have the opportunity to host them again and any host would be lucky to have them!’
Beautiful house & location, but still not up to expecations
The house, the garden and the outdoor area (with oven & bbq) are beautiful. Having rented dozens of houses in the past decade across Europe I have never seen such a large pool with such stunning view. Unfortunately overall satisfaction is still below par. One day without gas (tank was empty), one day without water (tank was empty) and very poor wifi (with 6 teenagers) is not what we expect for an house in this price range. The responsiveness by the owners was great, immediate response to any of our issues and questions which we greatly appreciated, but still.... this should not happen during a week's holiday. The location is beautiful but to our liking too far away from the main attractions in the region. The dwindling roads through the mountains imply at least an hour back and forth if you want to see anything of interest (if not more). It gets a bit tedious after a couple of times. Probably the house (esp. the two parts together) are best used by larger groups who want to stay around the house most of the time. Very nice, spatious and clean bedrooms and bathrooms, though kitchen area and living room little small for group of 8... but then again: the idea is to live outside when on holiday in Italy.
Edwin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2021
It was my pleasure hosting Edwin. He respected house rules, communication ran smoothly, and most importantly, he was super friendly!
Unfortunately during the stay there were some inconveniences caused by the sudden emptying of the tank essentially due to the excessive use during the high season by the previous guests but we are happy to have solved in a short time. We thank Edwin infinitely for his patience during these circumstances.
La maison est très belle et les équipements de qualité. Le "kit" de bienvenue était vraiment incroyable. Un grand merci pour cela :-) Nous avons passé un beau séjour dans la maison et les extérieurs sont magnifiques; la piscine est superbe. Cependant, nous n'avions pas bien compris où se situait la maison et il est vrai qu'elle est quand même bien éloignée de tout (compter 25 minutes de route de la maison à l'accès pour l'autoroute) Il faut donc tenir compte que les endroits touristiques se trouvent tous à au moins 1 heure de route. Et la route d'accès à la maison n'est pas en très bon état. Hormis ce point, notre séjour s'est très bien passé et le propriétaire fut très accueillant.
Emmanuelle R.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Gillian P.
27 July 2018
Wonderful hill-top retreat for rustic peace and quiet
Lovely country house, beautifully renovated and well-equipped. Contemporary decor and fully-equipped modern bathrooms. Fabulous pool. Covered patio, complete with built-in BBQ and pizza oven, and loads of space to entertain guests/family.
If you are looking for an escape from the city, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind. You are truly away-from-it-all, with clear skies, peace and quiet, and wide open views to the horizon.
Although Cinque Terre and Portofino are not that far away, it's actually at least an hour's drive to each one, with some pretty narrow, twisty roads to get there - so bear that in mind if you are thinking about booking a Cinque Terre restaurant in the evening - however, there are some lovely local restaurants nearby, with great food and excellent value.
The owner of the house could not have been more welcoming and went out of her way to make sure that we had everything we needed and were comfortable during our stay.
All in all, it was a wonderful, relaxing break, and just what we were looking for.
Gillian P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pat G.
25 February 2018
Amazing place
Amazing place and a wonderful experience. Family of 5 with children (11 yo, 9 yo, 9 yo).
We really enjoyed the quiet and infinity pool It was perfect for us, but certainly could accommodate more comfortably. The location is fantastic and the outdoor space is second to none.
Thank you very much
Pat G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roger B.
25 February 2018
Fantastic indeed
A charming villa indeed and regrets that we couldn't stay longer than 7 nights. The wlelcome package was fabulous.
Grazie Mille!!
Roger B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Pat G.
7 December 2017
TOTAL RELAX
A wonderful villa with a beautiful view over Cinque Terre.
The pool is very large and offers a nice view to the valley and the forest around. It feels good to relaxing outside with the sound of cicalas in the background.
Inside it's clean and you have everything for cooking and passing an unforgettable time. The landscape and the coast are breathtaking, but to discover the region it's better to choosing a low season, in july a lot of places are crowded of tourists. Thanks to the staff of Sea and Country Villas for their support during our stay.
Pat G.
Archival
8/10 Good
robert p.
22 November 2017
HOLIDAY IN GREAT RELAX
The owners have proved to be extremely helpful and friendly.
The property was clean and comfortable.
The distance from the facilities is minimal, but the house is isolated and quiet.
robert p.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
giuseppe b.
20 November 2017
Excellent!
Our family (counting 16 people) had a great time living in this fantastic house for a week in May. Great place to start exploring Cinque Terre. We'll be back next year for sure. Comes highly recommended!
giuseppe b.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Monique M.
19 November 2017
Excellent !
This is the second time we have stayed in Villa Podere Gaia. Everything in the villa was to a very high standard including all the facilities. The information pack was thorough and full of little bits about the Villa and Cinque Terre. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend Villas Podere Gaia to all.
Monique M.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
It has been a real pleasure to host you and your lovely family.
We hope to see you again soon
Sea and Country Villas
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Agathe R.
12 April 2017
Outstanding property!
What a beautiful property! Outstanding!! The pictures just don't do it justice. The remote location could possibly be a detraction to some, but we all loved it! Remote, bucolic, in the middle of vineyards and olive groves, the occasional falcons wandering by - who could ask for better from Liguria? It is close enough to the sea and near to the shopping center of Cinque Terre for all the necessities - good restaurants, wineries, groceries. La Spezia is close enough as well, with more shopping opportunities and variety. Best of both worlds! Plenty of room for 5 - 8 couples, with opportunities for even bigger crowds (or receptions) with HUGE common spaces: kitchen and dining table and 2 living areas. The new infinity pool was breath-taking - a total surprise!. Though still not finished, it was functional, and when landscaping and lighting are completed, will be an outstanding feature of this property, only excelled by, yet complimenting the views. The greenery around is a must see as well. The kitchen itself was a jewel and adequate for all our needs.
We had a fantastic stay here and we can't wait to come back.
Thank you very much indeed.
Agathe and Mike
Agathe R.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cleo S.
11 April 2017
Excellent modern villa with spectacular pool
We had the good fortune of spending a week in PODERE GAIA back in August of 2016, and I have to say that this experience was something out of a movie! Absolutely spectacular, gorgeous, and it really captured Liguria in such a beautiful way. Every detail was calculated and done with care! Betty didn't miss a thing in creating a warm atmosphere and making this a Home Away from home. The grounds were impeccable, the views breathtaking and the setting just incredible. Betty and Ettore were such fabulous and gracious hosts, and they were always there if you needed them. A day doesn't go by that we don't think of Podere Gaia and surroundings, and our only regret is that we didn't have more time there. Thank you for having given us the time of our lives! You are truly the best, and look forward to seeing you again!!
C. and Rupert