A house like a boat – living the sea in the heart of Monterosso

Wonderful home in the perfect location overlooking the sea. Every little detail was provided. We felt so lucky to stay in this amazing and gracious home.

Location location! Possibly the best location in Cinque Terre perched on the edge of the steep hill above the beachfront of old town Monterosso.

Excellent location with views of water, beach and city. Well equipped. Good restaurants nearby. The views are the best. Very interesting tile floor. If you have luggage with wheels, consider walking through tunnel and coming up the stairs from the other side of Fegina/train. Otherwise going over the top is uphill and uneven walkway. Be prepared fro some stairs at the property but the view is worth it.

Our family of 4 enjoyed the immersive sea experience and would be back in a heartbeat

Beautiful location overlooking the sea!

The view from here is incredible! It is better than the pictures even show! It is also close to town and only a short walk to the train station. Absolutely beautiful!!

Awesome property with unobstructed views. Very close to town (less than 5 min) with many shops and restaurants. Winery just north of town is excellent and walkable (albeit uphill) in 10 min. The ferry pier is just below the property and the start of hike to Vernazza is close as well.Could not have had a better experience.Thank you Cristina

Staying at Enrico & Elena’s Casa Cappuccini in Monterosso, Cinque Terre was an unforgettable experience. The home truly felt like “living on a boat”. It is perched right above the water, with the sound of the sea and breathtaking views all around us. The terrace patio was a highlight of our stay, offering the perfect spot to relax, soak in the scenery, and enjoy some great people-watching throughout the day.The house itself was exceptionally well-equipped; with everything we could possibly need for a comfortable and easy stay. Its location couldn’t have been better. It is just a short walk to the town, train station, and a variety of wonderful restaurants.Our host, Cristina, was incredibly welcoming and thoughtful. She met us upon arrival, made sure we were settled in, and ensured we had everything we needed throughout our stay.We absolutely loved our time here and would highly recommend Casa Cappuccini to anyone looking for a unique and memorable stay in Cinque Terre.

Amazing place. Even better location.

We had a wonderful stay. The view was as advertised - we were lucky in the off season to have very nice weather so every night we feel asleep with moonlight hitting the sea right outside our balcony. Two bits of advice is you book here - first, if you're walking from the train station, take the staircase on the right just before you would walk through the tunnel between new town and old. Our host was using Whatsapp with translation on and it wasn't super clear until it was too late. Second, we were there in early November and we're expected it to be quiet, but it was QUIET. Maybe a quarter of the restaurants and mats were open at night. Make we're doing renovations, etc. It was nice not to battle what I'm sure are huge summer crowds, but it was a little extreme. If we come back we'd probably do September or October. The property is perfect and we wouldn't trade the experience for anything. Thank you!

We had wonderful days at the “House Like a Boat” in Monterosso al Mare — the view from the terrace over the sea and the beach is unbeatable. It’s the perfect starting point for hikes and boat trips, as the ferry dock is right in front of the house and you’re directly on the hiking trail. Just a minute’s walk uphill, there’s an excellent restaurant with very good cuisine.The house is a little gem, both in terms of location and interior design. The kitchen is perfectly equipped — you’ll find everything you need.Christina gave us a very warm welcome and was also very helpful upon our arrival.The house cannot be reached by car. If, like us, you do come by car, you can park in the main parking lot in Monterosso al Mare. The walk to the house is about 700 meters — 500 meters almost flat, then a small incline for the last 200 meters. We took a taxi from the parking lot since we had two heavy suitcases. (Christina kindly helped us with the taxi, and it worked out perfectly.) When we left, we walked back to the parking lot. Our recommendation: definitely bring rolling suitcases — then it’s no problem at all.If possible, it’s advisable not to come by car. We were lucky with parking, as in October it wasn’t very crowded anymore, but at other times it can apparently be quite full. The parking fee for us from Saturday 5:00 p.m. to Wednesday 11:00 a.m. was 70.Many thanks to Christina for her great support, and to Elena and Enrico for renting this unique property to us.

We had the best time staying at this beautiful house in Monterosso! The house was clean, perfectly located and the host was terrific! We will happily return one day again.

The apartment was great The Patio was spectacular and a great place to people watch with a glass of wine. Loved it

We have stayed at many VRBO properties. We have never stayed at a place that had such a beautiful view of the ocean. This place was breathtaking.

Great location, great house, great hosts. Thanks!

This is a perfect location with beautiful views. The home is well equipped and very comfortable.We really enjoyed our stay.

Excellent location! Beautiful views. Comfortable and clean accommodations.

Additional towels would have been nice

We will remember our stay here forever. The home is in an unimaginable location, very well appointed and comfortable.

Excellent unique place to stay in the best location of Monterosso. The beds were all comfortable, the house and kitchen were well stocked and there was easy access to the beach. The terrace was a wonderful place to spend time and watch the views and the different concerts that took place below every evening during our August visit next to the property- piano, rock and a comedian.

We had a wonderful time staying here. We wanted a place where we could stay in, but still enjoy the sea, the town, and the people, and this was exactly that! Beautiful, clean, and close to everything. The host was great, very attentive and timely with our questions. This will forever be one of our best family memories made!

We had a lovely stay at this charming home in Monterosso al Mare. The location is incredible, with breathtaking ocean views and a peaceful atmosphere that captures the spirit of Cinque Terre. You can't beat the view from the patio! Just be prepared for the many steps it takes to reach the home - well worth it for the view, but something to consider if carrying heavy luggage.Cristina, the property manager, was amazing. Her communication was clear and prompt, and she met us at check-in to help us find the home and share helpful tips. The hosts also provided lots of great resources ahead of our stay.We had rainy weather during our visit, so we weren’t able to enjoy the beach. We used this stop to do laundry, but since the home only has a drying rack and no dryer, the damp/cool weather conditions made it so our clothes were unable to dry, and they unfortunately developed a mildew smell. This might not be an issue in warmer months but was a challenge for us.There were some ants in the living room and bedroom, but ant spray was provided and worked fine. Also, future guests should know that the shower (not currently shown in photos) is on the smaller side.Overall, the home is cozy, full of beachy charm, and well-maintained. We had some bad luck with weather, but the location, view, and warm hospitality made this a memorable stay.

We had a fantastic stay at Enrico and Elena's place. The views are amazing and the location could not be better. Thank you Enrico and Elena!

The building is lovely with a fantastic outdoor balcony overlooking the ocean and beach. The location is perfect. Very easy access from the train station a short walk to stores, restaurants, and other. I only gave 4 stars for cleanliness because the clothes washing machine was filthy and the tea pot was unusable.

Our 2 month journey began here. We stayed 8 days and we hiked between each town. Monterosso makes you feel that you are in a spacious town. We did most of our dinners in the apartment. Kitchen is well equipped. The views from the apartment are stunning. This place is a real gem and if available you should book without hesitation. Cristina was amazing help with all of our needs. Great holiday!

The 'boat' reference might be confused with 'compact' or 'narrow and small' but really it relates to the feeling that you are on the water when you stay here. Do not hesitate; book this house because it is in the BEST location and the elevated position with the water immediately below is wonderful. The house is really lovely and it provides a generous space to relax, unwind and enjoy the magnificent view. In the warmer months, swimming and sunbathing is just a few steps away. Short walk to everywhere. Quite remarkable really!

We had an excellent time at this unique property. The views and location were amazing. It was a short walk to the old town part of Monterosso for groceries, restaurants, or shopping. Also, I would highly recommend the hike to Vernazza, but don’t forget to bring the hiking poles that the property provided.

Exactly as pictured. Wonderful host and wonderful stay.

We loved our stay in this splendid cliffside villa on the Mediterranean in cinque Terre. Everything one needed and more! Cool ocean breezes with the sound of waves to lull you to sleep. Just doesn't get any better. Located in the old town of Monterosso with less tourists and better restaurants.

We totally enjoyed our stay at this unique and inviting flat above the water. It was a welcoming home, perfect after a long hike or a day at the beach. It's a little tricky for those with mobility issues because of stairs, but otherwise I recommend it wholeheartedly.

Salita ai Cappuccini, we love you. What glorious 4 days. Our maiden voyage in the house like boat, we truly could not believe we were staying here. The house and details of this house are beautiful, so close to Old Town, the beach, the ferry, hiking, train. We loved that we could get Take Away dinner and eat on our deck or have cocktails as we watch the activity below. This visit was what we needed after traveling around Europe. This was our maiden voyage, but hopefully will not be our last. Thank you, Enrico and Elena, for creating a beautiful home that you allow us to rent.:)

Amazing property and gorgeous views. Meticulously maintained and perfect location. Wholeheartedly recommend!

I can’t say enough about this property. The location is fabulous, the house itself just beautiful and we loved every minute of our Stay.

The property was amazing just as shown on the vrbo add. Would stay there for a month if we could.

We loved it. Great location overlooking the beach and part of town. We were greeted by Christina and she was very attentive. It was a nice surprise, we were not expecting to be greeted. She is so nice 😀 The apartment had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.

We had an excellent stay and enjoyed the property immensely. Cristina was an excellent manager and was very very helpful when we had train issues. She went above and beyond to help us out. True Customer Service! I would come back again and again. Really really nice place and wonderful people!

Enrico and Elena’s place is the best in Monterosso. It was great waking up and walking out on the balcony to watch the sunrise! So many great restaurant options in old town Monterosso, all a quick walk away. It is also very close to the ferry dock, if you want to take that between the other villages. Highly recommend this VRBO and would definitely stay here again!

We were at the end of a two-week vacation with our boys (17 and 15) and this place was the most amazing place to cap off an already spectacular trip! We had a bit of trouble finding the place but were beyond excited when we finally arrived. It was August so the weather was HOT - we really appreciated having air with the ability to adjust temperature in every room. We were lucky enough to have front row seats (from the balcony) on our very first night to a string quartet playing on the plaza below! We will definitely be back!