- The Sirens' Refuge - provides a garden and more. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom55 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
- The Sirens' Refuge -
CIN Code IT063044C2WOZH9FM4
The cozy house is located in an ancient '800 villa surrounded by tranquillity and panoramic views, in the heart of the green hills of Sorrento Peninsula, also called “Terra delle Sirene” (The Sirens’Land) ideal for those who want to relax and enjoy the quiet of nature, away from city chaos. The property enjoys a large courtyard consisting of typical lemon, olive, fruit and pine trees, fields and vineyards, where you can experience moments of absolute relaxation and enjoy unforgettable sunsets.
The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, with dining area and living TV, a comfortable double bedroom with a wonderful four-poster bed and a sofa which, if necessary, can be transformed into a French bed suitable for two people (in the same room), an anteroom with a clothes hanger area, shelves and space to store suitcases, a bathroom equipped with bidet and shower. The guest will have at his disposal a large garden equipped with table and chairs for eating and living outdoors, hob with 4 burners, fridge, freezer, Wi-Fi Internet, full HD LCD TV, pots, dishes, cooking machine coffee, tablecloths, sheets, bath towels, clothesline with pegs, clothes hangers, iron and mosquito nets, to sleep soundly. The house is comfortable and naturally cool, but there is also an air conditioning unit in the bedroom. The structure is accessible by car via a typical country road (width of the access road: 1.75 m), therefore only for small cars; if you own a medium or large car, we can offer a transfer service for your arrival. Near the house there is a small area dedicated to free car parking. We are also on Google, contact us.
The house is in the village of Massa Lubrense, just 7 km from Sorrento and few minutes drive from the sea; in fact, with short travel by car or bus, you can easily reach the most beautiful beaches of the coast, such as Nerano, Ieranto Bay, Crapolla, Mitigliano, Marina di Puolo, Queen Giovanna, or even spend a lovely day in Positano, Capri or Amalfi; alternatively, if you like hiking or strolling, you can take walking tours through the numerous routes, alleys and paths in the nearby.
It is situated in a strategic point to easily move, with car or bus and visit the most beautiful places of historical, landscaping, artistic and cultural interest, located both on the Sorrento Coast and on the Amalfi Coast: Sorrento 7 km, Positano 17 km, Amalfi 35 km, Ravello 40 km, Pompei 35 km, Ercolano 48 km, the Vesuvius National Park 48 km, Naples 50 km, Paestum 100 km.
The house is surrounded by greenery, but in few minutes you can reach the shops you need: ATMs, supermarkets, household, laundries, restaurants, bars, pizzerias, dairies. At 30 meters distance, there is the Sita bus stop: with this regular bus service you can easily get to Massa Lubrense or Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi centre, Positano, Amalfi and Sorrento where there is the train station to Ercolano, Pompei and Naples and the port from which ferries and hydrofoils make daily departures to Capri, Ischia and Procida islands and the city of Naples.
In the Municipality of Massa Lubrense, there is a tourist tax of €3 per person per night, which you can pay, in cash, upon arrival at the house, thank you.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Car available
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Refrigerator
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
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
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT063044C2WOZH9FM4
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Massa Lubrense, this apartment is in a rural area. Sorrento Marina and Positano Ferry Landing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf of Naples and Sorrento Beach. Villa Fiorentino and Chiostro di San Francesco are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby. Visit our Massa Lubrense travel guide
Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lobra Marina and within 3 miles (5 km) of Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia. Sorrento Beach is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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- The Sirens' Refuge - Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Quaint Italian town. Our favorite. Out of the tourism craze.
This place was exactly, if not more than anticipated. Beautiful property, precious pup Fufii, that greeted us most mornings and stunning views. Marco was really great at communication. Didn’t miss a beat. We loved our stay there. Go down and see Angelo at the Angelos Snack Bar, in the marina. Tell him Dave and Suzie sent you. Some of the best food we ate and local, simple, family owned. Also had Americana breakfast. But call first in the morning if going for breakfast. We loved that place. And many others.
I would make one suggestion. If you are renting a car, be sure to get a small car, like Mini or Fiat. It will make parking at the home easier.
Enjoy!
Suzie B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
1 Oct 2018
Wonderful setting and views
The property has lovely surroundings, with lemon, olive and fig trees all around. It even comes with a super friendly dog to greet you at breakfast on the terrace 😊
Marco was super helpful with tips for our whole trip. The location is superb for doing both the Sorrentine peninsula and the Amalfi coast. A highlight for us was renting a boat to see the coast without all the hairy coastal driving! And we were able to do that from the nearby marina Contone right in Massa Lubrense. There are also tennis courts only 200m away from the property!
As others have mentioned, rent the tiniest car you can! And rely on Marco’s instructions and not Google maps for the last part of the directions - his street comes up on Google but in a slightly different place!
Grazie Mille Marco! We had a magical visit. 🇮🇹
We truly can not say enough good about this property. You will not find a better view. Nothing beats the sun rises and sunsets. Olive and lemon groves surround you. The owner and family are delightful and extremely helpful. We spent a month here and literally cried when it was time to go. The home has everything you need. The bed is very comfortable. Great bathroom. Get to know the area. Walk lots. Spend time in Massa Lubrense, use the bus system… it all works for a lovely stay. The price for what you get is an unbelievable deal. AND…. there is a well behaved dog that greets you and loves you while you are there. It was a dream stay for us. Hopefully we will be able to return some day. So perfect.
Sehr schönes Appartement mit Super-Aussicht aufs Meer / Wonderful apartement with perfect sea-view
Der Gastgeber ist sehr hilfsbereit, die Ferienwohnung sehr attraktiv und sehr gut ausgestattet und sauber. Befindet sich im Erdgeschoss des Elternhauses des Gastgebers. Die Terasse ist zwar nicht besonders hübsch, aber der Blick von ca. 200 m Höhe über den Ort Massa Lubrense und die Bucht von Neapel ist perfekt! Die Insel Ischia ist zwar nicht weit weg, aber man sieht sie oft nicht wegen der hohen Luftfeuchtigkeit.
Es ist aber keine Sonnenterrasse, sie liegt auf der Nordseite des Hauses. Der Garten ist ein Zitronenhain. Dort darf man sich auch überall hinsetzen.
Vom Haus kann man über kleine Gassen und Fußwege gut zum Ort hinuntergehen und sehr schöne Wanderungen starten. Die Busverbindungen nach Sorrento sind sehr gut und von dort nach Pompeji und zur Amalfiküste ebenso.
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt (Reisezeit: Anfang Oktober)
We arrived at Marco's location and he was already waiting for us. After an introduction to his house, Marco provided a list of his personal preferences for restaurants, etc. In any case the support was excellent, the house sparkling clean. The property is well located with a fantastic view to the city of Massa Lubrense and the Gulf of Naples. All in all a wonderful place to stay. Highly recommended.
Gerhard H.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
pauline
9 Sept 2018
Lovely location....authentic town
We enjoyed our stay in Masse Lubrense away from the madding crowd. The apartment was clean and private...a bit pricey as no real sitting area inside but Marco was very pleasant and helpful. Great sunset view made up for size.
pauline
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roman S.
24 June 2018
Excellent house with lemon groves!!! Easy commute to Sorrento!
My family absuolutely loved the place and the area! My 6 and 8 year old boys loved the lemon groves and the peaceful place with a sea view. Easy commute by bus to Sorrento and then you can explore the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii. Massa Lubrense is very beautiful and quaint too. Sorrento is wonderful. Marco replies to your emails very quickly if you have any questions. One piece of advice - take a picture of the bus schedule and understand it. Buses run every 30 min and sometimes once an hour. Once you have the schedule, everything else is easy. Thank you for our beautiful stay!!!
Roman S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kai Ø.
14 Apr 2018
Fin leilighet med nydelig utsikt fra terrassen.
Fredelige omgivelser, men kort vei til mange attraksjoner. Veldig hyggelig og hjelpsomt vertskap.
Kai Ø.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
8/10 Good
Richard L.
15 Oct 2017
Very private, secured and scenic.
Very good accommodations for a couple. The owner Marco was very helpful with all the details and the luggage. My wife enjoyed the surrounding areas of Sorrento, Sant'Agatha and Massa Lubrense. There is cheap local buses to visit most cities and towns.
Enjoy your stay.
Richard L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David H.
28 Aug 2017
Comfortable, clean gem with gorgeous view of the Bay of Naples, surrounded by fresh lemons
Massa Lubrense is a quiet, charming, friendly town. Marco was committed to meeting our needs and was available to answer questions and offer suggestions (e.g. where to eat, walk/hike -- we walked/hiked down to Punta Campanella one afternoon with a glorious sunset view over Capri on the way back; parts are steep ... if it's hot, we'd recommend doing this hike in the morning when the path would be shaded). The apartment was simple and comfortable. The terrace alone was worth the trip and the price. We went to the beach at Marina Del Cantone (rocky, like most Sorrento peninsula beaches), on a boat ride to Amalfi and Positano one day (with Capitano Ago out of Sorrento), we sat at Angelo's and enjoyed the sunset over dinner (twice), and spent an afternoon on the fun and engaging "Endogastronomic" tour in Schiazzano - one of the villages of Massa Lubrense (olive oil and cheese production, followed by make your own pizza, accompanied by plenty of wine and limoncello). Other restaurants recommended by Marco were very good and we enjoyed the slow pace and beautiful scenery (and the narrow, winding roads, once we got used to them).
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Clare M.
21 Aug 2017
This place is perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in the area.
Absolutely fantastic apartment in a beautiful setting with great views. We loved it as a base for exploring the region and for just chilling out in the evenings with vino on the lovely terrace and cooking dinner in the very well-equipped kitchen. Marco was very helpful when we arrived and gave us loads of information about settling in and getting around, and his dad was so lovely when we bumped into him coming and going. A lot of places around about are very busy and touristy, great for visiting but not so chilled. Massa Lubrense is perfect for having the "must see" places close by but with the benefit of a slower pace and its own charm. We loved it. You will feel totally at home here. Cannot recommend The Sirens Refuge enough!
Tip 1: We got a bit lost finding the house so double check location and how to get there with Marco before arriving as Google Maps has the address wrong. If hiring a car pay attention when he advises you to get a small one! 😉
Tip 2: Keep going past Amalfi to Ravello...especially in busy season, you won't regret it.
Clare M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Pascal H.
20 Aug 2017
Schöne Wohnung
Die Wohnung liegt recht ruhig. In der Tat sollte das Auto nicht all zu breit sein. Die Zufahrt zur Wohnung ist an einigen Stellen sehr schmal.
Die Wohnung bietet einen tollen Blick über das Meer.
Pascal H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cindy C.
22 July 2017
Massa magnífico!!!
We loved our stay here! Felt like home and I wish we could have stayed longer! Marco was so very helpful and I will recommend this lovely refuge to everyone!! Grazie mille Marco!
Vanessa
Cindy C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stéphanie D.
5 July 2017
Meravigliosa
Grazie mille a Marco e i suoi genitori per tutto e per loro gentilezza e disponibilita (non dimentico Fuffo 🐕). L'appartamento era perfetto. Buona situazione per visitare la Costa Amalfita. Il visto sul mare è stupendo. Vi consiglio quest'appartamento!!! Ancora grazie.
Stéphanie D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Gary R.
2 June 2017
Bijou and very clean
Sirens Refuge is a lovely small holiday apartment. Everything you need is provided and the house is spotlessly clean. Getting around by car (small) or bus is easy. We took in all the sights including a night at the ballet in Naples.
Marco and his father are really nice and fresh fruit from the Orchard was always on offer.
We can't wait to return. ...
Gary R.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Margaret C.
15 May 2017
Bright and characterful apartment with superb views.
The Siren's Refuge is a characterful apartment in part of the ground floor of a grand old Italian farmhouse, set in a lemon groves. It was bright and clean and had all the basics for a relaxing holiday. There are views out over the sea, and across the Bay of Naples to Vesuvius. It is set somewhat outside the town of Massa Lubrense, down a steep and narrow lane, so if you hire a car, make sure it is a very small one! We just used the local bus, which is regular and frequent and takes 25 minutes to Sorrento from where you can get the train to all the big ticket tourist items such as Pompeii, Vesuvius, Herculaneum, or boats to Capri. In fact, Sorrento is an easy one hour walk, mostly down hill, provided you have a good map, and is a great place for relaxing and eating out!
The owner Marco was very friendly and helpful. He met us at the bus stop on arrival and provided a selection of foodstuffs so we could make breakfast on our first couple of days. without having to go shopping.
We recommend The Siren's Refuge, especially if you want a relaxing place to stay, away from the bustle of Sorrento.
Margaret C.
Archival
8/10 Good
Martine F.
13 May 2017
logement parfait pour apprécier la campagne napolitaine
Très bonne note pour ce logement et son propriétaire : Marco était extrêmement sympathique, serviable et réactif. Le logement est parfait, propre et bien équipé, avec une vue splendide sur la baie de Naples, et un calme absolu au milieu des citronniers. Il faut prendre la voiture pour faire ses courses ou aller diner dans les petites auberges alentour, et attention, la rue qui permet d'accéder au logement est extrêmement étroite et bordée de murs ; grosses voitures s'abstenir ! (Avec notre Fiat Punto tout s'est bien passé).
Martine F.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Shuri M.
19 Mar 2017
Great find!
Marco and his family were really friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely clean, bright and comfortable accommodation approached through a lemon grove. The view from the apartment was fantastic! Breakfast looking at blue sea, the village of Massa in the distance and Vesuvius itself! Fantastic! With a bus stop just a short distance from the apartment and Massa 10 minutes (not to mention Sorrento only about 20 minutes!) drive away, this really was a relaxing, peaceful and beautiful retreat! Recommended.
Shuri M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Veronika C.
29 Oct 2016
Wonderful view from a green oasis
We loved every minute in this lovely decorated, well-equipped, spacious apartment. Marco and is parents are friendly and warmhearted hosts.
We came here by public transport, this worked very well. The bus station is near, but don't forget to buy tickets in advance in Massa Lubrense. Grocery stores are un walking distance as well.
We miss playing with the dog Fuffy. Thank you, Marco!
Veronika C.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
11 Oct 2016
Exquisite and serene
Marco was the consummate host. He picked us up from the town square and delivered us to the amazing apartment overlooking the Bay of Naples. We were taken aback both with the view and the serenity. The apartment was excellent and extremely functional. Sorrento was a quick bus ride away as well as being connected to the Amalfi. If you want a place to stay that is peaceful and private, this is the place. Our heartfelt thanks to Marco. Would stay again in a pinch, and our only regret was that we had to leave.
Karen S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Marco M.
8 Sept 2016
Bellissimo soggiorno
Posto incantevole e bell'accoglienza.. un posto perfetto per rilassare la mente, godersi la vista mare e rigenerarsi nel verde del giardino.. Sicuramente torneremo!