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Once the private home of Vogue Italia editor Franca Sozzani, this hillside villa within the Portofino Park carries a rare kind of history. Her personally selected furnishings still fill every room, giving the house a distinctive, lived-in character and a direct connection to one of fashion's most influential figures and the notable guests she welcomed there. The infinity pool boasts direct views over Castello Brown, and the collection of bedrooms wake you to the gulf each morning. A dedicated housekeeper is on hand for the duration of your stay, while the iconic Piazzetta is just a short, steep walk along a private road – a rare balance of seclusion and easy access to the village.
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What to expect
Highlights
Discover Portofino, known for its pastel-painted houses and sea views
Gaze out across the gulf as the sun goes down
Lose yourself in a fashion book from Franca Sozzani's library
Swim with views across the wooded hills to the sea
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Home truths
Daily cleaning by an in-house maid is included with your stay. Also included are a private concierge, personal ironing and laundry services, luggage assistance upon arrival, and a welcome drink.
One of the seven bedrooms is housed in the separate garden suite, with its own private access from the garden.
If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair during your stay — worth requesting in advance to make sure everything is ready on arrival.
You'll have access to the whole home and garden, apart from a few staff-only areas.
Both entrances to the villa involve steps. The upper entrance is the more manageable of the two, coming down from the road, while the second entrance requires climbing more steps – worth bearing in mind if you have heavy luggage or anyone in your group with limited mobility. It's also a steep path on foot from Portofino village.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor bathtub
Outdoor kitchen
Outdoor seating
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Parking available
Bedrooms & bathrooms
7 bedrooms, 7 beds
6.5 bathrooms
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Daily cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
- Speak to your host about the array of services and experiences they offer for an additional fee, including private chefs, food-and-wine tastings, boat tours, and more.Cost on request
- Weddings and other special events are allowed with prior approval from your host.Cost on request
Local guide
About Genoa
Best known as the birthplace of explorer Christopher Columbus, the colourful port city of Genoa has certainly made a name for itself on Italy’s north-western coastline. Its maritime legacy spans back to the Byzantine period, with remnants of times past made visible in the blend of Renaissance, Gothic, and Baroque architecture of the city. In fact, a system of Genoan streets known as the Le Strade Nuove is featured on...
Get around
Airport
Pisa International
1 hr 47 min
Linate
2 hr 19 min
Milan Malpensa
2 hr 42 min
Train station
S.Margherita Ligure
14 min
Subway station
Brignole
53 min
Bus stop
Hotel Splendido
3 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
14 min
Cafe
6 min
Pharmacy
7 min
Points of interest
Beach
Stella Beach
17 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
Events possible (with prior approval)
Smoking allowed
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Biagio
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. This team of professional hosts is dedicated to making every stay as memorable as can be. From a curated selection of stunning homes to friendly five-star service and thoughtful extras, everything is in place to ensure you feel relaxed, well looked after, and welcome.
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