Away from it all. The tourists, the over priced meals, the tacky souvenir shops and amidst the locals. Conca dei Marini is a hidden gem on Italy's Amalfi Coast known for its nautical culture, seafaring residents, and private beaches nestled at the foothills of the cliffs. About an hour from Naples Airport, you can arrive by private boat or chartered boat pick up from the port of Amalfi. The Islands of Capri, Procida, and Ischia are about 2 hours away by boat. 

This July 2017 I had the opportunity to reside in some of the town's rental residences, noting the significant differences and opportunities for tourism and retreat Conca dei Marini has to offer. Featured below are some shots of the scenery and marina.  The private beach, or Lido, is free and offers complimentary boat shuttle service to two next door sand beaches all within coves at the foothills of cliffs. "People of the Sea" as I'd like to call the locals of the Amalfi coast, all residences part-take in fishing, swimming, and boating, and are avid navigators of the mediterranean sea. Boat rentals start at 150 Euros for 4 hours, and can be accompanied or unaccompanied by a licensed representative.

Homes start from high within the cliff side and mountain and descend some 247 steps downward to sea level.  Neighborhood amenities include, the physical terrain that can double as an outdoor stair-master, grocery delivery, farm-to-table restaurants and cooking classes, plus chartered boat rentals and/or boat taxis to neighboring ports during the peak seasons of May- September. Rental prices during peak summer season vary depending on length of stay and transportation/pick-up coordinating.

Each I've made a trip to Italy. After studying numerous times in Rome during my undergraduate studies, I'd like to say I've become fully comfortable with the country's transportation, customs, and lifestyle. To learn more about traveling, or living in Italy - contact me. 

Things to Note:

1. Italy has and continues to push for eco-friendly advances on homeowners and residents alike. Often times garbage is separated into 5 different categories, organics such as food scraps and peals, metals/cans, plastics/glass, paper/cardboard, and lastly "everything else"  not doing so results in a fine/ticket. 

2. Because of the dry climate in Italy, most homes are constructed as cement and stucco walls with air conditioning and heating systems usually through the walls, and if not done correctly significant drafts and energy loss can occur.  During the summer months Italy can go weeks with out rainfall, making it very dry and hot during the day. All rentals come with a/c and heating updated and ready to a switch on.

3. Remember property is measured in hectares not acres ( 1 hectare = 100 acres)  and apartments are quotes in square meters not square feet. ( 1 meter = 3.28 feet).  Downloading a quick conversion app on your phone is always helpful. 

Fresh grilled squid from Conca's restaurant, L'ippocampo di Laudano Costabile. A family owned restaurant; chef and owner is a fisherman himself.

Rentals Sleep 4 people, include a washer/dryer and full kitchen with appliances, boat shuttle service and/or car pick up from the port of Amalfi or Naples Airport is also available.

Wifi and  air conditioning included. Pets welcomed.