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Our Story

It may seem like a cliché to think that the romance between an American executive and an Italian fisherman could actually happen, but it has! Just ask Paula and Angelo, the loving and generous owners of Villa Valentina.

While vacationing in the Cinque Terre 25 years ago, Paula fell in love with Angelo, a ten-generation fisherman from Monterosso al Mare. Soon Paula realized that her heart belonged in Italy, so she said goodbye to her executive life in San Francisco, threw caution to the wind and booked her one-way ticket to the Cinque Terre.

In closing, we hope you will find what Paula and Angelo discovered so many years ago: romance, laughter, love and a healthy love of wine, food and the wonderful lifestyle that Levanto and the Cinque Terre offer to all who visit.

Villa Valentina is a family affair

Famiglia di Villa Valentina
Famiglia di Villa Valentina
Famiglia di Villa Valentina
Famiglia di Villa Valentina

Here is our soul and our heart
Valentina, Lara, Merli and Irene, Teddy and Coco

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Here's what our guests say...

5★

Stéphane Vibert
(Translated by Google) We just spent 2 days at Villa Valentina and it's the perfect place to visit the Cinque Terre. The rooms are super comfortable with a balcony fully immersed in jasmine. Very…

5★

Rachel Mcgovern
Absolutely loved our stay! Paula and Valentina are amazing hosts—warm, welcoming, and full of great local tips. The breakfast each morning was absolutely delicious, with fresh, high-quality…

5★

Bengt Wälivaara
Wonderfully nice place, an oasis a few km outside Levanto, very friendly hosts, lovely, fresh and hearty homemade breakfasts served in quiet surroundings was something we will remember..The hostess…

5★

Anastasia Hood
Had a super stay with my husband here. The owners are very welcoming and friendly, we got cheese & wine on arrival which was much appreciated. The breakfast is to die for. Fresh, local and…

5★

Carmen García Sanz
(Translated by Google) A wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of the area. Valentina and Paula have an innate sensitivity to making everyone feel comfortable, taking care of every detail. From the…

5★

Cook in Tuscany
A Perfect Weekend in Levanto with an Amazing Cooking Class If you’re looking for a charming Italian getaway that combines relaxation, beautiful scenery, and authentic culinary experiences Villa…

5★

Stephanie
(Translated by Google) We had a great stay with our children in this guest house near the center of Levanto (5 minutes by car). Everything was perfect: the welcome, the advice for visiting and…

5★

David Gee
Just returned from a great few days at VV. Paula, Valentina & the team were great hosts. Fabulous spacious bedroom & en suite bathroom with walk in shower, spotlessly clean & well appointed. The…

5★

Judith Shvartz
We had a fantastic time at your hotel. The room was large and comfortable, with everything we needed. Everything was clean and tidy. The staff were professional and courteous, and went above and…