Villa Antica Macina

What an amazing place and what an amazing hostess. I don’t think I’ve ever had someone take so much care and attention on their guests. It’s like we were family. Breakfasts out of this world, lots of advice and help in planning our days, even gardening tips from a master gardener. A secret id prefer to keep to myself but which merits being shared - as long as I can come back!

My bff and I had the most incredible stay at this unique and stunning apartment in beautiful Nocelle. We stayed 8 nights and were treated like family from even before we reached the villa. There are so many superpowers packed into this locale. First and foremost, the owner Amalia is like no other. She is such a hard working woman who I have come to admire and respect. She makes sure your fridge is stocked with meat, cheese, Prosecco and fruits and vegetables from the onsite garden (second superpowers). You can also pick grapes off the vine right from your private terrace. They are SO delicious! Our fridge was stocked with oranges from the garden and we had fresh squeezed OJ in the mornings. Breakfast is prepared fresh in your apartment each morning and it’s delicious. The tomatoes from the garden are the best I’ve ever tasted. I could go on and on and on about the food. Did I mention Amalia bakes 60 croissants weekly using her father’s recipe? WOW!!! Also, we arrived on Sunday and the family had gathered. Amalia popped in to give us homemade gnocchi and eggplant parmigiano. W-H-A??? We sat on the terrace on our first night enjoying a home cooked Italian meal. Third superpower is the view. There is no way to give it proper justice. Perched high above Positano allows for the jaw dropping vistas. We took an entire day to just enjoy it and fully relax. The only way to describe it in my mind is world class. When you google Italian IG views, this is better than what pops up. I will return…… Just book this place! It becomes so much more than a place to stay. After 8 nights, it was so hard to say goodbye. I could say so much more, but I don’t want anyone to pass my review because it was too long.

Our first time in Italy and I cannot say enough about this beautiful location and our host Amalia. The view from our terrace room was literally breathtaking , the room is spotless with the added addition of a full kitchen. We stayed here with friends who occupied the remaining other two rooms which was so much fun. Amalia's breakfast each morning was nothing short of spectacular ( and those croissants ). Each room's refrigerator was stocked with local meats , fruits , breads, cheese, juice water, coffee and condiments that all six of us enjoyed one night on our huge terrace, overlooking the amazing view of the Amalfi Coast . Oh and yes some wine ( also included) Do not hesitate to stay here and give Amalia a great big hug from the six-five / six eight crew.