The Best Villas Along the Cinque Terre
Comprising an enchanting string of fishing villages on the Italian Riviera, the Cinque Terre brings to mind dreamy visions of pastel-hued villas clustered around rugged cliffs and historic ports. Petite in size yet buzzing with life, its five official settlements—Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore—are all connected by scenic hiking trails, while a plethora of stunning beaches, harborside gelaterias, and traditional restaurants provide pitstop refreshments along the way.
This picturesque region has earned the title of a UNESCO World Heritage site, but other noteworthy areas spill out from the peripheries, too, offering more spacious villas in more secluded spots. Below, we've selected seven of the best villas along the Cinque Terre itself, as well as those in neighboring areas.
This article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller UK.
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