Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Perfect host! Beautiful apartment. Perfectly clean with all modern amenities . Highly recommended. Thanks to the host for making us feel very welcome , and even a present at our departure .10/10
Negative:
Nothing ! It’s perfect
Summary: Amazing host
Joy
·
Aug 20, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
The property was recently renovated and thus very clean. If you are a germaphobe like me, I truly recommend House Smith. In addition, the property had a splendid view of Scala, Ravello, and the Amalfi coast (especially at night, because you can sit outside their terrace). Lastly, the best part of this stay was the owner. I have never met such a kind lady that gave us advice, helped us through some difficulties with the public transport, and much more. It is crazy how a person can feel like family within such a short stay. Grazie Mille Raffaella <3
Negative:
Everything was perfect!
Summary: The best get-away with the best hostess
Raj
·
Aug 12, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
We were travelling by car and this location is the best option if you don't like touristic spots and want to experience the real Italy. The terrace and the views from this apartment are just WOW. The warm welcome from Raffaella was what we needed after a long drive - we at once felt like at home! Moreover, Raffaella gave us some local products for our breakfast next morning and that was very sweet. She explained everything about the location, showed us how to get by car to the nearest spots, recommended the best pizza-place in Ravello. Car is a must-have, but we also once took a bus to the coast - it was totally ok too. We visited Atrani, did a hike to the waterfall, spent a day in Ravello and went to Lido di Ravello. Dinners on the terrace with a view were perfect. Perfect host, beautiful location, new and clean apartment with everything you need. On our way back we also pass by the shop of Raffaella and bought some local tasty food (oil, pasta, cheese, pesto etc) - great souvenirs. Looking forward to go back to House Smith!
Negative:
That we stayed there only 3 nights. Definitely a place for a longer stay to enjoy the view, slow life and incredible terrace.
Summary: Only warm memories and a desire to come and stay one more time.
Oleksandra
·
Sep 28, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Very good host, despite the fact that Raffaella almost doesn't speak English, we found a common language. It is the twenty-first century after all 😅. She helped us get to the place and in every possible way helped us figure out everything in the house and in the surrounding area, spending a lot of her personal time. Huge thanks to Raffaella.
The house looks new, beautiful, neat, clean, with a gorgeous view from the window and terrace. The staff is excellent, the beds are wide, the kitchen has everything you need and even more. Frankly, we have never met such a welcoming host and such a prepared home.
The location, on the one hand, is simply excellent, because it offers an incredible, picturesque view, and on the other hand, it can be a little difficult from a point of view to get somewhere. For us, this was not a problem, because we love to walk a lot and hike. From the apartments to the central square of Scala about 15-20 minutes walk up the steps (about 500 steps) or 25-30 minutes on a serpentine and almost without steps. In the central square there are delicious restaurants and a bus stop from where you can get to Ravello and Amalfi. For us it was an unforgettable vacation and Italy, and the Amalfi Coast and these apartments with an amazing host will remain in our hearts. ❤️
Negative:
If any minor problems arose, they were easily and quickly resolved thanks to the host.
Summary: Unforgettable travel experience. The best host.
Олег
·
Sep 10, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Like new. Wonderful view! Quiet, spacious, modern. Nice touches such as fly/mosquito screen for the terrace doors. Raffaella is a wonderful host with her family, sorting out a parking permit and showing us around. We arrived in Sunday when the shops are shut so she left us some food which was enough for the evening meal and lasted into the next few days. Ravello is just about walkable (depending on the heat). A wonderful private terrace with the best view of Ravello and some of the Amalfi coast.
Negative:
Need a car, or be prepared to walk to the local bus stop or in to Scala. Plenty of information is left about this - bus timetables, pizza and even a food shopping delivery service. Air conditioning had not been reinstalled after redecorations for our stay, but there are neat wall mounted gentle fans which help keep it cool in very hot times (the house is quite cool anyway). As other people say, you cannot drive right up to the door - have to park just a short distance away and walk up a slope and then up some steps. Not a problem for able bodied people. And worth it for the secluded views!
Summary: A wonderful property with a view, and amazing owners.
Nick
·
Aug 25, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
We had the most relaxing and beautiful days in Scala. A quiet and small town close to Amalfi. If you're looking for a reserved and quiet place to stay away from the chaos of the coast, this is the best choice! In the house, every single detail was perfect: the candles, the decor, the toiletries, it made us feel so at home. Raffaela was a dream. She picked us up, brought us back to the bus stop and even gave us some of her own produce food which was DELICIOUS! Even though we didn't speak italian, we could communicate and it was a delightful experience. We definitely want to go back as soon as possible.
Bruna
·
Aug 12, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Extended Group
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
So clean and new place and everything is perfect and the mattress is so comfortable as well, nothing to complain about 🤲
Negative:
Everything is good for me I just recommend to have a car or at least you can afford to pay for taxi to drop you the the place as it’s on the top of the mountain so you definitely need a car to visit the other place. The lady was so nice and helpful and she will explain everything to you. She arranged parking for the whole week so was perfect. The flat is so huge and perfect for family too.
Summary: I highly recommend the place and I really enjoyed every thing there. I just recommend to have a car or you need to arran
Awad
·
Jun 27, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Amazing! Owned by the most beautiful Raffaelle,
Stunning peaceful views, clean apartment, brand new! Most comfortable bed, equipped with everything you need
Negative:
Location is great in Scala, close to Amalfi!
Ideally you need a car/ Vespa to reach, especially if it’s for a short trip!
Summary: Amazing! 10/10 would highly reccomend
Georgina
·
Jun 5, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Extended Group
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
House Smith was happy to meet us on arrival and organised a parking voucher with the relevant authorities. Fabulous patio with out door dining. Amazing views form patio and indoor terrace. Indoor terrace was great. Coffee, milk, water and snacks provided. 2 bedrooms each with a King bed. Beds super comfortable. 2 separate shower/toilet bathrooms with great water pressure. Extremely modern, brand new and clean. Host was amazing and extremely accommodating even though English was not her first language. Google translate was a great help. Don't miss this opportunity because of stairs and no parking at front door because it is well worth it.
Negative:
Nothing
Summary: Don't miss staying in Scala
Judith
·
May 25, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
RAFAELLA was an incredible and caring host. As a solo traveler I felt so safe.
The location is beautiful and there is a bus to amalfi and ravello close by
Extremely good value for money
Summary: Beautiful place in the amalfi mountains
Caitlin
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May 11, 2024 07:00:00 AM