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House at the castle pool and beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 583 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Vico Equense, Campania
  • Place, Giusso Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of Santissima Annunziata
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tartaruga Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Naples (NAP-Naples Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

House at the castle pool and beach

The apartment, on two levels, is located in the main body of the Giusso Castle, are two bedrooms on the second level, a kitchen, an entrance hall, a dining room with lounge and two bathrooms on the first level for a total, with the two sofa beds of six places to sleep, from the sea side windows you can enjoy a wonderful panorama; the Castle consists of an old part, built before the year 1000 and a new one that has grown several times over the years. It is perched on the rocks of the promontory of the old town of Vico Equense overlooking the sea at one hundred and thirty meters high. Equipped with wonderful and decorated common rooms, it is surrounded by a wonderful garden with a play area for children, by numerous belvedere, and by areas where you can devote yourself to rest and contemplation. It has an internal parking and a surveillance that works in the 24 hours in the summer months. In the summer season, from 15 June to 15 September the structure works at its best, like, and better than a 5-star hotel, with restaurant, two bars, beach and swimming pool with assistance staff. Outside of this period the beach is always accessible only by asking for the keys, the swimming pool can still be open, but without a lifeguard. THE STRUCTURE IS SO MANY CONVENTIONS OR EVENTS AS WEDDINGS during which certain areas, swimming pool and terrace FOR THE LIMITED TIME OF THE EVENT, ARE GUIDED TO GUESTS. The castle is in the heart of the village; shops of all kinds, coffines, restaurants and fast food outlets are close at hand. The Circumvesuvian railway linking the town with Naples, Sorrento and Herculaneum is only 500 meters away. A shuttle service connects to the Capodichino airport. Outside the castle, the stop for buses that go to Sorrento and then to Amalfi and Positano, and to the port where you can take ferries to Capri. At C / mmare di Stabia the connection with the cableway that leads up to Faito at 1200 meters high.
All the common condominium areas of the castle are available to guests. It is important that guests send a copy of their identity documents, passport or identity card a few days before, in order to report them to the police authorities. Upon arrival, guests must pay the tourist tax of 2 euros per night for a maximum of 7 nights per person, excluding minors.

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT063086C1CAJNLTF6

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vico Equense

Located in Vico Equense, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Pompeii Archaeological Park and Amalfi Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sorrento Beach and Spiaggia Grande. Travelling with kids? Consider Lift to the Sea and Chiostro di San Francesco. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Vico Equense, Campania

What's nearby

  • Giusso Castle - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Campania Mineralogical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of Santissima Annunziata - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Scrajo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tartaruga Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Vico Equense Station - 7 min walk
  • Castellammare di Stabia Station - 11 min drive
  • Naples International Airport (NAP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Pizza a Metro da "Gigino" L'Università della pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Titos Ristorante Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel Angiolieri - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Il Barrio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Street 45 - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does House at the castle pool and beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at House at the castle pool and beach?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House at the castle pool and beach on 2 Jan 2027 start from AU$181, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is House at the castle pool and beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at House at the castle pool and beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House at the castle pool and beach?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House at the castle pool and beach?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is House at the castle pool and beach located?

This family-friendly Vico Equense apartment building is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Giusso Castle and Gulf of Naples. Tartaruga Beach is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away. Vico Equense Station is 7 minutes by foot and Vico Equense Seiano Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Giusso

Beautiful property and location in a castle! Nice apartment and convenient to train or bus. Our host, Guido provided lots of information and some goodies for our stay. Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Waldemar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The property is very well localized -- in a quiet area of Vico, inside a pretty big castle. We've had everything we needed and even a bit more than expected. Communication with property manager was great :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castello Giusso

Very comfortable appt. Lovely grounds and pool. Close to restaurants and shopping. Easy to communicate with manager and very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle on the Hill

We loved our stay here, it was wonderful .It’s basic but everything we needed,we made pasta, made charcuterie for fast lunches ,two bathrooms, views are amazing ,spent a lot of time in the gardens . Just a very special place to be!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and facility

This historic castle is a must see. Right in the middle of so many sites and activities. Our host Guido was over the top helpful right from booking to location details, restaurants and sites. Can’t say enough good things about our stay. In its most recent incarnation I believe this castle was an army barracks, so prepare for a quick shower as the hot water gets a little strained if more than two people. Thank you Guido for your generous hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erum A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing host and wonderful place.

It was such a nice place to stay. It felt like home. The property has almost everything you could have needed. Very convenient to visit Pompeii, Sorrento and Capri. Close to different amenities. The host was extremely helpful and always answered the queries promptly. I would definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Eliane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One million dollars view

The location is unique. Vico Equense is not only lovely but close to Naples and the wonderful Amalfi coast. The appartment is cozy.WiFi is kind of spotty but should be easy to fix.Guido sent us a lot of informations and made us feel welcome to his place.Thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic experience

We have had a fabulous stay at the castle! The apartment is furnished in style and has everything a family needs. The kitchen is very well equipped, including cups for limoncello. We enjoyed the swimming pool, the orchard of lemons and a fantastic view from a terrace. The private beach is second to none! Guido is an excellent host, quickly responding to any questions and providing recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed at our castle by the sea for a week this past September. Our stay was wonderful, our host Guido was very accomodating and communicated with us very quickly when we had a question. The castle was very rustic and had amazing views! Our suite had everything you need for a weeks stay, including a very nice welcome basket of goodies when we arrived! Grazie mille again Guido !! The castle is centrally located and is walking distance to the local bus, train stations, local shops and restaurants. It's a quick 15 mins train ride to Sorrento and was only 2 euros each (one way). We rode along with a bunch of kids going to school to the neighboring towns one morning, it was kinda cool. We would definitely stay there again our next time were in that part of Italy, highly recommended!!
Central Piazza in Vico Equense
Lighting on our way to the Castle
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent host

Excellent host provided all necessary information beforehand and was willing to answer any questions we had, and find out the answers if he did not know. Very helpful. The location and the property are beautiful and very convenient for shops, restaurants and public transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fairy tale castle on the cliff

great grounds. Don’t neglect them. neighborhood built in 1400’s complete with cobblestones and narrow streets. The town is full of picturesque stores and restaurants. If you are tall watch your head. Don’t forget your camera. Best by foot or small car. Use a local guide for Pompei or Amalfi Coast. Louisa at That’s Amore is good
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic Italian apartment

Our host Guido went above and beyond communicating with us the weeks before our stay. Gave us so much great information. The best, most beautiful grounds, pool, and the views were as gorgeous as any we viewed from capri, ischia, Sorrento. The town is completely walkable from the castle, outstanding restaurants. Easy walk to trains (local trains are crowded, especially with luggage, but even us “seniors” managed very easily. Hope to return! Oh, and a shout out to Rosario,for promptly helping us out when needed!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming castle, amazing views!

This was a once in a lifetime stay- who gets to say they stayed in a castle in Italy? We originally were looking at Sorrento and I’m so glad Guido’s castle apartment caught our attention because Vico Equense is a much more enjoyable place to stay! It’s a lovely little town with an astounding view, so close to Capri and Pompeii and has public transportation that will take you right there. Vico Equense has some lovely bakeries, gelato, pizza, and a gorgeous lemon grove you can eat dinner in. The castle is spacious and comfortable and provided ample space for our family of 5 with three adults and two teenagers to be able to have some space from each other during our downtimes. There is an amazing outdoor space to relax in and view the ocean below.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

We had a wonderful family stay at Castello Guisso! The apartment had everything we needed (except maybe an extra key) for our 5 night stay. It was warm, so some of us used the pool, and the garden and castle grounds are nice, with a lovely view. There was one evening outdoor event on a Saturday night and the music is quite loud. We enjoyed the music and enjoyed watching the guests, so it did not bother us at all. But if you have toddlers who go to bed early or are concerned about open staircases inside the apartment this might not be the place for you. For us it was perfect.We also loved Vico Equense, and it is easy and convenient to take the local train to Sorrento, Pompeii, or Herculaneum. Be aware that the trains are very crowded so might be difficult with luggage, and you might have to stand. But works great to get around. Vico Equense has some nice restaurants and way fewer tourists than Sorrento, Positano, etc. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay in Vico Equence

We really enjoyed staying at this unique location. The kids loved staying in a castle and using the beautiful swimming pool. We were there in the off-season so I can only imagine how happening this place would be during the summer! From the moment we booked, Guido was a warm, professional and charming host. From the history of Castello Giusso and Vico Equence to restaurant recommendations and the wonderful welcome basket, everything was set for a great stay. Also, his detailed directions were incredibly helpful and the check in was easy and well coordinated. The apartment is well located within walking distance of great shops and restaurants. We drove to Pompeii for the day. The wifi signal didn't extend beyond the foyer and kitchen which made our home schooling a challenge, but that's to be expected in a castle with thick walls. You can tell that many great family memories were made in this lovely, nautical-themed apartment. We're grateful to have had the opportunity to stay there!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful experience

We (2 adults, 3 kids) stayed a week in the appartement. It is very nice, clean and offers all amenities you need to have a pleasant stay. Really outstanding is the castle itself with an impressive building and a great outdoor area. It consists of a big garden, several beautiful terraces, and a large swimming pool. All areas can be freely used unless there is an event in the castle. The private beach looked very nice, unfortunately it was already closed as we went quite late in the year. Anyway there is a public beach close by, you reach it in a ten minutes’ walk. I want to highlight our host Guido who was fantastic. He provided us in advance with lots of pictures of the property and information and advice relating to the town Vico Equense. He was very caring and friendly. Vico Equense is a really nice Italian town, not too crowded by tourists as Sorrento or the towns by the Amalfitana. There is a wide chois of restaurants, shops etc. We definitely recommend this accommodation and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

shelene a.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not up to standard

First up air conditioning did not work as soon as you turned it on it tripped the power. Contacted owner said he would send someone around to look at it. Never came. Shower was full of black mould disgraceful . Wifi dropped out constantly. Three out of the four nights weddings were on. The music so loud we had to leave the apartment. Noise on the first wedding went till three in the morning ridiculous. Beds were in very poor condition we had no sleep. Such a shame as it is in a lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Zaira N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location fantastica.

Punto ideale per raggiungere tutti i luoghi di intetesse. Appartamento confortevole e ben attrezzato.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eunice V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, marvelous view. Traveling g with teenagers that were very unhappy of the wifi

Good I will book it again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhanna B.

Staying at Guisso Castle made our holiday really special

Our family had a lovely time staying in this apartment in October 2018. The apartment was well furnished with all of the following provided: laundry detergent, washing up liquid, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, toilet paper, soap, kitchen towels, bath towels, bedding, etc. We only had to bring ourselves and our beach towels. On our arrival we found that Guido (Apartment owner) had provided a welcome basket with bread, jam, crackers and a bottle of wine on arrival, so that we didn’t have to worry about having to get to the super market straight away. This was incredibly thoughtful and also gave us a taste of some of the local food and drink available. Guido kept in touch with us throughout our whole stay and answered any questions that we had. He even presented us with a lovely selection of local pastries half-way through our stay. We felt like family friends as opposed to paying guests thanks to the kindness and consideration shown by Guido and his assistant Rosaria. The apartment has two mezzanine bedrooms, which are connected via a small window with a wooden shutter, so that we could keep an eye on our kids if we wanted to. The bedrooms do not provide complete privacy which was not a problem for us but could be for others. It took us a while to work out how to operate the hot water in the shower, but as long as you run the water at a lower pressure it is possible for everyone to shower. The grounds of the Guisso Castle were beautiful & romantic. The castle’s facilities were all at our disposal including the graceful reception halls and little chapel. It was not peak season so there were hardly any people around, we felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. The views from the castle grounds across the bay to Vesuvius were amazing. The Castle has a private beach which is accessed by an elevator and we went swimming several times during our stay. The beach facilities were a little tired but the beach and the views were amazing. There are lots of fish in the water around the break-water and crabs around the rocks which the children really enjoyed. Vico Equense is a lovely town, full of character, not so many tourists. It can be reached from Napoli airport by the Curreri Viaggi Bus. The station in Vico Equense is one of the main stops on the Circumvesuviana train route, trains comes every half hour going to Naples, Pompeii, Herculaneum and Sorrento. We loved food atTito's & famous University of Pizza. Thank you Guido ! Grazi
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

A lovely apartment in a stunning location

If you want to stay in a charming apartment with stunning views in authentic Italy this is the place for you. The apartment has everything you need and although you don't have your own private outdoor space, you have use of the beautiful grounds and swimming pool. The porters at the castle gate are very welcoming and helpful. We loved Vico Equense because it is not very touristy so we were surrounded by the lovely Italian people. The castle does hold quite a few weddings which we had not anticipated although we did know it was a wedding venue. We stayed for 7 nights and there were 5 weddings! We rather enjoyed seeing the different weddings and although you can't use the pool after 5.30pm when weddings are taking place you can always go down to the beach. Overall we felt very fortunate to be able to stay in such a beautiful place. Guido, our host, was extremely helpful before and during our visit and left a lovely welcoming pack on our arrival (wine, coffee, biscuits etc). We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

A L.

Amazing stay with a great host

We travel a lot as a family of 5 and cannot say enough about our stay here. The apartment is just adorable with an interesting lay out overlooking the sea. It has everything you could need and Guido even left us a Welcome gift consisting of goodies such as wine, juice, milk, bread, crisps, pastries. The castle itself is gorgeous. Loved the pool and taking the lift down to the private beach. Guido was an amazing host. He responds quickly and once he knew our dates, he set up a suggested itinerary. I felt we were able to see the real Italy, not just the heavily touristy areas. Thank you Guido for a fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
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8/10 Good

Margarete K.

Die Örtlichkeiten rund im und um dem Schloss gefiel uns sehr gut .

Die Einrichtung ist sehr veraltet , Stühle unbequem. Die Toilette müffelt sehr !!!! In der Küche fehlt es an Geschirr ( Salat und Dessert Schüsseln).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Do not let the initial outdated look put you off, perfect location and had everything we needed.

This property was situated perfectly for our weeks holiday. Inside it really did have everything that a self catering group needed, in terms of equipment, not that we used much of it. Outside was wonderful and would be the ideal summer location with beautiful grounds, a large outdoor pool, terraces, small tucked away play area, parking and a lift down to the private beach. Given that we visited at the end of October it was lovely and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Philipp Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

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