Positano, down to the sea

Villas in Positano with easy beach access

In Positano the sea is always in view but not always within reach. The beaches lie at the foot of a steep hillside, and from many houses the way down means a long climb back up. These nine villas solve that problem, each with its own route to the water, so a swim before breakfast is a matter of minutes rather than an expedition.

Two share the rare advantage of private lifts running down to a beach from mid May to mid October, one of them below a waterfall pool. Apartments in the grounds of a 13th century tower have private steps to a small beach, and a 240 sqm apartment beside the tower has its own path to the sea, with a heated indoor pool for cooler days.

At a glance

  • 9 private villas
  • From 1 to 6 bedrooms
  • Up to 18 guests in one villa
  • 8 with a private pool
  • 9 with sea views
  • Availability and price on request, reply within one working day
Pebbles, not sand

Positano's beaches are grey pebble and shelve quickly into deep, clear water. Pack water shoes for the rocks and bathing platforms.

Lifts follow the season

Private beach lifts and most beach clubs operate from late spring to autumn. Outside those months, the water is still reachable by stairs.

Snorkel the rocky shore

The clear water along the cliffs holds fish and sea urchins close to shore. A mask is worth bringing for children and adults alike.

9 villas

Choose your villa

Add up to five villas to your list and send one request with your dates: we confirm availability and price with each owner.

Positions are approximate: the exact address is shared once your stay is confirmed.

Good to know

Questions before you choose

Is the beach private?

In Italy the shoreline itself is public, so a beach reached from a villa may also be used by others arriving by sea. The access, whether lift, stair or path, is private to the property.

When do the beach lifts run?

The private lifts at these villas operate from mid May to mid October. Earlier or later in the year, ask us about the alternative route and we will check with each owner.

How do we request these villas?

Add up to five villas to one enquiry with your dates. We confirm availability and price with the owners and send a reply within one working day.