Martino

I Glicini

TopBnB Very good 9.2 / 10

(45 reviews)

Via San Lorenzo, 16 - Avegno (GE) - Area: hills | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT010002C1SQEU8NOT

Regional identification codeCIR: 010002-BEB-0002

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Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
2

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

Spectacular view
Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Cheap

Description

The Glicini Bed and Breakfast is located among a cluster of houses overlooking the Paradiso Gulf valley, offering a panoramic view from the windows of the rooms and the garden.

It is surrounded by strips of olive trees and chestnut forests, and all around there is a garden filled with flowers and inviting corners where one can relax in the shade on a hammock or soak up the sun on loungers. Guests can enjoy breakfast under the wisteria pergola.

Not recommended for those who have no car.

Not recommended for those who cannot stand silence, the singing of birds, crickets, and roosters.

Rooms and Rates

To accommodate the needs of all our guests, we regret that we cannot accept pets.

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Garden
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Smoke Friendly
Heating
Ideal for trekking

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Smoking allowed
Parking
Internet access
English speaker
Spanish speaker

House features

Recently restored house
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Garden
Terrace
Garage / parking

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 2
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 2

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook

Holiday themes - the place

Country

Holiday themes - town size

Village - under 5000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Located in country side or nature reserves
Near sports facilities
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Garden
Family
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

To overcome the problems caused by the ongoing pandemic, we offer breakfast in the room or in the garden when weather conditions allow. This way, social distancing is guaranteed!
Using our fruit, grown completely organically, we make the jams and preserves that are served for breakfast. With the same preserves, we also make cakes and pastries, but those who prefer packaged brioches will also find them available.

Bread, toast, cornflakes, and fresh fruit are always available, as well as orange juice, and of course, milk, coffee, and tea.

In the rooms, you will also find a kettle with a wide selection of tea bags, chamomile, herbal teas, and fruit jellies.

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Hey from Martino

Member since April 2013 | 38,664 hits

I am a firm believer in farming.

Even though I toil away in this challenging land to cultivate, I love eating what I produce with utmost respect for nature, without using chemical solutions that might make my work easier but would poison the environment. My olive oil is pure extra virgin and delicious, and so is my fruit.

I am an avid walker, always seeking new paths, and my B&B is in a privileged location for some great trekking.

From here, you can reach the Alta Via dei monti liguri, the Via del Mare, and the Via del Castagno, and I will be happy to guide you.

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Conditions

Check-in from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out before 12:00 PM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night

Area hills

Located 7. 5 km from the A12 motorway exit in Recco and 8 km from the sea, the Bed and Breakfast I Glicini is situated at an altitude of 300 meters. It is halfway between Genoa and Portofino, approximately 20 km away from both destinations.

It overlooks the valley of the Gulf of Paradiso, offering a view of the sea.

The road is marked as closed because it ends right here.

Airports

Genoa Airport - Sestri 26 Km
Parma Airport 102 Km

Train Stations

Train Station Recco 3 Km

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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In The Surroundings

Highway A12 2 Km
Pieve Romanica 3 Km
Highway A12 4 Km
Golf Club 5 Km
Rapallo Train Station 6 Km
Christmas Market 6 Km
Santa Margherita Ligure Train Station 6 Km
Lungomare e Stabilimenti Balneari 6 Km
Piazzetta del Sole 6 Km
Villa Durazzo 6 Km
Punta Pidocchio 7 Km
Abbey of St. Fruitful 7 Km
Spiaggia di Paraggi 8 Km
Roman Bridge 9 Km
Portofino 9 Km

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Very good

Overall Rating 9.2 / 10
45 reviews

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9.4 (21 reviews)

What guests say

Guests appreciate the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere of this property, nestled in the hills with spectacular panoramic views. Rooms are described as clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully decorated. The breakfast—often served in the garden and featuring homemade items like jams and focaccia—is considered abundant and high quality. Hosts receive praise for their kindness and helpfulness. Some travelers note that the access road is narrow and steep, making arrival a bit challenging, but many believe the remote location enhances the sense of tranquility and is ideal for those seeking to unwind in nature.

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anna

Beautiful and romantic B&B set in lush greenery, with a delicious breakfast served under a wonderful wisteria in the garden, beautiful views and rooms, and excellent cleanliness. It's a pity that the road to reach it is longer and more difficult than we imagined.

stayed from 09/08/2025 to 09/11/2025

elisabetta

We had a very pleasant stay, the owners were helpful and kind, with an excellent breakfast and a stunning view. The accommodation is ideal for those who love peace and want to relax.

stayed from 09/19/2025 to 09/21/2025

daniela

A very lovely accommodation at the top of the mountain, with exceptionally welcoming hosts. A good breakfast was served in a dreamlike setting, a very nice room beautifully decorated, and a unique view from the room. The road to the accommodation is narrow but paved, and it is absolutely worth it. Great attention to detail, such as a mosquito repellent device, plenty of toiletries, and helpful advice from the hosts.

stayed from 08/29/2025 to 08/31/2025

jasmin

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stayed from 08/20/2025 to 08/24/2025

danijel

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stayed from 08/07/2025 to 08/10/2025

methi

Everything was nice. Although remove, that was exactly what we needed. The only feedback we have is that the bunkbeds in the family room are too soft.

stayed from 07/20/2025 to 07/23/2025

werner

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stayed from 07/08/2025 to 07/10/2025

nevzat

The hosts are very friendly and helpful. The view from the room or the garden is unbeatable. In this beautiful garden, breakfast is also served. The homemade jams are very good. We would have liked olives, after all, we are in Italy 😊. The driveway to the accommodation is also doable with larger SUVs, but requires concentration, especially after sunset. I recommend the accommodation without reservations. Despite its remote location, it is still very good for a visit to the sea or Portofino.

stayed from 07/06/2025 to 07/08/2025

kim

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stayed from 06/15/2025 to 06/17/2025

arianna

An oasis of peace run by kind and helpful people. Delicious and abundant breakfast. Spotlessly clean.

stayed from 06/13/2025 to 06/15/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie!

brigitte

A very nice and quiet place. A wonderful breakfast with a great selection. A warm welcome. The garden is beautiful. The only thing to mention is that the bed was a bit hard for us.

stayed from 05/27/2025 to 05/29/2025

giorgio

The name: I Glicini and the photos convinced us to book this bed and breakfast. Arriving, especially in the last three kilometers, is not very convenient, but then you find yourself immersed in the peace of the chestnut woods, surrounded by silence and with the sea appearing at the end of the valley. A small corner of the garden with a table and chairs is available for the room. The welcome is excellent: Martino offers to help with the luggage and takes us to our room where there is everything we need, including welcome fruit and a kettle with tea and herbal teas. The room is very clean and the bathroom has all the necessary products. In the morning, the breakfast is really superb: excellent focaccia and exquisite homemade jams. Depending on the temperature and the weather, you can have breakfast in the room or in the garden. All the family members who manage this bed and breakfast are very kind and willing to give advice on how to visit the most beautiful points of the coast in the best way. If we have the opportunity to return to this area of Liguria, we will definitely come back here.

stayed from 09/27/2024 to 09/29/2024

davy

Super happy with everything. Thank you for your kindness.

stayed from 08/26/2024 to 08/28/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie!

daniela

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stayed from 07/26/2024 to 07/28/2024

gloria

Lovely place, which could become perfect! Not too far from the wonders of Golfo Paradiso, but immersed in the silence and greenery of the Ligurian hills, for total relaxation after a day at the sea or in the charming towns below.\nI rated 9 for the cleanliness of the spaces referring to the external ones, the interiors are impeccable, the little garden outside is charming, but the hammock, chairs, and table could be cleaner, well-kept, and more comfortable, maybe even with some cushions and a couple of deck chairs, to make the stay truly perfect.\nThe breakfast is delicious with their homemade jams, warm focaccia, bread, and brioches, served outdoors with an unparalleled view.\nThank you for everything, we had a really great time!

stayed from 06/28/2024 to 06/30/2024

giuliana

My husband and I stayed for two days. The managers were very kind and super helpful, the property is located in a very quiet hilly area, without noises, just the singing of the birds, but at the same time close to the sea. Abundant and delicious breakfast, especially the homemade jams. Excellent value for money. Thank you very much to Anna and Martino.

stayed from 05/11/2024 to 05/13/2024

mirko

Everyone was very helpful and kind, the room is very beautiful and the service was impeccable. If we pass by I Glicini again, we will gladly return. Highly recommended.

stayed from 03/16/2024 to 03/18/2024

renata

Very welcoming facility. We appreciated the tranquility, cleanliness, and excellent breakfast.

stayed from 02/17/2024 to 02/19/2024

david

Great welcome. Very nice people!

stayed from 11/01/2023 to 11/03/2023

katharina

We enjoyed our stay very much! It is super high in the mountains and the view is truly spectacular. At first, it was a bit scary to drive up such a small path but you get used to it and for us, it was worth it! Only thing to know is that you get nowhere without the car and it would have been nice to have access to a kitchen. It is super quiet, relaxing, and we enjoyed our stay very much. Nothing really compares to the view and the place itself. You have an extra outdoor private sitting area and we never got tired of sitting there and enjoying the view.

stayed from 09/17/2023 to 09/20/2023

martino

Martino is very kind. Very clean room. Abundant breakfast.

stayed from 07/08/2023 to 07/12/2023

randi

We stayed 4 nights at this Bed and Breakfast, and loved it. The lush and beautiful garden was the perfect place to enjoy breakfast. The hosts are warm and welcoming. They cleaned the rooms and gave us new towels every day. A very peaceful and lovely place up in the hills in Liguria.

stayed from 05/06/2023 to 05/10/2023

martino

Martino is super kind and helpful, room and bathroom are spacious and impeccably clean.

stayed from 05/19/2023 to 05/21/2023

laura

Cozy and very clean room, the entire structure recently renovated. Slightly off the beaten path from the most well-known places, but for people who love nature and tranquility (like us), it is absolutely not a drawback (but an added value). Impeccable, friendly, very hospitable and kind managers. We felt at home. Highly recommended! Lau&Andre.

stayed from 04/14/2023 to 04/16/2023

daniela

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stayed from 10/27/2022 to 10/29/2022

raffaella

A really beautiful and charming place. We loved it. Very kind owners and generous continental breakfast. Value for money.

stayed from 04/23/2022 to 04/25/2022

daniela

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stayed from 08/25/2021 to 08/29/2021

giada

Family-run B&B, nice and cozy room, unfortunately without air conditioning. Abundant breakfast served in the garden. Area difficult to reach if you are not experienced drivers. However, recommended if you are looking for peace and quiet.

stayed from 08/13/2020 to 08/16/2020

suzanne

Review not understandable, requires moderation.

stayed from 09/05/2019 to 09/06/2019

alexandrina

Easily reachable by motorcycle. Quiet place within ideal land for those who want to escape crowded places. A little piece of paradise.

stayed from 08/14/2019 to 08/15/2019

maurizio

My wife and I stayed at this special B&B for 4 days in May 2019. Special for the oasis of peace that this place offers and for the courtesy and hospitality reserved by the owners Anna and her son Martino. It is located a few kilometers from the center of Recco and surroundings, and about a couple of kilometers from the municipality of Avegno. Recommended for nature and tranquility lovers and for those who enjoy trekking. Cozy, well-kept, and clean room. Abundant breakfast with homemade products by Mrs. Anna and from the Ligurian tradition.

stayed from 05/12/2019 to 05/16/2019

massimo

Beautiful panorama, peaceful place. A bit hard to reach (we are behind Recco, which is just a few kilometers away but on the Ligurian hills). Friendly and hospitable owners, and a plentiful breakfast on the little terrace with a splendid view.

stayed from 06/28/2019 to 06/29/2019

valentina

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stayed from 06/08/2019 to 06/09/2019

massimo

Very kind, I think we will come back.

stayed from 04/27/2019 to 04/28/2019

laura

The room was clean and pleasant, the view stunning and the host was friendly and as helpful as she could. We did not like the place so much for subjective reasons. The area is indicated as hills, but the B&B is actually on a mountain, which is reached by a very narrow and steep road. Parking was also not easy. As we are not accustomed to drive such roads, it actually added stress to our stay. We were there during a hot wave, in the room there was no a/c or ventilator; as I am sure it is not unusual to have such heat, the lack of at least a ventilator is a negative point. If you keep the windows or door open to get some air, you have the full morning light coming in the room, and by the way, the door opened to a staircase, where host and guests would eventually pass by. Unfortunately it was not so quiet as expected either, as the neighbour worked with a motor saw 3 days out of 4, including at 7h10 am on the Sunday! And even if the host does not notice the noise of the freeway in the distance, we both could hear it at night (not loud but rather a constant background noise) but this is not unusual for the area around Recco, unfortunately. Another negative point is that internet connection is not available after the host goes to sleep and until somebody switches it on again in the morning. If you want to access internet to book your next accomodation or do your flight check-in, make sure to do it while the host is awake! Breakfast was mostly sweet, we were not asked if we wanted something salty, it is true that we did not think to ask. Home made jams, nice coffee, but also lots of packed sweets. Overall, for us, considering the value for money, we stayed at better places. Again, this was our personal experience.

stayed from 08/04/2017 to 08/07/2017

erik

B&B particularly attractive for those looking for absolute tranquility while having more than adequate comfort. The landlady's breakfast is top-notch!

stayed from 06/27/2017 to 06/30/2017

gianluca

For those seeking relaxation, nature, and peace, I Glicini is the ideal solution. It is immersed in greenery, in a rural but excellently managed setting. You can see that everything is designed down to the smallest details for the comfort of the customer: cleanliness, furnishings, linens, and the superb breakfast. Excellent value for money. Thanks to Mrs. Anna and her son Martino for their hospitality. Definitely worth going back!

stayed from 04/17/2016 to 04/18/2016

valeria

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stayed from 04/16/2016 to 04/17/2016

silvia

A charming place immersed in nature. The room is spacious, clean, and carefully furnished. Breakfast on the terrace is not only good, abundant, and varied, but also allows you to enjoy a splendid view. Anna and Martino are very kind and helpful. We hope to visit them again soon.

stayed from 07/17/2015 to 07/19/2015

maurizio

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stayed from 04/30/2015 to 05/03/2015

beatrice

Beautiful place in the hills, perfect as a base for trips. Excellent and nutritious breakfast! It is a pity we only had two days available. The only flaw: it is not easy to find because you need to reach Lupara, pass the next locality, then the winding road returns to Lupara. However, we will definitely come back!

stayed from 06/20/2014 to 06/21/2014

letizia

We found the address of this charming B&B on the Internet, for a one-night stay just my boyfriend and I. I highly recommend it! It is true that it is a bit far and hidden, but it is not that difficult to reach and it is definitely worth it if you are looking for a bit of tranquility! The room is taken care of in every detail, very clean and the owner is really delightful.

stayed from 09/21/2013 to 09/22/2013

susanna

We had a good time in this B&B. It is cool and quiet without street noise or disturbances. The jams and desserts made by Mrs. Anna are excellent. The location is great for traveling to many places in the eastern part.

stayed from 07/22/2013 to 07/29/2013

simona maria

The structure is definitely beautiful and surrounded by greenery. The room is really well furnished and taken care of in every detail, and it is always very clean and fragrant. It was wonderful to enter the room and be welcomed by a wonderful lavender scent. Mrs. Anna is a truly delightful person, very kind and extremely helpful, who also makes excellent jams: all sublime, but the ones with blackberries have something extra, yum! Would I recommend it? Definitely and with my eyes closed, we had a great time and hope to return sooner or later.

stayed from 08/17/2013 to 08/21/2013

silvia

The B&B is in a panoramic position in the middle of a wonderful nature. From the windows, if it is a nice day, you can glimpse the sea. It is 10 minutes by car from Camogli. The room where we stayed is well-kept, clean, and welcoming. The abundant breakfasts and Anna's super jams are unforgettable. Recommended to everyone!

stayed from 07/13/2013 to 07/15/2013