"Enrico tried really hard to welcome us to Manarola and the view from the balcony of the sea and hills behind was perfect even in poor weather. Manarola provided all services and facilities and the walk to the station was easy. The village seemed to us the best base for visiting the Cinque Terre and paths on the hills around gave varied and interesting walks. We had a problem with the heating on one day and were grateful to other reviewers for telling us the kitchen was limited for self-catering, eg no salt, pepper, oil, sugar or other basic commodities - we brought our own and were able to cook as there were plenty of pots and pans etc. The flat was beautifully clean but perhaps a little spartan."