Portofino is a place where furniture dimensions are more crucial than furniture taste. The town center is car-free, houses are narrow, staircases are tight, and anyone who measures incorrectly will find themselves carrying their sofa back to the parking lot.
Every Measurement Counts
The houses by the harbor are historic, often only a few meters wide, with steep internal staircases and low doorframes. Before every order, four measurements should be noted: clear door width, height of the doorframe, narrowest point of the staircase, and the diagonal of the stairwell. Disassemblable pieces and armchairs without fixed armrest widths are often the only option here. Multi-part armchairs and small side tables can always be transported, a three-seater sofa in one piece almost never.
The Last Meter is Manual Labor
No delivery vehicles enter the town center. Goods are unloaded at the edge and brought in by hand or with carts, sometimes over stairs. This is a well-rehearsed process but takes time and must be registered. For larger deliveries, the sea route is an alternative, similar to Lake Como.
Salt, Sun, Small Spaces
The houses are small, terraces often only a few square meters, but directly above the water. This means every piece is visible, and every oversized piece is a mistake. A few, good pieces have proven effective: two chairs, a small table, lanterns. Materials must withstand salt, hence coated metals and genuine outdoor textiles.
The Tone of the Place
Portofino is colorful: ocher and pink facades, green shutters, blue water. Inside, calm, light tones work best, as they allow the view outside. Light textiles like bouclé and linen suit this environment better than strong colors that compete with the facade.
Shipping to Portofino
We deliver to Portofino. The price depends on the shipping weight, which for furniture is calculated from dimensions and packaging. Zone: EU. The prices are gross prices.
| Shipment | Shipping Costs |
|---|---|
| Parcel up to 31.5 kg | 34.90 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 150 kg | 169.90 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 300 kg | 210.00 € |
| Freight forwarding up to 600 kg | 280.00 € |
Freight forwarding goods are delivered curbside. This means: to the curb in front of the address, not into the apartment and not into the room of installation. If you require delivery to an upper floor, please arrange it locally; this page explains what needs to be considered.
The complete table with all weight categories can be found under Shipping and Delivery, and the timeframes under Delivery Time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which measurements need to be checked in Portofino beforehand?
Clear door width, height of the doorframe, narrowest point of the staircase, and the diagonal of the stairwell. Without these four measurements, every order of a large piece is a risk.
How are deliveries made in the car-free town center?
Goods are unloaded at the edge of the town and brought in by hand or with carts, sometimes over stairs. For larger deliveries, the sea route is also common.
Which furniture is suitable for a small harbor terrace?
A few, good pieces: two chairs, a small table, lanterns. Materials must withstand salt, so coated metals and genuine outdoor textiles.
Personal advice
We advise you personally and online. Send us your room dimensions or a photo at info@casa-luxury.de and we will put together a suitable selection for you.
Luxury Furniture for Portofino: Narrow Streets, Sea, Bespoke: Models from Our Collection
A selection from the categories discussed on this page. Each image leads to the product page.
Further in the guide: Luxury Furniture Overview · Porto Cervo · Lake Como · Coastal