When reading the reviews for Villa Eva, the pitfalls of using trip advisor are there for all to see. We booked first and then read the reviews, so on arrival did not know whether to expect a dump or paradise.
We were at the villa at the same time as the people who posted the review complaining a cat got into their room, and they spoke to the owner in a very rude and objectionable manner about something that was essentially their own fault - they left their room open, and a cat wandered in. Some people are difficult guests and will complain about anything.
Our triple room was clean and spacious, with a sitting out area overlooking the garden.
The breakfast was good and the pool kept in immaculate order.
The bar was open in the evening for drinks, this may be a new development.
The short walk into Anacapri is not difficult and you can also walk down to the blue grotto and free swimming area.
The owner will provide a socket adaptor free of charge and gives free lifts to the port.
The only thing I did not like was the 10 euro per night charge for air conditioning, which I thought was excessive.
The gardens are tropical and well kept - but you need to use insect repellent in the morning and evening.
For value 3 out of 5 may be unfair because everything on Capri is expensive.

It was a lovely surprise to find the hotel was in a gorgeous garden full of colourful flowers and fruit. I needed to relax in the middle of a four month trip so it was perfect away from the hustle and bustle of Capri. I also love to walk and explore and soon got to know the local bus drivers. I had a week here and felt very safe and welcome by the whole family running the hotel. If you prefer nature rather than clubs then this is the spot!

There are so many lists of rules plastered all over this place, it feels like an army recruit camp. Our room was dark, stuffy and dingy. There was only a window in the bathroom, so we had to leave the front door open at night, which let the mosquitos and cat wander in and out as they pleased. Someone close by had their tv blaring till the wee hours of the morning, making it difficult to sleep.

Villa Eva is a beautiful hide-a-way full of adventure, from the first time you step on the grounds until you are whisk away to your next destination. The following review is given by a particular, woman over 60 years old who likes 4 star lodging. Because this was the last week of a 4 week tour of Italy, it was a vacation within a vacation. My girlfriend and I stayed 5 days.
Pros:
Very Safe... in fact the whole island of Capri is safe
Grounds: beautiful and quiet. but no view of the water. If there were, then add about 2 to 8 hundred Euro's to the price.
Check-in: The owner is a quiet spoken man who checks you in and provides you with the serenity that Villa Eva portraits.
Rooms: The rooms and bathrooms are clean and comfortable.
Pool: is lovely after a long day of shopping.
Location from transportation: There is about 10 minute walk to the bus - but a walk you will enjoy.
Con's. I guess because of the location and because my friend and I didn't wish to venture out after dark, we would had liked an evening meal provided.
Would I recommend Villa Eva in a heart beat.