Serenity and light on the Costa Sorrentina

One would scarcely expect to find such tranquility and calm just minutes beyond the wonderful bustle of Sorrento. In fact, as one winds along the coast beyond Sorrento toward Massa Lubrense, the pace of life slows dramatically and the villages seem wonderfully unspoiled.

The villa itself provides a natural flow between inside and out as each room opens to balconies or terraces that offer stunning views of the sea. The décor mixes clean, white walls and red tiled floors with lovely antiques and the highest quality Italian linens and fabrics. The resident house staff maintains the villa in spotless condition and is available to prepare meals and serve on request (including delicious homemade pizzas in the property's own pizza oven).

Exploring the Amalfi peninsula, Capri, Ischia and even Pompeii or Naples is made easy by the many ferries that flit along the coast, or by the train which connects Sorrento with the interior. The more adventuresome might even want to explore by Vespa - an icon which practically defines the meaning of "Italian." This speedy little vehicle is ideal for exploring the peninsula's dramatic, twisting roads!

Beds & Baths

Sleeps up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms all with private bathroom. Bedroom 1 (queen 63"/160cm) with en suite bathroom (Jacuzzi style tub, WC, sink and bidet) opens to a generous, private terrace with views to Ischia; Bedroom 2 (twins, each 35"/90cm, can be combined as king ) with private bathroom across the hall (shower, WC and double sink); Bedroom 3 (queen, 63"/160cm) with en suite bathroom (shower, WC and sink). All bedrooms have air conditioning.

Living Space

Open plan living room with fireplace and two sofas flows into the dining room with seating for 8 at a large antique table. The loggia has a very large outdoor dining table on the first garden level, where shade and the cooling sea breeze provides comfortable al fresco dining even in the summer heat.

Outdoors

Pool (30`x 15`) in lower level garden with outdoor shower, change house, and plenty of loungers. Middle garden level provides lawns and colourful flower beds with more seating under the shade of over-sized parasols. Outdoor dining beneath the loggia. Kitchen garden and outdoor BBQ area and working pizza oven.

Household Amenities

Small but well-equipped kitchen, professional gas cooker, microwave, refrigerator & freezer, dishwasher, expresso and drip coffee makers. Flat screen TV, DVD, satellite (English stations including Sky, CNBC, CNN, Discovery), CD/stereo, Wi-fi internet access. Air conditioning, central heating. Clothes washer, and drying line (laundry service available on request). Hair dryers in all bathrooms.

Notable Features

Superb location on the Sorrentina peninsula with views to the islands of Ischia, Procida and Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius in the background. Exquisite, private garden with swimming pool. Furnishings and amenities of the highest standard with attentive, resident house staff. Ideal for families or 3 couples.

Nearby Diversions

Café & newspaper shop (5 min), lots of restaurants, Sorrento (2km), Massa Lubrense (4km), ferries to Capri (35min), Amalfi, Positano (30-40min), Naples from Sorrento port; trains to Naples (30min, or 1h15min by ferry) or Rome from Sorrento station (3 hrs). Roman excavations at Pompeii (30min).

Outdoor Activities

Good walking on national footpath trails. Sailing, windsurfing, beaches and swimming, boating, snorkeling. Private boat reservations for the islands and excursions can be arranged. Extremely hilly terrain and narrow, busy roads make cycling an option for only the most serious of riders.

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