Enjoy all the elegance and privacy of a luxury villa in Italy perched on the highest point of Villammare almost directly above the beach. Overlooking the horizon from Villa Le Cannicelle it seems you could literally fly over the sea. As you enter the front gate you are utterly rewarded with magnificent views of the coast. During the clearest sunny days the blustery island of Stromboli also peeks out on the horizon, and from this natural terrace there is nearly half of Italy opening to your eyes.
Directly managed by the owners with great care the villa is positioned on a panoramic hillside facing the sea, just 600 meters from Villammare long sandy beach, and commands a spectacular Mediterranean vista - views stretching down to the farthest mountains of the Calabria region on one side and as far as Punta Infreschi and the wild coastal tract bearing the same name between Scario and Marina di Camerota on the other side. Two thirds of the estate is covered with lush woodland thick with cork oak, a plant typical of the environmental niche stretching along the coastline of the Bay of Policastro between S. Marina and Sapri. Surrounded by a big enclosed garden, it is the perfect accommodation for families with children.
The villa is extremely spacious and well equipped with numerous terraces on which to relax with a glass of wine and soak in the views before dining together on the wonderful covered taverna area with its pizza oven and barbecue. A little piece of paradise for families and friends wishing to escape their busy city lives and experiencing the authentic Italian dolce vita and a truly memorable villa holiday at the beach.
The "marina" of Villammare is less than 1 mile therefore you could go walking but car is recommended because the last part of the road to the villa is steep (that's the reason why the villa has such a nice views!). The village is lively at summer and there are bars, chalets, and shops. It is not a place spoiled by massive tourism and you will find a friendly athmosphere all around and an autentic glimpse of Italy. Restaurants in the surrounding as well as "trattorie" and "pizzerie" serve very good food.
Private skippered boat can be arranged on request for trips to Sapri, Palinuro, Porto Infreschi, Acquafredda, Scario or Maratea beaches where you can watch the sun set or visit some of the many natural sea caves with their mesmerizing, colorful reflections. These are holiday memories to treasure for a lifetime.
Daily tours to Napoli, Pompei, Herculaneum, Matera. During summer months guests can reach the Amalfi Coast, Positano, Sorrento and the island of Capri by hydrofoil from Sapri harbour – the perfect way to enjoy the Amalfi coast without staying in the tourist hustle and bustle!
Accommodation
Ground floor:
Large living/dining room (TV, DVD, CD), open fireplace, dining table for 10, library/study area, French doors to covered terrace with comfortable seating, sea view.
Well equipped kitchen, French doors to panoramic dining terrace and steps down to ‘taverna’ style covered outdoor dining area with summer kitchen an dining table for 14.
Double bedroom, French door to covered terrace, sea view
Double bedroom, garden view.
Shower room, WC.
Single/twin bedroom (single trundle bed with pull-out mattress).
Shower room, WC.
This floor is not air conditioned because it is naturally cooler than the other floors due to the big oak tree at the south front of the villa and because of the big porch made of stone.
External stairs to first floor:
Large roof terrace with outdoor dining table and sunbathing area, sea view.
Entrance door to open plan living/dining/kitchen area (TV), air-conditioning, dining table for 4, French doors to another large terrace with outdoor dining table, sea view. Further small rear terrace with mountain view.
Double bedroom, French doors to terrace, sea view.
Shower room, WC.
Double sofa bed available in the living area.
External stairs from roof terrace to second floor/attic:
Entrance door to open plan living/dining/kitchen area (TV), air-conditioning, dining table for 4, French doors to balcony with sea view.
Double bedroom, large arched window with views over mountains, pool and sea.
Shower room, WC.
Double sofa bed available in the living area.
Grounds:
Large, enclosed, terraced grounds. 12m x 6m pool (depth 1.40m -2.40m). Covered terrace on ground floor level with comfortable seating. Lower terrace with vine covered pergola, large medierranean oak tree providing extra shade and Taverna style covered outdoor dining terrace seating 14 with summer kitchen, built-in charcoal barbecue. 2 further outdoor dining areas on first floor level. Parking for 10 cars.
