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Villa Bea, Massalubrense (Sleeps 2/7 )
Distances: Massa Lubrense 4km, Sorrento 7km (ferries to Ischia/Capri, train to Pompeii), Positano 25 mins, boat hire 2km. Sea 10 mins walk.
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Region
Campania
Description
Villa Bea is a large 18th Century villa set on the lush hillside of the Sorrento peninsula facing Capri, on one of the prettiest coastlines of Italy. It offers excellent accommodation in 3 stylishly furnished private apartments. The apartment Il Giardino on the ground floor leads directly into the garden. The accommodation located on the first and second floors, Capri and Vesuvio enjoy private terraces, with superb views of the surrounding countryside, the coastline and the isle of Capri.
Position
Within walking distance there is a charming hamlet called Schiazzano, with a small shop and two restaurants. One of the restaurants in Schiazzano, called Ristorante Da Lucio, is one of the areas most highly exclaimed. Locals travel from the nearby surrounding towns to dine here. Another excellent restaurant, La Torre is less than 10 minutes drive. The villa is a ten-minute drive from Massa Lubrense, land of the mythical Ulysses and the Sirens, where history, art, culture and tradition meet. Massa Lubrense is a virtually triangular in a shape. Its northeastern side borders with Sorrento, whilst the other two sides are formed by the gulf of Salerno and the Bay of Naples. Punta Campanella at its vertex, facing Capri. The area is particularly known for it's pretty walks through medieval villages, lemon groves, century old olive groves and Mediterranean bush, all set against a background of breathtaking sea views. One can hire a boat from Massa Lubrense to go to the islands or just town hop along the Amalfi coast. One can visit the most famous of these: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, which are within easy reach by boat or bus. Villa Bea offers a delightfully quiet and peaceful retreat after visiting these busy towns.
Giardino,Sleeps 4,ground floor
Spacious stylish living/dining room leading out onto private furnished patio area. Three steps down to a well equipped kitchen. Few steps up from the living area to a hallway leading to a double bedroom. Independent bathroom with shower. One further single bedroom can become a twin on request.
Vesuvio,Sleeps 4
Spiral staircase from the garden leading onto private furnished terrace area. Entrance to open plan kitchen/dining area and lounge. Leads onto large private terrace area with sea-views, including Mount Vesuvio in the distance. 2nd floor, double bedroom with wrought iron antique bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Twin bedroom. Independent bathroom.
Capri,Sleeps 2,1st floor
Entrance via spiral staircase leading to furnished terrace area that runs around two sides of the property. From here there are beautiful sea views including the isle of Capri. Large spacious and stylish living room. Small fully equipped kitchen. Spiral staircase from lounge to hallway, which leads to large separate double bedroom. The lounge and bedroom both enjoy the same sea and Capri island views. Independent bathroom with shower. An extra bed can be provided on request.
Exterior
The properties share pretty lawned gardens, a large barbecue area and swimming pool (11 by 7 metres).
Further Information
The access to the villa is by a very narrow road and large cars are not recommended.
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