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Villa Chiaraluce, Italy
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Set amongst ancient olive groves, this beautiful contemporary villa is within very easy reach of inexpensive restaurants in local villages and within easy reach of the magnificent coastline with beach clubs. Sprinkled across the slopes above the wide sandy beaches of southern Puglia are small villages, where time has not stood still but seems to run at a rather more leisurely pace. Such is the setting for this beautiful new villa, set between the seaside village of Torre Vado and the inland village of Morciano, surrounded by its own sun-soaked olive groves, and built with contemporary facilities including air conditioning. Within the villa, the well-equipped kitchen with pretty tiles is open-plan to a comfortable and characterful sitting/dining room with beautiful vaulted ceilings. Access to the spacious master double bedroom is from one side of the sitting room. The other two spacious bedrooms are accessed from the opposite side near the dining area. All have French windows opening to the gardens. The young owners have taken great care to decorate their villa with interesting wooden pieces and beautiful decorative ceramics, typical of the area. Outside, one terrace is equipped with soft seating and the kitchen opens out to a further terrace … Continued
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel
Europe · Italy
Modern luxury meets Renaissance splendour. Villa San Michele is nestled on a hilltop amid lush trees and terraced gardens, enjoying unparalleled vistas of Florence. Dating from the 15th century, the Villa’s facade is attributed to Michelangelo. Step inside and experience the beauty of a Renaissance monastery enriched with a modern street art collection. Guests can stroll through the Italian gardens, bursting with lemon trees and fragrant roses. Hone their culinary skills in the expert Cookery School, or savour superb Tuscan cuisine on the alfresco loggia. Surrounded by lush trees and terraced gardens with views down to Florence, our location is hard to beat. Step inside and experience the beauty of a Renaissance monastery that is as much a part of Italy’s culture as the country’s greatest cathedrals and galleries. Today, Villa San Michele is recognised as one of the country’s finest small boutique hotels. Stroll in the Italian gardens, bursting with lemon trees and fragrant roses, and savour superb Tuscan cuisine on the alfresco loggia as if in a private home. For a full Tuscan experience we suggest to combine a stay at Villa San Michele with one at Castello di Casole, a Belmond Hotel, Tuscany, a 10th-century estate located … Continued
Villa Sant’Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare, Sicily
Europe · Italy
Old-world glamour on the Sicilian coast. Enchanting guests since the 50s, a stay in our beach residence is like reuniting with long lost friends. We preserve the personality of an elegant home. Be greeted with freshly-made Sicilian sweet treats in-room on arrival, and find hand-picked local fruit at breakfast. Balconies are bejewelled with bright geraniums, and terraced gardens lead down to our picturesque pebbled beach. Sink into a world of calm, as soothing as the sound of the ocean. Built by an aristocratic family in 1919 among lush, subtropical gardens, this secluded retreat retains all the charm of a private residence. Villa Sant’Andrea enjoys a reputation as one of the most romantic hotels in Taormina. Settle into a sun-dappled seat and relax. Then, when action calls, a cable car whisks you in just three minutes to the town centre, with its many cultural attractions and sophisticated shopping scene. Accommodation The hotel’s beautiful collection of rooms and suites feature plush fabrics, fine artwork and sophisticated design. All accommodation includes: Air conditioning 24-hour room service Minibar Complimentary WiFi Twice-daily housekeeping service Satellite TV DVD player on request Courtesy bathroom lines by Ortigia Double Classic Located in the main building, these rooms enjoy … Continued