Villa Stella

DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLA

A historical villa full of character with jaw-dropping views. Set on different levels, this is no carbon copy holiday villa but somewhere you know has been furnished with great care and attention to detail. This villa exudes a truly unique feel.

Set in the midst of lemon and olive trees with the constant azure backdrop of the sea, your views encompass the island of Capri, the Faraglioni, the Penisola Sorrentina, Positano, and the Li Galli Archipelago.

Views from the pool area, views from the dining table in the summer kitchen where you can cook pizzas in the wood oven, views from the breakfast terrace.. views aplenty.

The villa is white limed giving it a Grecian Island feel. It provides a great backdrop to the use of wrought iron, the stone of ancient walls, the grandeur of vaulted rooms and some nooks that have an Arabic theme. Classically Italian, period wood furniture and frescoed walls add a final touch of splendour.

And if that isn’t enough you have access to a private cellar with over 100 labels of french and Italian wines that you can buy and taste.

The Amalfi coast is a UNESCO world heritage site,  famous all over the world for its natural beauty, azure seas and hanging cliff villages. Take some time to try the local specialities in the restaurants like the lemon liqueur limoncello,  anchovies and treat yourself to the hand made Vieri ceramics.

ACCOMMODATION

Approx 500m2 of accommodation:
Ground floor:
Open plan kitchen/ dining /living room (dining for 10), arched ceilings, original handmade terra-cotta tiled floors, large stone fireplace (decorative), air-conditioning, door to covered terrace with outdoor dining, sea views.
Massage room (on request).
Second living room, (TV, DVD, CD, ipod dock). high vaulted ceiling and original handmade terra-cotta tiles, wood burner, air-conditioning.
From this second living room, 13 wooden steps lead up to an open vaulted mezzanine level with double bed (1.60m) and single bed (0.90m) and door to swimming pool area. 
8 steps lead down to sauna, shower room, WC .
Wine cellar (tastings & purchase on request).
Access also from this living room to single bedroom (0.90m), ensuite shower room, WC. Small garden on this level.

First floor:
Landing with seating area.
Double bedroom (1.80m) with high vaulted ceilings, panoramic windows, door to terrace.
Twin/double bedroom (2x 0.90m or 1.80m – request bed make up at the time of booking), air-conditioning, door to terrace.
Shared bathroom with jacuzzi bathtub, WC, air-conditioning.

Grounds:
Steeply terraced with lots of areas for dining, relaxing and sunbathing, all with coastal sea views.  Main covered dining terrace. Stunning, traditional summer kitchen built into the rock face above the pool with dining table, pizza oven, traditional barbecue/open fireplace, stone sink. Private 2.5 x 6m pool with whirlpool corner (20cm-1.6m depth,  Roman steps entry, open May-Oct), outdoor shower.  Private parking for 2 cars (note access to this villa is on the flat from the parking area – no steps to climb to reach the ground floor entrance).
NB: the grounds are terraced with some open sided steps as shown in the photos so care with young children please.

SERVICES

Included: 4 hours mid-week maid service. Daily towel change.  Pool towels. Wi-Fi.  Air conditioning, heating, sauna, welcome prosecco. Concierge service.

Extra: Additional maid service on request. Lunches and dinners with chef and assistant, Cooking courses and Pizza school. Massage, manicure, waxing, baby sitter, boat rental with skipper, scooter, car with driver, airport transfers, cellar wines, guided tours, wine tasting, Vietri ceramics, sunset boat ride with strawberries and champagne, treking with a guide on the path of the gods.  Tourist Tax €3 per person per night to be paid locally in cash.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

• TOWN/VILLAGE
• Praiano 1km (bus stop close to villa)
• Positano 6.5km | Amalfi 8km
• Pompeii 30km
• Bus stop nearby
• Pompeii 30km
• Sorrento 25km
• AIRPORT
• Naples 60km
• Rome Fiumicino approx 3.5 hrs (296km)
• RAILWAY
• Salerno 35km
• HARBOUR / FERRY
• Capri 45 mins by boat
• AmalfiI 9 km | Positano 7km
• Pompei archaeological site 40km | Mount Vesuvio 62km
• Read our blog: https://www.qualityvillas.com/blog/hidden-gems-of-the-amalfi-coast
• Read our blog: https://www.qualityvillas.com/blog/7-days-on-the-amalfi-coast-a-week-in-series
• SHOP/RESTAURANT
• Grocery Store 300m (with free delivery service)
• Closest restaurant 200m
• Pharmacy and bar few minutes
• BEACH
• La Gavietella beach 800m (300 steps to beach)
• Marina di Praia 5 mins by car
• From Praia you can use water taxi to reach other beaches, Positano, Amalfi, Capri
• ACTIVITY
• Tennis in Positano
• Marisa Cuomo Amalfi vineyard 10km
• Hiking along the coastal path Sentiero degli Dei from Agerola
• ATTRACTIONS
• Art galleries and artisan shops all along the coast
• Scuba diving in Praiano

YOU WILL LOVE

• Multiple terraces to enjoy the views
• Staying in a one-off uniquely designed villa
• Your private pool with jacuzzi corner
• A private wine cellar
• A free concierge service to arrange trip and treats

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Refundable security deposit of €1000 to be paid in cash upon arrival.