This superbly placed property in Porto Venere is about authenticity, charm, and beautiful sea views. It is just a few steps from the shore and a short stroll from the core of the traditional fishing community.

The stately villa was built in the early 1900s and has been beautifully refurbished to provide a superb vacation property. Admire the marble fireplace in the charming living room, which has lovely furnishings and picture-book windows that nicely frame the bay vista.

A majestic staircase leads to the first floor, where three elegant bedrooms are furnished with antiques and a distinct sense of individuality. Old family portraits adorn the walls, and decorative features add to the friendly atmosphere. At the same time, air conditioning is available throughout the main home.

A detached annexe provides another delightful bedroom, bringing the total number of visitors to eight.

Step outdoors onto the initial paved terrace, which features characteristic grey and white Carrara marble and offers views of the Ligurian shore. As you go down the stone walks and steps, you'll feel a sense of awe as you get glimpses of the shoreline below through the olive trees.

Find a hidden nook for an aperitivo or a private terrace with a sunlounger and spend warm days swimming in the magnificent sea-water swimming pool, a unique feature of this residence.

There are approximately 3000m2 terraces and gardens to explore, beautiful pots bursting with summer colour, sweet-scented roses, towering palms, ancient carob trees, myrtle, and more.

Follow the steps down to your gate, and you'll be at the seashore, just a few metres from a famous beach surrounded by restaurants and cafes.

Follow the promenade to Porto Venere's centre, just 1km away, where you can marvel at the colourful houses and explore the meandering mediaeval lanes filled with attractive shops and pleasant restaurants serving delicious Ligurian food. Enjoy the breathtaking view from San Pietro Church, located in the cove named for Lord Byron, who admired this area of the Ligurian coast.

Boat tours sail towards the well-known Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Porto Venere and its islands. Follow traditional walking pathways connecting the charming Cinque Terre villages to find vineyards and olive orchards among the beautiful vistas that attract tourists worldwide. Head south to the picturesque Golfo dei Poeti, pine-backed beaches, summer lidos, and seafood osterias amid communities that inspired some of the finest nineteenth-century writers.

The property is a fantastic villa amid one of Italy's most stunning stretches of coastline - a place of nature, history, and breathtaking beauty.

To find out more or to book, get in touch today!

DESCRIPTION:
Main Villa Interiors (230m2)

Ground Floor

Living room with doors leading to terrace
Dining room with table for up to 8 guests and doors leading to terrace
Kitchen, well-equipped including dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, toaster, blender and coffee machine
WC

First Floor

Bedroom with king-size double bed and en suite bathroom with small shower and WC
Bedroom with king-size double bed and en suite bathroom with shower and WC
Bedroom with queen-size double bed
Bathroom with bathtub
Reading area (between two bedrooms)
Access to the rear terrace

Annexe Interiors

Bedroom with queen-size double bed
Bedroom with single bed
Small shower room with WC

A separate apartment is also available at an additional cost, which would be suitable for accompanying staff (including a double bedroom, small shower room and living room with kitchenette).

Outside Grounds (3000m2)

Sea-water swimming pool (8x4m, depth: 2.6m) open approximately June to end-September
Various terraces
Garden with terraced levels and many steps
Parking (up to four cars)
Fenced/gated grounds

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning (main villa, annexe and apartment)
Heating
Satellite TV
Hairdryer
Alarm system
Laundry room with washing machine

Villa IT5297