
Ceglie Messapica (BR), Italy
Villa Ciottolo
Originally a Masseria, a fortified farmhouse typical of the Puglia region, Villa Ciottolo has been immaculately transformed into a resort - style holiday retreat.
From £6,562 per week
Sorrento (NA), Sorrento and Amalfi Coast, Italy
Sleeps 125 bedrooms4 bathroomsPrivate pool

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Villa Tahlula is a comfortable five-bedroom, traditionally styled villa with panoramic views over Mount Vesuvius and the Gulf of Naples.
In the main building, an open plan kitchen and dining area, equipped with modern facilities and accessories, are the perfect place to enjoy preparing and indulging in a relaxing meal, with plenty of natural light through the many patio doors creating a bright and airy interior.
And when the weather is fine, step outside onto the patio where you can enjoy an alfresco lunch, in or out of the shade, with fabulous views! There is also a bright, spacious living room equipped with a large sofa and satellite television for some light entertainment after an action-packed day. All of the rooms are air-conditioned.
There are three traditionally styled, elegant bedrooms in the main building: all three are double bedrooms, two of which are equipped with fabulous en-suite bathrooms. In the adjoining annexe, there are two further twin rooms, both with a TV, fridge and en-suite bathroom. All five bedrooms have air conditioning enjoying direct access to the beautiful terrace space, so you can enjoy the breath-taking scenery from the moment you wake. There is also a double sofa bed in the living room and a cot available for those travelling with children.
The colourful garden creates a vibrancy and an energy that is truly infectious - from flourishing plants and flowers to lovingly tiled walkways and of course the astonishing sea-views, there is a true sense of rejuvenation across the multi-level terrace. One of the many terraces includes a huge barbeque on which you can prepare a sumptuous meal with an equally delightful view, as well as a pizza oven and kitchenette.
A spectacular private pool offers the perfect base from which to take in the thriving garden and simultaneously to relax in the heat of the sunshine, enjoying the cool sea breeze and the calm of the Amalfi coastline. There’s even a bathroom available here, so you don’t have to leave the tranquillity of the garden - and a strong Wi-Fi connection throughout so you can stay up-to-date from the poolside!
Nestled on the hillside overlooking the Amalfi Coast, with views of the spectacular Mount Vesuvius in the distance, Villa Tahlula is located just 4km from the local town of Sorrento, a beautiful coastal town with restaurants, pavement cafes and entertainment galore. For access to the nearby town of Sorrento, a bus is available from just outside the villa, or you can enjoy the picturesque walk along the coast, with the exquisite scenery at every turn. The nearest restaurant is virtually opposite villa's main gate, so you don’t have to go far to try the fabulous local cuisine! The nearby surroundings of the villa can provide for your daily needs, with local bars and restaurants and a supermarket not too far away, but also allows a feeling of tranquillity and isolation from the hustle and bustle of every-day life, with a pervasive, calming stillness. Further afield, there is much to explore, with Mount Vesuvius a very short distance away, and several enchanting cities including Naples and Salerno. Try the infamous pizza, pasta and fresh fish from local producers, and of course - taste the wine! The sheer cliffs of the coast drop dramatically into the glistening sea, punctuated with pastel-coloured fishing villages, with terraced vineyards, lemon groves and an array of exquisite, well-marked hiking trails further inland. Of course, the coast is lined with stunning beaches, with crystal-clear water and unspoilt natural lands, also ideal for a scenic walk.
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