May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
Villa Virginia is situated approximately 1 km from the village of Santa Maria di Castellabate, and 2 km from the sea, in an elevated position on a pine-tree covered hill overlooking the bay of Santa Maria di Castellabate. The two-story building is surrounded by private fenced grounds of 1000 square meters -Both stories have large terraces, kissed by the sun from the moment it rises in the morning to when it sets on the sea.
Upon your arrival you will immediately have in front of you the blue of the sea and of the sky, the bright green of the pine trees and a wide panorama of sea and hills on which your eyes will gently roam. You will reach Villa Virginia driving along a uphill alley for approximately 800 meters from the centre of the village.The alley is only used by the residents of a few vacation villas partly hidden among the pine trees, and it ends a few meters past Villa Virginia. You will find the closest shops, a restaurant and a supermarket at 800 meters downhill from the villa.
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The Campania region
Campania region is the beginning of the 'mezzogiorno'. Translating as the 'midday' the phrase evokes the sunbaked south. And Campania - with its ancient Greek and Roman towns, rumbling volcanoes and glittering blue coastline, at times evokes Classical Greece as much as modern Italy. You could be a million miles from bureaucratic and businesslike Milan.
Throughout much of its history Campania has been at the centre of Western Civilisation's most significant entities. The area was colonised by Ancient Greeks and was within Magna Græcia, until the Roman Republic began to dominate. During the Roman era the area was highly respected as a place of culture by the emperors, where it balanced Greco-Roman culture. The area had many duchies and principalities during the Middle Ages, in the hands of the Byzantine Empire and some Lombards.
It was under the Normans that the smaller indepedent states were brought together as part of a sizable European kingdom, known as the Kingdom of Sicily, before the mainland broke away to form the Kingdom of Naples. It was during this period that especially elements of Spanish, French and Aragonese culture touched Campania. Later the area became the central part of the Two Sicilies under the Bourbons, until the Italian unification of 1860 when it became part of the new state Italy.
The capital city of Campania is Naples. Campania is rich in culture, especially in regards to gastronomy, music, architecture, archeological and ancient sites such as Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum. The name of Campania itself is derived from Latin, as the Romans knew the region as Campania felix, which translates into English as "fortunate countryside". The rich natural sights of Campania make it highly important in the tourism industry, especially along the Amalfi Coast, Cilento Coast, Mount Vesuvius and the island of Capri.
Santa Maria di Castellabate area
The villa overlooks the bay of Santa Maria di Castellabate, which is a protected marine park. The sea is clean and transparent, the beaches made of fine golden sand: a true paradise for adults and children. All along the coastline of the bay you will find long stretches of beach. You will be able to enter the public beach free of charge, or use one of the many beach facilities that in the summer time rent umbrellas and sun lounges and have a cafe and a restaurant. You will also be able to rent boats and practice water sports.
The closest beach from Villa Virginia is at approximately 2 km (1.2 miles).
Nearby tourist attractions
Staying at Villa Virginia you will enjoy the sun, the beach, the sea, the green of the pine trees, the tranquillity of a small and graceful tourist spot. You will be able to see how Italians really live, and enjoy the good local cuisine, based on fish and on the genuine products of the Cilento National Park, such as mozzarella cheese, olive oil and wine.
Villa Virginia is an excellent starting point to visit the Cilento National Park and the archaeological excavations of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum and Velia, the Amalfi Coast and Capri.
Bus service is available in the area.
The closest train station is Agropoli, at 14 km (9 miles). In the area you will find the tourist ports of San Marco (at 4 km, 2.5 miles) and of Agropoli, and it is possible, during the summer, to board ferries to the Amalfi Coast, to Capri and to other location along the Cilento Coast, as well as to take boat trips, fishing trips or diving trips.
In the summer time, in the villages along the coast it is possible to attend a large number of "sagre" (local outdoor festivals with homemade dishes and live music). Pubs, restaurants and discos stay open until very late at night.
If you are a nature lover, it is possible to book guided hikes along naturalist, historical-cultural or gastronomic trails with the Cilento National Park guides.
How to get there
- Fly to Naples - Villa Virginia is just 126 km from the airport or 315 km Rome Airport Ciampino
- You will find cheaper flights with Easyjet.com or Ryanair.com. Ryanair flies to Rome Airport Ciampino, from which it takes 315 km to reach the village of Santa Maria di Castellabate, or to Bari Airport, 238 km
- Car hire available at www.antares91.com and www.autoeurope.com
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Napoli Capodichino: 120 km
Railway:
Agropoli: 10 km
Ferry:
San Marco di Castellabate: 2 km
Activities near Santa Maria di Castellabate
Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break City breaks
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, Sea view
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, CD player, Telephone, Table tennis, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (5), Sleeps maximum of 14
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The kitchen is equipped with a six-burner cooker, oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, a large refrigerator with freezer, and small appliances. The kitchen has a glass door through which you will be able to see the sea and the swimming pool: they will entertain you while you experiment with the Italian cuisine! Yet another glass door in the kitchen will allow you to reach directly the area of the garden equipped with a gazebo and dining tables. It will be easy and pleasant to dine 'al fresco', in front of the charming seascape!
The sleeping area
On the ground floor you will find three of the seven bedrooms.
One of the bedrooms has a double bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. This room has a window with a view of the garden. The other two bedrooms on the ground floor have two single beds each. On of the has an en-suite bathroom with shower, the other one is next to a bathroom with bath tub and shower wand. Both of these two bedrooms have a glass door to enter the garden.
A nice staircase will take you upstairs from the living room, where you will find four double bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Two of the bedrooms have glass door to enter the large main terrace with a view of the sea. These bedrooms have both their own en-suite bathroom with shower.
The other two bedrooms have both a glass door to enter their own terrace, located on the sides of the building. These side terraces have a nice view of the sea as well. These two bedrooms have both their own en-suite bathroom with bath tub and shower wand.
As the villa is built on sloping ground, you will be able to enter the top level directly from the street, without climbing steps, through a gate and a back door.
The bedrooms are spacious and elegantly and carefully decorated. Each room has an independent air-conditioning unit operated with a remote control.
Further details outdoors: The swimming pool
At Villa Virginia you will find at your disposal a 10 x 6 meters (32 x 20 feet) swimming pool, with a whirlpool corner. The pool is set in the middle of a white terrace that stretches in front of the living room towards the blue of the sea and of the sky. The terrace is decorated with a white balustrade and pots blooming with red geraniums. The sun deck around the swimming pool is equipped with umbrellas and 14 sun beds. The deck has special non-slip tiles that stay always cool: your kids and you will be able to walk barefoot, even when wet and under the hot summer sun. Close to the swimming pool you will find a small changing room with toilet and washbasin, as well as two external showers with hot and cold water. The pool gets sunlight from the morning to when the sun sets on the sea. In the summer time you will enjoy swimming in the evening and by night. The pool is open all year round (although it is outdoor and not heated).ù
The terraces and the garden
Villa Virginia is surrounded by 1000 square meters (10000 square feet) of private fenced grounds, partly paved and partly garden. Past the main gate, you will find a parking area. Once your car is parked, you will be able to enter the garden and the house walking a few meters along a comfortable ramp, with no steps. The garden and the area around the villa are like a huge terrace overlooking the coast below and the sea. Arranged on three sides of the villa you will find different equipped areas: the nice swimming pool with its large sundeck is situated in the tiled area in front of the main facade and of the living room. On one side, next to the kitchen, you will find a long rectangular gazebo, equipped with table, chairs and a graceful fountain. On the opposite side of the building there is an area equipped with a wood-burning pizza oven, brickwork barbecue, table and chairs to dine outdoor.
Further details
At Villa Virginia you will have maid service five hours a day from Monday to Saturday, end-of-week change of linens and towels and mid-week change of towels. A cook is available upon request. The villa is equipped with washing machine and clothes dryer for your own independent use. Laundry service is available upon request
Included in the price The rental price includes: maid service from Monday to Saturday 5 hours each day; towels, changed mid-week; Wi-Fi Internet connection; linens; electricity; final cleaning.
Payment Terms A 25% deposit is paid at the time of booking. The balance is due 60 days prior to arrival at the property.
Security Deposit Upon arrival at Villa Virginia the property manager will ask you to pay a security deposit of EUR 500, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure less any charges for accidental damages to the property.
Additional Expenses To be paid at the property: telephone according to use; heating (when needed).
Conditions
The rental price includes: maid service from Monday to Saturday 5 hours each day; towels, changed mid-week; Wi-Fi Internet connection; linens; electricity; final cleaning.
A 25% deposit is paid at the time of booking. The balance is due 60 days prior to arrival at the property. Security Deposit
Upon arrival at Villa Virginia the property manager will ask you to pay a security deposit of EUR 500, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure less any charges for accidental damages to the property.
Additional Expenses: To be paid at the property: telephone according to use; heating (when needed).
Rental rates
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3935£3,577
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4720£4,291
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
*Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified, before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.
The rental price includes: maid service from Monday to Saturday 5 hours each day; towels, changed mid-week; Wi-Fi Internet connection; linens; electricity; final cleaning.
To be paid at the property: telephone according to use; heating (when needed).
Upon arrival at Villa Virginia the property manager will ask you to pay a security deposit of Euro 500, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property.
Guestbook for Villa Virginia
Gary H., Dublin, Ireland - This is a fantastic Villa for a family holiday - every possible facility is provided. The view from the Villa is breathtaking, not surprising as the drive up to find it is incredibly steep! The grounds are wonderful with a stunning pool, outdoor hot showers, outdoor dining area, BBQ, pizza oven, table tennis and plenty more... It is ideal for children as the grounds are fully self-contained with electric gates providing security. The villa itself has 7 equally lovely bedrooms, all en suite, allowing privacy even when with a large group. We had 14 people staying and never felt under each other's feet as the living area is so large. Wireless Internet is a fantastic feature if you want to keep in contact with the real world - very handy if you have a Laptop. I could write for hours recommending Villa Virginia but suffice to say every single minute detail is considered and provided for... Towels for the pool, cleaning, refuse collection - everything is made easy. It is hotel standard luxury with the added bonus of your own privacy and flexibility, not many hotels will let you swim in the pool at 2 in the morning !! In short, Villa Virginia will exceed your greatest expectations... Enjoy your holiday!
Allen M., Wilmington, DE, United States - Our week at Villa Virginia was the best time of our three week vacation in Italy. We had 11 people, some older, some younger, and two children. It worked well for everyone, and there was easily space for more. The view was fantastic, the villa was clean, beautiful and up to date. Annalisa was a great caretaker, and the only surprises were good ones. Overall, we got much more than we really expected.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 59419
Name:
Valentina Trotta
Company:
Summer in Italy
Tel:
+39 089 8426126
Fax:
+39 089 3115055
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