Property 10778 - MASSA LUBRENSE

10 Bedrooms

Location and Surrounding Area
Magnificent Property 10778 sits in a coveted location overlooking the Bay of Naples, Mount Vesuvius, and the islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida. The nearby village of Massa Lubrense is a picturesque beauty spot nestled at the far end of the Sorrento peninsula, a hidden gem frequented only by locals and the occasional savvy traveller. With its strategic location, this five-bedroom villa is the perfect place for a stylish getaway along one of the most famous stretches of coastline in the Mediterranean.

Set in the hills just below the ridge that divides Sorrento from the sheer southern coastline, lies the village of Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi, named for its sweeping views over both the Gulfs of Naples and Salerno. To the west and south-west of Sorrento is a hilly hinterland, the sprawling Massa Lubrense, and a wild stretch of coastline that remains untouched by developers. The area is dotted with hamlets and ancient look-out towers, remnants of repeated invasions over the centuries, all surrounded by citrus and olive groves.

The centre of Sorrento is laid out on a Roman grid of narrow lanes lined with restaurants serving pasta and shops selling lemon-themed souvenirs. However, away from the well-trodden paths, there are many little-explored nooks and crannies. The vaulted Sedile Dominova is a working-men’s club where locals spend their afternoons playing cards. There are also traditional greengrocers and haberdashers tucked behind wooden shop fronts, as well as medieval palaces, the courtyard of Palazzo Correale, and artisan workshops.

If Sorrento becomes too bustling, the laid-back town of Vico Equense, perched on a sheer tufa cliff along the coast, makes an appealing alternative. Beach lovers flock to the small sandy coves at Marina di Vico and Marina d'Aequa, while walkers take on the old footpath to Positano, clinging to the cliffs of the Amalfi coastline. Culture enthusiasts can hop on the Circumvesuviana train to explore the ancient sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius.

The view of Positano from a distance is breathtaking. Colour is everywhere, reflecting on the serene sea, the silvery pebbled beach, and the gleaming Majolica-domed church of Santa Maria Assunta. The houses, built up from the waterside and connected by a labyrinth of steep staircases, boast soft pastel hues. In summer, when the rows of sunbeds quickly fill up, you can take a boat to explore the many secluded coves scattered along the coastline.

Property 10778 is located 61 km from Naples Capodichino International Airport and 288 km from Rome Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi is 2 km from the villa, Massa Lubrense is 5 km, Nerano is 8 km, Sorrento is 11 km, Vico Equense is 20 km, Positano is 20 km, Pompeii is 35 km, Conca dei Marini is 30 km, Amalfi is 34 km, Maiori is 39 km, Ravello is 40 km, and Herculaneum is 50 km away.

The Property
Located in the green hills of Massa Lubrense, just a stone’s throw from Sorrento, Property 10778 features a furnished panoramic terrace with a pool gazing straight out to the sea. Originally an old farmhouse, the villa boasts an exquisite blend of period charm and modern comfort. Offering an impressive sense of comfort and natural light, Property 10778 can accommodate ten guests, featuring five double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms spread over three floors.

Offering a peaceful atmosphere and breathtaking views over the sea, the villa boasts an exclusive terrace with a swimming pool and a paved poolside area equipped with comfortable sun loungers, inviting guests to sit back and unwind while enjoying the charming panorama. On the terrace, under the shade of a pergola, you will find a large table for al fresco dining and lounge areas with comfortable sofas and armchairs for relaxing and socialising. There is also an original water well that supplied water to the house until 2008.

Flooded with natural light, the villa offers far-reaching sea views from the terraces, balconies, and arched windows. The property is laid out over three floors, with two double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with showers on the ground floor, two double bedrooms complete with en-suite bathrooms with showers on the first floor, and a delightful attic with a double bedroom, en-suite bathroom with shower, and kitchen on the second floor. The attic features its own spacious balcony with sunbeds.

Both the ground and first floors have a living room, a dining room, and a modern, fully equipped kitchen featuring all the amenities you might need during your stay. The rooms feature 18th-century terracotta flooring and decorative faience tiling by the artists Giustiniani, Del Vecchio, and Delle Donne. The large terrace on the ground floor is fully furnished and includes a barbecue, perfect for grilling up some local delicacies to be enjoyed al fresco under the stars as you gaze out over the water.