Porto Ulisse

Very rarely a house comes our way that we know instantly is going to be a great favourite - not only for us, but for its guests. Such a property is Porto Ulisse, set in a fantastic location overlooking a white sandy beach, with views to the islands surrounding La Maddalena and its National park.

The dramatic rock of Capo d’Orso directly above Porto Ulisse was named by Homer in the Odyssey, and even today arriving at this lovely house, with an azure sea glistening behind, is truly spectacular. Tradition has it that Ulysses anchored his ship in the bay in front of the house - hence its name.

Built in the 70s by a well known architect, and published in various magazines, he reflected the owners brief perfectly -  "Understated , yet functional, informal, and wonderfully relaxing, just the splendid surroundings of nature, rocks and sea."

The wind shaped, scenic granite rocks surrounding the house in its private grounds complement the typical green Mediterranean bush, left as a unique natural decoration, with the blue sea giving a magical aura. The main house has a wonderful loggia and large dining table facing the sea, ideal for long, relaxed meals. Inside, the house is naturally welcoming, having been the scene of many happy gatherings. There is a huge sitting room with open fireplace, and a well equipped kitchen - all ideal for relaxing or play, even in bad weather! A delightful and very private guest house gives friends an opportunity to disappear!

Soporific days slip by very easily: a pathway leads to two small (virtually) private beaches of pure white sand. Here a small boat hired from the nearby old fishing port of Palau can be moored, for excursions and lunches. Elegant Porto Raphael with its yacht marina as well as other beautiful beaches are within easy reach as are the beautiful islands of Maddalena accessed by boat. Important archaelogical stone age tombs are within 20 kms, and the spectacular Capo Teoda on Sardinia’s northern tip looks straight at Bonafacio, Corsica. For a few frenetic weeks in late July/August, the island wakes up and “comes alive” with the beau monde, bringing beautiful boats and beautiful people. Restaurants are in demand al fresco night clubs open up - then suddenly, it’s over, autumn beckons and the island finds itself again.

Porto Ulisse is very special, and will appeal to understated people, who whilst near to the fashionable Costa Smeralda and its resorts, would much prefer to relax and enjoy this charming family house to the full. Sitting at sunset, perhaps after an energetic climb to the famous wind-shaped rock above, watching the rocks turn to pink, enjoying the proximity to nature in this wildly dramatic setting is an experience never to be forgotten.

Room Description

Ground Floor: Sitting room with fireplace • Dining area leading to covered outside dining area • Courtyard • Double bedroom with bathroom en suite and French windows to terrace • Double bedroom with shower room en suite and French windows to terrace • Twin bedroom with shower room en suite • 2 twin bedrooms • Shower room • Utility room

Separate Annexe: Sitting room with fireplace • Kitchenette • Twin bedroom • Bathroom

Further Information: Please note that the twin bedrooms cannot be made up as doubles

Facilities

Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Microwave, Basic Italian Sky Satellite TV with cinema,

DVD player, CD player, Telephone, Fax, WiFi Internet Access, Fans, Insect Screen (1 room only), Heating, (usage costs payable locally), Mosquito nets

Note: The access road to Porto Ulisse is an unsurfaced gravel track so careful driving is recommended.

Welcome Provisions Included

A welcome gesture to offer you a drink after your journey; tea or coffee and biscuits, wine or juice and a snack. They are not sufficient for an entire meal. Owners will also generally leave a few other items to get you going such as some salt, sugar, oil, bin bags and toilet paper.

Food Hamper

Can be arranged for an additional cost and service charge payable locally. For guests who are arriving late or who recognize they may be delayed and arrive with no time to do shopping. Shops are shut on Sundays, so the aim of the Food Hampers is to provide two light meals and two breakfasts, to allow guests to go out for one meal, then do more shopping on Monday. We can adapt these hampers to take into account allergies, dislikes and dietary requirements, or according to whether there are children in the party. For a list of possible ingredients, please see the CV Travel Directory.

Cook Service

CV Contact

An English speaking CV Representative in Italy will be available by phone during your stay. Contact details will be sent with your travel documents.

Maid Service

Up to 3 hours, 5 days per week.

Linen and Towels

Changed once during each week. Extra changes are available on request for an additional charge.

Tenancy Times

Tenancies commence at 16:00 hours on the day of arrival and villas are to be vacated by 10:00 on the day of departure.

Your Location

Airport

Olbia 35km, Alghero 120km.

Amenities

Shops/restaurants at Palau 3km, Porto Raphael 5km, boat hire at Palau 3km, riding/sailing/windsurfing/tennis at Velamare/Cala di Lepre 3km, scuba diving Cala Capra 1km, golf at Pevero, Porto Cervo 30kms.

Places of Interest

Porto Cervo 30ks

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