Villa Santa Venere - Five Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 15

Villa Santa Venere is a traditional stone farmhouse surrounded by orchards, forests and olive groves in the province of Salerno, south-west Italy. Rurally located and yet close to the town of Pollica, the hamlet of Acciaroli and some of Italy’s most breath-taking beaches.   

You will find the villa at the end of a quiet lane on a hillside, surrounded only by lush greenery. The property comprises the main villa, which is a 2-storey farmhouse, and an additional two outbuildings. In total, the home can accommodate up to 15 guests, making it perfect for a trip with a larger group. 

The main house has three bedrooms upstairs, while downstairs has a cosy living room, a dining room and a kitchen. If you are travelling with a few couples or maybe a number of small family groups, then the two additional dwellings are fantastic for a bit of privacy, but still allow you to be able to come together over dinner. Each of the outbuildings has a double bedroom, a bathroom and a living space with a kitchen and a double sofa bed, so up to 4 guests can sleep in each.

The vast 5 hectares of grounds are shared between the three buildings and are a wonderful communal space. You could unwind in the private pool with a hydromassage feature, dine al-fresco or take a walk amongst the fruit trees in the orchard area. The garden even has a stream you can listen to as you sunbathe. 

This home's location is brilliant; you can enjoy spending time in the forests and countryside around the villa, but you will not feel isolated as the town of Pollica is 4km away and has all the amenities you need. Also 4km away is Acciaroli, a seaside hamlet with incredible beaches.

Features:

Villa Interior 

Main Villa (145m2)

Ground Floor

- Living room with sofas and TV
- Dining room with table seating 6 guests and antique bench
- Kitchen with oven, hob, fridge freezer, microwave and coffee machine
- Bathroom with shower, sink, bidet and WC
- Laundry room
- External oven for pizza

First Floor 

- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with double bed and additional single bed (best suited for a child) with private access
- Bedroom with two single beds and guest WC
- Bathroom with shower, sink, bidet and WC
- Living space with terrace access

Outbuilding 1 (50m2)

- Living space with terrace access
- Small kitchen with oven, hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, coffee machine  and double sofa bed 
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bathroom with shower, sink, bidet and WC

Outbuilding 2 (50m2)

- Living space with terrace access
- Small kitchen with oven, hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, coffee machine and table seating four guests and double sofa bed 
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bathroom with shower, sink, bidet and WC

Farmhouse (155m2)

Ground Floor

- Living space with terrace access
- Living/Dining room with sofas and TV, fireplace, small kitchen, with oven, hob, fridge freezer, and coffee machine with table seating 4 guests
- Bathroom with shower, sink, bidet and WC
- Laundry room

First Floor

-Bedroom with double bed with shower, sink, bidet and WC
-Bedroom with double bed with shower, sink, bidet and WC
-Living space with terrace access

Basement

- Playroom
- Bathroom with sink and WC

Outside Grounds

- Swimming pool (13m x 6m, open approximately from beginning-June to end-September) with hydromassage feature
- 5 hectares of gated grounds with olive grove, vineyard, orchard and stream
- Poolside sun loungers and parasols
- Al-fresco dining tables
- Outdoor sofas
- Terraces for each outbuilding
- Wood burning oven and barbecue at main villa
- Parking

Facilities 

- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Central heating
- Smart TV
- Washing machine

Location:

Villa Santa Venere is located within the Cilento National Park in the province of Salerno. Encompassing verdant mountains, vast wild coastlines, forests and pretty villages, this area is as magical as the nearby Amalfi coast but feels more authentic and less crowded. 

The closest town to the villa is Pollica, which is a mere 4km away and has a lovely old town with a good selection of bars, cafes and eateries. Originally settled around the 8th century by Greek refugees, Pollica is also packed with historic buildings to discover. The 13th-century Castle of Capano Princes dominates the landscape and is a great place to visit to learn more about the town's history. The town also has a number of ornate churches and former palaces to visit. 

Also 4km from the villa is Acciaroli, a charming fishing hamlet. Acciaroli is where you will find the nearest beaches, and there is an excellent range to choose from, whether you prefer a lido with sun loungers or a tranquil cove to take in the scenery after a coastal stroll. This tiny hamlet is famous because Ernest Hemmingway spent lots of time here and was very inspired by the place because there are around 300 centenarians living here! 

For an interesting day trip, you could explore one of the Ancient Greek archaeological sites nearby, such as Velia, 22km away. Velia is filled with staggering ruins and fortifications, first built by Phoenician settlers around 600 BC. An even bigger archaeological site and park called Paestum can be found 50km away.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€1500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.

Arrival time?
4.00 p.m. Check-in outside this time may be subject to an extra cost. Please enquire for more details.

Departure time?
10.00 a.m.

End of stay cleaning included?
Extra €200, payable locally. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pool towels included?
Yes.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Heating costs included?
Yes.

Minimum stay?
7 nights.

Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.

Pets welcome?
Not allowed.

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Tax?
Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).

Internet access?
Wi-Fi internet access included.

Other Ts and Cs?
Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.

Please note that whilst this property is located near the Amalfi Coast, it is in fact closer to the Cilento coast, perfect for those looking for a more authentic, low-key beach holiday.

Whilst this property can accommodate 15 guests, four additional guests can sleep on sofa beds and one child on the small single bed, on request at additional cost. The bedrooms are divided between the main villa and 4 separate dwellings. See feature tab.

Please note home security devices are installed at the villa, please enquire for further information.

Pool opening dates?
The pool is open approximately from beginning-June to end-September. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.

Property Licence Number?
IT065098B5L3S7WDS4
Smoking - not allowed