VILLA AQVARA
Splendid 18th Century Villa nestled among the hills of Massa Lubrense
Aquara, Massa Lubrense
5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 3 kitchens
Beds: 10-15 people
General informations
Villa Aqvara is beautifully positioned on the hilly area of Massa Lubrense and overlooks the Mediterranean Sea overlooking the islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida, but also on the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.
Villa Aqvara is divided on three levels with independent access and includes both the main layout of the villa and a loft on the top floor. The villa can comfortably accommodate up to 15 people and boasts five bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, two large dining rooms and two kitchens perfect for preparing delicious traditional Mediterranean dishes. In addition, a recently renovated loft with a beautiful terrace overlooking the entire Gulf of Naples is pertinent to the villa.
The latter is furnished in a modern style and features a bedroom with private bathroom, open-plan kitchen, living room and dining area.
This villa has been restored to the highest standards, blending the best of Italian history and tradition with modern day comforts.
The splendid gardens of the Villa, which extend for about 700 meters, are perfect for a yoga retreat or to enjoy the sun.
Beyond the large gardens, to enrich the Villa, there is a spectacular 5 mx 10 m salt water pool surrounded by a wooden terrace with loungers, a hammock, outdoor lounges and a lovely stone courtyard where it will be easy to completely relax. .
Guests are able to rest and enjoy absolute comfort while they enjoy the informal and peaceful atmosphere provided by the house and its surrounding spaces.
For a completely authentic and unforgettable holiday, Villa Aqvara is the perfect choice.
About the villa
Built in 1776 by the baron of Cerqueto, Vincenzo Maria Ajello, only ten years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Villa Aqvara exudes a rich architectural history that will allow you to live the aristocratic life in the eighteenth century.
The Villa is situated on top of the hills of Aquara, a faction of Massa Lubrense, and has been tastefully restored, with great care in preserving the many original features of the villa, including a Roccocò style fountain at the main entrance and a terracotta from the 18th century with majolica tiles by Giustiniani, finely decorated.
The name of the Villa derives from the abundance of spring water that was present in the area and that today continues to provide sustenance to the local agricultural community.
Villa Aqvara enjoys all the modern comforts for a perfect holiday including central heating / air conditioning, WiFi internet and satellite TV.
The entrance
The villa has two entry points: a path connected to the main road by a staircase and the main entrance of the Villa which is accessed from the parking area in front.
At the entrance of the villa there is a fantastic Italian rococo style fountain in lava stone and tuff dating back to the late Baroque period. Entering through a wooden arched door, in the main courtyard of the villa, you will be enchanted by the view of the sea, the gulf and the islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida.
Ground floor
The inner courtyard represents the heart of the villa and is the central convivial space in which all guests can come together reliving environments from a bygone era since there is also a historic well.
On the ground floor there are two large double bedrooms furnished with queen size beds, wardrobes and private bathrooms with shower, WC, bidet and sink. Each bathroom has many of the original features, carefully preserved, including marble floors and wood finishes.
It is important to note that there is a single foldaway bed, which can be placed in a bedroom for a child or an extra guest.
The spacious kitchen is professionally equipped for cooking (on request, the Gocce Concierge team can organize a private chef to organize the party, using traditional local recipes and genuine DOC products from the Sorrento Peninsula).
The kitchen is complete with 5-burner gas stove, oven, fridge / freezer, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster and all the kitchen utensils needed to make meal preparation child's play. The dining table (8 seats) completes this magnificent kitchen, while there is a second dining room with a table for 4-6 more people.
Just outside the kitchen, you will find a comfortable living room, complete with a 32 "flat screen TV, a comfortable sofa and a large window with an inimitable and spectacular view of the Mediterranean sea.
Next to the main terrace, there is also a laundry room with a washing machine to make your stay as practical as possible.
Second floor
A stone staircase leads to the second level of the villa, where you will find a bright and spacious dining room furnished with antique wooden furniture and an elegant draped chandelier. Adding brightness to the room is a Juliette-style balcony that always faces the sea.
A second and recently renovated kitchen is also located on this level and is equipped with all the necessary amenities including a 5-burner stove, oven, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, kettle and toaster.
One of the highlights of the second floor of Villa Aqvara are its 8 meter high domed ceilings that create an air of grandeur and inspire wonder.
There are two large double bedrooms with high domed ceilings furnished with queen-size beds, wardrobes and private bathrooms with shower, WC, bidet and sink. The perfectly maintained floors date back to the 17th century.
Also on this level, there is the possibility of adding an extra bed, based on eventualities.
Through large arches you then reach what must be the main splendor of Villa Aqvara: two large windows overlooking the Mediterranean and beyond. These glass windows extend for most of the perimeter of the living room leaving you lose in the beauty and serenity of the place.
The living room is furnished, too, with great attention to detail and decorations that echo the past of the aristocracy of the time.
In the living room there are three double sofa beds where you and your loved ones can relax or sit and enjoy a movie from the 32 "flat screen satellite television.
Just outside the corridors there is another small but comfortable bathroom.
Loft
Continuing along the external staircase, you reach the recently renovated one-bedroom loft apartment. With the best and most panoramic sea view, the apartment has a Juliette balcony and a large furnished terrace.
The open space space that connects the kitchen with the dining room, is well equipped with all the necessary comforts for an independent life and includes a 3-seater sofa with double sofa bed option, a table with four stools and a kitchenette with 4 electric hobs , fridge / freezer, dishwasher and all kitchen equipment.
From a harmonious internal staircase you reach the loft of the Villa. Here you will see concrete mounds protruding from the ground. These are the tops of the domed ceilings from below. This space can be used for relaxation, yoga, meditation and is enriched by a bookcase and a lot of light coming from the scattered windows everywhere.
The double bedroom offers a private marble bathroom with shower, WC, bidet and washbasin. The architecturally designed skylight above the bed is perfect for watching the stars at night. Really very romantic!
The loft has a large well-furnished panoramic terrace with an outdoor environment overlooking the entire Gulf of Naples.
The pool and the gardens
The gardens of the Villa are large and offer many beautiful shaded corners where you can relax while sipping a cool drink and maybe reading a good book. The space is ideal for families with small children.
A stone staircase leads to the garden on the basement level, where you will find the swimming pool, the changing room / bathroom and the shower. The inground salt water pool measures 5 mx 10 m and is surrounded by a lovely wooden terrace and a lovely garden furnished with a hammock, sun loungers and a dining area.
Position
Villa Aqvara is located on the hill of Massa Lubrense and is only 2 km from the picturesque center of Sant’Agata sui due Golfi where there are excellent shops and restaurants with Michelin stars, the parish church, the Monastery of the Desert and other attractions.
If you like walking, there are many paths along the coast and inland.
Villa Aqvara is the ideal base from which to explore the wonderful splendours of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coasts including the historic center of Sorrento (12 km), Positano (18 km), Amalfi, Ravello, Capri Island and Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius.
Note:
1) Guests can also enjoy services such as free access to the Gocce di Capri pool - Hotel & Residence Residence located near the Termini square. The Resort also features Restaurant and Bar. Reservations required.
2) From April 1st to October 31st, a mandatory city tax of 2.00 euros per person per night (for guests aged 18 or over) for a maximum of 5 nights must be paid in cash on arrival . This is a government tax, payable by all tourists staying in the Municipality of Massa Lubrense.
3) A late check-in fee of € 30 applies to all arrivals after 22:00, which must be paid in cash to the host upon arrival.
