On SARDINIA, there really is no such thing as vacationing “out of season”, since the island as well as PORTO RAFAEL are fascinating all year around: the deep blue sea and the unmistakable sent of the “macchia sarda” in spring; the light and the crystal clear shining water and the warmth of the sun; the taste of the fruits of the Strawberry tree in the mellow fall as well as the quiet of the grey skies and pastel sea in the winter.
This MINI -VILLA is perfect for people who want to relax and enjoy the most fascinating place in Sardinia. From above, the House is dominated by the majestic fort of Monte Altura with a fantastical view to the National Aquatic Archipelago Park of La Maddalena. A pleasant path leading through green vegetation and the villas of Porto Rafael lead you to the first beaches just 450m away. The area of Porto Rafael -Punta Sardegna is famous for its variety of very different beaches. They can all be reached by foot or by car.
The house is ideally placed in Porto Rafael. you can walk to the nearby Nelson sandy beach (10 min). There is plenty of nice beaches around (including Cala di Trana) that you can reach with a nice 30 min walk from Costa Serena).
The house is nested into nice vegetation and is fitted with two spacious roofed terrasse (N and E), The Eastern one with some sea and Maddalena island view. It means that there is a lot of shade which I believe is a great advantage in summer months but in October we would have enjoyed a bit more sun.
We were the only one in the residence so it was extremly calm. Anyway the place is far from the crowd.
The interior of the house is very basic and dark with old furniture and tiny kitchen, which is fine as you will spend most of your time outside. However the bed quality is a bit rough.
We arrived late evening and the house was smelling humidity. (it was ok after a day of aeration). We appreciated finding 2 bottles of mineral water in the fridge, but it would also be good to let some 1st necessity items (e.g. toilet paper, oil, etc.).
It is overall a good deal for those who want a convenient and affordable place to discover this beautiful region and keep some budget to eat outside.
Is is obvious that during the autumn you can not expect a Sunlight like in summer The very large terrace facing the sea is partly roofed in order to allow the use it during the summertime. TheHouse has a very nice sea view is an not just "some sea view". Please see the pictures and read following testimonials:A) trés jolie vue (22-ago-2014)-; B) spettacolare vista mare (5-8-2013); C) une belle vue sur la mer (29-8-2012 ); - D) casa.. con spettacolare vista mare e sull''Arcipelago maddalenino (31-12-2011); - E) superbe vue et jardin (23-12-2011). THE HOUSE IS SIMPLY BUT WELL DECORATED: Two rooms are painted with pastel colors: the living room color's is pastel green (this room has got 4 lights), the double room's color is pastel blue (3 lights).In my opinion the house is not dark but if somebody is not used to stay in rooms painted with unusual colors, it is be possible to have the feeling, the room is not god illuminated. I can also understand that not all the guests appreciate the sardinian forniture and curtains as well as the head of the bed, all hand-embroidered (which are also very expensive) but this does not allow guests to diminish the value of the house's forniture.THE KITCHEN is 6 years old and it is very well maintained. The Kitchen is not really tiny:it Is ACTUALLY 300 cm LONG and it is very well equipped and has been appreciated by guests loving eating at home. My remarks are based on facts and testimonials: A) 28-set-2014: Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet, es ist wirklich alles vorhanden, was man braucht..(Translation:The house is very well equipped, you will find everything you need; - B) l 5-august 2013: La casa ...è ben attrezzata (in particolare la cucina) come raramente mi è capitato di vedere..(translation: -The house ..is well equipped, especially the kitchen as I rarely have seen; - C) 28-ago-2013 ..la cuisine est très bien équipée (Translation: The kitchen is very well equipped). BEDS: I am really surprise..the sleep comfort is a BIG POINT to me in order to ensure to my guests a really relaxing vacation. That's why the double bed room and the children room as well have got beds with slatted and comfortable orthopedich mattresses (with a mite protection): Please read: La maison est bien équipée, les lits très confortables (29-ago-2012).I am plannig to change both SOFAS until april 2015.
THE BATHROOM is small but as far as I know, it should be OK. Thank you for your remarks, I will let check the shower.
Vielen Dank! Ihr seid auch tolle Gäste gewesen!
La casa è in ottima posizione con bellissimo panorama; le spiagge possono essere raggiunte anche a piedi; meglio comunque disporre di un mezzo di trasporto; ho molto apprezzato il giardino, che si trova intorno all'abitazione e le verande esterne; la cucina è attrezzata anche con il forno a microonde.
We are a family from Sweden. We spent a week in House Erica 1C, a fantastic location with an amazing view. The walk to the closest beach (Baia di Nelson) is very nice and takes just a few minutes (also my 5 years old could manage twice a day). This beach is like a little paradise (with just a few local "summer tourist" that knows how to behave in a public beach setting.. clean, welcoming etc etc). We loved this place very much! My family will definitely come back.
Amazing view from one of the two terraces. Sizeable terraces are great for small children as there is always shade on one of the two. The house is basic, but well equipped and clean. Sofia is very helpful and quick in responding.
Thank you Claudette! It was great to host you and your friends!!
In Porto Rafael all street names and house numbers are missing in order to protect privacy and maintain a quiet atmosphere.
!! OF CORSE if you book the House, you will reiceive all informations you need to reach it !!