Villa Divina -
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DETAILS:
The villa is situated on the marvelous “Costiera
Amalfitana” close to the little village of Praiano – one
of the few villages along the coast which has kept its
charm as a fishing village and at the same time has some
exclusivity because of its vicinity to Positano and the
artists who always have lived here.
The Amalfi Coast is also called the “divina” which means
divine, because it is not only one of the most beautiful
coastlines in the world but probably the only coastal
area in the Mediterranean which combines the beauty of
nature with the beauty of architecture. The “Amalfitana”
has been declared World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO and
has been protected from the building boom by its very
strict building regulations.
The Villa, a cottage, was the “dependance” of a big
estate and was used for years by its current owners, an
interior designer and an artist, as their Studio. The
house, the terraces and the gardens are situated on a
separate plot with private entrance. With floor space of
approximately 100sqm the little villa offers
accommodation for four guests and has been built
practically around the old olive trees on three garden
levels. It is so integrated into the surrounding nature,
that it is one of the few buildings along the coast
which can hardly be seen from the sea or from the road.
Down the private stairs from the coastal road (approx.
20 steps) you will reach the first garden level with the
sundeck, a roof terrace with full sun until approx. 2:30
pm and then half shadow. A few more steps down and you
reach the living area with its spacious living room, a
narrow balcony, which gives you the feeling of looking
from the railing of a ship out to the deep blue sea.
There is a small bathroom and a nice but small kitchen,
sufficiently organized for preparing light summer meals.
On the same level is a stone terrace under a shady
wisteria pergola - the open air dining room with its
antique table and chairs and the adjacent little “blue
veranda. Down a few more old stone steps you will reach
the lowest garden terrace with the bedrooms: one bedroom
with a queen sized bed and adjacent bathroom, a second
bedroom with two single beds which can also be converted
to a comfortable double bed, a bathroom with shower and
a small breakfast kitchen, which enables the early birds
to have breakfast without disturbing those who want to
get up later. The villa has a little laundry room with
washing machine and iron.
The bedrooms open onto a garden terrace. The living area
and the upper terraces have an enchanting view of the
open sea.
The villa is furnished in part with antiques and is
equipped with terrace furniture, all equipment and
linen. Towels are changed weekly but an extra change is
possible on request with a small charge. The car can be
parked on the street near the house.
The Garden
The owners describe the garden as an “esoteric garden”,
because the plants are growing undisturbed and no plant
will be changed until they live their natural life, even
if they are old and do not produce so many flowers or
fruits anymore. The 600 sqm of gardens overlooking the
blue sea create an almost subtropical impression with
the sunlight filtering through the silvery leaves of the
old olive trees, the small plants with green leaves
blooming in white-pink, violet-red and blue colors in
the vibrating hot and humid air.
Villa Divina welcomes those guests who enjoy nature and
appreciate certain esthetic values. Many very different
guests have already enjoyed staying in the house, such
as designers, writers, academics, or young couples. It
is also ideal for two couples who want to be on vacation
together, four friends, who – after a rich brunch under
the sun which filters through the pergola with its old
wisteria want to spend the day at the nearby beach, la
Praia (15 minutes walk) or on the sundeck, reading
undisturbed or just thinking in peace and enjoying the dolce far niente.
Others may go sight seeing to one of the famous places
like Capri, Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Paestum,
Sorrento, Pompei, Herculaneum or discover some not so
well known walks such as the “sentiero degli dei”- the
walk of the gods.
Click here to find some very good information on Praiano
Prices include utilities and maid services (Wed) for 3 hours. Security deposit €300. Final cleaning €100 or €150 for 2 weeks.
In the evening it is possible to prepare a simple
cosy candle-light dinner with the many good
specialties of Italian food, cheese, salads,
vegetables, delicious “prosciutto” and local
figs and melons – or have dinner in a family
owned trattoria –ristorante “Open Gate” just
three minutes walk from the villa, where the
kind owners will give you all the
information you need. Maybe on another night
you will go out for dinner at some of the
many very luxurious restaurants in Positano
or along the coast.
Unfortunately children and people with
walking difficulties cannot be accepted
because the architecture of the villa is
unsuitable and can be dangerous for them.
Services
A nice lady will receive guests and take
care of the house with 3 hours mid-week
cleaning which is included in the price.
In the village (15 minute walk) there is a
bank and post office, octor and pharmacy as
well as shops for all your daily needs.
There is a bus stop near the villa. If you
wish we can organize a driver from and to
the airport, a maid for more hours, fill the
fridge with what you need, advise you about
a boat service, shops which deliver the food
to the villa, a garage near the house,
catering for a party or give you tips for
trips or restaurants.
