Villa Califano is an exceptionally luxurious villa in the heart of Sorrento within walking distance of all the local amenities including the beach, tennis court, shops, restaurants and bars. The surrounding area overlooks the Gulf of Naples, ideal for relaxing afternoons in the southern Italian sunshine. The villa was purchased in 1970 by the Count de Mario Caracciolo, a lover of all things beautiful. He went on to decorate the villa with beautiful paintings, sculptures and antiques making it into the glamorous and luxurious villa that it is today. With five sumptuous double bedrooms and five bathrooms, plus an adjacent annexe apartment, the villa can comfortably accommodate up to fourteen guests. There are multiple spaces for relaxing with the large spacious sitting rooms and a dining room, all of which lend themselves as the perfect venue for hosting family meals, enjoying activities together and creating long lasting memories. The villa also boasts its own fully equipped gym on the lower ground floor and a private outdoor swimming pool. The unobtrusive property owner lives next door and is available to offer a wealth of knowledge about Sorrento and the surrounding area. Three hours of daily maid service and laundry washing are also included during your stay. For those in search of a villa in the heart of Sorrento, its hard not to find a more idyllic location than Villa Califano. The beach is only a short walk away and all the highlights of Sorrento, including the Museo Correale di Terranova and the historic town centre, are within walking distance. Additionally, Sorrento is an ideal starting point for visiting many other well-known Italian places including the island of Capri and towns of Ischia, Pompeii and Positano. #### Features 1) Villa only (10 guests) 2) Villa + Annexe (14 guests) Villa Interiors - Large entrance hall - Fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer with ice machine, dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, juicer and blender - Large sitting room with sofas, armchairs and piano - Formal dining room with white stone dining table - Open plan living dining room with wooden dining table, fireplace, sofas and plasma screen TV - Private study/library - Gym with treadmill, cycling machine and weight machine - Guest toilet - Double bedroom with air conditioning and en-suite bathroom with shower, Jacuzzi bath, basin and WC - Double bedroom with air conditioning and en-suite shower room - Double bedroom with air conditioning and shared bathroom - Double bedroom with air conditioning and shared bathroom - Double bedroom with air conditioning and en-suite shower room Annexe - Double bedroom - Living room with double sofa-bed and TV and kitchenette with microwave, oven, coffee machine and dishwasher - Bathroom with shower Outside Grounds - Swimming pool (6m x 3m, depth: 1.2m), open approximately April to October - Large terrace with covered dining area and reclining sun loungers - Outdoor shower - Gas barbecue - Gated grounds - Private parking space Facilities - Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Central heating - Satellite flat LCD TV - Stereo system - Washing machine - Tumble dryer - Hairdryer - Iron and ironing board #### Location The coastal town of Sorrento is drenched in sunshine and boasts old world charm with cobbled pavements and breath-taking views of Mount Vesuvius and Naples. The central square, Piazza Tasso, branches off into winding alleyways abundant with boutique shops, bars and restaurants. Admire the infinite number of historical and cultural buildings located across the town, especially the fabulous museums, bell tower, monastery and cathedral. Sorrento is ideally located with many popular sights and destinations within easy reach, so take a day trip to Pompeii, Naples or simply enjoy a drive along the beautiful Amalfi coastline.