Villa Violette, Porto Ercole, Tuscany, Italy Vacation Rental

Enchanting villa with breathtaking views of the sea nested on the hills of the gated estate “Sbarcatello”, just short walk away from famous resort il Pellicano with its exquisite spa and a Michelin starred restaurant, this villa location assures total privacy. The villa interior design was recently reformulated bringing out a modern synthesis of antique furniture, unique pieces from 160’ and contemporary art.

Strolling on the harbour of Porto Ercole - one of the most characteristics of Argentario - even today one can find fishermen with rough hands busy preparing nets and fishing equipment. Porto Ercole is also a favourite for celebrities, sport stars and politics are racing to moor their yachts in Cala Galera and enjoying a destination that is ultra-chic.

Experience the pleasure of getting lost in the maze of tiny streets, squares, colourful houses, stairways and panoramic spots from which admiring the stunning sea of Argentario. All around there are sixteenth-century Spanish forts: Forte Filippo, the Fortress, Forte Stella, which one can climb to observe the horizon of Porto Ercole.

If you love shopping find the many buildings that have been converted into studios and craft shops where you can buy local food and wine but also jewellery, clothes and souvenirs.

Porto Santo Stefano is the main city of the Argentario and a popular destination. Today its versatile style blends the soul of the old harbour and the picturesque lanes with the flair of a glamorous tourist destination, full of refined boutiques and trendy restaurants. The two ports around which the life of the city rotates well represent this dualism.

The commercial port, a departure destination for the Giglio and the Giannutri islands, is still a place of the past, with fishing fleets on display and shipwrights who refurbish sailboats and motorboats. The second port is the small Pilarella with the Promenade of the Navigators designed by the inspiration of Giugiaro, where one can stop for a drink and a candlelight dinner overlooking the sea.

At the end of the marina there is Piazza dei Rioni, considered by many the “salotto buono” (the la-crème-de-la- crème -social-living-room) of Porto Santo Stefano, with its bars and restaurants with panoramic view.

Lovers of contemporary art will love the Garden of Tarocchi and the garden of Daniel Spoerri. The Giardino of Tarocchi at Capalbio was realized in 17 by the French sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle and inspired by the Parco Guell in Barcelona. Inside this marvel of art, there are 22 majestic statues representing 22 Tarocchi cards set in a succession of art and nature that completes the presentation. In the 10s the Swiss artist, Daniel Spoerri, brought to fruition a garden of environmental art. This garden is located 80 kilometres from Siena and today it features 103 works by 50 different artists.

A few minutes by boat from the Argentario we find the famous seven islands of the Tuscan Arcipelago. All of them are characterized by possessing an intact nature and waters which are the most limpid in Tuscany and Italy. This oasis is protected by the World Wildlife Fund. It offers visitors a vast gamma of natural spectaculars. In winter—probably the best time to visit it—thousands upon thousands of birds stop over on their journeys along their migratory routes. The same birds, including the very rare Cavaliere d’Italia that inspired the artist Fulco Pratesi, fight to stay alive in this area that has become a protected reserve especially for them.

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Children welcomed

No pets

No smoking

No events

Rates vary depending on time of year

High season and holiday rates are higher

Local taxes/fees: €680 per week

50% down to book

Balance due 60 days prior

Please bring proof of identification

Travel insurance recommended

All bookings are final

Rates and fees subject to change without notice