Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta
This newly renovated villa is surrounded by beautiful private gardens and high hedges. Lovely shady terraces to enjoy alfresco dining, roof terrace for sunbathing. Just a 3 minute walk to market and beach!
The space
The weathered, Indonesian antique gate leads you through the garden and up to the main entrance of Villa Olivia. The combined lounge and dining area has large french doors, letting you enjoy the comfort of this area while still admiring the wonderful gardens, and over the hedge tops to the glittering sea (great should you be in the villa during the cooler months of the summer). While pale marble floors and white-washed walls remind you you're in the Mediterranean, the stylish furnishings and fittings give the villa an artistic air. The kitchen is contemporary and fun to cook in– stainless steel units gleam and invite the most hesitant of cooks to have a go! Oven, gas hob, dishwasher refrigerator are the standard equipment, and there's a door that leads out of the kitchen onto the terrace that surrounds the whole villa.
Leading from one side of the lounge area is the master double bedroom with ensuite bath and on the other side of the lounge is a curving open granite stair taking you down to a further king bedroom with ensuite bath, and a twin bedroom or queen with bath.
The fabulous terrace that surrounds Villa Olivia is furnished with comfortable lounging and dining furniture, and for those avid sun-worshippers there's a private roof terrace with views of the sea, Maddalena, and nearby mountains where you can catch the rays at all times of the day.
Other things to note-
There is a little market just a three minute walk from the Villa, plus a coffee shop and beautiful piazzetta with beach and shopping and dining during high season. Palau is a small port city located ten minutes from Porto Rafael. It is where you can find large supermarkets, a pharmacy, restaurants, shopping and tourist information. Porto Pollo is about 15 minutes away for windsurfing, sailing and great stretches of beach. The ferry for Bonifacio, Corsica leaves from Santa Teresa (a 25 minute drive) and is definitely worth seeing!
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Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 4829268
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Porto Rafael
Located in Palau, this holiday home is near the beach. Spiaggia di Nelson and Talmone Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Salty Wind and Aquadream. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Is Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$1,219, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pristine, family-friendly, gardens, terrace, walk to beach/piazzetta located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Spiaggia di Nelson and Monte Altura Fortress. La Sciumara Beach and Talmone Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Villa magnifique idéalement située vue sur l’archipel de la Maddalena
Tout confort très bien équipée avec un ameublement atypique
Seul bémol manque d’éclairage dans certaines pièces
Last July we spent three weeks at this property and they were the best three weeks we have spent since we started vacationing in Porto Rafael 10 years ago! The villa is centrally located, yet quiet. It is decorated with great taste and comes with everything you need for a most enjoyable stay. Check-in and check-out are impeccably provided by a local service. We will definetly be back!
Maison magnifique, très bel environnement, nous avons passé un très bon moment en Sardaigne !
Pascale E.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kla R.
30 October 2018
Luxuriöses wunderbar. Wir waren 3 Paare und hatten Platz und Raum
Sehr gut
kla R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Ninette Mesdag
During the year I dream of Sardegna and my villa by the sea. I discovered Porto Rafael because friends from Milano invited me to come on vacation with them and see their favorite place in the world. That was 30 years ago!
Why they chose this property
I bought this property after enjoying many summers in Porto Rafael with friends. By then I knew I wanted something that felt safe for my children, yet contemporary and comfortable for us; a place where we could have peace and privacy, where kids could play freely, where we could enjoy all of our meals al fresco, lounge in the shade or bask in the sun, quickly run to a market if we needed more pasta, meet a friend for coffee nearby, or walk to the beach for a swim. This property had it all! And now, the villa has recently been completely renovated.
What makes this property unique
There is a freshness, openness, and serenity about Villa Olivia that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. Special architectural details and unique design elements will surprise and delight you!