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Cala d'Istria

Pianottoli, Corsica

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The house of the three-tiered pool

10 Guests

5 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Cala d'Istria is a beautifully finished, spacious and elegant property designed with both comfort and style in mind. Boasting amazing sea views and easy access on foot to a stretch of sandy beach, it effortlessly fulfils its brief as an extremely desirable home from home.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedExtraordinary heatable infinity pool
  • IncludedLuxurious contemporary design
  • IncludedGarden gate sea access
  • IncludedStunning views
  • IncludedExtensive grounds

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All set for a pre-prandial aperitif on the wonderful decked terrace.

© Sam Elsom for Captain & The Gypsy Kid.

Pianottoli-Caldarello bay.

The panoramic outdoor dining area overlooking the terrace, the pool and the views. © Sam Elsom for Captain & The Gypsy Kid.

A truly unique pool.

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The Area

Cala d'Istria sits on a little beach-flanked promontory on the south coast of Corsica, just over 20km northwest from Bonifacio. This section of the coast is characterised by a series of little coves and bays, many of which have lovely little sandy beaches.

A must-see for anyone staying at Cala d'Istria is Bonifacio, one of Corsica's most dramatically positioned and picturesque towns. Teetering perilously on a high cliff above the sea it offers sublime views over to Sardinia and some good restaurants and bars.

Less than an hour's drive northwest is the panoramically positioned, mediaeval town of Sartène, whose pretty labyrinth of streets gives an idea of Corsican life away from the coastline.

Heading up the east coast one comes to a series of delightful beaches, including those of Santa Giulia, Tamaricciu and Palombaggia, and Porto Vecchio, another of Corsica's many charming towns offering a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants and a nice old town centre looking over the large natural harbour.

Further afield on the west coast is the island's capital, Ajaccio, which is well worth a visit, not least so you can say that you've been to the birthplace of the great Napoleon.

Figari Sud-Corse Airport:

15km-10miles-20mins

Bastia Airport:

160km-99miles-2hr50

Ajaccio Airport:

115km-70miles-2hr10

Nearest beaches:

2 mins walk from the property (plus several others within a few mins walk).

Nearest shops and amenities:

10mins drive in Pianottoli

Bonifacio:

25km-15miles-35mins

Porto Vecchio:

32km-20miles-40mins

Sperone Golf Course:

28km-17miles-40mins

Sartène:

38km-24miles-50mins

Ajaccio:

115km-72miles-2hr20

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From the Guest Book

Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.

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Cala d'Istria is in a fabulous situation, very comfortable, and has everything you need readily available. We would return because we loved the area and want to get to know Corsica better.

Rose Armstrong September 2024

Cala d'Istria is a stunning villa with amazing views and sunsets. It was terrific to have the housekeeper in each day to clean and prep breakfast.

Anonymous July 2024

Our expectation was to relax, have great experiences. create amazing memories and be immersed in Corsican culture. Cala d'Istria far exceeded any of our expectations. It was so comfortable with all the amenities why would we leave it?

Anonymous May 2024

Incredible. One of the best experiences of my life. No kidding!

Anonymous May 2023

I have rented many luxury villas over the years and all have been wonderful but Cala d'Istria was the most wonderful house of all. Pictures do not do it justice - it is the most thoughtfully constructed house I've ever lived in, designed to take full advantage of the beautiful setting. It was absolutely paradise, unmatched in my extensive travel experience. I do not have enough superlatives in my vocabulary to describe this amazing house. The service was extraordinary. The house manager was a marvel - went so far beyond the call of duty to recommend hikes, reserve beach chairs for us at a beautiful lido, suggest restaurants, and more. She was an endless resource and completely charming in every way. I wanted to bring her home with me! The maid and her team were so lovely in every way - she brought us beautiful things for breakfast every day, and even cooked us the world's most delicious plum tart because she thought we should try it! She kept the house spotless. And the chefs - my god! I have never eaten so well in my life. Master chefs - every dinner was a masterpiece. I could go on and on! The service was magnificent throughout.

LH, United States of America September 2022

The staff at Cala d'Istria were excellent. The views are stunning as are the grounds.

Anonymous, United States of America June 2022

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