Villa 0390

Capri Island

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This Villa, a property full of charm, was projected and owned from the early 1950s by the Princess Clara de’ Martinis d’Aragona, one of the ancient families linked to Neapolitan events of the 17th century. The Villa was the personal retreat of Princess Clara, where she often used to host her intellectual and aristocratic friends. The property enjoys a privileged position on the celebrated island of Capri,well connected both to the key points of the island, and to the famous “Piazzetta”.This villa is the perfect venue for those seeking absolute relaxation as well as fashionable evenings out. It’s a two-level villa, elegant and airy, a place of light and silence, with a breathtaking view over the whole of the Bay of Naples. Completely surrounded by a private garden (1,000 sm.) facing the sea, filled with Mediterranean maquis,maritime pines, cypresses and olive trees, providing for plenty of shady areas to relax to the singing of birds. A new circular partially above ground pool (6 m.diameter x 1.4 m. deep), well positioned amongst laurel shrubs, overlooking the Gulf and the Vesuvius Volcano in the distance. The interiors with vault-crossed ceilings are adorned with antiques from the 18th and 19th centuryes,combined with more contemporary furniture of immaculate taste; embellished with 18th century French prints, trompe l’oeil and contemporary paintings. Beautiful surroundings of the villa include a nearby pinewood overlooking the sea, the Tiberio’s palace (an Imperial Roman archaeological site), the Federico Barbarossa Castle with the Ornythological Centre, the Mount Solaro (to reach by a chairlift), the Axel Munthe Museum. With a short walk down (15 minutes) it is possible to swim in the crystal water of the spectacular Blue Grotto, or to get tanned on exclusive beaches and clubs, eating specialties of the local cuisine.