Secret Garden, villa for two on the Amalfi Coast

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Italian coastal gem

Prepare to be amazed when you experience the incredible view from this unique gay owned villa, perched on a rocky ledge, on the Amalfi coast. Picturesque gardens, the sparkling Mediterranean and craggy coastal paths on the property’s doorstep make this accommodation an idyllic romantic getaway. This uniquely designed villa that sleeps two – with a ceiling made of glass bricks – is an architectural gem to be treasured.

The Location

In the hamlet of Nocelle, 450 meters above sea-level and just 5km away (or 1800 steps) from Positano on Italy’s most famous shoreline, the Amalfi coast, Secret Garden is ideally located for everything this celebrated area has to offer. Nocelle itself, surrounded by a natural park reserve and on the ‘Walk Of The Gods’ hiking trail, has two restaurants and a shop, but once you’ve walked down the private stone staircase surrounded by olive, lemon and fig trees, to the villa, you’ll feel miles away from anywhere.

The Amalfi coast, a legendary chosen destination of artists, poets, musicians and film stars since the 1950s, encompasses the towns of Positano, Praiano, Amalfi, Sorrento and Ravello, where you’ll discover Michelin-starred restaurants, designer shops, art galleries and wonderful bars in which to sit, drink and watch the world go by.

For day trips, Sorrento is 18.5km away and Pompei, 36km. There’s a taxi service and a Sita bus service too. The closest international airport is Naples, which is approx 60km away, from which from which Giuseppe Bonaduce, your on-site concierge, can arrange transfers for a car-free holiday in Italy.

What We Like
Facilities
The Owners

Having such an amazing view of the sea and the coastline makes this property magical
The flowing design and the thoughtful interiors, compliment the environment perfectly; stunning, calming and romantic
Waking up to the sound of birdsong and having a morning coffee on the terrace watching the birds swoop and dive along the coastal paths and out to sea, is a memory to store up for rainy days back home
The fact that you feel completely secluded from the rest of the world is ideal, yet you’re close to the bustling town of Positano if you crave an evening out
Giuseppe has boundless local knowledge and can help you get the most out of your days spent hiking. He can also advise on local restaurants.
The interesting glass bricked ceilings make the property light, airy and cheerful

The house comprises an open living space which includes a living area with open fire, sleeping area and kitchen, all under a spectacular glass roof
If you wish to write or work, there’s a study with desk and bookcase and views overlooking the sea. The house has Wifi
Also with sea-views, the kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, oven, fridge-freezer
Large outdoor living area with a hammock, table, chairs and loungers
Separate bathroom with shower
Laundry area with washing machine
Available to rent between May 15th and October 31st

The eminently charming, multi-lingual, owner, Richard Fowler, came to Nocelle in the early 1980s, when he was working as an artistic director in Denmark. He fell in love with the area and moved to Nocelle permanently. He designed and built, The Secret Garden, with local craftsmen, and rents it out for part of the year.