Saturday, October 2, 2010

Home away from home: Villa Il Gioiello, Sorrento


In 1970, Count Mario Caracciolo of Nicastro, the last descendent of the prestigious Neapolitan Caracciolo family, decided to relocate to beautiful Sorrento. Enamored by the princely beauty of the Villa Il Gioiello, "Jewel Villa," he bought the property, refurnished it, and even resided there, personalizing the space over the years with his own furniture and possessions.
Although the villa was refurnished in modern décor, the atmosphere reflects the presence of the Caracciolo family’s historical roots. Harmoniously situated among a beautiful garden and tall trees within the cultural centre of Sorrento, the Villa Il Gioiella Sorrento provides an ideal relaxation retreat.
Guests can visit the Museo Correale, the famous Piazza Angelina Lauro, the main city square Piazza Tasso, and overlook the harbor and the ancient valley of Surrentum, all just a pleasant 500 meter stroll away.
The villa offers five guest rooms and can accommodate up to twelve adults. Standard guest room amenities include LCD plasma satellite television, radio alarm clock, air-conditioning, wireless internet, and personal safes. The villa provides a multi-lingual staff and also offers a continental breakfast served in the comfort room, a gym, solarium, and outdoor swimming pool with free sun loungers and towels.

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