Villa l'Alta
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- Spacious contemporary villa
- Stunning sea views
- Private saltwater plunge pool
- Restaurants/shops 10-minute drive
- Beach 10-minute drive
On a hillside estate, Villa l’Alta (‘The High One’) forms part of a cluster of five villas, along with Villa Doniche, Villa Vigna Maggiore, Villa Vista and Villa A Murta near the ancient village of Olmeto. This spacious one-bedroom, contemporary property enjoys stunning sea views with French windows opening out onto a delightful private terrace. From the sumptuous double bed you can gaze out over woodland and the glorious views across the Valinco Gulf.
Outside, there’s a private plunge pool built into the rocks, as well as a barbecue. The large, lawned areas of the estate help create a lovely sense of space and the villas, although neighbouring, are well spaced out giving you your privacy wherever you stay.
The tranquil, terracotta-roofed Propriano with its shops and restaurants is a 10-minute drive away and beyond that, the unspoilt beaches of the Valinco. The area is a walker’s paradise and the perfect base for exploring the area and the traditional village of Sartène nearby.
Accommodation
Layout
- 1 bedroom villa (sleeps 2)
- Open plan living/dining/kitchen with Satellite TV
- Kitchen includes full oven, kettle, fridge-freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine
- Double bedroom (160cm bed) with en-suite Italian shower room, access to terrace and pool area
- Separate WC
General
- Complimentary WiFi
- Iron, ironing board, hairdryer, pool and bath towels provided
- Integrated air-conditioning throughout
- Charcoal barbecue (charcoal not supplied)
- Private saltwater plunge pool with integrated rocks 4m x 5.5m (depth 0.20m – 1.70m) security alarm, access via steps.
- Pool is heated in May, June, September and October (pool can be heated outside of these months at a charge of £120/week and must be pre-booked in the UK)
- The villa is reached via a steep tarmac driveway and requires a reasonably confident driver
Cleaning/linen
- 1 week holidays – does not include a mid-stay clean or bed linen/towel change
- 2 week holidays – includes a light mid-stay clean and bed linen/towel change
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails. We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
Villa access times
- Check-in time – 5.00pm
- Check-out time – 9.00am
Location
- Restaurants/shops 10min drive
- Beach 10min drive
- Ajaccio 1hr 15min drive
- Figari airport 1hr 20min drive
Car hire
Car options
Based on the number of people travelling, the following hire car(s) are included in the package price of your holiday:
- 2 guests – 1 Group B, Ford Fiesta or similar*
* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with no excess charge. For this particular destination, the undercarriage are not included in the cover.
Car specification
Group B – 4 seats, 1 large and 1 small suitcase*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group C – Seat Leon or similar, 5 seats, 2 large and 1 small suitcase *
Group D – Seat Arona or similar, 5 seats, 3 large suitcases *
Group F – Ford Mondeo or similar, 5 seats, 3 large suitcases*
Group H – Jeep Compass or similar, 5 seats, 3 large suitcase*
Group N – Toyota Proace – 9 seats, 1 large and 1 small suitcases*
Group O – Peugeot 5008 or similar, 5+2 seats, 2 large and 2 small suitcases*
Group E – Automatic Peugeot 3008 or similar, 5 seats, 3 large suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
Categories B, C, D, F, H, M & O can be automatic or manual, we are able to request a specific transmission but this is not guaranteed.
The only car with guaranteed Automatic transmission is Group E
If you book a Group D, F and H please note Avis can give you any car within these groups subject to availability, no specific car can be guaranteed.
A stunning villa in an amazing location, the perfect getaway....
We really enjoyed our time at Villa L’Alta. The villa is perfectly situated with good views of the coast and surrounding countryside. We made good use of the plunge pool and barbecue and had a relaxing time there. The restaurants recommended by the local rep were excellent.
This is our first time self-catering and first time in Corsica and we’ve loved every minute. Nothing has been too much trouble for Sylvain and the caretaker – the villa, its setting and the views are all wonderful. Great weather and the pool has been so fantastic. Although the beaches are wonderful we loved going up inland – Cap de Bavella is breathtaking.
First time in Corsica, first time for a fortnight’s holiday in longer than I can remember. Absolutely loved the place. The island, the people, the Gulf, the villa, the wildlife. Every morning a joy to sit breakfasting, looking at the panoramic views and the butterflies on the lavender. Made friends with the Tyrrhenian lizards – incredibly tame. Lovely beaches – especially enjoyed the one just below us with great snorkelling and Campomoro is superb.
Our third visit to Corsica with Simpson Travel and our second at the Villa L'Alta. What a fantastic villa in such a beautiful location.
Outstanding! Villa – class. Views – beautiful. Beaches – Campomoro. Weather – glorious sunshine all week. Also enjoyed watching kite, lizards and butterflies. Many thanks to Sylvain and Simpson. We’ll be back.
This has been our second stay here and third in Corsica. We have manged to find something new on each visit. This year’s gem was a drive up into the mountains on the D575 and D69 – fabulous views and lots of wildlife…it was a magical trip. We managed to pack in trips to Bonifacio, Porto Vecchio and Ajaccio. We also visited Filitosa – another first for us and well worth the visit. It was so lovely to just chill by the pool that we spent a lot of the time there, making use of the cool plunge pool when it got just too hot! We’ve loved being here again, enjoyed the local flora and fauna.
Stating the obvious – what a fantastic view and beautiful villa. Perfectly appointed! Ate out at La source in Olmeto, very good and friendly. Ate in 4 nights – fantastic relaxing afternoons and evenings. Visited many beautiful, quiet, unspoilt beaches, favourites are Campomoro and Perte Pollo. Great lunches at U Spuntino in Campomoro, La Cirque at Abbartello, Corsair at the end of Propriano road. A fantastic first week in Corsica with Zena, Sylvain and Simpson Travel. Hope it’s not the last. What a huge island – probably have to choose another area next time.
Our first visit to Corsica and it hasn’t disappointed us at all. View – spectacular, villa equally as good. Ate out three evenings (twice at La Source) and had a barbecue four nights out of seven! The villa has been equipped with everything we needed so why not sit and enjoy that view! Loved the fort at Bonifacio and a road trip into the mountains to Allene and Quenza – not for the faint-hearted if you’re scared of heights – but spectacular nonetheless. We will be back. Thank you Robin and Simpson.
This is the best view from a bed we’ve had in a long time! We did a lot of walks, hired a boat, Cupabia beach is wonderful. Had a lovely time.
Incredible week, very chilled, never got tired of the view. Barbecue six nights out of the seven! Definitely check out La Source in Olmetto. Great food, incredible views, not too pricey. Enjoy!
Villa l'Alta is a lovely modern villa with breath-taking views over The Valinco. To wake up in the morning and see those views from your bed is quite something.
We went to Corsica with high expectations and were not disappointed. The villa was as stunning as the photos led us to believe and Zena, our Simpson Travel rep, was excellent. All information was spot-on and we will certainly investigate other destinations that Simpson Travel has on offer.
This was our second visit to this lovely villa. We have certainly made the most of the view, barbeque and lovely pool. The highlight of our holiday was seeing a baby hawk on the rocks at the top of the swimming pool. I hope that we will be back here for a third visit soon!
This was our second visit to Corsica with Simpson Travel and we had a wonderful time in the stunning Villa l'Alta. Waking up to the breathtaking views across the bay, followed by breakfasts on the terrace, watching eagles and kites flying overhead – all heralded days of visiting the many sights and experiences that Corsica has to offer; or simply lazing by the beautiful plunge pool in the sun.
What can we say about this beautiful villa and its surroundings that hasn’t already been said? We ate breakfast every morning sitting on the terrace, watching eagles and kites soaring overhead. The plunge pool has been a joy – cooling our sun-baked feet. We have loved going out to explore the area – but have loved coming back to relax by and in the pool just as much. Thank you Simpson Travel – another fabulous villa in Corsica.
Really enjoyed our week at Villa l’Alta! Fantastic weather, fantastic view and a fantastic island. We enjoyed the local beaches, all gorgeous! We also enjoyed a trip into the mountains and a day trip to Bonifacio. We haven’t eaten out much, we preferred to eat in with the magnificent views and brilliant local rosé. Enjoy your stay here!
Our choice of Corsican properties is as diverse as the island itself, ranging from simple seaside charm to genuine luxury and style. Much of our portfolio is privately owned, and price alone is therefore not a universal guide. We contract all our accommodation in person, and each property has its individual appeal. To help you make the right choice based on your own priorities, we have devised a simple grading guide to be considered in conjunction with each individual property description, awarding up to a maximum of five stars for the below categories.
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The Gulf of Valinco makes for an inspiring holiday destination – and not just for the wonderful beaches. Propriano is one of the oldest island resorts, its marina lined with cafés and restaurants. South lies Campomoro and, to the north, in the folds of the Taravo Valley, stand the menhirs of Filitosa. Inland, you’ll find the mountain villages of the Alta Rocca, below the Bavella Peaks. And don’t miss the ancient capital of the south, Sartène, a favourite with wine buffs.
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