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Place:
Porto S. Stefano/Argentario
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Region:
Tuscany
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Evaluation: ****
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The promontory of Mount Argentario faces onto the sea just a short distance from the islands that form the tuscan archipelago, and the atmosphere created by this extraordinary mount is quite unique and rather special, with the sides of the hill covered partly by rocks and partly by thick vegetation, descending into the sea and forming beaches and small bays at its base. Villa Susanna lies in the residential area of Cala Piccola about 6 kms from Porto Santo Stefano, and spreads out on several levels along the rock face sheer above the sea, enjoying a beautiful panorama reaching as far as the islands of Giglio and of Giannutri. The several terraces are just like balconies above the sea, full of plants and some tall trees, and on one of these terraces lies the private swimming-pool. Down a path with about 200 steps you come to the rocks where you can jump into the clear sea using a little care, but without danger. The villa is furnished with modern furniture typical of sea-side houses, and has all the modern conveniences such as washing-machine, dishwasher and american-style fridge. The outside areas are well-furnished, and on the veranda is a large table for dining outside. Just a few minutes away by car is the bay with a pebble beach suitable also for children. A wonderful panoramic road winds round the promontory and comes to Porto Santo Stefano which with Porto Ercole are the largest towns on Argentario. Not far away are the ancient etruscan towns of Pitigliano and Sovana, and the gastronomy in the area is excellent, and so is the local wine called Morellino di Scansano.
Rome is about 140 kms away, and Florence 180 kms.
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Nearest town:
Porto Santo Stefano
Distance:
7 km
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