Bella Vista - 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 people
Private pool, terrace, garden, television, lovely sea views, beach nearby, water sports

With superb sea views over Baracci beach and the bay towards Propriano, Bella Vista is a spacious, comfortable family house, with large private pool and sun terraces.

Designed for comfortable living, the large main living room is bright and airy, with no less than four sets of sliding patio doors. At one end is the fully equipped kitchen with full oven and hob, microwave, American style fridge-freezer, washing machine and dishwasher and an island worksurface which separates it from the dining area which has been furnished with a unique table crafted from polished granite and teak. At the other end is the living room which again has been furnished with an eye to style and comfort. There are two leather sofas where you can sit and watch the sun set over the bay, and a television should you ever tire of the view. A corridor from the main room leads to a separate toilet and family bathroom with bath and shower. There are three bedrooms in all - two with standard double beds and master bedroom with king-size bed, and all of them boasting plenty of built in cupboard space and beautiful wooden floors. Two of the bedrooms also have large sliding doors giving direct access to the terrace and pool, and sea views through the surrounding olive trees.

Outside, guests have private access to the property which is not overlooked. There is a driveway and space to park two or three cars. The large pool measures 9.25 x 4.25m and has contra current jets for the more energetic who may want to swim lengths or even indulge in a spot of aqua aerobics! Access to the pool is via roman steps which make it ideal for children as they can sit and play without getting out of their depth. There are wooden decked terraces on two sides of the house and a superb panoramic view framed by ancient olive trees and overlooking the bay. Beyond the pool is a small area of garden.

Designed and built from scratch by a local craftsman, Bella Vista makes the most of its natural advantages and uses solar power as well as traditional methods. The house has been very well insulated so it is fresh and cool during the summer, and warm during the winter, making it equally suitable for those who may like to visit out of season. There is a local artisanale boulangerie just a few minutes away where you can buy traditional hand baked breads and sometimes croissants and pastries, as well as a little shop for the essentials. During the summer, takeaway pizzas can be made to order and cooked in a traditional outdoor pizza oven - delicious!

The Plage de Baracci and the thermal baths of the same name are just a short drive away, but the stunning beaches of Campomoro, Cappiciolo and even Porto Pollo are all within easy reach of Bella Vista. Not to be missed is an evening at the Auberge San Ghjuvani. During the summer, they often host 'Corsican Nights' where you will be served several copious portions of traditional Corsica fayre such as free-range veal, snails and cannelloni stuffed with Brocciu (a creamy sheep's cheese with a very distinctive flavour) accompanied by A Capella singing.

The beaches in this area are glorious, from the shallow gentle waters of Campomoro which are ideal for children, to picturesque rocky coves where huge granite boulders act as natural dividers, and children will love catching the little fish that make their home in the resulting rock pools. However, the Valinco has a lot more to offer visitors than just beautiful beaches. For the more adventurous, there are a whole host of water sports and mountain activities on offer from diving, sailing and boat trips to horse-riding and even parachuting! The picturesque peaks of Les Aiguilles de Bavella (Bavella Needles) are an awe-inspiring area of granite spikes rising high above the ground. A walker's paradise, Bavella is worth a visit just for the scenery and keen photographers will not be disappointed! For those who prefer to take it easy, Propriano's bustling waterfront marina is the ideal place to enjoy refreshing drink in one of the many cafes lining the harbour, or sample some of the fresh fish caught that morning.

Linen is included in the price of the rental.

For more information about Propriano and the Valinco, click HERE For general information about Corsica, or other regions, click HERE For a detailed map of Corsica, click HERE Pool ............................. Beach .......................... Shops/Restaurants ...... Area / Airport ............... Linen ........................... Arrival day ...................   Yes (9.25 x 4.25m) 1.6km Bakers 1km, or Propriano 3km South - Figari or Ajaccio Included SUNDAYS

Bookings and further information: e-mail: contact@directcorsica.com. For your convenience, payments for this property can be made in sterling via directCorsica Ltd.

Beach: 1.6km; Shops/restaurants: 3km; Main town: Propriano 3km; Airport: Figari 62km; Car hire: Essential

PRICES 2008/9 - prices shown are per week

Dates	Amount
	2-3 people	4-6 people
After 28 September 2008	1250 €	1250 €
~ ~ ~ PRICES 2009 ~ ~ ~
6 April - 30 May	1455 €	1650 €
31 May - 27 June	2050 €	2235 €
28 June - 25 July	3215 €	3415 €
26 July - 30 August	3675 €	3885 €
31 August - 3 October	2050 €	2245 €
After 4 October	1450 €	1650 €
Refundable Security/Breakage deposit	£750 by cheque

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