Villa
Carmen is one of Capri's finest addresses. The waterfront property is steeped in
history and the only villa on the island with direct access to the sea. The
property boasts a private dock and STUNNING sea views. The interiors of Villa
Carmen are of the highest standard; bright, spacious and truly sumptuous -
suitable for the most discerning of guests. According to the locals, composer Bizet was so inspired
by the sounds of the sea whilst staying here that he composed one of his most
famous pieces of work; the Opera 'Carmen'. Villa Camen is sure to take your
breath away. House
manager staff and concierge service included in the rental. Air-con in
bedrooms.
This unique villa
sits directly above the shore line, immersed in greenery, Mediterranean plants
and terraces. The property is built above the former villa Palatium or The Palace by the Sea, of Roman Emperor
Caesar Augusts. Some of the original villa’s remains can still be seen from
parts of the property.
THE
GARDEN, BOAT PIER, & PRIVATE SEA ACCESS
The entrance to the villa leads, on one side, directly
into the immaculate, private garden. To the left lies the main entrance
escorting you in to a majestic hall. To the right lies the wide, English garden
with paved alleyways groomed with natural stone and stone sculptures. The
gardens scenery changes according to the season and the area abounds with pine,
oak, & palm trees, Magnolia, palm trees, Camelie, and flower beds; a lemon grove and large
terracotta pots are planted with flowers. The garden also boasts great external
lighting and an audio system. A second level of the garden holds a lovely
vegetable garden offering villa guests the best of the seasons fresh vegetables,
matured naturally under the Mediterranean Sun; tomatoes, eggplants,
courgettes, fresh herbs, basil, and
hot peppers to name just a few.
A lovely area in the
garden is the large, marble paved terrace facing the sea and offering the best
views out onto the bay of Naples. The terrace is furnished with iron cast
tables, lounge chairs, and benches where guests can enjoy the silent sounds of
the sea below and listen with pleasure to the boats silently passing by the
waterfront from the Grotta Azzurra. Here one can truly admire the wonders of
nature while enjoying its peace and quiet. A large round table with chairs and a
second, rectangular table with chars, as well as several smaller tables with
chairs and benches make up super comfortable garden seating areas and more than
enough space for outdoor dining for the largest of groups. An easy, panoramic,
and comfortable pedestrian path of about 150 steps leads from the garden down to
the sea, passing through a pleasant, shaded wooded area filled with olive trees
and Mediterranean herbs. The path leads to a private sundeck, platform, and boat
dock. The area is furnished with lounge chairs, umbrellas, & beach towels
and cold drinks and snacks can be stocked in the refrigerator and kitchenette
located a t sea level. Staff can serve lunch here as well.
PROPERTY
DETAILS:
The Villa Carmen
complex consists of two connecting buildings, extending over two floors. The
first area, referred to as The Landlords Residence blends naturally into
the Saloni al Mare or Lounges on the Sea, consisting of large,
common areas where all the villas guests can unite. Wide lounges with marble
floors, vaulted ceilings, antique crystal lamps, important pieces of antique
furniture, and renowned works of art reflect the owner's sophisticated taste as
a true art lover and expert.
GROUND
FLOOR:
The elegant entrance
door welcomes guests into the main hall. A warm welcome is given by the elegant
and majestic hall lined with a black and white marble floor and lined with
decorative mirrors. A modern art sculpture reflects the mixture of antique and
modern, which characterize the setting of the entire villa. Antique mirrors with
crystal wall lamps create a lovely contrast between modern and antique, as seen
throughout the entire property. Upon walking through the hall, one enters into
the living area furnished with marble tables. Sofas and various pockets for
reading and relaxation, all arranged around the large fireplace, allows you to
enjoy important pieces of history and art such as the one-of-a-kind mosaics
hanging on the walls depicting the era of Roman Pompei. A corridor with a
glass-door opening on to the left side, towards a terrace area behind the villa,
takes you to the lemon trees from where you can enjoy a view out onto the
hillside. The left side of the corridor leads to the bedroom and kitchen
areas.
One of the most
pleasant areas of the villa is the large, circular shaped, elegant library.
Here, you truly feel like you are immersed in a special atmosphere which
characterizes the villa's history. The warm colours of the entire area is a
contrast against the black marble floor. The library boasts a relaxation area
comfortably furnished with sofas, benches with cushions, couches, and as marble
topped table. A great selection of books are at guest's disposal and the
oriental carpet collects the colours which characterize the library. The ambient
is furnished with built-in marble columns, 2 large antique terracotta vases,
antique mirrors, and a large marble fireplace that completes its aristocratic
style and creates a space dedicated to reading. The room also boasts several
balcony areas which opens out to the back of the villa.
Five steps down from
the main level is a corridor which leads to five of the nine double bedrooms.
These five, double bedrooms all enjoy important antiques and accent pieces, such
as large, Chinese porcelain vases, fragments of antique Roman statues, and
mosaic decor set into the marble floor and antique mirrors. Some of the bedrooms
boast wrought-iron, baldachin beds and important paintings of modern art and all
enjoy the comfort of en-suite, hand tiled bathrooms with, towel dryers,
hairdryers, and either a shower box or bathtub.
Rose
-First bedroom:
Located four steps up
from the main corridor, the first bedroom is a double with baldachin bed and
terracotta tile floor. The room is furnished with two wood benches, a wardrobe,
and a writing desk with chair; en-suite bathroom with white tiles and shower
box.
Flora
-Secondbedroom:
French bed with hand
painted wall décor by a well known Italian Artist, tiled floor, and built-in
wardrobe; en-suite bathroom with white tiles and bathtub.
Bianca
-Third bedroom:
Baldachin
wrought-iron double bed, terracotta tile floors, and a wardrobe. Access from the
bedroom through a set of French doors out to a small courtyard. En-suite
bathroom with an open shower.
Alexandre-
Fourth bedroom:
Iron double bed, tile
floors and wardrobe. Access from the bedroom through French doors out to a small
courtyard. En-suite bathroom with shower box.
Marie
-Fifth bedroom:
Baldachin
wrought-iron double bed and wardrobe. Access from the bedroom through a French
door out to a small courtyard. Small en-suite bathroom with shower.
The end of the
corridor brings you, to the left, to a natural, stone wall, once part of an
authentic Anglo-French fort. On the left side lays a sliding glass door leading
out to a courtyard with potted greenery and six white columns. Three steps up
lies the service area with the laundry. The end of the corridor, to the right,
leads to the main dining room. To enter the dining room means to enter one of
the most elegant common areas in the entire villa. The bright and full of
natural light dining room encompasses the villas indoor dining area. As soon as
you enter, your sight is captured by a Lapis Lazuli octagonal table, seating 8.
Marble columns, beautiful paintings, crystal lamps, one working fireplace, and a
large glass door with an enchanting sea view fill this elegant space. Two French
doors open onto a terrace facing directly above the sea, while a door leads to
the living room which does not lack style and atmosphere. Newly redecorated in
minimalist-decor the living room boasts vaulted ceilings with stucco decor,
black and white marble floors, beautiful candelabra and a crystal lamp. Sofas
and armchairs and glass tables make for comfortable seating in front of the
fireplace, while two large windows with great sea views and two French doors
open out onto the terrace. Beautiful paintings, pieces of modern art and a
large, grand piano complete the decor of this prestigious living area.
To the right hand
lies a traditional, industrial kitchen, laid out over two areas. The first area
enjoys a sink, a six range stove top, large oven, microwave oven, work table,
refrigerator and freezer, and an electrical coffee machine. The second area
enjoys a double-sink and a dishwasher. The garden lays right outside the
kitchen.
FIRST
FLOOR:
The first floor and
its four luxurious suites can be reached from either the hall, the main
corridor, or from the garden. 15 steps lead from the hall along a marble
staircase up to the first two suites.
Violetta
-The master Suite:
The large,
contemporary suite boasts two wide, panoramic windows overlooking the garden,
offering its guests an amazing sea view. A Baldachin double bed, chaise lounge,
small table, writing desk with chair, and working fireplace add to the vaulted
ceiling, large mirror, antique furniture, and crystal lamp which complete the
elegance of the master suite. The suite boasts a large, en-suite bathroom with
walls in mother of pearl, marble floors, and a bathtub adorned by red
marble.
Alfredo
-Second Suite:
Reachable up 19 steps
from the garden, lies the second suite with a double bed. Two French doors
facing the garden offer unique sea views and the suite boasts dark red, marble
floors, vaulted ceilings, crystal lamps, and a writing desk. There is a private,
external bathroom with access from the wardrobe area of the suite. The bath
enjoys white hand-made tile floors and a largeshower.
Margherita-
Third Suite:
Accessible up 19
steps from the courtyard, the third suite enjoys a small living area with
terracotta tile floors, 2 sofas, and several couches. There is a window facing
the courtyard and vaulted ceilings abound, while a crystal lamp, ample closet
and en-suite bathroom with white tile floors and shower box finish the
decor.
Duval
-Fourth Suite:
Accessible up 25
steps from the ground floor lies the fourth suite featuring a small living area
with sofa andwriting desk. There is a bedroom with a Baldachin double bed, an
authentic, antique stove with ceramic tiles, imported from Germany. A window in
the suite faces the lovely lemon grove behind of the house. There is a built-in
wardrobe and a black and white marble bathroom four steps up and boasting a
bathtub and a large mirror.
Access:
The
villa is easily reached by a walking path of 150 meters.
Features
& Amenities
Air
conditioned bedrooms
· Heating
system
· Fireplace
· TV
· DVD
player
· Telephone
· Internet
access
· Library
· Book
collection
· Grand
piano
· Hair
dryers
· Laundry
facility
· Kitchen:
o Stove
o Oven
o Microwave
o Work
table
o Fridge
o Coffee
machine
o Dishwasher
Outdoor
Features
· Outdoor
kitchenette
· Outdoor
furniture
· Outdoor
living room
· Audio
system
· Outdoor
lighting
· Vegetable
garden
· Alfresco
dining
· Private
dock (suitable for small tenders only)
Staff
& Services Included:
· Gardener
· Housekeeper
· Arrival/Departure
porter service
· Daily
continental breakfast
· Lunch
or dinner cook service
· Lunch
or dinner waiting service
· Linen
change twice a week
· Villa
Manager for 8 hours (4 hours in the morning, 4 hours in the
afternoon)
At
Extra Cost – advance notice may be required:
Villa
pre-stocking
· Event
fee
· Adventure
activities
· Additional
chef an waiting service
· Cost
of food
· Additional
porter service
Villa
Policies
Maximum
18 guests
· Children
welcome
· Non-smoking
villa
· Pets
are not allowed
· Wedding/Social
events accepted
Getting
There
· Trasfers
available
· No
rental cars are permitted on the island
Location
· 150
steps to sea
