Down a small laneway buried in the Italian countryside of Massa Lubrense, just a short drive from the beach at Marina del Cantone and the timeless glamour of the Amalfi Coast, you will find a true taste of la dolce vita in a home that embodies many of the things we love most about Italy. Comprised of two self-contained buildings, each with its own kitchen, living area, and bedrooms – thereby making it an ideal home for extended family and friends groups of up to twelve people or sets of couples who want to enjoy time together as well as moments of quiet quality time – the home successfully manages to mix rustic Italian charm with modern convenience and a sense of serenity within its peaceful, calming surroundings that inspire you to slow down and appreciate the little things in life. Will today be for lounging by the pool, feeling the sun’s rays warm your face as the day takes on a hazy, almost Botticelli-esque quality and the scent of the ancient lemon grove which surrounds the property perfumes the air with its heady citrus scent? Or perhaps today is the day for setting off on one of the numerous paths that criss-cross the verdant landscapes of this unspoilt peninsula, stopping along the way to admire spectacular vistas encompassing everything from rows of olive trees to pastel-hued villages and distant sailboats bobbing on the glittering Gulf of Naples. Or maybe the pull of the coast is simply too strong to resist, and you’ll find yourself making the nine-kilometre drive towards sublime Sorrento and its cobbled streets, exuberant piazzas, and views of the famed Mount Vesuvius. The emblematic Sorrentine peninsula – from Positano and Amalfi to Naples, Mount Vesuvius, and Capri – lies right on your doorstep. No matter what the day brings, as evening rolls around and a silken cloak of purples, oranges, and pinks begins to settle over the villa, you may feel the pull of something else – that being an ice-cold beer or tangerine-coloured Aperol Spritz in the garden. Make your way through carefully planted flowers and herbs, your stepping-stone path lighted by intricate Moroccan-style lamps that lead the way across the lawn to a dining area complete with pizza oven, barbecue, and table seating for 12 under the beautiful pergola for an authentic Italian dining experience. Home truths: *Please note that this home consists of two separate buildings connected by a pathway through the garden, one of which has two bedrooms, another with three *At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area *Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay *There’s free parking for up to four cars on the driveway *The swimming pool is only available for use between 1st April and 30th October *The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times *There is a pizza oven in the smaller of the two kitchens, and another in the outside barbecue area *High chair available for free upon request