Cala di Volpe, North Sardinia
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Outstanding Value
One free night for stays of 5 nights or more or two free nights for stays of 10 nights or more between 18 May - 28 Jun 12 and 09 - 20 Sep 12. Valid in Double Superior and Premium Double Sea View Rooms.
About Cala di Volpe
Set on the edge of a yacht harbour, the five star deluxe Cala di Volpe is a world-famous exclusive resort, enjoying a peaceful location overlooking a beautiful bay. Imaginatively designed to resemble a Mediterranean village, the hotel's towers, terraces and irregular rooftops blend in beautifully with a charming selection of traditional Sardinian furnishings. From the hotel's terraces, there are delightful vistas of distant mountains, pristine white-sand beaches and translucent seas, and within the spacious, carefully landscaped gardens, there is a large swimming pool. The hotel's restaurant serves excellent international cuisine, prepared from the finest local produce with the staff providing a warm, personalised service. Just 500 metres from the hotel is a secluded private beach while the resort of Porto Cervo is six miles away.Accommodation:
Double RoomsDepending on their location, these Classic Double, Superior and Premium Double guest rooms feature full or partial views of Cala di Volpe Bay and the hotel's verdant landscape of eucalyptus, juniper, and myrtle. Private balconies, furnished with rustic patio furniture typical of the regional style, create an inviting perch from which to watch the daily activities of the resort unfold.
The 28 to 35-square-metre interiors create their own visual magic. The design thread is repeated in the brilliant ceramic tile floor and the charming array of Sardinian furniture. The pure white walls are decorated by the French technique of trompe l'oeil painting?creating a charming optical illusion of three-dimensional objects and scenes that celebrate domestic life and heroes from local folklore.In addition to two deeply cushioned armchairs and a low coffee table, the seating area features a flat screen 42-inch LCD television and DVD player. In-room movies offer multiple language entertainment, while each room also provides complimentary High Speed Internet Access. The striking bathrooms echo the design choices in the bedroom with their vibrant tiled walls and floors, while the generous vanity and shower are clad in slabs of Sardinian marble from Orsei.
Suites
Relish picture-perfect views of the Cala di Volpe Bay and the Mediterranean Sea beyond from the large private terrace of our 45-50-square-metre Deluxe Suites and Premium Suites. Handcrafted teak lounge chairs and stools, dressed in cream-colored cushions, stand around a generous patio table creating a lovely al fresco tableau for our guests.
The spacious layout of each Suite is distinguished by its own design?white washed walls create a fresh light-filled canvas that is accented by a customized rainbow of pastels. Complete with a large upholstered sofa, wooden coffee table, and two armchairs, the generous sitting area faces walls of arched windows that invite the natural sights and sounds of the ocean inside.
The windows are painted in a frame of colour that corresponds with the local fabrics and hand painted furniture. Exquisite Sardinian artistry is evident everywhere?from the cheerful hues of the ceramic tile floors in the living room to the baroque stylings of the wrought-iron headboards above the Luxury Collection beds in the bedroom. Each Luxury Collection bed is topped with lightweight duvets and feather or hypoallergenic pillows, and then covered with a pristine white bedspread, hand embroidered to match each suite's design scheme
The august bathrooms repeat the suite's defining palette with intricate tile mosaics on the walls and floor, while the vanity, shower, and separate bath tub are all clad in creamy Sardinian marble from Orsei.
Supplements (from):
Premium Sea View with Balcony or Terrace £42. Deluxe Suite Sea View & Balcony £622. Premium Suite £759. Double for Sole Use £202.Dining Guide:
Cala Di Volpe RestaurantA fresh tribute to traditional Sardinian and Mediterranean cuisine, the Cala di Volpe Restaurant at Hotel Cala di Volpe has long been the undisputed gourmet's choice for guests along the entire Costa Smeralda. The restaurant's elegant white stucco arches, exquisite handcrafted Sardinian furnishings in hues of red, yellow, and gold, and terracotta tile floor set the stage for an unforgettable meal. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular views of the sea, while the soft flicker of candles echoes the glittering lights strung around the harbour.
La Cave
Wrought-iron candelabra topped with beeswax candles stand on long rustic wooden tables, casting their soft golden glow upon the white washed stucco walls of La Cave wine cellar, while colourful flecks of light from the stained glass windows above the archways dance on the stone floor. Located in one corner of the Cala Restaurant, La Cave boasts a collection of more than 400 bottles of exceptional vintages from the most notable wineries around the world. Award-winning winemakers showcase their finest grapes on a regular basis. Savour the outstanding selections recommended by the sommelier?either as a private wine tasting or a perfect complement to your meal in the restaurant
The Barbecue Restaurant (Seasonal)
This delightfully informal spot encourages guests to linger over their meal, enjoying the welcome shade of the thatched awning and the cooling breeze from the bay. The daily lunch buffet?conceived of by Executive Chef Franco Guardone?offers a delicious opportunity to sample traditional Mediterranean fare prepared with the freshest local ingredients.
Served on massive slabs of Sardinian marble, the daily selection of fresh salads, local cheeses, homemade pastas, grilled meats, succulent seafood, fresh fruits, and indulgent desserts is a veritable feast to both the eyes and the palate. Guests are free to choose any combination of dishes, with our assistant chefs at hand to answer questions and offer recommendations. The soft murmur of running water from the fountain behind the buffet tables underscores the relaxed ambience.
On warm summer nights, it is a beloved tradition for the Barbecue Restaurant to host enchanting private buffet dinners under the star-encrusted skies. Guests sit in the flickering light of torches and lanterns, delighting in the extraordinary cuisine and magical atmosphere, while local musicians perform traditional Sardinian folk songs. Private dinner events serve up to 240 people.
Facilities:
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fox Kids Club
- Salt water swimming pool (normally in use May-Sep)
- Shuttle service by boat to private beach (normally in use Apr-Oct)
- Water-skiing (payable locally)
- 2 fitness centres
- 3 tennis courts
- Boat hire
- Lift
- Free on-site parking
Information:
The hotel has 125 air-conditioned rooms. Transfer time from Olbia airport: 30 minutes. Child prices apply to ages 2-11 years. Minimum stay restrictions apply. Official rating 5 star deluxe.About North Sardinia
Sardinia's sophisticated northern shores, such as the Costa Smeralda and Baia Sardinia, are interspersed with near-deserted sandy coves and rocky inlets. This stunning coastline contrasts with the remote, rugged landscape inland, where the beauty is of a wilder nature.COSTA SMERALDA, PORTO CERVO
Stretching for 30 pristine miles (48km) across the island's north east corner, Costa Smeralda has idyllic sandy beaches. Cervo boasts a luxury yacht club and marina complex, and stylish boutiques.
BAIA SARDINIA
A small village set in a beautiful little bay with fine sand and clear water. Here, life centres around the beach and the piazza where there are a few small shops, bars and restaurants.
OLIENA
For those avid to discover a characteristic Sardinian town, Oliena is a perfect example, set in the Cedrine valley at the foot of Monte Corrasi. Shaded streets are lined by whitewashed houses with painterly courtyards, reposing in a languid atmosphere neighboured by gnarled olive groves, terraced vineyards and scented almond trees.
CALA CAPRA
Those in search of less obvious exposure find languid coves at Cala Capra, a sandy stretch shaded by low wooded hills in an area of unsurpassed Sardinian natural beauty.
