Description
At times the glimpse of a stairway or the suggestion of an ornate column is sufficient to take us on a journey back to the places and emotions of the past. Villa Le Scale, an historical Caprian residence along the lane which leads to the famous Villa San Michele museum, is one of those special places, filled with a myriad of exquisite details which never fail to charm and inspire the visitor.
Services
- Year built: 1760
- Year remodelled: 2003
- Number of floors: 3
- Number of rooms: 8
- Number of suites:1
- Conference room capacity:60
- Room service (07:30 till midnight)
- Short stays (minimum 3 nights stay)
- No pets allowed
Location:
40 km from Capodichino International Airport, about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car/boat/car.
Room Description
The Collector's Room - Once, the master bedroom, the room still houses a fabulous collection of Neapolitan paintings from the 1700's which form a splendid backdrop to the beautiful fabrics that drape the bed. There is a spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi and from the large terrace over the garden there is a sea view.
The Venetian Room - The highlight of this impressive room is the 18th century Venetian bookcase, placed at the entrance to the boudoir, which has a large Turkish bath crafted in Scagliola. An exquisite marble table, just perfect for breakfast to be served upon, enhances the enchanting flower decked terrace with sea view.
The Voyager Room - Rare Artefacts and souvenirs brought back from voyages to Asia and South America create an exotic atmosphere in this splendid room. From the large four-poster bed, hung with beautiful light coloured drapes, one can look out towards the spacious terrace with sea view.
The Louis XVI Room - An exquisite Louis XVI boiserie panels an entire wall and inspires the name of this sumptuous room with it's large four-poster bed. The bathroom is in Scagliaola and has a plunge pool. The charming terrace looks out over the delicately perfumed garden.
The Artist's Room - The delightful frescos in the Artist Room, inspired by the era of the fabulous Marchigiana bookcase, are the work of well-known artist Enrica Capone. A splendid bathroom in white marble mosaic with two antique washbasins dating back to the 18th century complete the furnishing. There is a window door facing Monte Solaro, no terrace.
The Oriental Room - Situated at the very top of the villa, this room is furnished with Chinese antiques and co-ordinating hand-embroidered fabrics. The bathroom and shower are covered in in copper infused Venetian glass mosaic tile. This room does not have a terrace.
The Empire Room - Large sky-lit bedroom with fully functional Empire marble bathtub, separate enclosed stone shower, walk-in closet, dressing area, Art Nouveau sitting area and secluded patio.
The Pool Room - Contemporary studio complete with oversized marble bathroom with sky-lit plunge pool, kitchenette, walk-in closet, sitting area and secluded patio.
The Garden Suite - The newly renovated ""Garden Suite"" encompasses a large bedroom and separate living room, two walk-in closets, kitchenette, sitting area, two bathrooms with marble plunge pool and private secluded patio.
Room Features
- Air Conditioning
- Antique Furnishings
- Cable/Colour TV
- DVD
- Evening Turn Down Service
- In Room Safe
- Mini Bar
Restaurants
Pool side light-lunch served daily from 12:00 to 15:00. Featuring a variety of local specialities and an extensive selection of Italian wines.
Leisure
- Fishing - big game (request)
- Fishing - seawater (nearby)
- Hairdresser (request)
- Outdoor swimming pool (on-site)
- Scuba diving (nearby)
- Sailing (nearby)
- Tennis courts (nearby)
Location
From Molo Beverello port in Naples on the mainland take the hydrofoil to Capri's Marina Grande. Take taxi (or follow main road) to Piazzetta Vittoria in Anacapri. Villa Le Scale is situated along the lane which leads to the museum of Villa S Michele.
Transportation
- Local/International Airport: Capodichino 18 miles / 40 km north-west
- Train station: Stazione Centrale Naples 40 km north-west
- Taxi fare - airport: Euro 16 to Molo Beverello / Euro 30 from Marina Grande to Piazzetta Vittoria
- Hydrofoil/Ferry tickets: Euro 12-13
- Pick up service: Euro 120 from airport to the villa
Landmarks
- The Blue Grotto 3 km north-west
- Villa Jovis 5 km east
- Villa San Michelle 0.4 km east
- Monte Solaro 0.75 km south
- Faraglioni 4 km south-east
- Naples 26 km north-west
- Pompeii 40 km north-west
- Vesuvio 42 km north-west
- Herculaneum 35 km north
- Ischia 35 km north-west
- Amalfi Coast 45 km north-west
