Villa Santa Sofia  

On Italy’s Cilento coast in Ascea, this Mediterranean villa sits close to the Velia ruins and Casal Velino Marina. The city-center spot puts Parco del Mercatello and Cilento e Vallo di Diano National Park within easy reach. Expect sea-view terraces and olive-shaded porches.

Converted by owners from Positano, the place keeps a classic Mediterranean vibe: white walls, large windows and porches under olive trees. It offers a handful of self-catered units — three full apartments plus additional air-conditioned rooms with kitchenettes — each with a furnished balcony or patio. Kitchens are fully equipped (fridge/freezer, oven, stovetop), rooms include satellite TV, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Soak up the view from the terrace or relax in the garden. A local diving club is available for water enthusiasts, and on-site laundry keeps stays easy. Terraces overlook the sea, so you can wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Free Wi‑Fi across the property and free self parking onsite. Concierge services are available and staff speak English, Spanish and Italian.