Few properties along the Amalfi coast possess a combination of tranquility, privacy and space like Villa d'Orso. As you pass through the gates and down to the end of its long drive, the buzz of traffic and nearby towns recedes, and you find yourself perched on the steep coastline above the Mediterranean, surrounded by flower gardens and lemon groves. It seems even more remarkable that you are just minutes away from the towns of Maiori, Amalfi and Positano.

The house itself is newly constructed and has a contemporary, coastal feel with a large, open-plan kitchen, living and dining room. Every room in the house is oriented for views over the sea, and large windows fill the house with sunlight. A series of terraces on several levels - off of the bedrooms, beside the living room, and surrounding the large pool - give a variety of beautiful views.

With six bedrooms on three different levels, each with its own bathroom, Villa d'Orso is ideally suited for families with children or large groups who want to share each other's company while enjoying the option to escape to a private corner with a good book and a glass of wine.

Sleeps up to 10 people in 5 bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms. Ground floor: Bedroom 1 (Queen 63"/160cm) & Bedroom 2 (three Singles, 33"/80cm each) open to a terrace with views to the sea. Bedroom 3 (small Double, 47"/120cm) has exterior access only from the terrace. Upper Floor: master Bedroom 4 (Queen, 63"/160cm, opens to a rooftop terrace. Bedroom 5 (Twins, 39"/100cm each, can be combined to make King).

The split level, open-plan living and dining room has a contemporary, coastal feel with large windows with inspired views along the coast and across the Mediterranean. This is a wonderfully social home with an easy indoor-outdoor flow to terraces with loungers and outside dining tables.

Well-equipped, modern kitchen with all new appliances and state-of-the-art equipment: large oven, microwave, N.Am. standard refrigerator, dishwasher, espresso makers. TV, VCR satellite (including English stations - BBC, CNN, etc), CD/stereo. Two washers. Air conditioning and central heating included.

Pool (30'x 15') below the living area has a generous stone terrace and views to the sea. Large private estate with groves of fruit and olive trees; multi-level terraces with seating and shade under oversized parasols. Outdoor dining.

• Superb location on Amalfi Coast, minutes to Maiori and nearby Amalfi, Positano and Ravello.
• Views, views, views along the coast and across the Mediterranean.
• Uniquely private, tranquil property set amongst olive and fruit trees.
• Each bedroom with en suite bathroom, ideal for families with multi-generations.

Cafés, restaurants & newspaper shop (5 min), Maiori (3 km), Minori (4 km), Amalfi (10km); Positano (18km) ferries to Capri, Sorrento & Naples; Naples (1hr by car). Beaches and swimming in sea, boating, sailing, walking; Roman excavations at Pompeii (30km).

Good walking on national footpath trails. Sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling. Extremely hilly terrain makes cycling an option for only the most serious riders.