Luxury Villa in Positano - Villa San Giacomo, Italy

POSITANO

A cluster of colorful cottages and steep, cobbled lanes clinging to the rocky coast.A maze of little alleys, stairways and squares which suddenly opens up to reveal the sea.A shimmering turquoise sea which stretches out as far as the eye can see.

From the peaceful hills to the buzzing beach, Positano is one of Italy'most lust-worthy coastal towns. And even more beautiful when seen from the terraces of Villa San Giacomo.

Positano's beaches

Spiaggia Grande: In the center of Positano, this is, as the name suggests, the biggest beach in town. It's the most glamorous too: home to numerous bars, restaurants and beach clubs.

Fornillo: You can walk to Fornillo from Positano's Spiaggia Grande, via the "Lovers' Walk". Nestled in a bay, this little beach is surprisingly quiet and peaceful.

Secret beaches: Positano's rocky coastline is home to dozens of hidden beaches, which can only be reached from the sea. If you want to explore them, we'll arrange a boat for you.

A boat trip

The best way to explore Italy's spectacular Amalfi Coast is, without shadow of doubt, by boat; better still by "gozzo", the traditional boat used by the fishermen.

Our concierge will be happy to organize excursions including of visits to the best beach clubs and restaurants in the area, and, for those keen to sail a little farther afield, the nearby island of Capri.