You will find the residence in the centre of Arbatax, approx 700 metres from the seafront Promenade and close to some restaurants and shops.
We would say that this is a really nice place that architecturally fits well into the local environment. We have chosen to assign it 4 suns largely because of the setting and sought after amenities such as the pool, children's pool, Jacuzzi and private terraces, while the standard of the apartments themselves are a bit less flashy. It is are only approx. 700 m down to the harbour and promenade, which features the famous red rock formations Le Rocce Rosse di Arbatax, while at the other end of Arbatax is the residential area and the sandy beach of Porto Frailis approx 1 km away. The neighbouring town of Tortoli is a bit more commercial around 4 km away. You will find the two nearest beaches are Spiaggia di San Gemiliano and Spiaggia di Basaura just about 1 km away and the beautiful beaches of Lido di Orri are around 8 km away.
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The strength of the Residence is its good sized pools and their position and surroundings amongst exotic Mediterranean plants such as banana trees and rosemary bushes. The pool and children’s pool are separate and both are a good size, approx. 45 m² and there is also a Jacuzzi. Here you have the feeling of staying in an oasis-like mini-society, some would even say a mirage. Here you will also find parking (free), garage (extra charge), mountain bike hire (rental surcharges), a playground for small children and a laundry with two machines.
Inside you will find a reception and a bar area where you can also buy breakfast. The nearest restaurant is at a 4-star hotel next door but otherwise there are several other restaurants within 1 km. There is also a lift and Wi-Fi throughout the area.
There are approximately 30 two and three bedroom apartments and they are all located on the ground floor or first floor. Each apartment has a private terrace or garden. The kitchen Corner consists of a fridge, 4 burner stove and Danish coffee maker. The apartments are also equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, a safety deposit box and Wi-Fi. NB: 3 standard apartments are located just outside the locked area, but directly related to the site while the 5 bedroom superior apartments are of a higher standard (almost a little exclusive) and are located in an independent villa about 100 m away.
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Even though the drive can seem long, there is no reason to not pick this pearl. The place itself is with perfect and with a very kind and accommodating staff. Don't be worried about communication - everyone speaks English, but it certainly does no harm, if you know a bit of Italian. The kitchen equipments wasn't lavish, but sufficient. The little supermarket a couple of hundred meters from the complex, has everything you need. You want a bigger selection, there is both a budget supermarket and a more Superbrugsen (Danish supermarket chain(simply) looking supermarket within 1-2 km range. If cooking isn't something for you, there lies a restaurant next to the hotel, and close by there is 2 more restaurants with good food and reasonable prices. Both the associated pools and beaches are lovely, just like there is a smaller playground. If you are brave enough for sailing, it is also a possibility - even with you as captain.
Options for fantastic boat trips and trips to the beautiful beaches. Lovely holiday resort in high quality.