** Villa + garden with nearby beaches **

General summary
The property for rent is a detached villa with three bedrooms and two private bathrooms; two bedrooms out of three share the same bathroom. This place is ideal for families with children or for 5-6 friends traveling as a group. In the large garden adjacent to the villa, you can enjoy the fresh air and tranquility during your vacation. The property is about 350 meters away from the sea, which is a few minutes’ drive from the picturesque beaches of Sant'Andrea, Geremeas, Mari Pintau, Poetto, and others. Not far from the village of Capitana, located between Cagliari and Villasimius, you will find various pizzerias, restaurants, supermarkets, bars, ice cream parlors, spas, walking paths and nightclubs.

Property overview
Villa Cristina is one of the most beautiful detached villas with a garden in the whole area of ​​Capitana. It’s a perfect choice for those who want to stay close to the sea and within an easy reach of the southern Sardinia beaches. This is a good strategic location as it takes less than an hour to reach the enchanting beaches of Pula / Teulada to the west and Villasimius / Costa Rei to the east. The closest beaches to the villa, which you can go to by foot or by car, are those of Capitana, Marina Residence, Terra Mala, Geremeas and Poetto. Just a two minute walk away is a semi-private, small stretch of beach, which is perfect for sunbathing or taking an evening dip. In addition, here your children can play freely without the danger of drowning as the waters are shallow. The garden is of about 2500 square meters, landscaped in the Mediterranean style, with shaded areas and two verandas overlooking the garden. There is private parking on the villa’s territory. Inside the house, you will feel completely comfortable in the 50 sq. meter living room that boasts a large dining table with 8 seats and a TV corner with cosy sofas. The kitchen, which is next to the living room and overlooks the garden, is equipped with all kinds of appliances: a washing machine, a dishwasher, a food processor, centrifuge, etc.
Cagliari, the capital of the island, is one of the most popular cities in the Mediterranean area known for its history, culture and attractions; it can be reached in just 20-25 minutes by car from the villa. In the summer and spring seasons, most of the nightlife in Cagliari revolves around the Poetto promenade, which is 10 minutes away by car. Here you will find numerous bathing establishments, restaurants, bars, kiosks, pizzerias and discos.

Accommodation details
The accommodation is furnished in a boho-chic style, with occasional rustic elements, and contains three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large kitchen and a large living room of 50 sq. meters. The accommodation is private, totally independent, and entirely bookable. Adjacent to the living room are two verandas, separated from one another, where you can enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner. Multiple trees in the garden create enough shade so you can chill out and relax in privacy. On the villa’s territory, you’ll be allowed to use sun loungers, benches, parasols and will have access to a private car parking.

Included services
Linen, sheets and towels
Wi-Fi
Satellite receiver
Smart TV
Office area and desk
Washing machine
Kitchen
Information guide
Private parking
Hi-Fi
Electric barbecue
Air conditioning and heating

Guest access

Guests will have access to the accomodation through the main street of Via del Transatlantico. Once in front of the property, enter a driveway where you will see the entrance gate. Park your car and enter the main door in front of the villa.

Interaction with my guests
If for any reason you are not able to check in automatically, I will meet you to pass the keys over to you and and show you the accomodation. In any case, I will always be there at your disposal in case you need my help or any information. I am always available via phone, text messages or vis Whatsapp / Viber.

The neighbourhood
This accommodation is an ideal place for those who want to be close to the beautiful beaches of southern Sardinia such as Costa Rei, Villasimius, Solanas, Mare Pintau, Geremeas and Pula. All these beaches are easily accessible by car or public transport. Nearby you will find numerous restaurants, such as Tegamino Bianco, Il Saraceno, Da Barbara, a lot of pizzerias and even takeaway food spots if you want to eat at home. A high quality wellness resort can be found at the Thalassos SPA center, where you can have relaxing massages, enjoy a sauna, hydromassage and much more.
Along the scenic road to Villasimius you can admire the beaches of Margine Rosso, Sant'Andrea (with the famous Villa Romana) Flumini, Capitana, or Is Mortorius (with its archaeological site under recovery stage). An must-see stop is Cala Regina, with its Spanish tower, and the beach of Mari Pintau and Geremeas, just ten minutes away from the property. Generally, everywhere you go, you will be welcomed by the emerald green waters in their various transparencies, wide beaches and cliffs with a great opportunity to practice fishing, sailing, water skiing, windsurfing and many more. Depending on your interests, I may tell you more of the things to try and explore in the area.
A close proximity of the accomodation to Cagliari and the center of Quartu S.Elena allows visitors to admire the pink flamingos that have chosen to nest in the pond of Molentargius and the lagoon of Santa Gilla. If you are a nature lover, you will have a possibility to trek and cycle along the extensive paths of the [park] Parco dei Sette Fratelli.
If you are not willing to rent a car, worry not - you will be able to use public transport, which functions regularly and efficiently, even during the weekend, and the bus stop is almost in front of the villa.
The village of Capitana, inhabited by about 200 people during the summer, is a quiet place, isolated from traffic. It is an ideal choice for a relaxing holiday close to nature. The access to the sea is semi-private, reserved for the inhabitants of the area, just a two minute walk away. A few minutes away from the villa there are supermarkets, bars, seaside resorts, and hills for short excursions and jogging / trekking activities. At the Poetto promenade, you will find numerous bars, disco spots, places to dance to salsa and to listen to the Latin American music, live music, and enjoy other fun activities. In addition, the Poetto beach is the sailing center of Marina Piccola, where they arrange international regattas.
Cagliari is full of entertainment initiatives, including during the night hours. They often organize various shows and musical concerts featuring internationally renowned singers and DJs. Do not miss a chance to walk along Via Roma or around the Marina district, which is close to Piazza [square] San Sepolcro and Piazza [square] Yenne, where you can find many trattorias [restaurants] like Ci Pensa Cannas boasting fresh fish as well as ice cream parlors and nightclubs in the area.


How to move around & transportation services
In case you do not want to rent a car, which, in my opinion, is the best way to move around the island with ease, you can still use public transport, which is generally very efficient. However, it should be noted that if you want to visit beaches and places outside of the city, you should be ready to walk a fair amount to reach your destination. Public transport that might come in handy is below:

- Trenitalia or Ferroviesardegna

You can take a train if you want to visit the northern part of the island.
If you are looking for a more original way to visit the interior part of the island, you can opt for the Green Train. An ancient train, about two centuries old, will immerse you in fantastic landscapes, green and uncontaminated areas, which you will never have an opportunity to discover if not through this service.

- ARST buses

These buses, equipped with air conditioning, crusade all over Sardinia offering a great solution for those who want to visit multiple tourist attractions and beaches. If you go to their website or download their app beforehand, you will have a chance to easily plan your itineraries.


- CTM buses

The modern Mercedes buses are managed by the public company CTM, with air conditioning, allowing you to move around the city of Cagliari comfortably. You can buy tickets on board if you wish; otherwise you can get tickets in the box offices that are scattered around the city. The app the company suggests can be easily downloaded on your smart phone, which will allow you to easily plan your travels.

How to get to the property using public transport
The address of the property is as follows: Via [street] del Transatlantico, Quartu Sant'Elena, 09045 - click here for GPS directions.

Important: before using public transport, it is highly recommended you learn your route well through Google Maps and the apps provided by the public transport companies like CTM, Trenitalia and ARST.

The route to the property is below.

When you arrive at the airport, you will need to access the trains operated by Trenitalia. They generally depart every 15 minutes. The train will take you to the Piazza Matteotti square. Estimated journey time is about 10-15 minutes. The ticket price 1.25 euros. Tickets cannot be purchased on board.
Once in Piazza Matteotti, you will have to take either line PF or PQ. Your stop is Via [street] Leonardo da Vinci in Quartu, after Flumini, in front of a bar called La Siesta, in Capitana. From here, it is just a two minutes walk to the street you need and consequently to your rented accommodation.

Activities around the location
Sailing
Fishing
Trekking
Bicycle riding
Windsurfing
Boating
Football
Diving
Boat trips
Rock climbing