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Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and chairs. There is a window providing natural light and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A white sectional sofa with blue tree-patterned cushions, a glass coffee table, a wall-mounted mirror, and a painting of a coastal scene.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by various plants and trees.
A modern kitchen with a gas stove, white cabinetry, and a large window offering a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Palau
  • Place, La Sciumara Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau Tourism Office
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Family room first floor

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Family room ground level

1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest bedroom ground floor

1 Double Bed

Kids playroom

1 Double Futon

Owner’s Master bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Family room first floor

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Family room ground level

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Guest bedroom ground floor

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Owner’s Master bedroom Edit

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda

Set within 11,000 square metres of private grounds, Villa Elena is a peaceful retreat surrounded by Sardinia’s characteristic granite hills, vineyards and Mediterranean countryside. The property offers privacy, tranquillity and beautiful natural surroundings, while remaining close to Palau and some of the most attractive beaches in northern Sardinia.

The villa is only a five-minute drive from the centre of Palau and La Sciumara Beach, approximately ten minutes from Porto Rafael, Porto Pollo and Capo d’Orso, and around thirty minutes from Porto Cervo and the heart of the Costa Smeralda.

The exterior has been carefully designed to blend naturally into the surrounding landscape. Traditional stone from Alà dei Sardi has been used for the walls and outdoor stairways, while the covered terrace features elegant chestnut-wood beams and Orosei marble flooring.

Inside, Villa Elena combines contemporary design with a warm and comfortable atmosphere. The property is arranged over two separate floors connected by an external staircase, providing guests with generous shared spaces as well as additional privacy.

The villa features four individually decorated bedrooms, furnished with a combination of king-size, double and single beds, together with four bathrooms and an additional queen-size sofa bed. Villa Elena comfortably accommodates a maximum of 10 guests, and a baby cot is also available.

The fully equipped kitchen is ideal for preparing family meals and entertaining. The living and dining areas open directly onto the patio and garden, creating an easy flow between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

Several comfortable seating areas are available throughout the property, offering peaceful places to read, relax, enjoy a glass of wine or simply appreciate the surrounding countryside. The villa also includes a children’s playroom and a fully equipped laundry room.

Villa Elena is rented exclusively to one group at a time, giving guests private use of the entire villa, garden and facilities throughout their stay.

Outside, the villa is surrounded by a spacious and beautifully maintained garden featuring a private swimming pool, a children’s playground, outdoor dining and lounge furniture, a gas barbecue and an outdoor shower.

The garden is softly illuminated in the evening, creating a welcoming atmosphere for outdoor dinners and relaxing nights under the Sardinian sky.

Private parking is available within the property for up to ten cars.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Upon request
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not pick or collect grapes from the vineyard. The grapes are exclusively reserved for winemaking and are an important part of our annual win

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9165188
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: upon request
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palau

Located in Palau, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Garibaldi Compendium of Caprera and Giants' Grave are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palau Harbor and Vigne Surrau Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Salty Wind and Aquadream. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Palau

What's nearby

  • Palau Ethnographic Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Sciumara Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palau vecchio - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palau Tourism Office - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palau Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Rudalza Station - 38 min drive
  • Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪I Vitelloni - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Café Noir - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Mamapizza - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪il Ghiottone - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Taverna Baro’ - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda?

As of 17 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda on 6 Oct, 2026 start from S$9,803, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Elena – Private Sardinian Retreat Near Palau and the Costa Smeralda located?

This family-friendly Palau villa is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Palau Ethnographic Museum and Palau Tourism Office. Salty Wind and Palau vecchio are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pascal E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful villa close to Palau

It was an honor to be the first guest in this wonderful villa. The house was rebuilt over the last years and is totally up to today's standards. The venue is situated in a quite spot close to Palau, which allows access to both the surfing spots in the north as the well known spots of costa Smeralda (Porto Cervo, Porto Rotondo). The house is perfect for a family holidays also allowing to relax around the house with a nice pool, many places to spend time, read a book or just enjoy the country side. Communication with the owner / the agency was perfect and we appreciated the welcoming way a lot! Thanks for this perfect week in Palau!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern Villa In Beautiful Sardinian Countryside

Beautifully designed and decorated home nestled in the Sardinian countryside. Luxury country villa with modern amenities and appliances. Large yard in front and back with pool and even mini football pitch. Amazing views of vineyards, farms, mountains and even the ocean. Such a peaceful and tranquil location as well. We were a group of 10 people (6 adults and 4 teenagers) who spent a week in the villa. There are 4 bedrooms each with an en-suite or accompanying bathroom. Two large outdoor dining areas with fabulous views. Decent sized pool with large lounging area. Located a short drive ( ~ 8 minutes ) from Palau and the ocean. The owner was very accessible during the trip if any issues arose and handled them in a professional and efficient manner. Also, provided many local recommendations from beaches to restaurants. One restaurant was Ristorante Gastronomia Belvedere in Porto Cervo, our favorite meal during the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

philippe s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent sejour

Parfaite
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marc n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All in all it was perfect. Very friendly and competent team. Amazing mordern Villa in stuning nature

Our stay there was really perfect. After reservation it started with the competent and kind communication with the owner who gave us also informations about other points what to do and where to do. The reception was also very well organized. Everyday someone came to clean the amazing pool quickly. Every third day a cleaning team was cleaning the mansion. The house itself has a really high standard in all matters: From the kitchen, bathroom, beds, tables and sunbeds.There is a lot of space and the sourrunding is blast. Pure nature, no noise of cars or planes. Many possibilities to sit, relax and chill. Awsome views even to the sea. All in all an excellent package we highly recommand it !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sylvain

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Dear Guests, Welcome to Villa Elena our little piece of heaven!

Villa Elena was born from the combination of Sylvain's love for the land of his family roots and Hélène's passion for nature.

During our many years of expatriation in China, we both expressed the desire to make our dream of having a holiday house in Sardinia we could call home for the summer, come true. As parents, we wanted our children to benefit from the reality of nature in this wonderful land and let them enjoy all the genuineness it can offer.

Every material used in the creation of the house comes from here. The woods, stones, ceramics, every corner is an expression of the Sardinian land as much as a translation of all the emotions we experienced across our many trips made over the years in Asia.
The small pieces of furniture and decoration items we carefully handpicked in Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand, and China are bringing a harmonious blend to the villa interior design creating union and sharing.

We are delighted to share this beautiful corner of Sardinia with you, and we hope
you will appreciate it with the same love and respect that we carry with our children.

Have a wonderful stay!

Hélène and Sylvain

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English, French, Italian
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