Two hundred meters from the sea, on "the black pearl of the Mediterranean" Pantelleria – literally a landscape of charcoal-hued lava stone – exists a seaside sanctuary created by a Parisian ex-model agent and her art and tech-influenced Milanese-Sicilian husband. "The powerful nature and history of the island has been a source of inspiration for our family for the past 40 years," they say.

And so, they set about to create their own poem to Pantelleria. They restored the property owned by their artist parents since the 70s, held together by ancient rocks. Seemingly lit entirely by diffused natural light and facing expansive views of the sea and Africa, it is the simple, beautiful things that stir the very marrow of your being here.

We love the home's curation of art and design books, its ochre chevron tilework, and collection of art works in collaboration with the local A’Nica Gallery. "We want to invite creative souls to be inspired, enrich and share a collection of art," the owners add.

This is the kind of place for those who feel that luxury is a salad made with zero pesticides and the bounty just outside the door, or that watching a sunset with a spritz in hand, after a meal of the island's prized fish and capers is the ultimate pre-bedtime ritual. 

This house is located on a private property on five hectares. There are nine accommodation options, plus the option of renting the entire property exclusively. 

 An organic vegetable garden and poultry are located on the property, which is surrounded by vast terrain of olive trees, capers plantations, and curated gardens. The entire compound has several structures with plenty of space in between, and you will have access to all of its common areas, including a large pergola, vast swimming pool of 12m x 6m, and solarium. All rooftops are accessible and face the sea and sunset.

Rent this property for overnight stays here.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

A breakfast made from local produce is provided every day 8:30-10:30am and is included in the rental price for all rooms except the Dammuso Grande. Organic cuisine is available for an extra charge and can be served in your home or on the common table. It is possible to have lunches, aperitivo, and dinners, and the kitchen offers Mediterranean cuisine born from the organic gardens, or mostly local or Sicilian selected fresh products.

There is also private internet in the house, a dishwasher in the kitchen, and laundry service. Daily cleaning is included, with a change of bed sheets every week, and a change of towels every four days.

Extra services that are available (at additional cost) include taxis, car, scooter and electric bicycle rentals, boat trips, horse riding, private chef, special dinners, and personal trainer. This property is also suitable for events. If you would like to organize a retreat or other event, please inquire.

AN ODE TO NATURE'S GRAND DIVERSITY

This property is located in the heart of the archeological Sesi park in Pantelleria. There's not an abundance of things to do here, but that's the general ethos. Those in-the-know come for the food, the sunbathing, the genuine community and the company of their loved ones in a spectacular natural setting. You can rent a moped or a car while you're on the island and explore its coves and inlets.

With volcanic activity still aplenty, the island doubles as an open-air spa. In the summer, the owners suggest watching the smoky fumaroles come out of the ground during a trek to Favare, taking a dip in the thermal waters of Cala Nikà or just laying down for hours in the bubbling waters of Lago Specchio di Venere, after having covered your body with its dark, smoothing clay. 

LOCATION

Pantelleria, Italy. Nearest airport: Aeropuerto di Pantelleria (8.4km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Pantelleria is well-documented as a magical summer gateway, but true lovers of the island know that it has much more to offer all year long. Truman Capote even once said, "Pantelleria is born for the winter. With its mysterious silence, its positive energy, the starry sky and the smell of the sea, you realize that you have need of nothing else."