Villa Flore, a panoramic seaview villa in Lumio, Corsica

A Cherished Island Home on the Corsican Coast

The house occupies two floors of a classic Corsican residence positioned on the hillside above Sant'Ambroggio, where the coastal road winds toward the sea. Bright, lively interiors are organized around a sitting room with fireplace and an open-plan kitchen that flows onto an outdoor terrace — a layout designed for long meals and easy movement between indoors and out.

The main living level is generous and well lit, with picture windows capturing the Mediterranean on three sides and a fireplace anchoring the sitting area for cooler evenings. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped and can seat up to six. Bathrooms serve each bedroom as private en-suites.

The gardens are spacious and private — with shaded areas for reading and a terrace set up for dining overlooking the water. An outdoor shower handles post-beach arrivals. Multiple terraces and balcony positions capture views of Calvi Citadel and the silhouette of the island across the bay at different hours of the day.

The house is close by another of our favorite Corsican rentals Pietra Nova.

Layout

This vacation home for rent in Lumio, Corsica, sleeps up to four guests. The house is arranged over two floors. The main living area — sitting room, fireplace, and open-plan kitchen — occupies the principal level, with outdoor terrace access. The two en-suite double bedrooms are divided between the two floors, each with unobstructed Mediterranean and garden views.

Good to know

A car is essential for exploring the region — the road network is scenic but the terrain is steep and public transport limited outside of high season.

Amenities & services

Wifi throughout, fully equipped kitchen, washer, outdoor shower, garden, terrace, dining terrace, fireplace, parking

Around

Villa Flore is located just a few minutes walk to the nearest beach, and the nearby town of Lumio is small and charming. To the north, you’ll find the wonderful and wild beach of l’Ostréiccone and further south is the “Calanches de Piana” with incredible red rock formations above the sea for exploring.

Located on the northwest coast of the island within the Corsica Regional Park, the UNESCO designated Scandola Nature Reserve on the Cape Girolata Peninsula covers over 900 hectares of land and over 1,000 acres of marine habitat. A breathtaking stretch of coastline, it can only be reached by boat or, for the very adventurous, on foot through steep mountainous terrain. Populated with a vibrant array of marine life and sea birds, its jagged rock formations, caves and crystal clear waters are some of the most beautiful natural wonders on the island.

Be sure to take a drive along “Route des Artisans“, which crosses through several charming Corsican villages like Pigna, Corbara and San Antonino. Le Clos Colombu, the famous “wine cave” of Lumio, offers a great look at the wine-making process and delicious tastings. Nearby Calvi is a bustling town with great cafes and shops and the beautiful historic citadel.