Casa di Legna

Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
Wood Takes the Lead

Its ingenious, vertically-louvered, accordion wood window treatments sliding open to reveal full frontal Mediterranean views that keep the sea center-stage even when shut, this reimagined coastal villa casts wood as its design lead, distinguishing it from most Corsican getaways. The creative collaboration of architect Gilles Terrazzoni and interior designer/owner Angélique Buisson, the notable natural villa reigns over the rugged Corsican coastline with outdoor areas built organically around boulders and fragrant Mediterranean landscaping.

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Lauded by Elle Décoration, this wood-over-stone seafront escape is a textural triumph perched over Corsica’s azure Santa Giulia Bay with a wood decked infinity pool mimicking the Mediterranean in its forefront. A celebration of the island’s natural materials, the designer villa, a thoughtful remodel of a 1960s era brutalist-inspired space, immerses residents in a textural interplay of wood, stone, linen and clay. Owner/designer Buisson, whose connection to the Island dates from childhood, designed the centenary oak library separating the villa's entry from the open plan living area. Signed pieces fill the rooms, including a living room ensemble by the collective Kar Studios, an organic, gouged wood dining table and benches by Denis Milovanov (Galerie Armel Soyer) and clay bead lamps by the South African designers of Mud Studio. 

Bedrooms have from shaded wood terraces and private baths of Moroccan zelig tiles outfitted with Japanese “Ofuro” tubs in cedar by Maomi. An alfresco dining pergola is made private by billowing, coconut fiber drapery signed La Scourtenerie that melds unobtrusively with the rustic, Mediterranean garden elements, and an outdoor lounge under the trees features teak furnishings plumped with pillows by Libeco and Misia and lit by recycled paper suspension lamps inspired by fishermen’s nets created by Best Before. Artworks include Christian Caulas sculptures, paintings by Aleksandar Bezinovic, and the ceramic works of Catherine Dix.


AROUND

Set above the Bay of San Guilia with direct beach and Mediterranean Sea access, the villa occupies coastline in Southern Corsica near the town of Porto Vecchio. A petanque court and sun-drenched wood pool deck make staying at home easy, and yoga, massage, child care, an in-home chef, and boat rental are available by reservation. Snorkeling equipment makes the quick trip to the beach a leading activity and the lagoon-like Plage Santa Giulia presents shallow, crystalline waters ideal for swimming and splashing, plus waterfront cafes and a popular fishing pier. The white sand Palombaggia beach of Porto Vecchio hugs a coastal inlet and is regarded as one of the prettiest on the Isle of Beauty. Actually a string of multiple beaches covering a sandy 15 kilometer stretch, with sparkling coves divided by massive terracotta-toned rock outcroppings and seaside maquis shrubs, Palombaggia offers views on the protected isles of Cerbiales framed by postcard perfect umbrella pines that reflect in the vivid turquoise waters. 

Nearby Porto Vecchio is the only major town on Corsica’s southeast coastline, a dramatic, ancient, hilltop community built around an imposing, 16th century citadel and its sturdy ramparts. The Genoese citadel and the labyrinthine Old Town radiating outward from it overlook a more modern, yacht filled marina, one of Europe’s most distinguished harbors. Abuzz with artisanal food purveyors, handicraft boutiques, and specialty shops, Porto Vecchio is known for its busy café, restaurant and tavern scenes both within the Old Town and along its gleaming marina. Ancient stone buildings built barely arm’s length apart create a maze in the picturesque town center, punctuated by the Place de la Republique with its sentinel church tower. Head north out of Porto Vecchio to the headland known as Cala Rossa or drive south to experience Rondinara, a natural, horseshoe-shaped bay flanked by pines and protected by a neighboring nature reserve.


LOCATION

Nearest airport: Figari Sud, 30 minutes; Bastia, 2 hours, Ajaccio, 2 hours


BEST TIME TO VISIT: April to October 

 
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Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
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Casa di Legna
Porto-Vecchio, Corsica, France
Windows on the Mediterranean

This Mediterranean view villa, a collaboration of architect Gilles Terrazzoni and designer Angélique Buisson, is distinguished by its accordion wood design treatment and its enviable reorientation southward to reign over the wild, unspoiled coastline of France's untamed Isle of Beauty. 

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Overview Each room has its own bathroom and toilet. Additional beds are in the living area on the lower floor. There is an outdoor shower by the pool.
TV Each room is equipped with a TV, and there is also a flat screen in the lounge.
Air Conditioning Air conditioning and heating in every room of the house.
Heating Air conditioning and heating in every room of the house.
Kitchen 3 fridges, freezer, saddlery, oven, microwave, ice-maker, crockery, kitchen basics available (salt, olive oil, etc.)
Internet Wifi available throughout the house. Integrated Sonos sound system
Hot Tub Wooden Norwegian bath in the upstairs master bedroom. Bath overlooking the bay of Santa Guilia.
Washer Washing machine/dryer in the pantry - outdoor drying rack
Pool Infinity Pool, heated on request, overlooking the sea and the horizon
Dryer Washing machine/dryer in the saddlery - outdoor drying rack
Indoor Fireplace Wood-burning stove in the living room for the winter.
Suitable for Events It is possible to rent the house for an event (private party, photoshoot, etc.). Please let the owners know in advance
Bedrooms 6
Bed Type All rooms are suites with en-suite bathrooms and toilets. 6 king-size bed (180x200cm) with 2 separate 90x200cm mattresses in 2 bedrooms Each room has a view over the open sea or the bay of the Santa Guilia beach. Basic toillettes from the Casanera brand are available in each room (shower gel, shampoo, body lotion).
Kitchen 3 fridges, freezer, saddlery, oven, microwave, ice-maker, crockery, kitchen basics available (salt, olive oil, etc.)
Bathrooms 6.5
Accommodates 12
Kid-Friendly
Pet Friendly No pets allowed
Min. Stay 7 nights
Check-In 5:00PM
Check-Out 10:00AM
Tax €3.00 per person/per day
Sec. Deposit €8000
Sec. Deposit Due Deposit required prior to check-in via electronic transfer to owner
Sec. Deposit Returned Refund of deposit by owner within 7 days after stay
Cancellation Policy Strict
The guest will receive a refund if the booking is canceled within 24 hours of making the reservation (grace period). After that, the reservation is non-refundable. All refunds are subject to a credit card fee of up to 3.5%.
Covid-19 Policy
Only in the event the cancellation is a direct result of the pandemic (government orders the stoppage of vacation rentals or the authorities decide to restrict travel from the country of origin or to the country where the property is located), guests will be given the opportunity to receive full credit for their reservation if they rebook within one year. If the guest is unable to take the credit, the guest will receive a full refund if the booking is canceled at least 14 days before the arrival
Notes MISCELLANEOUS FACILITIES Wifi inside/outside Electric buggy Electric bikes Air conditioning throughout the villa Paddle Petanque pitch Separate bedroom Electric charging point Sound system

Services included Cleaning day(s) : Daily (except Saturday and Sunday) Number of hour(s) : 2 hours Price per additional hour of cleaning if required : 35,00 € Pool maintenance every Friday Garden maintenance as required Change of sheets and towels: mid-week except for one-week stays Kitchen basics, toiletries and toiletries for the start of your stay Please note that additional services can be provided and set up at the request of the tenant after confirmation of the booking. They will be set up by Agence Lehmann Immobilier's concierge service under the responsibility and payment of the client. Special conditions ● The house is non-smoking inside ● Pets are not allowed ● Children under the age of 16 are not allowed to use the electric buggy. ● In the interests of neighbourliness, the volume of music and the times at which it is played must comply with the Porto-Vecchio municipal by-law.

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