Seaside stay .You'll find Southern Corsica Beaches and Plage Piscona within a 15-minute walk of this Olmeto villa. Plage Scodi Neri and Plage Abbartello are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Southern Corsica Beaches - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Plage Piscona - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Plage Scodi Neri - 10 min drive - 1.4 miles
Plage Abbartello - 11 min drive - 2.1 miles
Portigliolo Beach - 34 min drive - 14.0 miles
Getting around
Ajaccio Station - 53 min drive
Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) - 75 min drive
Restaurants
Le Corsaire - 15 min drive
Riva Bella - 14 min drive
Le Rescator - 14 min drive
La Source - 12 min drive
Crêperie Sole e Mare - 14 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests
A contemporary architect-designed villa set on a private 3-hectare estate, Casa Cuntorba overlooks the Gulf of Valinco with a 180° sea view from every room. Less than a kilometre from the first beaches, surrounded by unspoilt Corsican maquis.
Your stay is taken care of from the moment you arrive: personalised welcome at the villa, gourmet basket of local Corsican products, bed linen and towels provided and refreshed throughout your stay, regular cleaning included, concierge service available at all times. Hotel comfort, the freedom of a private villa.
THE PROPERTY
King-size master suite with en-suite bathroom, three flexible bedrooms (beds configurable as singles or doubles to suit your group), two additional bathrooms. Fully equipped kitchen open onto a bright, spacious living room. Room-by-room air conditioning.
Large panoramic terrace recently extended, with a pergola — the
perfect outdoor living space for al fresco dining and evenings overlooking the Gulf of Valinco. Full laundry room (washing
machine, dryer).
High-speed Starlink satellite internet — reliable and stable, suitable for remote work. Beach equipment provided: parasols, towels, bodyboards, full snorkelling sets.
Outdoor games (table tennis, badminton, mölkky, football goals) and board games available.
New in 2026: Corsican and Mediterranean/Levantine cookbooks (Ottolenghi)
BEACHES AND THE REGION
Olmeto's beaches (Tenutella, Scodi Neri, Capicciolo) are less than a kilometre away. Propriano and Porto-Pollo are 15 minutes by car for restaurants, water sports and boat trips. The Gulf of Valinco is home to some of the wildest coves in southern Corsica, reachable by kayak.
For hikers: the Mare e Monti Sud trail passes nearby; the Campomoro Tower and its coastal paths are 30 minutes away; the Bavella Needles and Alta Rocca are an hour's drive.
For history lovers: the neolithic site of Cuntorba is right on the doorstep. Filitosa 25 minutes away, Cauria's standing stone alignments 40 minutes, Bonifacio and the Bouches de Bonifacio
(UNESCO) 1 hour.
New in 2026: A digital guide and phone app providing geolocated recommendations for places to visit, activities, restaurants, and local food and craft producers.
OPTIONAL SERVICES (on request)
Breakfast prepared and served at the villa, grocery delivery before
arrival, airport transfers (Ajaccio or Figari, 1h), babysitter,
personal trainer or yoga instructor. Activity bookings throughout
the region: snorkelling, boat trips, horse trekking, sea fishing,
skydiving, Baracci and Caldane thermal springs.
PLEASE NOTE
All living areas are on the upper floor, accessible by stairs only
— the villa is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
Access is via a country road (not recommended for very low vehicles
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
General
At least 80% organic food
Bed sheets changed on request
Double-glazed windows
Electric car charging station
Garden
Recycling
Some LED lighting used
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,776 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
667312
Frequently asked questions
How close is Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests to the airport?
This villa is 29.2 mi (75-min drive) away from the Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests to the beach?
This villa is a short 10-minute walk from Southern Corsica Beaches and 10-minute walk from Plage Piscona. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests?
No, there is no casino at this villa.
What time is check-in at Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests have a pool?
This villa does not have a pool.
Does Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Architect Villa · Valinco Gulf · 3ha · 8 guests to downtown Olmeto?