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Luxury Villa Rentals in Porto Cervo
Villas above the granite coves of the Costa Smeralda, a short drive from the marina and the piazzetta
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Granite, juniper and a sea the colour of bottle glass
Porto Cervo did not grow up slowly like most Mediterranean harbours. It was built on purpose in the 1960s, after Prince Karim Aga Khan and a group of friends formed a consortium in 1962 to develop this empty stretch of north-eastern Sardinia. The result is the Costa Smeralda: low, ochre and terracotta buildings tucked into pink granite, with maquis and wild olive running down to coves of startlingly clear water.
Our Porto Cervo collection runs to 37 villas, from two-bedroom houses with gardens close to Capriccioli to large villas with private pools and sea views around Romazzino, Pantogia and the hills of Abbiadori, the largest with 9 bedrooms. Several look out towards the islands of the Maddalena archipelago.
Below you will find where to stay, what to do away from the marina, and when the coast is at its best.
Porto Cervo at a glance
- Villas
- 37 on and around the Costa Smeralda, with up to 9 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £4,200 to £9,700 a week, from around £1,900
- Best areas
- Porto Cervo village, Pantogia, Abbiadori, Romazzino and Capriccioli
- Best time
- June and September for warm sea and fewer crowds; July and August for the full season
- Airport
- Olbia Costa Smeralda, around 30 km away, a drive of roughly 30 to 40 minutes
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Rent Villa Le Pernici – Baglioni Italy7 bedrooms
Rent Villa Magnificent Sardinia9 bedrooms
Villa I Fenicotteri | 6-Bedroom Villa in Olbia Porto Rotondo6 bedrooms
Villa Mannena | 7-Bedroom Villa in Sassari Cannigione7 bedroomsWhere to stay in Porto Cervo
Porto Cervo village and Abbiadori for the marina and restaurants, Pantogia for quiet hillside villas just to the north, and Romazzino and Capriccioli for the best beaches on the coast.
A harbour built for sailors, with a piazzetta for everyone else
The heart of Porto Cervo is small. A piazzetta, a few arcaded lanes and the Promenade du Port, lined with fashion houses, lead down to a marina that takes some of the largest yachts in the Mediterranean. Above it all stands the white church of Stella Maris, which holds a Mater Dolorosa attributed to El Greco.
The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, founded by the Aga Khan, hosts the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup each September, when the harbour fills with racing boats the size of small buildings. Villas in the village itself and in Abbiadori, on the hill behind, put dinner within an easy walk or a very short drive.
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Coves of white sand between the rocks
The beaches here are mostly small and sheltered, set between granite headlands carved by the wind. Capriccioli is a pair of coves backed by juniper, Romazzino is named after the rosemary that grows behind it, and the Spiaggia del Principe, reached on foot along a path, is said to have been the Aga Khan's favourite. Liscia Ruja, further south, is one of the longest stretches of sand on the coast.
Pantogia, just north of the village, is a quieter, residential hillside with villas looking over the sea, and an easy drive from both the marina and the beaches of Baja Sardinia.
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Islands, giants' tombs and a working fishing harbour
The great day out is by boat to the Maddalena archipelago, a national park of granite islands, shallow lagoons and water that runs from turquoise to deep blue. Garibaldi spent his last years on Caprera, and his house there is now a museum.
Inland, around Arzachena, Gallura is full of Bronze Age sites, including the nuraghe of La Prisgiona and the giants' tomb of Coddu Vecchiu. Cannigione, on the Gulf of Arzachena, is a more down-to-earth harbour town with a fish market and boats to the islands. The Pevero Golf Club, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr, sits above the bay of Cala di Volpe.
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Vermentino, seadas and the long September
Gallura makes Vermentino di Gallura, the only DOCG wine in Sardinia, and a cold glass of it with grilled fish or a plate of bottarga is the right way to end a day on the water. Inland, look for porceddu, suckling pig roasted slowly over myrtle and juniper, and seadas, fried pastry filled with cheese and drizzled with honey. Finish with a glass of mirto.
July and August are the height of the season, glamorous and busy. June and September are calmer, with the sea still warm and the regattas in full swing. Our concierge can arrange boat charters to the islands, tee times at Pevero, restaurant tables and transfers from Olbia.
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Villa Annabella Italy4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £8,582 a week
Stazzo Donnigheddu | 4-Bedroom Villa in Sassari Porto Cervo4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £8,122 a week
Villa Gemma Italy8 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £7,968 a week
Villa Sughera Italy4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £7,795 a week
Villa Capparis | 4-Bedroom Villa in Sassari Porto Cervo4 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £7,474 a week
Casa Zara & Quercia Italy7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £7,052 a week
Villa Punta Est Italy6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £6,988 a week
La Randa | 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Porto Cervo5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £6,805 a weekWhy book your Porto Cervo villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
The Costa Smeralda's villas are scattered across granite hillsides with few roads between them, and we know which are a short walk from a beach and which are a short drive from the piazzetta. With 37 properties in Porto Cervo, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Boat charters to the Maddalena islands, tee times at Pevero, restaurant reservations in Porto Cervo, regatta week planning, car hire and transfers from Olbia. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay near Porto Cervo?
Porto Cervo village and Abbiadori suit those who want the marina and restaurants close by. Pantogia is quieter and residential, just north of the village, while Romazzino and Capriccioli put you nearest to the best beaches.
When is the best time to visit Porto Cervo?
June and September are the best months for warm seas, long days and fewer crowds. July and August bring the full social season, and the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup takes place each September.
Can you visit the Maddalena islands from Porto Cervo?
Yes. The Maddalena archipelago, a national park of granite islands and clear lagoons, is a short boat ride away, and private charters can leave from Porto Cervo or Cannigione. Our concierge can book a boat for the day.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Porto Cervo?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Porto Cervo cost?
Across our 37 villas in Porto Cervo, weekly rates typically range from £4,200 to £9,700, with the most affordable from around £1,900 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Porto Cervo?
Olbia Costa Smeralda airport is around 30 km away, a drive of roughly 30 to 40 minutes, with direct summer flights from the UK. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there villas in Porto Cervo for large groups?
Yes. Our Porto Cervo collection includes properties with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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