Secluded but far from reclusive, this elegant villa is stepped into the hillside above St. Stephano, quietly cushioned among mature trees, yet within easy reach of the pretty harbour village below.

Villa Felicia stands out from the crowd with its crimson walls, colonnaded terraces and mosaic infinity pool and jacuzzi. Inside, on the contrary is decorated in neutral shades with a minimalist, contemporary feel. Air-conditioned throughout, the villa’s open-plan kitchen/dining room is on a raised level with doors to an al fresco sitting room terrace overlooking the beautiful bay. Below, at either side of the swimming pool – so ideal for a morning dip, two double bedrooms are each privately accessed only from the garden.

The top floor of the house is shared by a third double bedroom and the master suite, which opens on to a balcony with blissful views; while outside, paved paths lead through lawned gardens to a dining area under the trees. The shops, beach and harbour-front tavernas of St Stephano are a short drive away.