Sole Photo Tour

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		As the sun sets behind the fabled Isle of Capri, a ferry approaches Amalfi. A dolphin breaks the surface of the Mediterranean sea. It is time to raise a glass of local Lacrima Cristi (tears of Christ) wine and toast another glorious day in Sorrento.
		The Sole Villa is on the second and third floors above the garages. The Mare Villa is just above the garages.
		Villa Sole consists of two pieces. The main villa is on the right. On the left is the "dependence" another small villa with two bedrooms and baths as well as its own terrace, but no pool. In low season the dependence can be rented separately, but in the mid and high season they are rented together. Villas Sole and Mare share a private stairway to the sea that is found in the arched area at the lowest level. Villa Sole has four parking spaces, two inside garages and two outside.
		Here is the entrance of Villa Sole. the three windows to the right of the main door are in the living room. Below are the steps from the garage level up to the Villa.

		Bougainville with its purple flowers entwines the ornamental railings at the entry and is found around the villa.
		The road that winds down from the cliff is lined with villas. How lucky are Villa Sola guests who can stay at the level closest to the sea.
		Touring from the outside in, starting with the terrace where you will be spending so much time. A rattan table and chairs gather outside the living room.
		Looking across the pool towards the back of the property, you can see the private staircase up to the road above. The landscaping delights with a variety of foliage and flowers. During your stay the terrace will be swept of fallen leaves.
		The views from Villa Sole are the natural, calming antidote to high blood pressure.
		At the back of the property is a covered terrace outside the kitchen area. It has its own charming cloister colonnade.
		Outdoor dining is an important part of your enjoyment. Linger over your meals and enjoy the view of the grounds and pool.
		The Madonna floats on clouds over a seaside village while an ox kneels outside a grotto I know, I already showed this shot, but it was so nice to frame the ferry and Capri in a window.
		As you can see, we photographed in the late afternoon and by the time we reached the seaside, the light was gone. But, from just above you see the seawalls protecting the private bathing area for Villa Sole and the other 8 or 9 villas nearby. When you get to the bottom of the sea stairs you find a private shower, bathroom and changing room and a clean covered area where you can hang out near the water but out of the sun. Along the base of the cliff is a concrete platform for sunbathing and steps into the water. A housekeeper puts out lounge chairs for guests.
		Finally, inside, and the entry area that can also serve as a dining area for a small group. Straight ahead is the kitchen that was being renovated when we visited. Stairs rise to the second floor that has two bedrooms and a small terrace
		The living room with clouds of white fabric and rattan overlooks the sea.
		Fine antiques such as these etageres on either side of the windows are found throughout Villa Sole. Enjoy an extensive collection of exotic sea shells.
		In the master bedroom traditional, antique bedsteads are used together to hold a queen-sized mattress. An antique armoire joins in to take you back in time. This quiet room reminded me of dreams I have of exploring my grandparents rambling summer home when I was a child.
		The master bedroom has its own sitting area in the tower and a private sea view balcony. I imagine waking up with the sunrise and walking across the cool tile floors to the terrace to enjoy the dawning sea in a billowing white linen night gown. A rollaway bed can be placed in this area to accommodate an extra person, bringing the bed count of this part of the villa to six.
		Italian artistic expression extends to tiles and this villa delights with various colors and designs.
		On the second level is the second bedroom, a single with a private patio outside its French doors.
		The small bathroom for the single bedroom with its pretty tiling.
		Below the master bedroom is the third bedroom with a rattan sofa in the curve. The vine covered arches echo Maxfield Parish dreamscapes
		Twin mattresses can be made up as one extra wide Queen or twins.
		The second part of Villa Sole is a full apartment of its own. It has a large, comfy living room, dining area and separate kitchen. The kitchen and bedrooms were being renovated when we visited.
		Buttery ochre in the floor tiles sets off the cloud white upholstery. The sofa opens to sleep two.
		Meticulous landscaping extends to this charming collection of potted cacti.
		Bring the children. There is a small, covered terrace with a tiny playhouse and little merry go round. There is a gate on this area to keep little ones safe.

As the sun sets behind the fabled Isle of Capri, a ferry approaches Amalfi. A dolphin breaks the surface of the Mediterranean sea. It is time to raise a glass of local Lacrima Cristi (tears of Christ) wine and toast another glorious day in Sorrento.

The Sole Villa is on the second and third floors above the garages. The Mare Villa is just above the garages.

Villa Sole consists of two pieces. The main villa is on the right. On the left is the "dependence" another small villa with two bedrooms and baths as well as its own terrace, but no pool. In low season the dependence can be rented separately, but in the mid and high season they are rented together.

Villas Sole and Mare share a private stairway to the sea that is found in the arched area at the lowest level.

Villa Sole has four parking spaces, two inside garages and two outside.

Here is the entrance of Villa Sole. the three windows to the right of the main door are in the living room. Below are the steps from the garage level up to the Villa.

Bougainville with its purple flowers entwines the ornamental railings at the entry and is found around the villa.

The road that winds down from the cliff is lined with villas. How lucky are Villa Sola guests who can stay at the level closest to the sea.

Touring from the outside in, starting with the terrace where you will be spending so much time. A rattan table and chairs gather outside the living room.

Looking across the pool towards the back of the property, you can see the private staircase up to the road above.

The landscaping delights with a variety of foliage and flowers. During your stay the terrace will be swept of fallen leaves.

The views from Villa Sole are the natural, calming antidote to high blood pressure.

At the back of the property is a covered terrace outside the kitchen area. It has its own charming cloister colonnade.

Outdoor dining is an important part of your enjoyment. Linger over your meals and enjoy the view of the grounds and pool.

The Madonna floats on clouds over a seaside village while an ox kneels outside a grotto

I know, I already showed this shot, but it was so nice to frame the ferry and Capri in a window.

As you can see, we photographed in the late afternoon and by the time we reached the seaside, the light was gone. But, from just above you see the seawalls protecting the private bathing area for Villa Sole and the other 8 or 9 villas nearby.

Finally, inside, and the entry area that can also serve as a dining area for a small group. Straight ahead is the kitchen that was being renovated when we visited.

Stairs rise to the second floor that has two bedrooms and a small terrace

The living room with clouds of white fabric and rattan overlooks the sea.

Fine antiques such as these etageres on either side of the windows are found throughout Villa Sole. Enjoy an extensive collection of exotic sea shells.

In the master bedroom traditional, antique bedsteads are used together to hold a queen-sized mattress. An antique armoire joins in to take you back in time. This quiet room reminded me of dreams I have of exploring my grandparents rambling summer home when I was a child.

The master bedroom has its own sitting area in the tower and a private sea view balcony. I imagine waking up with the sunrise and walking across the cool tile floors to the terrace to enjoy the dawning sea in a billowing white linen night gown.

A rollaway bed can be placed in this area to accommodate an extra person, bringing the bed count of this part of the villa to six.

Italian artistic expression extends to tiles and this villa delights with various colors and designs.

On the second level is the second bedroom, a single with a private patio outside its French doors.

The small bathroom for the single bedroom with its pretty tiling.

Below the master bedroom is the third bedroom with a rattan sofa in the curve. The vine covered arches echo Maxfield Parish dreamscapes

Twin mattresses can be made up as one extra wide Queen or twins.

The second part of Villa Sole is a full apartment of its own. It has a large, comfy living room, dining area and separate kitchen. The kitchen and bedrooms were being renovated when we visited.

Buttery ochre in the floor tiles sets off the cloud white upholstery. The sofa opens to sleep two.

Meticulous landscaping extends to this charming collection of potted cacti.

Bring the children. There is a small, covered terrace with a tiny playhouse and little merry go round. There is a gate on this area to keep little ones safe.