Villa Elario is one of the most exclusive villas on Italy's Amalfi Coast. Sleeping up to 24 guests in divine surroundings, the villa is the perfect choice for those travelling with a larger group for a trip you will remember for a lifetime.

This attractive home was built in the late 1700s by merchants who needed uninterrupted views of their ships setting off to sea. It is a historic villa constructed and decorated to the highest of standards, and its stunning interiors, packed with hand-painted frescoes, have been carefully maintained to this day. The four floors of the villa are filled with fine art, warm and inviting colours, and antiques, creating a lovely environment.

The home offers eight spacious en-suite bedrooms to guests as well as two attic suites, which are a recent addition to the home and boast a more modern style. These suites have two bedrooms each and would suit small families within your group as you can have your children in the next room. All of the other bedrooms open out onto furnished terraces with amazing sea views, the ideal spot for sipping your morning coffee and enjoying a moment of tranquillity before the day begins.

When you all wish to gather together over dinner or drinks in the evening, several expansive, beautifully furnished living rooms and atmospheric-covered dining terraces are well-lit and heated at night.

The garden has three vast sea-view terraces, lawns, dining spaces and a private infinity pool where you can enjoy a refreshing dip. Villa Elario is just over a kilometre from the centre of Positano, one of the Amalfi Coast's best-loved towns. The town is lined by world-class sandy beaches where you can relax on a shaded lounger at a seasonal beach club or swim in the clear sea. The closest beach to the villa, which is also the largest in the area, is Spiaggia Grande, but there are quieter swimming coves available if you would prefer a serene, natural cove. 

Villa Elario sits in a picture-perfect location, nestled in the hillside above Positano on Italy's stunning Amalfi Coast. The spacious house looks down on the town and the azure sea below.

When visiting the Amalfi Coast, you will be surrounded by a wealth of sandy beaches where you can spend your days unwinding in the sun and sipping cocktails. There are plenty of beaches to choose from; the largest is Spiaggia Grande, which is around 1km away. It has fantastic views of the town above and is lined with exclusive beach clubs.

The coastline is dotted with many beaches, where you can try out water sports, swim in the clear sea, or take boat trips. If you are looking for a smaller, peaceful cove, you could also try Fornillo Beach, which is just over 1km away.

Positano is one of the Amalfi Coast's most iconic towns and is a wonderful place to have so nearby. In addition to its beaches, it also offers gorgeous beaches and a charming medieval centre filled with historic pastel-coloured buildings and shops. There are numerous attractions in town, such as the brilliant Roman Archaeological Museum and the staggering Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta, which is a 13th-century church with Byzantine religious art and a domed roof.

Positano is also a delightful place to wander and take in the sights as you stroll through the mostly pedestrianised streets. If you wish to take home some gifts then locally made sandals and Limoncello would be great choices and you can pick these up at small artisan shops. As the sun sets, Positano is packed with bars and restaurants you can visit, whether you are looking for a small trattoria, a Michelin-starred restaurant or a lively nightclub.

Another unmissable attraction is the famous archaeological site of Pompeii, which is 35km away. You can choose to drive over yourself or book a coach tour. Pompeii has been frozen in time since the volcanic eruption in 79AD, meaning you can see the buildings, streets, and even the people of Pompeii exactly as they were as Mount Vesuvius erupted.

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