Testimonials

We had a wonderful stay at U Castellu!

This house is spacious, very well-appointed and can easily accommodate 10 people (5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, toilet and exterior shower). The pool is very nice, the garden is both shaded and sunny, there is something for everyone ! The location of the house, a few steps from the beach, is extremely practical. Saving the best for last: the terrace with the extraordinary view of the Gulf of Ajaccio, the Sanguinaires islands... and the sunsets, each more beautiful than the next ! We had a wonderful 3 weeks, big thanks to Adele and Carole for their discreet but very effective follow-up!

U Castellu - A Haven of Peace

We are sincerely delighted with our 3 weeks of our summer vacation in the beautiful and charming villa of Adele Bozza. The villa is very well equipped and spacious in a quiet and unspoiled location with a fantastic sea view and breathtaking sunsets from the terrace where we have spent all our evenings admiring the view and a perfect sized swimming pool in the garden area ...moreover it is only a few minutes walking from the local beach where our son is taking his first surfing lessons - and not far from another beautiful beach « Mare e Sole » - we rapidly felt at our ease thanks to both Adele Bozza and Carole (managing the rental on site) with whom contact have been very easy and reassuring from the start. We can only warmly recommend you a stay at U Castellu in Portigliolo !

Wonderful Family Celebration at U Castellu!

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with our two kids their spouses and 5 grandkids. It was perfect!! Great location-walked to the beach every day. Pool was great. Villa was just perfect.

U Castellu is a gem!

Corsica is an island of beauty and U Castellu is a wonderful base from which to discover it. Located in the charming beach town of Portigliolo, about 45 mins south of Ajaccio, the villa features stunning views of mountains and sea, outdoor living with a wrap around terrace, and outdoor pool, shower and garden, a well appointed kitchen, attractive master suite and a functional set of rooms that accommodates a small or large group looking for a base from which to discover southern Corsica and all within walking distance to the beach! Wow! We highly recommend this property.    

It is always a pleasure to share our Corsican home with families who appreciate the amazing beauty of this Mediterranean island - who love to explore the varied beaches on the southwest side of the island as well as the central mountain ranges.  I agree that U Castellu is a welcoming base for exploration as well as a place for catching sun by our private pool or resting on our terrace to enjoy the view across the Golfe d'Ajaccio and spectacular sunsets.  We hope this French-American family returns again. 

Thank you!

Adele

A very beautiful property, great location and very enjoyable.

The villa is well-equipped and comfortable with a magnificent view. The bedrooms are a good size and well-designed with 3 bathrooms. The swimming pool and the nearby sea (5 min walk to the beach) make it ideal for a family summer vacation. We were two families with teenagers; we recommend this villa.

A week in Paradise that words cannot describe!

Upon arriving at U Castellu, we immediately fell in love with this beautiful five bedroom villa. As soon as we walked in we were greeted with spectacular panoramic views of the Gulf of Ajaccio and the mountains of Corsica. From the stunning and unobstructed view from the terrace, you can see the local beach (which is a 5 minute walk) and the scenic winding coastline. As we continued our tour of the villa we entered the spacious master bedroom which is located on the top floor and shares the same great views as the terrace. The master also has its own private bath. Down a flight of stairs there were four more good-sized bedrooms - each bedroom has french doors that lead out to the garden and lovely pool. Two good sized baths, and a laundry room complete the bottom floor. Coming back upstairs, we realized just how spacious the living room is with a cozy fireplace and cathedral ceiling. We did not notice this when we first walked in because we were overcome with the views. The kitchen is very functional with all of the amenities you have at home. The biggest complement to the kitchen is the built-in grill on the terrace. We barbequed chicken, fresh fish and steak while we were there and sat out on the terrace in the large eating area for breakfast, lunch and dinner, enjoying the gorgeous views. As we walked outside to stick our feet in the pool we found an outdoor shower that ended up to be a primary source of showering even the though the showers inside were updated and quite attractive. This villa is handsomely decorated and impeccably clean and lacks nothing. Our only regret was that we had plans to continue our tour of France and could not stay longer. If you are looking for a romantic get-away or a family vacation for 10, U Castellu will not disappoint! Thank you for a most enjoyable stay.

The perfect vacation for all of us!

Leaving U Castellu in good order was the least we could do ;-) I have finally found the time to write a short – but very positive - review. We – a party of five adults and two children – all agree that this place is the most beautiful we have ever stayed in. The views are totally stunning and we miss it a lot. :-) The house itself was just perfect. Everything worked very well. Excellent location. The kids – in particular – loved the pool. Great contact with Carole (the housekeeper) - she is so positive and nice. All in all - the perfect vacation for all of us! We would love to return again to this Corsican peace of heaven :-) Warmest regards from all of us.

Beautiful property with a breath-taking view

Six guests from around the U.S. met in Corsica to celebrate a milestone birthday. We cannot wait to go back! We selected U Castellu because of its location and the generous amenities at the villa. The week was spent swimming, shopping for local ingredients for our meals, hiking, walking, talking, and enjoying fine Corsican wines. The sunsets were memorable, and the villa is clean and full of every modern convenience needed to make for a perfect vacation. Our questions were answered by owner Adele prior to our arrival so that our stay was comfortable and inspiring. We ate at several local restaurants and enjoyed fresh seafood every day. I suggest side trips to Bonifacio (ancient walled city) and Bastia, as well as Napolean's home in Ajaccio. The entire island is rich with history and beautiful people who welcomed us.

U Castella was a delight.

"The listing was very accurate and extremely clean and tidy. Adele was absolutely great; she answered all of our questions quickly accurately and efficiently. The facilities were perfect, with plenty of space for our party of 9. The balcony leading from the lounge was a magnificent space to sit and eat or relax with superb views into the bay and beyond. Wonderful sunsets too! The pool was especially popular and its safety alarm was appreciated. We found the villa catered for all our needs. We tended to shop when out, and as we enjoyed cooking in the well equipped kitchen, this meant that we didn't actually try any restaurants! We did however use the pizza takeaway a few minutes drive towards Porticcio. The nearby beaches were quiet and child friendly with silver sand and turquoise sea. We would not hesitate to recommend U Castellu."

Wonderful location, great property and a very friendly owner. Perfect for a large family vacation.

I was looking for a place which would accommodate my family from my 80 years old father to my 10 years old son. This was the perfect solution. The house is spacious, well-equipped, the teenager could stay connected, the kitchen was perfect to cook for 8, the kids could play in the pool or walk to the beach. The location is both off the main traffic and close enough to have access to all shops and amenities. It is also close enough to be a base for day trip and cover most of South Corsica. The guidebook that the owner provides is very comprehensive and includes good suggestions for dining out. To top it, the owner is extremely responsive and very friendly. This was just the perfect solution and I definitely will come back.

Views you'll remember the whole year

"This was the third time that my family and our friends (8 people total, of which 5 are children, including 4 15+ teens) stayed at U Castellu and it felt like coming home. The house is just the right size for our group (we could even fit in an extra kid if we had one), and the kitchen is well equipped. We had long, languorous dinners on the terrace every evening, watching the sun go down and the geckos come out. The house itself is comfortable and breezy; it never gets too hot because of the location up on the cliff. The fact that the kids can walk alone down to the beach or the little shop for croissants is a big bonus for us, as it means adults can stay up at the house and read, lounge by the wonderful pool, or (alas) work. From U Castellu we often venture out in different directions. Filitosa and Sartene can be reached in a couple hours in the south, and Ajaccio is about an hour or so north. There are lots of outdoor activities (e.g. an excellent zipline park and canyoning) in the Forest of Vero, about 20 minutes north of Ajaccio. We'll keep our memories alive over the long Boston winter and hope to go back next year."

A fantastic holiday home - life there was a joy.

"This is a wonderful holiday home. It has ample room and is well appointed with all the things you'd ever need. A great barbecue. Good sized rooms. A really nice pool. And of course the views are just stunning with some of the best sunsets I've ever seen."