Waterfront Homes: Picturesque Villa in Porto Rafael, Sardinia, Italy

This sprawling villa sits at the heart of Porto Rafael, within walking distance of the village's picturesque Piazzetta. The property includes three structures, a main manor house with two additional wings. Surrounded by lush foliage, the luxurious home has a sweeping, panoramic view.

White stucco, terra cotta tile and lush foliage characterize this Mediterranean villa, making it a picture-perfect fit for its Porto Rafael setting. Native plants surround the three-building property, called Villa Bianca, that's located within steps of Porto Rafael's picturesque Piazzetta.

White walls, spartan furnishings and exotic, native art give an understated elegance to this Porto Rafael hideaway, allowing the beautiful Mediterranean view to shine. Large windows and wide doorways bring in loads of natural light into this dining room and connect the space to its serene surroundings.

A pair of white, nubby sofas and a fluffy white rug mirror the textured white walls in this living space, which features stunning views of the Mediterranean vista beyond. The home, a three-building villa in the town of Porto Rafael, features a neutral palette and spartan style that keeps the focus on the multitude of openings to the outdoors, allowing the view to become the home's true focal point.

A wing of this Mediterranean terrace juts out into the lush Sardinian landscape to offer sweeping views of the crisp blue sea. The terra cotta color of the tile extends onto the cushions of a built-in bench, as well as the warm wood roof of the covered veranda. This three-building villa rests at the heart of the village of Porto Rafael, just steps from the picturesque Piazzetta.

A wing of this Mediterranean terrace juts out into the lush Sardinian landscape to offer sweeping views of the crisp blue sea. The terra cotta color of the tile extends onto the cushions of a built-in bench, as well as the warm wood roof of the covered veranda. This three-building villa rests at the heart of the village of Porto Rafael, just steps from the picturesque Piazzetta.

Benches are built right into the curving perimeter wall of this Porto Rafael veranda, creating a great spot for lounging and enjoying the gorgeous Mediterranean views. The property includes three villas, one main manor and two annexes, all nestled into the lush Sardinian landscape.

A sinuous, white veranda offers a spot for dining al fresco, with a view of the beautiful blue hues of the Mediterranean. This villa in Porto Rafael is nestled amidst lush Mediterranean foliage and offers direct beach access and stunning, panoramic views.

A uniquely angled space creates a cozy guest room in this Mediterranean hideaway, situated in the village of Porto Rafael. Sparse furnishings and neutral fabrics keep the focus on the view through the casement window and the doorway to a cozy waterfront deck.