THE HISTORY OF PORTO RAFAEL
Porto Rafael is a fairy tale born from a dream of Count Rafael Neville. It is said that he moved from Malaga to Paris to perfect his architectural studies, and then, instead, he was won by his passion for dance.
One night, he had a vision: a small beach with few fishermen’s houses and extraordinary vegetation, a blue sea with a view that opened onto other wonderful islands.
When he woke up, he started looking for that enchanting place he had dreamed of.
He left for Nice, then for Corsica, and finally arrived in Sardinia.
He followed the coast to Maddalena, and from there, he arrived in a place, to say the least, fairy. He stopped and exclaimed, “This is the place I dreamed of”.
Porto Rafael was born like this!
Because Porto Rafael is not only “Dreaming is Living”, it is not only a “Paradise of Nature”, it is not only the “Charm that Excites” but it is also the opportunity to deepen a culture that is millennial history, the opportunity to live a scenario that makes you seem that everything belongs only to you …
THE PIAZZETTA RAFAEL DE NEVILLE
It is the history of the culture of Porto Rafael, where the sweet life of the 60s has traced the custom of meeting each year to tell each other about moments, projects, and emotions of one’s life.
In a romantic and, at the same time, joyful atmosphere, both musical and cultural events were the protagonists of an engaging and highly participatory way of being together. Events that have been an expression of joy and participation and, at the same time, have been the setting for parties that have become legends.
Count Rafael's personality has signed the story that tells a long and unforgettable fairy tale of love.
THE FORTRESS OF MONTE ALTURA
It was built in 1887/89 to defend the coast and the archipelago of La Maddalena; it is considered the most beautiful fortress in Europe.
At that time, A highly strategic point was the Tyrrhenian Sea defense from French naval military actions.
Punta Sardegna lighthouse
A cage that science calls “Faraday cage” envelops the entire building; its architectural values enhance the beauty that stands out on the rocks and its extraordinary panoramic position increases its charm.
Since 1913, the year in which the civil engineer built it, several specialists called “fanalists” who managed the lighthouse have followed one another with their families. From this, we can understand the presence of cast iron downpipes for the collection and disposal of rainwater.
In 1975, the Italian Navy automated its reporting systems. Today, the lighthouse is home to the Coastal Observatory.
The little port of Punta Stroppello
In a unique position opens the little Port of Punta Stroppello which houses boats of great prestige from all over the world.
A corner of paradise that houses the Yacht Club of Punta Sardegna and from where you can attend international level regattas such as the Mario Formenton Trophy, a historic event for those who love sailing.
It is organized in August every two years in memory of Mario Formenton who was President of Mondadori.
The route is one of the most suggestive and has the islands of the archipelago as its backdrop.
It starts from Porto Rafael sailing between Budelli and Spargi and then returns to Porto Rafael. A path of about 20 miles.
The sport
Tennis and sailing… moments in which sport is combined with experiencing the beauty of this area. A green tennis court that excites, near the sea, among granite rocks that cut out representations as if they were sculptures; Illuminated in the evening for an unimaginable setting.
A few steps away is the sailing center of Porto Pollo, a destination for sailors and windsurfers. A naturalistic paradise caressed by the wind that tells its beauty. Wind surf, surf, sup, kite-surf and sailing manage the emotions that the sea transmits to us.
Famous beaches
To learn about the most beautiful beaches in the area, within walking distance of the house, visit this page.
La Maddalena Archipelago
The La Maddalena Archipelago and its islands are a collection of splendid treasures covered and guarded by a sea that almost expresses a protective embrace.
For more information visit this page.
