Casa M

INSIDE

Accommodation at Casa M is spread over a two-storey main house with two independent guest suites accessed from a small internal courtyard.

Built in 1888 as an agricultural home for previous generations of shepherds, Casa M is now a luxurious 21st-century home that welcomes guests with a warm embrace. The property's original architectural elements remain in pride of place, providing an atmospheric canvas onto which contemporary furniture, fittings, and lighting have been discreetly superimposed. Exposed pale stone walls run throughout, flowing organically into similarly soft dove-grey tile floors, and whitewashed wood-beamed ceilings. The overall effect is one of harmony, airiness and tranquillity.

The main entrance leads into the heart of the home, an impressive open-plan communal area that sets the blueprint for the rest of the property. To the left side of this generously proportioned, lofty-ceilinged space is a sitting area with a pair of pastel blue sofas, divided by a bespoke thick-cut wood coffee table, and overlooked by an impressive white brick fireplace. To the right, a bright, well-equipped kitchen with a convivial central island that doubles as the indoor dining area, and French doors that stream in the light.

Back in the living area, another set of French doors provide access to the rear internal courtyard, complete with an olive tree and al fresco lounge seating. Two of the casa’s bedrooms are accessed through independent entrances from this little courtyard. Both are doubles with king-size beds that can be separated into twins, and with ensuite bathrooms.

Accommodation at Casa M is completed by the upper floor of the main house, which hosts the remaining two double bedrooms, each with a king size bed and its own en-suite shower room. This upper floor is accessed via a flight of external stone steps near the main entrance to the property.

OUTSIDE

With its extensive wraparound stone-carpeted terrace, Casa M’s al fresco areas are wonderfully secluded and tranquil, and offer guests plenty of options for lounging, dining, and enjoying convivial moments together.

Extending along the rear façade of the main house is a comfortably furnished sitting area where guests spend many an hour chatting, sipping on a coffee, or relaxing with a book. Next to it, and conveniently served by a wood-burning barbecue, a most convivial shaded dining area – all in all the perfect spot for sunset aperitif and long dinners under the Dalmatian stars.

Without doubt, the focal point of your al fresco life at Casa M will be the uniquely splendid partially-enclosed, heatable pool, which was built within the remains of an older agricultural cottage. Sandwiched between the pool terrace and the dining terrace is the hot tub, numerous cushioned bean-bag style loungers, and an outdoor shower. Spending lazy evenings at Casa M is all too easy to get used to.