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Villa Gancia
VILLA GANCIA
A Historic Island Residence Between Sea and Forest
Introduction
There are villas that offer a beautiful place to stay, and others that tell a story.
Villa Gancia belongs to the latter.
One of Ischia’s historic residences, the villa preserves the atmosphere of an elegant Mediterranean home shaped by generations of island life, art and craftsmanship. Hand-painted majolica tiles, beautifully furnished rooms and generous living spaces give the property a distinctive character that feels authentic rather than designed.
Set in the prestigious Belvedere di Zaro, surrounded by nature and overlooking Forio and Ischia’s western coastline, Villa Gancia offers a rare combination of history, privacy, sea views and the extraordinary sunsets for which this side of the island is famous.
The Villa
Arranged over two floors, Villa Gancia is a spacious residence designed for large families and groups wishing to share an island holiday without sacrificing privacy.
The ground floor is centred around a large and welcoming living room, alongside a generous kitchen and several additional rooms. A beautiful covered portico extends the living space outdoors and creates a natural transition between the house and its Mediterranean surroundings.
From the main living room, doors lead directly towards the extensive garden and swimming pool.
Upstairs are most of the villa’s bedrooms, individually and elegantly furnished in keeping with the historic character of the house.
A panoramic terrace completes the upper floor, offering beautiful views across the surrounding landscape and towards the western coast of Ischia.
The main villa accommodates up to 14 guests.
Outdoor Living
Life at Villa Gancia naturally moves outdoors.
The large private garden unfolds around the house, offering plenty of space for guests to relax together or find a quiet corner of their own.
At its heart is the private swimming pool, surrounded by sun loungers and complemented by an outdoor shower.
A traditional stone barbecue creates the perfect setting for informal lunches and long summer dinners in the garden.
On the opposite side of the property, paths lead towards the surrounding woodland, reinforcing the remarkable feeling of being suspended between the Mediterranean Sea and the green landscape of Zaro.
A Place to Gather
Villa Gancia was made for shared moments.
Its generous living room, large kitchen, shaded portico and garden offer different settings in which families and friends can naturally come together throughout the day.
Breakfast can begin beneath the portico, afternoons can unfold between the pool and garden, and evenings can end around the stone barbecue as the light changes over Forio.
Despite its capacity, the scale and layout of the property allow guests to enjoy both convivial moments and their own private space.
Location
Villa Gancia enjoys an exceptional position in the Belvedere di Zaro, one of the most beautiful and exclusive areas of Ischia.
Set above the sea on the island’s western side, the property looks towards Forio and the coastline beyond, offering a privileged perspective over one of Ischia’s most spectacular sunset landscapes.
The sea is nearby, while the woodland of Zaro surrounds the area with Mediterranean vegetation and peaceful walking paths.
This unique position allows guests to experience two sides of Ischia at once: the openness and light of the Mediterranean coast and the tranquillity of the island’s green landscape.
The Experience
Staying at Villa Gancia is not simply about renting a large house in Ischia. It is about experiencing a property with its own identity and sense of place.
Wake to the quiet of Zaro, enjoy breakfast beneath the portico and spend the morning between the garden and pool. Walk towards the surrounding woodland or head down towards the sea, then return home as the afternoon light begins to soften.
Later, gather for dinner in the garden before watching the sky change colour over Forio and the western coast.
Inside, hand-painted majolica and carefully furnished rooms preserve the atmosphere of a historic Ischitan residence, creating an experience that feels deeply connected to the island.
Villa Gancia is a home for travellers who appreciate character, history and authenticity as much as space and comfort.
Comfort & Services
Villa Gancia offers generous indoor and outdoor spaces designed for large groups and extended families.
The property includes spacious living areas, a large kitchen, covered portico, private swimming pool, outdoor shower, sun loungers, stone barbecue, panoramic terrace, extensive gardens and private parking.
A separate dépendance provides two additional double bedrooms, increasing the total capacity of the property from 14 to up to 18 guests.
The combination of the main villa and independent accommodation also provides additional flexibility and privacy for larger parties or multigenerational families.
Perfect For
Villa Gancia is particularly suited to large families, multigenerational holidays and groups of friends looking for a property with character rather than a conventional contemporary villa.
It is ideal for guests who appreciate historic homes, traditional Mediterranean architecture, art and craftsmanship, as well as travellers who want to stay surrounded by nature while remaining close to the sea and Forio.
With accommodation for up to 18 guests when the dépendance is included, it is also an exceptional choice for larger groups wishing to stay together within one private estate.
Highlights
- Historic Ischitan residence with distinctive character
- Prestigious location in the Belvedere di Zaro
- Panoramic views towards Forio and Ischia’s western coastline
- Spectacular sunset setting
- Hand-painted majolica details
- Main villa arranged over two floors
- Accommodation for up to 14 guests in the main villa
- Up to 18 guests including the dépendance
- Separate dépendance with two double bedrooms
- Large private garden
- Private swimming pool
- Outdoor shower and sun loungers
- Traditional stone barbecue
- Covered portico
- Panoramic upper terrace
- Spacious living room and large kitchen
- Private parking
- Paths leading towards the surrounding woodland
- Close to both the sea and the woods of Zaro
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