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La Torretta
Beach Club
La Torretta
Beach Club
Explore the real Italy...
La Torretta Beach Club is perfectly placed on the
Costa Azzurra, the Coast of the Gods, to explore
this exciting and vibrant area, known today as
Italy’s Real Riviera. Indeed the “toe of Italy” really
is Italy’s hidden jewel in the crown. The area
offers a taste of authentic Italy with a laid back
atmosphere, the perfect holiday destination.
Real Italy has a varied coastline of sands and rocky
outcrops, which is so beautiful it has been given
the name La Costa degli Dei: the Coast of the
Gods. It is said that the gods felt this natural,
aquatic paradise was just the place to settle their
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children. It is famous throughout Italy for its white
beaches and the clear blue sea, ideal for bathing.
The coastline is heaven on earth and once seen
and enjoyed this paradise is never forgotten.
Myths and legends abound, interwoven around the
dramatic landscape and the lovely Tyrrhenian Sea.
The granite hillsides contort into mystical shapes
which often assume the form of a dragon or a
mythological animal, transporting the visitor into
a magical world far from reality. Combine this with
the fragrant air and spectacular light, a visit to
Calabria
is a wonderful
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experience that cannot easily be
bettered.
Within walking distance of La Torretta Beach Club
is the seaside village of Briatico, once a small,
quiet fishing port but now a charming seaside
resort.
This historic small Norman town of just 4000
inhabitants is located on what is known locally
as the Costa Azzurra. It is 25m above sea level
and on a slope, so again offers delicious views out
over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
In Briatico visitors can discover a classic piazza
where villagers meet for coffee in the morning,
family restaurants and a long boulevard leading
to the sea. The area surrounding the town is
scattered with numerous vineyards, orchards and
olive groves.
The town pulls out all the stops on July 16 to
celebrate with style. Madonna del Carmelo Day
sees the beautiful statue of the Madonna carried
in a procession on a boat along the coast towards
the beach of St’Irene. There are other interesting
festivals throughout the
summer too.
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untouched by time. Driving along its sinuous and often mountainous roads, it is not unusual to
Italy
Calabria is one region in Italy that has remained true to its roots. Unlike other areas of the
country where tourism and industry have taken their toll, much of Calabria seems to have been
come a cross a donkey loaded down with firewood, or a shepherd leading his flock, lazily across
a “highway”.
In small cities and towns across the region, old men spend hours playing cards at tables in
the main piazzas, while grandmothers still dressed in black, sit on their doorstops to gossip
with those who pass by. The region’s landscape, although often very rugged, has something
for everyone. Surrounded by water, it has golden beaches, and seas that contain
almost every kind of fish imaginable. Moving inland towards La
Sila Grande, one finds an area unlike any other in Italy.
It has snow-capped mountains, streams and waterfalls,
and miles of evergreen forests.
The region, once remote from the rest of Europe, is
now easily accessible. A couple of hours fly time from
northern Europe, the area is now served by airlines
flying direct in to the modern Lamezia Terme airport.
Drive south along the coast road, with breathtaking
views……. Who could fail to be entranced?
Romantic
villages cling to the
pine clad granite hillsides, clear blue, sparkling
waters lap 800kms of pristine, clean, white sandy
beaches and hidden coves. Citrus orchards and
olive groves clothe the landscape of beautiful
Calabria, leading onwards and upwards to fragrant
pine, beech and chestnut forests. Add local wine, a distinctive
and hearty cuisine, centuries of fascinating culture and a relaxed Italian attitude, and the love
affair with “the real Italy” begins!
The region’s long and fascinating history has given rise to the diverse and exciting culture and
Calabria
cuisine Southern Italy enjoys.
Today Calabria is a haven of peace and tranquility but this was not always so. Its position at the
“toe of Italy” made it an ideal target for conquerors from the sea. The land was first settled by
mainland Oscan speaking tribes, and it was one such Oscan tribe which introduced viniculture
long ago in history. The Greeks recognised the area as perfect for the expansion of their empire
and they established powerful and flourishing towns and cities along the coast. Such was its
importance that the great philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras set up a school in Crotone
in the fifth century BC.
HistoricTropea
Tropea is so lovely it is considered
to be one of the seven pearls of the
Mediterranean Sea. Known as the
St Tropez of southern Italy, it is the
most important and fashionable
centre on La Costa degli Dei.
The fabulous town is just 10
minutes south along the coastal
road which runs just outside the
new La Torretta Beach Club. It
was lovingly described by early
visitors as “a truly lovely historic
stronghold that sprouts straight
out of a 300ft crag
with a cliff edge
cathedral”.
This 12th century Cathedral is the
home of the icon of the Madonna
di Romania.
Tropea’s history dates back to the
times of the Romans when Caesar
Octavian was defeated. Built on a
reef in the Gulf of St Euphemia,
the attractive town, crammed with
lovely 17 and 18th century buildings
constructed for rich merchants
with courtyards, colonnades and
important porticos, is popular with
both locals and visitors. It is famous
throughout Italy for its quaint and
irresistible labyrinth of cobbled,
narrow streets, pretty
buildings, friendly restaurants and
bars. It offers explosive views of
Stromboli, especially at sunset
and on August 12 the setting sun
appears to drop right into the cup
of the volcano, like a bright red
red onions in Italy and there is even
a red onion ice cream to celebrate
this fame! One of the town’s many
food festivals, the Blue Fish and Red
Onions Festival, is tremendously
popular with visitors.
boiled egg!
The town now has an attractive
The Church of Santa Maria marina to add to its charm. Boats
dell’Isola in Tropea is one of the cruise from the marina to the
icons of the region. It was built romantic, nearby Aeolian Islands
in the year 800 as a Benedictine and also Stromboli.
Monastery, and sits on a tiny island
just a few metres from the mainland
of Tropea. The church is known
as one of the wonders of Italy in
miniature.
The Tropea area is also renowned
for producing the very best sweet
Pretty Pizzo
At Pizzo Calabro the mountains meet the sea and the views
are simply beautiful across the Gulf of Lamezia Terme and
include Stromboli, the landmark volcanic island. Just like
Tropea, the town is noted for its fascinating long, narrow
alleys, almost all linked to the lower part of the city by
ancient staircases The city centre is dominated by the
Aragonese Caste which was built in the 15th century and the
beautiful Church of St Matrix George Martyr.
The castle houses a
charming museum which traces the
city’s often turbulent past! For those who like to shop, the
town boasts shops selling typical Calabrian products and of
course local souvenirs.
Pizzo also boasts a large “balcony” looking out over the sea
offering visitors panoramic views of the whole coast. La
Piazza della Reppublica is the focal point of the city, both
for tourists and for locals. It is surrounded by historic bars
where it is a sheer pleasure to sit and savour the world as
it goes on by whilst sampling the delicious local ice-cream:
Il Tartufo di Pizzo. Without a doubt, Italy is the home of
ice cream and Pizzo contributes to the world of gastronomy
with the world famous Il Tartufo. This amazing chocolate
ice cream with a zabaglione centre, so named because it
suspiciously looks like a truffle, was first made in the town
to honour the visit of Prince Umberto I of Savoy in 1943 and
it is still served up today to much acclaim in the town’s 16
gellateria or ice cream parlours.
From the Square take the stairs to the Marina and enjoy
a refreshing walk along the Promenade. A walk along the
beach to the north of Pizzo is also a must. It takes the visitor
to the Church of Piedigrotta. This was built into the granite
hillside by shipwrecked Neapolitan sailors as an offering of
thanks to the Virgin Mary for saving their lives.
With the scent of fragrant Bergamot filling the air, Briatico is
rightfully regarded as a place of extraordinary beauty with an
unique character and charm. Spring in particular brings a never
ending sea of flowers in a rainbow of colours and the herbs and
spices of charming Calabria combine with the salty sea air to
create an exotic magic.
Myths and legends abound at Briatico, not least at the stunning
Sant’Irene a landmark rock reaching out into the Tyrrhenian
Sea. Legend has it that the mermaids of the Mediterranean
were imprisoned in tunnels deep inside the rock, the tunnels
having been hewn by mythical creatures, half man half fish. A
few hundred metres from the shore is the mystical island of
Sant’Irene, where once the Romans fished for tuna, another
Briatico is a place for relaxation and for fun. Between its steep
ledges come glimpses of breathtaking panoramas and of course
the views of the Torre La Rocchetta, the picturesque ruin of a
16th century Saracen tower. The area is rich with archaelogical
sites and pottery, tools and beautiful jewellery have been found
dating back to the Iron Age. Old meets new with style and
vitality in this town of contrasts.
The area is known for its transparent blue seas and Italy’s most
perfect white beaches, some of which are only accessible by
boat from the town’s lovely new marina. Inland the area is criss-
crossed with vineyards, orchards and olive groves and the flora
and fauna are stunning.

Breathtaking
location to set the imagination racing.

The town still has a daily supply of fish from the Tyrrherian
Sea. The town’s restaurants and bars are famed for their cuisine
made from the fresh ingredients grown right here in southern

Briatico
Italy.
La Torretta
La Torretta Beach Club
La Torretta Beach Club is actually named
after the landmark Norman look-out tower
just on the beach it looks down on to. Like
the original tower, La Torretta Beach Club
also shares good views, at 22m above sea
level the development affords delightful
views of the turquoise Tyrrhenian. The
beautiful position just 300m from a truly
lovely beach, and is set in beautifully
landscaped grounds amid citrus orchards
and olive groves. The new development
comprises 60 apartments and town
houses, all of which have been built to the
highest specification in traditional Italian
materials, featuring traditional roof tiles,
local stone and wood. Calabria has strict
planning rules and the development has
been designed to enhance the beautiful
coastal area.
Luxury is the watchword and La
Torretta Beach Club is a five star
development. All residences have
been designed to make the most of
the relaxing climate. Cool, restful
interiors are styled to celebrate the
simple rustic charm of southern Italy,
using the very best materials.
The seven larger town houses offer three
bedroom, two bathroom accommodation
and are carefully positioned to take full
advantage of the beautiful landscaped
grounds and the resort’s facilities.
from their front doors. The ground floor Beach treatments on offer. The complex also includes
Each apartment enjoys stunning views Club Restaurant serves up a wide selection of a ground floor mini supermarket and shop.
out to the Tyrrhenian Sea. Ground floor regional foods and the roof terrace bar, with
apartments enjoy gardens front and back its stunning views of the sea and local area, A large swimming pool is placed in the centre
while those on the first floor are equipped is ideal for a chilled glass of the local vino, of the palm fringed site and is available for
with balconies and a roof terrace if desired, Ciro Bianco, all residents to use. There is ample space for
ideal for year round sunbathing. sunbathing round the pool. For those who
For those who enjoy being pampered La prefer to bathe in the sea, the beach is just a
La Torretta Beach Club residents enjoy five Torretta has its own spa and sauna as well as a few minutes walk away.
star excellent facilities just metres away fully stocked beauty salon with the very latest
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 Ground floor townhouse
example with patio &
lawn areas
A typical one bedroom,
one bathroom ground
This is an example of floor apartment
a typical three bedroom,
one bathroom townhouse

First floor
townhouse example

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A Luxurious 5 Star development of three bedroom,
two bathroom townhouses and one bedroom apartments set
amongst the citrus and olive groves of the Calabrian coastline...
Sun-soaked southern Italy which lies almost at the centre
of the azure blue Mediterranean Sea is one of Europe’s
most beautiful regions and a place where it is said the
surprises never end!
The warm climate all year round makes Southern Italy a
very special destination. So much so that today, Southern
Italy, and Calabria in particular, has been identified as
one of Europe’s premier up-and-coming places to invest
in stylish properties.
Round and about
Italy is the home of the pizza and the fresh ingredients readily available in Calabria
make the local offering a delicacy not to be missed – and expect to pay a lot less
than further north. So head for the Goccia di Mare Pizzeria, set right on the edge
La Torretta Beach Club of a perfect white beach lapped by the sparkling waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, a
perfect setting to enjoy eating over a glass of wine or a cool Martini after a dip. Hotel Dolomiti
sul Mare
It is very tempting to choose to enjoy the five star luxury of La Torretta Beach Club
and not venture out into the neighbourhood. Hotel Baia della Rocchetta
For those who would like to enjoy a taste of the real Dolce Vita of Southern Italy
a short walk in the sunshine offers much to tempt the visitor.
Residence Albatros Baia Punta Satō There is camping in the tree lined grounds of the sophisticated Hotel
Dolomite sul Mare. The main hotel is a lovely stone building set in
Resort
Pizzeria Goccia di Mare colourful, landscaped gardens, with an airy dining room and a terrace bar
with big umbrellas to shade visitors from the summer sun. Catch up with
evening entertainment and fashion shows during the season or enjoy sailing
and windsurfing off the beach just 500m away.
There is nightlife too at Hotel Baia della Rochetta, close to the landmark
look out tower, which again boasts stupendous views out over the sea. As
The nearby Baia Punta Safo well as a disco, the hotel offers hydromassage, a huge tempting pool, tennis
Calabria is without a doubt the country’s best kept secret Hotel is a well known local and even billiards.
and its newest property hot-spot. This is given weight landmark built in an ancient
by the Italian equivalent of the Land Registry which hails village style with lovely arches Bed & Breakfast
and stonework. The Hotel, which
the area as one of the country’s most affordable regions boasts magnificent views of the ‘Piana Di Vadi’
offering wonderful value for money.
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Aeolian Islands over limpid seas
has a sporting complex with
football, volleyball, tennis and
There are no restrictions of foreign ownership of properties diving on offer.
in Italy. So happily this makes any property purchase in Beach Club
Southern Italy relatively hassle free. Look in too at the Residence
The Green Garden Club attracts a European clientele, hence the German
Albatross, a lovely hotel
described by visitors as “pure
beer garden. With two pools, lots of sunbeds and umbrellas it is an ideal
spot to relax. When the going gets hot try a cooling ice-cream. The secret
relaxation on the beach and Distance from beach = 165m is out …they are free all day!
A typical one bedroom, almost absolutely perfect.”
one bathroom first floor
apartment
Green Garden Club resort
Beach Bar