Sardinia
Costa Smeralda
Pink granite, turquoise water and villas hidden in the Gallura maquis.
Costa Smeralda: Granite, Maquis and Turquoise Sea
The Costa Smeralda was born in the early 1960s, when a group of investors led by the Aga Khan chose this stretch of Gallura, in north-east Sardinia, to create a luxury destination with strict architectural rules. Even today, houses follow the colours of the land and hide among junipers and granite boulders.
Porto Cervo is the social heart, with its marina and piazzetta. Around it, beaches such as Capriccioli, Liscia Ruja and Il Principe have water that shifts from green to turquoise. Inland, the village of San Pantaleo moves at a slower pace, with artisans and a weekly market.
Covellea's Costa Smeralda selection pairs legendary addresses with more intimate retreats, where privacy and nature matter as much as service. Each property links to its official website; for ideas on how to enjoy the coast, write to our concierge.
Luxury Stays on the Costa Smeralda
Legendary hotels and resorts hidden in the Gallura maquis.
Signature Costa Smeralda Experiences
The finest side of Gallura, at an easy pace.
La Maddalena Archipelago by Boat
A day on a private boat among the islands of the National Park, stopping at the quietest coves.
San Pantaleo and the Hinterland
A morning among the village's artisan workshops and market, followed by lunch with Gallura produce.
Vermentino di Gallura
A winery visit to discover Sardinia's only DOCG wine, among vineyards and granite outcrops.
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