🏘️ Villages & Culture

From the stone lanes of Jerzu to the coast's small harbours: Ogliastra tells its story through its villages.

Jerzu

The capital of Cannonau wine — the villa itself sits in its countryside, in Pelau, among the vineyards.

15 min from Villa Pelau

Tortolì

Ogliastra's main town, with shops, services and everyday life.

20 min from Villa Pelau

Arbatax

The harbour and the famous Red Rocks, one of the coast's most photographed sights.

20 min from Villa Pelau

Ulassai

Home to the Stazione dell'Arte, a museum dedicated to artist Maria Lai, and the Su Marmuri caves.

20 min from Villa Pelau

Santa Maria Navarrese

A seaside village with a small harbour, the starting point for boat excursions.

25 min from Villa Pelau

Baunei

A scenic village and the gateway to the Golgo plateau.

35 min from Villa Pelau

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