A residence on an Italian island; A luxury stay in volcanic houses

The small and unknown island of “Pantelleria” in Italy has a city because of its houses; Traditional houses with round roofs made of volcanic stones. At Tenuta Borgia on the island of Pantelleria, there are seven houses with a total capacity of 24 guests. These residential units are located in a green property with an area of ​​12 hectares, and this large area is one of the main features of this residence. (weeks-off)

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The story of Tenuta Borgia begins with a person named “Rosa Borgia”. When he was newly married and looking for a property to live in, he was able to discover Tenuta Borja property. He and his wife renovated this property in the 1980s.

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During the renovation of Tenuta Borja residence, in order to preserve the authenticity of traditional houses, the traditional technique of dry masonry was used in the renovation. In fact, in this type of porcelain stone, no mortar is used between the stones forming the walls. The dome-shaped roofs of the residential units have also remained with the same original shape. The floors of the accommodation units are covered with handmade tiles; Tiles that have an old and traditional design. Modern and traditional furniture are also used to decorate the interior. The Tenuta Borja building is an outstanding example of traditional Mediterranean architecture.

With vineyards, olive groves and an Arabian garden, Tenuta Borja Resort offers a great opportunity to explore nature. The Arabian garden, also known as the “Andalusian garden”, delights guests with features such as symmetry, fragrant flowers, trees such as citrus trees and palms, high fences made of volcanic stone, and relaxation areas.

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Among the facilities of Tenuta Borja residence, we can mention the park, swimming pools, wide terraces, barbecue, outdoor kitchen, etc. Also, the guests in this residence will see a beautiful view of the sea. In Pantelleria Island, guests can enjoy activities such as watching volcanic rocks and small bays, discovering marine life, swimming in hot springs and using local food, especially virgin olive oil, in pleasant weather.

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