Malfa Salina, Italy
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Local Design HeritageOutside the door
The house
Capofaro ResortVolcanic vineyard retreat
Malvasia vineyards sweep toward the Tyrrhenian Sea, where whitewashed Aeolian cottages frame distant views of smoldering Stromboli.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Malvasia vineyards stretch directly to the sea, paired with volcanic island produce and estate wine tastings.
Notable
Whitewashed Aeolian cottages feature cane-roofed private terraces, wood-beamed ceilings, and contrasting black lava stone bathrooms.
Notable
Seven restored Aeolian farmhouses and an active mid-nineteenth-century lighthouse anchor the historic coastal wine estate.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The 13 rooms and 5 junior suites, all with fabulous sea views and cane-roofed patios, are Spartan but stylish.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched on Salina's northern cape, quiet walking paths lead along volcanic cliffs toward rocky coves and the village of Malfa.
The rooms
Rooms feature wood-beamed ceilings and black lava stone bathrooms, opening onto private terraces shaded by traditional cane canopies.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A dark-tiled freshwater pool sits on a wooden deck, looking out across the vineyards toward distant volcanic islands.
Massage and yoga
Therapists work in an outdoor garden pavilion beneath the lighthouse, and daily yoga gathers on the clubhouse rooftop.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Sira serves local seafood and volcanic garden produce on shaded terraces, paired with the estate's own Malvasia.
How it began
The estate grew around a mid-nineteenth-century active lighthouse, transforming historic Aeolian farmhouses into a coastal wine retreat.
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Silver
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Bronze
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Listed
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The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.