Ortolo Valley Sartene, France
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Resort LocalOutside the door
Pastoral estate hideaway
Guests wander between working farmland, secluded coves, and restored stone dwellings across thousands of hectares of wild coastal maquis.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Restored 17th-century stone shepherd huts featuring rough terracotta, exposed oak beams, and Sardinian ceramic tiles.
Remarkable
A 12-hole links golf course, riding trails, driftwood beach restaurant, and private coves across 2,500 hectares.
Remarkable
Working estate farm supplying kitchen lamb, olive oil, honey, and local wines from native Corsican grapes.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
This boutique hotel on the south coast of Corsica is a working farm whose accommodations, stone houses that were once shepherds’ dwellings, have been thoroughly renovated;
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The estate unfolds across miles of wild Mediterranean coastline and fragrant scrub, a short drive from the granite town of Sartene.
The rooms
Restored stone shepherd dwellings and farmhouse suites feature exposed oak beams, open fireplaces, rough terracotta, and private swimming pools.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Stone-edged pools sit among olive trees and vineyards, looking out across rolling pastures toward the distant sea.
The spa
Open-air cabanas sheltered by coastal maquis host treatments using organic Corsican botanical skincare and local essential oils.
Restaurant
La Table de la Grotte
Tables sit inside a natural vaulted granite cave lit by candles, where open hearths grill estate-raised meats.
The look is a decorative take on the rural vernacular, with lots of contrasting textures and patterns—granite stone and horizontal and diagonal brick; big old ceiling beams and smooth cream walls…
At the table
Dining ranges from driftwood terraces on the beach to candlelit tables beneath olive trees in the farm courtyard.
How it began
Founder Paul Canarelli transformed his grandfather's cattle farm and historic stone ruins into a vast agricultural estate and rural retreat.
Stay here
Domaine de Murtoli
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
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.