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Lia

Santa Margherita di Pula, Sardinia

A Sardinian oasis near the sea

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Secluded in its mature gardens and just 450m from the idyllic sands and electric-blue waters of Santa Margherita di Pula beach, Lia is a dream for those who love a mix of private tranquillity and vibrant seafront living. The property's stylish interiors flow out onto shady terraces and a large decked pool area that inspires guests to relax, rejuvenate and recharge in an atmosphere of perfect harmony.

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Winner of Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Best Villa Rental Company in the World

 Winner of Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Best Villa Rental Company in the World

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedEasy walk to an idyllic sandy beach
  • IncludedLuxuriant, wrap-around gardens
  • IncludedA 10m-diameter infinity pool with hydromassage
  • IncludedSerene, stylish interiors
  • IncludedRelaxing shady terraces

Gallery

Lia's main lounge terrace with its irresistible circular infinity pool.

Lia's impressive façade seen from the pool.

The shaded main terrace, accessed from the living area, hosts a space for lounging, dining and cooking.

Choose your spot by the pool and settle in for the day.

A bird's-eye view of Lia with the beach of Santa Margherita di Pula in the background.

Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe expertise of a dedicated team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
  • IncludedA Local Specialist available during your stay for emergency support
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedA daily cleaning service and a mid-week linen change

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals
  • Not IncludedTourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night

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The Area

Lia is located in the south of Sardinia, just 450m from the fabled beach of Santa Margherita di Pula, whose paradisiacal golden-white sands stretch for some 2km along the coastline. Served by a series of beach clubs with restaurants, bars and other facilities, it is here where you will no doubt spend much of your time while not at the villa.

In terms of other beaches in the area, there is an embarrassment of riches, with numerous irresistible options nearby. Some of the best are Su Giudeu, Tuaredda, Porto Tramatzu and Porto Pino, but there are many more.

Sardinia's capital, Cagliari is less than an hour's drive away, and the city offers plenty to see, do and experience. Its old centre, divided into four quarters, brims with architectural and historical interest, including the remains of a Roman amphitheatre, fortified towers and bastions, a 13th-century cathedral and numerous other churches. There's also a botanical garden, a great food market, an archaeological museum, a flamingo-rich nature reserve (the Molentargius Park) and, of course, plenty of restaurants, cafés and bars.

A 15-minute drive away is the colourful, vibrant-but-laid-back town of Pula, whose winning mix of narrow streets, piazzas, craft shops, boutiques, a street market (once a week), restaurants, and bars make it a pleasure to spend time in.

Other places of interest nearby include the fascinating Phoenician and Roman archaeological site of Nora (20 minutes), which occupies a peninsula above the sea; and the incredible cave complex of Is Zuddas.

A little further afield, but still within an easy day trip is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Barumini, an archaeological wonder that testifies to Sardinia's prehistoric Nuragic civilisation, dating back some 3,000 years. Finally, the islands of San Pietro and Sant'Antioco, just off the southwestern tip of Sardinia, are also worth a visit.

Getting to and around

Cagliari airport:

53km-33miles-50mins

Alghero airport:

287km-178miles-3hr15

Olbia airport:

306km-190miles-3hr25

Nearest beaches:

Santa Margherita di Pula - 450m; Su Giudeu - 8.4km-5.2miles-12mins; Tuaredda - 11.5km-7.2miles-15mins; Porto Tramatzu - 29km-18miles-40mins; Porto Pino - 40km-25miles-50mins

Cagliari:

48km-30miles-50mins

Pula:

13.4km-8.3miles-15mins

Nearest restaurants:

there are several restaurants on and around the beach of Santa Margherita di Pula, and a good selection in Pula itself (see above)

Nearest shops and amenities:

there's a supermarket a 3-minute drive away and a greater selection in and around Pula (see above)

Nora archaeological site:

13.5km-8.5miles-17mins

Is Zuddas caves:

34km-21miles-40mins

Nuragic Barumini:

107km-67miles-1hr30