The Collection
The Gems
Three homes in Marina di Campo: an apartment in the old centre and two villas. All within a few minutes’ walk of the beach.
Scalinate
Village life steps from the sea
Nestled among the historic steps of Marina di Campo, this apartment is an intimate gem.
Fornaci
Fire, Matter, Horizon
Villa Fornaci stands where the Etruscans once smelted iron.
Montecristo
Mystery, Exclusivity, Nature
The most precious gem. Villa Montecristo takes its name from the mysterious island.
How it works
What changes when you book here
We are not an agency. We are Gloria and Giovanni, and these are our homes.
You deal with us
Gloria and Marco own the houses; Giovanni is the one who writes back. Book here and there is nobody else in the chain.
Keys handed over in person
Between 16:00 and 20:00 on your arrival day. We show you the house, the parking, how the hob works and where to swim tomorrow.
Cleaning and linen are in the price
Bed linen and towels for everyone, the final clean included, and a beach kit — towels and a bag — already in the house.
Ask us anything, all week
Which beach suits today’s wind, a table at short notice, a ferry that has moved. A real person answers on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Which of the three homes suits my group?
Villa Fornaci and Villa Montecristo each sleep up to 6 — ideal for families or two couples — while the Scalinate apartment is perfect for up to 4. All three sit in Marina di Campo, a short walk from the beach.
How far is the beach from each property?
Every Gemma is a few minutes' walk from Marina di Campo's beach: Villa Montecristo is the closest at about 1 minute (~80 m), Scalinate about 2 minutes (~150 m), and Villa Fornaci about 5 minutes (~350 m).
What is the minimum stay?
Villa Fornaci is booked Saturday to Saturday and Villa Montecristo Sunday to Sunday, both for 7 nights. The Scalinate apartment is more flexible: any arrival day, minimum 3 nights, throughout the season.
Are pets welcome?
Yes — we love them. Pets are welcome at all three homes, no supplement — at Scalinate we welcome small or medium-sized dogs, as the stairs are narrow.
How do I book directly and save?
Booking direct with us avoids the platform commission you'd pay on Booking.com or Airbnb (around 20% more). Write to Giovanni on WhatsApp or by email for a quote; Villa Fornaci and Scalinate also offer instant online payment.
When is the best time to visit Elba?
Our homes open from late April to mid-November. May, June and September bring warm sea and quieter beaches; July and August are the liveliest. Our when-to-visit guide gives a month-by-month view.
Which Gem is right for you?
Tell us how many of you there are and which weeks you have in mind — we will say which house fits.
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