Villa Ivana

Description

Villa Ivana — Private Estate in Massa Lubrense for Weddings, Micro MICE and Bespoke Mediterranean Stays by Camisa Essential

Villa Ivana is a private Mediterranean estate in Massa Lubrense, set between the historic centre of the town and the marina, in one of the most authentic corners of the Sorrento Coast. It is a villa designed for guests who want privacy, sea views, generous outdoor living and a refined but relaxed Italian rhythm. The estate combines the character of an eighteenth-century residence with the comfort of a fully serviced villa: gardens, panoramic terraces, two private swimming pools, outdoor dining areas, professional kitchens, en-suite bedrooms and a natural connection to the sea, Capri, Sorrento, Nerano and the Amalfi Coast.

The property unfolds across approximately two hectares, with more than 7,000 square metres dedicated to Mediterranean gardens, parking, swimming pools, barbecue areas and outdoor wellness spaces. More than one hectare is reserved for orange groves, olive trees and organic cultivation, giving the estate a real sense of place: this is not only a holiday villa, but a small private world shaped by citrus, stone, sea air and southern Italian light. Villa Ivana is therefore particularly suited to guests who want a residence with atmosphere, land, view and service potential, rather than a conventional coastal rental.

The historic building, dating back to 1728, extends over approximately 650 square metres and is organised around porticoes, reception rooms, kitchens, bedrooms with private bathrooms and panoramic terraces. The villa offers a 360-degree visual relationship with the surrounding landscape, making it ideal for slow mornings, sunset aperitivi, wedding photography, private dinners and discreet corporate gatherings. Its architecture carries the charm of an old southern Italian palazzo, while the layout allows for contemporary hospitality, multi-generational groups and curated in-villa experiences.

Villa Ivana accommodates 17 guests plus 3 additional guests, subject to final sleeping configuration. The layout includes nine bedrooms, all with private bathrooms with showers. The room distribution is particularly useful for family groups, private celebrations, intimate weddings and micro MICE retreats, because it offers both common areas and independent accommodation spaces.

Technical Factsheet

Commercial name: Villa Ivana
Location: Massa Lubrense, Sorrento Coast, Campania
Property type: private historic estate / serviced villa
Historic building: Palazzo Guerra, dating back to 1728
Internal surface: approximately 650 sqm
Estate surface: approximately 2 hectares
Mediterranean garden, parking, pools and barbecue areas: over 7,000 sqm
Organic land: over 1 hectare with orange groves, olive trees and cultivation
Sleeping capacity: 17 + 3 guests
Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 9 private bathrooms, all with showers
Swimming pools: 2 private pools
Kitchens: 2 fully equipped kitchens
Outdoor areas: courtyards, patios, panoramic terraces, gardens, pool areas
Fitness: 2 outdoor fitness areas
Parking: private parking available
Air conditioning: available
Daily cleaning: available
Villa manager: available
Organic garden / orto biologico: available
Best suited for: luxury family stays, weddings, micro weddings, micro MICE, retreats, private dinners, corporate offsites, celebrations and bespoke Mediterranean experiences.

Floorplan and Rooming Structure

Ground Floor

The ground floor is designed around hospitality, service and easy outdoor flow. It includes two dining rooms and courtyards, ideal for breakfast, informal meals, family lunches, small corporate meals or a shaded pre-dinner gathering. The floor also includes a main kitchen and a secondary kitchen, both equipped for private villa operations, chef services and event catering support. The kitchens include dishwasher, fridge, freezer, oven, kettle, toaster, blender, coffee machine and ice machine.

The ground floor also gives direct access to the outdoor lifestyle of the estate: two private swimming pools, garden areas, barbecue zones and circulation spaces for guest movement during private events. There are two laundry areas, each with a service bathroom.

Bedroom 1 is located on the ground floor and accommodates 2 guests, with a double bed, private patio and private bathroom. This room is ideal for guests who prefer easier access without relying on stairs.

Bedroom 8 accommodates 2 guests and includes a double bed, private bathroom, patio with sea view and access to the pool area. It is one of the most attractive rooms for guests who want independence and direct connection to the outdoor spaces.

Bedroom 9 accommodates 1 guest and includes a single bed and private bathroom. It is suitable for a teenager, staff member, nanny, assistant, single guest or family member requiring an independent room.

First Floor

The first floor is the main sleeping level and offers several rooms with balconies, sea views, garden views and views towards Capri.

Bedroom 2 accommodates 2 guests, with a double bed, private bathroom and a large balcony overlooking the garden and sea.

Junior Suite 3 accommodates 2 guests, with views towards Capri and private bathroom.

Junior Suite 4 accommodates 2 guests, with double bed, view towards Capri, walk-in wardrobe and private bathroom.

Junior Suite 5 accommodates 2 to 3 guests, with double bed, sofa bed, walk-in wardrobe, view towards Capri and private bathroom. This room is particularly useful for a couple with a child or for guests requiring extra sleeping flexibility.

Suite 6 accommodates 2 to 4 guests, with double bed, private terrace, private bathroom and two sofa beds for a third and fourth guest. This is the most flexible suite for families or guests who want more space.

Bedroom 7 accommodates 2 guests, with double bed, private bathroom and balcony overlooking the garden and sea.

This rooming structure makes Villa Ivana suitable for groups of different compositions: families with children, several couples travelling together, wellness groups, bridal parties, executive retreats and private house-party formats.

Villa Experience

The estate is designed for outdoor living. Days at Villa Ivana can begin with breakfast in the courtyard, continue by the pool, unfold through a light lunch in the garden and close with a private dinner under the Mediterranean sky. The presence of two pools allows the villa to manage larger groups with comfort, while the gardens and terraces offer multiple atmospheres: one area for children or families, another for quiet reading, another for aperitivo, another for a special dinner or event set-up.

For leisure guests, Villa Ivana is a strong base for the Sorrento Coast, Capri, Nerano, Massa Lubrense, Positano, Amalfi, Pompeii and the Gulf of Naples. It offers access to some of the most desired destinations in southern Italy while retaining the privacy and peace of an estate. Guests can move from villa life to boat days, coastal restaurants, beach clubs, cultural tours and slow countryside experiences without losing the feeling of being anchored in a private residence.

Camisa Essential Services

Through Camisa Essential, Villa Ivana can be transformed into a fully curated Mediterranean stay. Our role is to build the experience around the guest: food, service, experiences, logistics, wellness, special events and private moments. Every request is quoted on a bespoke basis according to guest count, season, supplier availability, service level and final programme.

For food and beverage, Camisa Essential can arrange private chef services, breakfast packages, light lunches, poolside meals, welcome dinners, barbecue evenings, seafood dinners, traditional Neapolitan and Sorrentine menus, pizza nights, wine-paired dinners and themed Italian evenings. The villa’s two kitchens and outdoor areas allow a strong private dining programme, from informal family meals to a refined long-table dinner. Chef packages may include ingredients, preparation, service and kitchen clean-up, depending on the selected supplier and final menu.

For weddings and micro weddings, Villa Ivana offers a natural setting for symbolic ceremonies, family celebrations, anniversary dinners and intimate destination weddings. The estate is not a generic event venue; it is a private Mediterranean house, and this is its value. A wedding here can be elegant without being rigid: welcome aperitivo, ceremony in the garden, dinner under the lights, local wines, music, flowers, candles, sea breeze and a softer southern Italian rhythm. Camisa Essential can assist with catering, florals, rentals, lighting, table styling, DJ, acoustic music, photographer, videographer, guest transfers, beauty services, welcome bags and day-after brunch.

For micro MICE and business corporate stays, Villa Ivana is ideal for leadership retreats, board meetings, private strategy sessions, family-office gatherings, brand presentations, incentive trips and small executive offsites. The property offers privacy, accommodation, food and outdoor spaces in one controlled environment. Camisa Essential can arrange light breakfast, coffee breaks, working lunches, themed corporate dinners, AV rental, screens, microphones, projectors, hybrid meeting support, private drivers, airport transfers and team-building experiences.

Bespoke Experiences

Villa Ivana is a gateway to a wide range of local experiences. Camisa Essential can arrange private boat days to Capri or along the Amalfi Coast, sunset cruises, beach club bookings, guided visits to Pompeii and Herculaneum, private tours of Sorrento, limoncello tastings, olive oil experiences, cooking classes, mozzarella and local cheese tastings, wine tastings, hiking on coastal trails, private wellness sessions, yoga by the pool, massage treatments, personal training, vintage car rental and chauffeur services.

For families, the stay can be made easy and relaxed with grocery pre-stocking, babysitting, child-friendly chefs, beach reservations, simple restaurant bookings and local drivers. For couples and celebrations, experiences can be more cinematic: a private boat to Capri, a long lunch in Nerano, a vintage car arrival, aperitivo at sunset, a live musician, a candlelit dinner or a day built around the colours and flavours of the Sorrento Peninsula.

For corporate clients, experiences can be curated around connection and culture: private tastings, chef-led dinners, guided local itineraries, brand moments, informal networking lunches, team dinners and confidential hospitality. The villa allows a company to gather without the formality of a hotel and without the exposure of a public venue.

Positioning

Villa Ivana is best positioned as a private coastal estate for guests who want space, history, privacy and service. It is ideal for those who want to experience the Sorrento Coast with the comfort of a staffed private villa, the beauty of sea views and the possibility of building a stay around food, landscape and local experiences.

Its strongest selling points are clear: historic architecture, two hectares of private estate, two swimming pools, extensive gardens, organic land, nine en-suite bedrooms, two kitchens, villa manager, daily cleaning, parking, sea views and strong flexibility for events and services.

With Camisa Essential, Villa Ivana becomes more than a villa rental. It becomes a curated private residence: a place for weddings, family celebrations, business retreats and slow Mediterranean living, shaped by thoughtful service, local suppliers and the quiet luxury of feeling completely at home on the Sorrento Coast.

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