Sardinia, Italy
2025
Luxury Villa Stay in Torre delle Stelle, Sardinia — Villa La Petite Etoile Review
You know those Italian weddings you see in movies? The ones with too much food, shouts of “Viva gli sposi!”, and a DJ playing old-school bangers just a little too loud?
Yeah, we went to one — for our friends’ wedding in Cagliari.
We planned to stay a few extra days, our mini honeymoon 2.0.
A bit of work, a bit of beach, and, as it turned out, a lot of adventure: surviving Sardinia’s backroads in our tiny Fiat 500 and walking straight into a weekly town dinner.
That’s how we ended up in Torre delle Stelle. We booked Villa La Petite Étoile, a quiet, beautifully designed estate which turned out to be the perfect mix of of home and escape.
How we ended up on the wrong road (twice)
The first time we drove through Sardinia at night was on our way to Orosei. Big mistake. We missed every single view people rave about — the cliffs, the endless sea, all of it. Just darkness and Google Maps whispering “turn left” when there was no visible road.
So, when it was time to leave Orosei and drive to Torre delle Stelle, we promised ourselves: not again. This time we’d see the island in daylight.
We packed up around five, closed our laptops (we were still working remotely that week), and hit the road. One of those “don’t blink or you’ll miss it” hours. Sardinia is pure magic when you can actually see it.
From pizza to burger
When we left Orosei, we were craving pizza for the road — the classic “eat-in-the-car while watching the sunset” plan. But, of course, it was 5 p.m. in Italy, which basically means nothing is open. So we kept driving, chasing the last bit of sunlight just to see more of the island before it disappeared.
By the time the sun had set, we rolled into this tiny village that looked completely deserted. Not a single soul outside. Then we turned a corner and found the only restaurant around — packed. Apparently, the entire village had gathered there. It felt like we’d crashed the weekly town dinner. No one seemed to mind though.
It wasn’t the romantic Italian dinner we imagined, but honestly, it was one of those small travel moments that just sticks.
Back (on the) road
After dinner, we kept driving — big mistake number two. The road to Torre delle Stelle turned into… let’s say, a test of faith. Dusty roads, rocks everywhere. Our tiny Fiat 500 tried its best, squeaking like an old chair with every bump.
At some point, Kaylee said, “This can’t be right,” and she was right. We laughed, turned up the music, and prayed the car wouldn’t fall apart before reaching the villa. It didn’t. Phew.
When we finally arrived at Villa La Petite Étoile, it was pitch dark. But we could hear the sea. We got inside our cosy room and just dropped straight onto the bed. That was enough for the night.
Waking up here felt great. Light poured into our room, bouncing off the white walls. We joined the other guests in the big kitchen for breakfast.
Good bread, fruit, fresh juice, but the setting made it perfect. Everyone shared the same table. Great way to get to know our travel-neighbours (is that a thing?).
We worked from the living room for a while, and when the sun shifted, we moved outside to the patio. That’s where we spent most mornings: laptops on the wooden table, a soft breeze through the trees, espresso cup never empty.
And for anyone wondering: yes, the Wi-Fi was strong (hallelujah).
A short walk to the best Sardinian beach
The beach is only about 80 meters away, which of course means excuses don’t exist. We’d walk down the little path, towels over our shoulders, and end up in that perfect turquoise water. It’s calm, mostly locals, almost feels like a private beach.
We often stayed until sunset. The light in Torre delle Stelle turns the hillside gold, and the village looks like it’s glowing. You know that feeling when you open your phone camera and it just can’t capture what you’re seeing? That’s exactly how that felt.
Pizza (finally!) and a sky full of stars
On our second night, we went to Aquarium Sardinia. Same owners as the villas, and you can tell — everything is done with care. The design is warm and modern, not flashy, and something we really like: A small menu. The pizza? Amazing. Perfect crust, fresh toppings.
After dinner, we strolled around the property, partially because it’s beautiful but also because they put blankets and cushions everywhere which felt ultra-cute. We picked a spot of grass, and just sat there watching the night get better.
Back at La Petite Étoile, we walked onto the patio and looked up. The sky was full. Thousands of stars. Suddenly, we knew why this town is called Torre Delle Stelle – Tower of Stars.
Villa La Petite Étoile doesn’t try too hard — it just gets everything right. The bigger sister villa, Villa La Belle Étoile, is next door for those who want private pools and more space, but this one felt more us.
It’s got that home-away-from-home thing:
Cosy room with great interior design
Shaded patio with sea breeze
Reliable Wi-Fi for work
A lovely pool (which you can also ignore because the sea’s right there)
Kitchen with your own shelf in the fridge
If you’re looking for a boutique stay near Cagliari, this is it. You can work, rest, swim, and eat like locals — all in one small corner of Sardinia.
Oh, and next time we’re renting a Jeep.
Love,
Bram & Kaylee
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