There is a fluid simplicity in the suites, where an expected and relevant white canvas is contrasted by local stone feature walls and private green terraces overlooking the sea. Details are found in the meshing of baroque upholstered bedheads, mosaic floors and hand painted tiles in the generous bathrooms with oversized spa tubs. Heavy set carved double doors open onto the bedroom and separate the sophisticated, classical lounge. Though every suite is unique, there are motifs, antique vases and live plants to create character.

For those of us not calorie counting, Glicine Restaurant is led by Chef Giuseppe Stanzione whose last two restaurants have been badged with Michelin stars under his management. Nothing less than