Porto Violetta Marina
We are very proud to announce our stunning new project immediately adjacent to the charming town of Brancaleone.
To consist of an all new modern marina and luxury resort it is a landmark development for Brancaleone town and region.
This stretch of coast has often hailed as the new Italian Riviera in waiting. The Porto Violetta Project funded jointly by the Italian government under the Cohesion plan 2007 -2013 and by private finance is a major step along the way to realising that vision.
Porto Violetta Resort
Set on the beautiful south east coast of Italy Port Violetta Resort occupies a most convenient location - but also a stunning and highly privileged one midway between the Marina and the charming and historic resort town of Brancaleone. It is just a short stroll to either. The resort is set over a gentle incline down to a private beach that is reserved for your exclusive use, most properties have stunning sea views. Facilities are many – everything to help you enjoy the pleasures of this beautiful location and this landmark luxury development.
Resort Features and Facilities
- Frontline beach development with stunning views to sea
- Low density in beautiful landscaped gardens
- Luxury spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and super Deluxe Villas
- Option also for an 18 hole golf course in immediate vicinity to the resort
- Resort style swimming pool with bar, cafe and convenience store
- Childrens Pool Area, Childrens Club, Childrens Play Area & Tennis Courts
- A 4000m2 private beach with exclusive bar, restaurant and terraces
- Full Italian ‘Lido’ style beach club facilities with a range of beach and water sports activities including diving, skiing and beach volleyball
- Porto Violetta Central: Resort Site management and possibility for Crèche facilities
- Only 500m from Brancaleone and 500m from Porto Violetta Marina
- Membership of Club Porto Violetta enabling discounts in the area and around Calabria on a vast range of goods and services from businesses and restaurants.
- An option to purchase a Marina berth at a specially discounted price
- An option to purchase a Club Porto Violetta boat at a specially discounted price
- Three free sailing lessons at Club Porto Violetta Sailing School
- Planning permission includes for the construction of a luxury hotel (the other side of the marana and with again it's own private beach)
Porto Violetta Marina
The concept for Porto Violetta Marina and Resort sprang from the benefits of the area. It was recognized that this part of the Italian coast in the region of Brancaleone was an area of outstanding natural beauty – one of the most special in Italy and the world - it contains
beaches considered to be with Italy’s finest so this was a beautiful and largely undiscovered area. It was also seen that the location is ideal also for a sailing base - and Brancaleone faces in a convenient fashion the Greek Islands. Taken together and with all mooring at the two nearest Marinas taken - with a waiting list of some years is normal - so began the concept for Porto Violetta Marina.
So Calabria since 2008 has new access roads and airports expanded - with more to follow in 2011/2013 - so now also it will have a new premium marina and resort.
The marina itself will stretch along just under 1 km of the shoreline and is expected to not just be of benefit to Brancaleone but to a much wider region of towns and villages.
Marina Features
- Modern fully equipped 300 berth Marina
- Moorings available from 6 - 8 meters
- Full refuelling and ships shop facilities
- Ideally located facing the Greek Islands
- Porto Violetta Marina Club featuring exclusive dining, bar and shopping facilities
- Up to 7500m2 of other commercial space for a variety of shops, bars and restaurants
- Porto Violetta Sailing Club
- Membership of Club Porto Violetta
Excellent capital and rental appreciation expected due to excellent location and non-availability of any berths at the two other marinas in the area - Reggio and Rocello
Porto Violetta Properties

Discover beautifully designed properties at Porto Violetta Marina that will give a lifetime of pleasure to you and more to your family for generations to come. The resort is a luxury experience and each property is spacious in its own right.
It is a low density development - beautifully set in landscaped gardens and over an area that covers 16 acres or 66,000m.
Early phases will include a wide selection of luxury 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and townhouses. Super deluxe highly appointed 3 and 4 bed villas will be available on later phases on the hillside above. Porto Violetta Marain & Resort is a step into the future and prices today offer incredible value for money.
Prices:
1 bed luxury apartments €98,000 - €125,000
2 bed luxury apartments €110,000 - €185,000
About Brancaleone
Brancaleone is considered to be one of Italy’s most outstanding areas for beaches and natural beauty and is located on Italy’s most beautiful south east coast that is known as the Turtle Coast. It has long been hailed as Italy’s true Riviera and is now opening up to fulfil its potential.
Brancaleone itself is a small, whitewashed town, already a popular tourist town it overlooks the clear crystal waters of the Ionian Sea. It is backed by mountains, surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty and wallows in 15 Centuries of history. The wonderful Mediterranean weather ensures the pace of life for the nearly 4000 residents is very much now set to slow.
That aside there is much to explore. A fascinating history that shaped the Roman Empire began in this area and there are basilicas and ruins and picturesque villages to visit at every corner.
When you’re not unwinding on its long ribbon of golden sands, you can browse its traditional shops; people watch at pave side cafes and enjoy Calabria’s wonderful cuisine in authentic trattorias.
Things to do in the area
Brancaleone is more than just a historic centre; there are numerous sport and leisure activities on offer. In the summer you can enjoy a variety of water sports from windsurfing in the cool breeze or diving in the clear waters amongst centuries-old shipwrecks and ancient lost cities. If it’s the clear mountain air you desire, head off to the Gambarie d’Aspromonte National Park. It is less than two hours away and offers great walking and hiking, as well as mountain biking, and in the winter months, skiing.
The climate in Brancaleone is typically Mediterranean with a wonderful 300 sunny days a year. In summer temperatures sometimes reach 40°C.
Porto Violetta Privilege Club
Membership of the Porto Violetta Privilege Club enables:
- Discounts in resort, and around the Calabria region, on a vast range of goods and services from businesses and restaurants.
- An option to purchase a Marina berth at a specially discounted price
- An option to purchase a Club Porto Violetta boat at a specially discounted price
- Three FREE sailing lessons at Club Porto Violetta Sailing School
Porto Violetta Marina Investment
Whether you fall head-over-heels in love with the region or have your business head firmly in place Porto Violetta Marina is a safe and exciting choice. Calabria benefits hugely from having the fast growth dynamics of an emerging market but being in a well established stable and well loved country. Italy itself has long been popular with tourists and property investors alike due to its charm and investment potential.
Calabria has seen major investment under the Cohesion Plan 2007 – 2013 and Brancaleone via Porto Violetta Marina Project is to be a main beneficiary. For those looking to buy it is Italy without the big price tag but this situation will not last for long as canny investors are waking up to value on offer in Calabria. Against a gloomy worldwide economic backdrop Calabria was the best performing area in Italy with out price drops. Lamezia International airport announced passenger figures up almost 20% in 2010 and further expected increases for 2011.
Many new direct flight into Calabria have been announced already for 2011 and Lamezia Airport is to have a new low cost carriers terminal constructed with work to start immediately. Ryanair is not only to increase flghts to Calabria but is to adopt the airport as one of it's startgic hubs upon completion of the new terminal. Reggio Calabria Airport only 10 minutes away from Porto Violetta is also being upgraded to receive International flights from most major European cities starting in 2012 and many low cost carriers are expected to provide flights into the airport. The future for Calabria and for Porto Violetta Marina is very bright indeed – contact us today to find out more.