In 1963, Belgian visionary Edith Pelgrims de Bigard arrived on this quiet stretch of South Sardinia and discovered a small fishing village called Is Tellas. She fell for the clarity of the water and the calm of the coastline, then acquired the surrounding land and the two bays that define Torre delle Stelle: Genn’e Mari and Cann’e Sisa.
She built the essential infrastructure, traced the roads, and gave the place its new name, inspired by a night sky so bright it became an identity, with streets named after constellations. On the shore of Genn’e Mari, she created Villa La Belle Etoile: a home designed to welcome, then and now.
The beginning of our story
Three generations on, Villa La Belle Etoile remains in the same family, personally cared for with continuity, taste, and a deep connection to Sardinia, its culture, arts, and people. That legacy is felt in the calm confidence of the house, and in an approach to hosting that is attentive without being intrusive. Ten themed suites give each guest their own sense of place, while the estate remains entirely yours, from gardens to shoreline.
To offer a private villa stay that feels both exceptional and deeply personal: a luxury beachfront villa in Torre delle Stelle, hosted with discretion, warmth, and precision. We welcome families, retreats, and celebrations with tailored service, thoughtful spaces, and the freedom to live at your own pace, on the sands of Genn’e Mari.
To remain the most sought-after private villa rental in South Sardinia, recognised for privacy, impeccable hosting, and the heritage that began in 1963. We preserve the spirit Edith Pelgrims de Bigard set in motion, while evolving with care and a commitment to sustainability, so each season feels effortless, authentic, and enduring.
