The landscape designer behind Bella Sotta sought to ensure that the horizon remains ever-present, wherever you are on the property. The outdoor layouts follow the natural contours of the land, blending seamlessly into the surroundings, as if the bergerie had always been there, deeply rooted in the soil of the Corsican maquis.
Local plant species—olive trees, laurels, strawberry trees, rosemary and lavender—were chosen for their understated beauty and natural resilience, bringing fragrance and authenticity with every passing breeze.
A natural extension of the living area, the shaded terrace is the true heart of life at Bella Sotta.
Beneath the aged wooden pergola, breakfast is enjoyed facing the maquis, while evening aperitifs unfold in the soft, golden light. The materials chosen for the outdoor lounge and dining table echo traditional Corsican bergeries, while offering contemporary comfort.
It is a place for sharing, calm and convivial moments, where time gently slows to the rhythm of the cicadas.
Bella Sotta’s heated pool blends seamlessly into the outdoor living space. Its clean lines and mineral tones contrast with the authenticity of the stone bergerie and its pergola, bringing a contemporary touch to the setting. From here, unobstructed views stretch across the hills and the Corsican maquis, with complete privacy.
The pool invites both swimming and quiet contemplation. It is the perfect place to extend summer days, from the first morning coffee to the last evening dip.
Around the pool, the sun-drenched terrace welcomes sun loungers and deck chairs in a space bathed in light. The materials have been carefully selected to remain comfortable under the Corsican sun, while the raw wood furniture favours simple, inviting lines.
Here, you read, you daydream, you savour the silence. It is the perfect place to enjoy the warmth, just a few steps from the refreshing coolness of the water.
The garden of Bella Sotta was designed as an open window onto the maquis. No walls or hedges interrupt the perspective: the view drifts across the Corsican hills, framed by rocks, olive trees and blue skies.
As the seasons change, so do the garden’s colours, shifting from silvery green in spring to warm ochre in summer, then to golden hues in autumn.