7Pines Sardinia is the dreamiest escape for sun, sea, sand and a spa all in one spot

The Costa Smeralda coastline in northern Sardinia is where the A-listers go to play. And, nestled in a peaceful enclave at the centre, you’ll find 7Pines Sardinia.

Obviously, there’s a reason why the second largest island in the mediterranean is such a popular retreat. The sparkling waters, secluded white sand beaches, hidden coves and private ocean clubs make it a perfect jumping off point for jet-setters looking to head off onto one of the many super yachts that flank the shore.

But even without the sailing or celeb-spotting (the island is a favourite with the likes of Beyonce, Leonardo DiCaprio, Bradley Cooper, Irina Shayk and Elton John, to name a few), it’s an ideal place to kick back, relax and recuperate. The weather is blissful from April to October and the food and wine is next-level; we’re talking pasta, pizza, gelato, chianti, negronis.

But, if you’re after a holiday where you can fly, flop and stay put in the lap of luxury, 7Pines has all the amenities to ensure you’ll never want to leave.

The location

A 40 minute drive from Olbia airport, 7Pines Sardinia is located at the centre of the Costa Smeralda on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. The property overlooks the sea with access to a quiet beach and is surrounded by a nature reserve and 15 hectares of untarnished coastline in Baja Sardinia. The hotel garden (linking some of the laguna rooms to the rest of the hotel) provides fresh ingredients to the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, Capogiro, and if you look out to sea, the view overlooks the archipelago of Maddalena.

The accommodation

The hotel boasts 76 rooms and suites, which offer up a mix of sea views overlooking the beach and glittering waters of the bay below, garden vi5ews surrounded by lush palms, and pool-side views that open onto the tranquil laguna pool. And to make it a home away from home, there’s a house bar that’s well-stocked with drinks (soft and alcoholic), teas and coffees which you can dip into from your own private terrace.