Although not the best known of Corsica's holiday regions, the Costa Verde features some of its most expansive beaches. Indeed, stroll through the trees at the end of the garden that surrounds the charming and well looked after Villa Bighelli, and you will find yourself with a view of sands as far as the eye can see, the ocean waves lapping the coastline just metres from the house. The shallow slope of the beach makes for ideal family bathing and the expansive gardens and lawn of the villa provide a further oasis of peace. Monsieur and Madame Bighelli's house is built in traditional regional stone and the décor is unpretentious, simple and rustic. The resort of Moriani Plage is just a short drive to the south, or a half hour stroll along the beach if you need to make that refreshing apéritif even more well-deserved! For those who wish to explore further afield, the Castagniccia, a huge forest of sweet chestnut trees, nestles behind should you wish to take a break from the beach for an easy mountain walk.