Golfo Aranci, the village by the sea
Golfo Aranci is the town that closes off the Gulf of Olbia to the north: a fishing village that grew up around its harbour and railway station, with waters awarded the Blue Flag time and again. It is the right choice for anyone who wants white-sand beaches and a genuine atmosphere while staying just fifteen minutes from the airport. Propertize handpicks holiday homes and apartments in Golfo Aranci, in the pedestrian centre and with a sea view.
Our homes in Golfo Aranci range from a sea-view apartment a few steps from the harbour to a house in the pedestrian centre, where everything is within walking distance. They are perfect for families looking for shallow water and short journeys, for couples who want a real village rather than a resort, and for anyone using Golfo Aranci as a quiet base a step away from the Costa Smeralda without paying its prices.
The beaches of Golfo Aranci
Spiaggia Bianca is the best known: pale sand, crystal-clear sea and a seabed that slopes away gently. The Third Beach and the Fourth Beach are family favourites for their fine sand and shallow water. Cala Banana is a sheltered bay tucked behind the Mediterranean scrub; Cala Sabina can be reached on foot or by stepping off the regional train, a rare treat. At the foot of the Capo Figari headland, facing the island of Figarolo, lies Cala Moresca, with seabeds beloved by snorkellers. Capo Figari is also a fine scenic walk, among juniper trees and mouflons, with views over Tavolara and across to Corsica on clear days.
What to do in Golfo Aranci
Village life revolves around the harbour: in the morning you buy freshly landed fish and sea urchins, in the evening you dine on the seafront. Boat excursions set off from the little harbour towards the island of Tavolara, Molara and the coves of the Gulf of Olbia. The heritage train to Cala Sabina is an experience in itself. For those who want to explore: Porto Rotondo is 20 minutes away, Porto Cervo 30, San Teodoro and La Cinta 45; central Olbia, with its restaurants and the evening stroll along Corso Umberto, is 20 minutes away.
Getting there and why choose Golfo Aranci
Olbia-Costa Smeralda airport (OLB) is 15-20 minutes' drive away. Golfo Aranci also has a ferry port (services from Livorno and Piombino) and is the terminus of the railway line from Olbia. It is the ideal base for: anyone who wants a genuine fishing village with everything within walking distance; families looking for shallow-water beaches close to the airport; anyone who wants Blue Flag sea while spending less than on the Costa Smeralda, which remains half an hour away for a day out.
Our homes in Golfo Aranci: types and services
In the Propertize portfolio in Golfo Aranci you will find sea-view apartments and houses in the pedestrian centre. Every property has self check-in with a smart lock: arrive late from the airport and get in whenever you like, with no rigid timetables. They are fully equipped: a kitchen with everything you need, a washing machine, fast Wi-Fi, hotel-quality linen and a welcome kit with local products. The Propertize team is reachable 24/7 via WhatsApp in Italian, English, French, Spanish and German. By booking direct you get the best rates, with no Airbnb or Booking commission.
For owners who would like to entrust us with their Golfo Aranci home, we offer dedicated professional management for the Olbia area with revenue increases of between +58% and +119.5% compared with previous management.
