“Isola Rossa is the Sardinian fishing village that has kept its soul. A red granite islet that gives the town its name, a Spanish tower over the harbour, crystal-clear sea, halfway between Costa Paradiso and Castelsardo.”
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Isola Rossa is a seaside village in the municipality of Trinità d'Agultu e Vignola, on Sardinia's north coast. Quiet in winter, it comes alive in summer. Its name comes from the red granite islet in front of the harbour — a rock formation that almost glows in the light of the setting sun.
It's one of those villages that have kept their original seafaring character. A late-16th-century Spanish tower watches over the harbour. The harbour still belongs to the fishermen, and the low houses around it follow the lines of the old nets once stretched out to dry.
In Isola Rossa AffittaSardegna directly manages a selection of homes in the village and near the sea. A focused selection — not a big portfolio, just a few homes chosen in strategic spots between the harbour, La Marinedda beach and the village. Isola Rossa is centrally placed: 15 km from Costa Paradiso, 28 km from Castelsardo, 40 km from Santa Teresa di Gallura. An ideal base for exploring them all.
The late-16th-century Spanish tower dominates the little harbour: it was part of the system of coastal towers that guarded the north of the island. Today it's the symbol of the village, beautiful at sunset when the granite blazes red.
The Isola Rossa area is a string of beaches and coves stretching for about 5 km, from the town beach facing the islet to the wild coves towards Costa Paradiso.
2 km from the harbour. Considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf of Asinara — very fine white sand, crystal-clear sea, gently sloping seabed.
In the village, facing the islet. Pale sand mixed with small pebbles, a town-beach feel, handy because everything is within reach.
8 km east towards Costa Paradiso. A cove set in pink granite, turquoise sea, ideal for snorkelling. Popular with people who live here.
It continues on from La Marinedda to the west. A long stretch of golden sand, a wild feel, very few facilities. For those seeking peace and quiet.
6 km to the east. Wild and exposed to the mistral (often strong). Red granite that turns redder at sunset.
Isola Rossa's signature experience. Seen from the harbour at sunset, the granite glows an intense red. An aperitivo at one of the seafront bars or a picnic on the town beach. Do it at least one evening of your stay.
From Isola Rossa you set off to explore the coast towards Costa Paradiso — coves reachable only by sea, crystal-clear snorkelling, swimming stops in the most secret bays. Local operators with traditional gozzo boats. Paid excursion: check prices and times.
A day at sea with Isola Rossa's real fishermen. Fishing, snorkelling, lunch on board with the day's catch. An authentic experience, far from mass tourism. Message us on WhatsApp: we'll recommend the operators we trust.
From Palau (about 60 km to the east) you set off for La Maddalena National Park. Spiaggia Rosa, Cala Coticcio, Budelli. Day tours, paid.
Isola Rossa's hinterland (Aggius, Tempio Pausania) is Vermentino di Gallura DOCG country, about 40 minutes away. Message us: we'll recommend the wineries.
To really make the most of Isola Rossa's strategic location, a car is essential. We compare options via Discover Cars.
| Period | Sea | Crowds | Prices | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May–June | 🌊 21–23°C | 🟢 Low | 🟢 Reduced rates | ⭐ La Marinedda all to yourself |
| July | 🌊 25°C | 🟡 Moderate | 🟡 Standard | Book 3 months ahead |
| August | 🌊 25–26°C | 🔴 High | 🔴 Peak | AffittaSardegna homes often sell out |
| September | 🌊 24°C | 🟢 Low | 🟢 Reduced rates | ⭐ Superb sea + grape harvest |
| October–April | 🌊 16–19°C | 🟢 None | 🟢 The lowest rates of the year | The real, authentic village |
85 km, 1h20 by car on the SS133. The main airport, with direct flights from all over Italy + northern Europe in summer.
90 km. Moby, Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV. From Genoa (10h), Civitavecchia (5–7h), Livorno (8h).
120 km, 1h50 by car. An alternative if you're flying from central Italy.
70 km. For those arriving from Genoa/Civitavecchia/Barcelona who want to combine it with a base in the north-west.
In Isola Rossa we have selected homes in strategic locations:
Each home has different amenities: you'll find them on every home's page.
Holiday homes managed directly since 2011. Book direct and save up to 15%.
15 km to the east. Sculpted pink granite, secret coves, the premium alternative to the Costa Smeralda.
10 km to the west. 8 km of continuous beach, the heart of Vermentino di Gallura DOCG.
28 km to the west. A medieval village by the sea, Roccia dell'Elefante (the Elephant Rock), Museum of Mediterranean Basketry.
40 km to the east. Capo Testa, gateway to Bonifacio (Corsica), Rena Bianca. Sardinia + Corsica tour.
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