“Our Sardinia Story” — An Irish Couple Finds a Second Home in the Mediterranean

Lorraine & Brian, Irish buyers: why Sardinia won us over — easy European access, stunning beaches beyond the celebrity scene, and a community that feels like home.

Sunshine Beyond the Smeralda Stereotype

With easy flight connections from major European cities, we wanted a warm, authentic escape. Sardinia delivered more than we expected. If you only associate the island with the celebrity sparkle of Costa Smeralda, think again: the true magic lives in lesser-known coastal towns where you still get turquoise water, quiet coves, and pristine beaches — minus the crowds.

Community You Can Belong To

After settling into our apartment, we found ourselves welcomed into a friendly Sardinian community — the kind that reminds us of how home used to feel. Sure, you can brush shoulders with the jet set, but nothing beats sharing a long lunch with new friends where food is celebration and conversation flows.

Slow Food, Local Wine, Real Wellbeing

To appreciate Sardinia is to slow down. Think slow-food trattorie, family recipes, and Cannonau or Vermentino poured from local vineyards. Life feels healthier and calmer here — less stress, more sunshine, and a culture that values good food, good company, and quick wit.

Why We’d Recommend Sardinia to Irish Buyers

• Quick access from Europe, with connections via major hubs
• Top-class beaches and scenery beyond the high-gloss hotspots
• Warm, safe communities that make second-home living feel natural
• A lifestyle that’s good for body and soul
  
  

  Coastal countryside view