Sometimes, just a few kilometers is enough for everything to change. The landscape, the light streaming through the windows, the distance from the sea, the spaces around the house, and even the way we imagine our days. There's no single way to inhabit a territory, and Loiri Porto San Paolo is perhaps one of the most interesting examples: in the same municipality, the town, the countryside, the hills, and the coast coexist, with Tavolara becoming a constant presence as you approach the sea. It's a geography that offers very different housing options without forcing a choice between distant worlds. Olbia remains the area's main urban hub, with its services, port, and airport, while Loiri Porto San Paolo retains its own identity and a variety of contexts that in recent years have become increasingly important in residential choices. But limiting oneself to the definition of a "commune belt" risks telling only part of the story. Because Loiri Porto San Paolo isn't simply an area near Olbia: it's a place where, just by moving a few kilometers, the way of living profoundly changes. "When looking for a home, location is just one of the variables," explains Giuseppe Pireddu, office manager of Loiri Porto San Paolo di Brili-Brilas. "Within the same area, solutions that meet completely different needs can coexist. Some want to be close to town amenities, others prefer a panoramic location and privacy, others want to be within walking distance of the sea. Our work begins by understanding the daily life of the person we have before us." Brili-Brilas knows this reality firsthand. In addition to its headquarters in Olbia, the agency also has an office in Porto San Paolo and operates throughout Northeastern Sardinia. This presence allows it to closely observe not only the real estate market, but also the evolving needs of those choosing this area for a permanent residence, a second home, or an investment. Three properties currently listed by the agency illustrate this diversity.
LOIRI, THE CONTEMPORARY DIMENSION OF THE COUNTRY.
The first option stems from the center of Loiri and a newly built project comprising four detached villas. This proposal interprets a very specific form of living: having a detached home and its own outdoor space, without sacrificing proximity to amenities. The villas are located within walking distance of the town's main amenities, while Olbia, the port, and the Costa Smeralda airport remain easily accessible. Each residence is entirely on a single level and comprises approximately 161 square meters, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The project includes a private garden, veranda, and independent entrance. The rooms were designed with a contemporary layout, and the systems include a heat pump for air conditioning. The garden is not merely a frame; the veranda becomes an extension of the interior spaces, and the single-level layout responds to a quest for functionality that accommodates different families and needs. This too is one of the transformations of contemporary living: outdoor space has regained a central role. "The desire for independence doesn't necessarily coincide with a desire for isolation," observes Giuseppe Pireddu. "Many people seek a self-contained home, a garden, and greater freedom in managing their space, but also want nearby amenities and easy access. These are needs that can coexist and are increasingly impacting the selection of a property." In Loiri, this combination takes on the scale of the town: a daily life in which home and amenities maintain a close relationship, while Olbia remains easily accessible.
