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House with character in the historical centre, with terrace and sea view

Vacation home near Cefalu Beach in Cefalù

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 568 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cefalù, Sicily
  • Place, Cefalu Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo Atenasio Martino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo Piraino
    ‪2 min walk‬

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About the area

Cefalù

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Old Town Cefalù vacation home, you'll be steps from Temple of Diana and Palazzo Atenasio Martino. Cefalu Cathedral and Palazzo Piraino are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cefalu Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Palazzo Atenasio Martino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Palazzo Piraino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of Purgatory - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rocca of Cefalu - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Cefalù Station - 11 min walk
  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antica Porta Terra - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Antica Focacceria Sapori Siciliani - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cannolì - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Locanda del Marinaio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tinchitè - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

House with character in the historical centre, with terrace and sea view

This lovely house – dating back to 1700 - is located in the picturesque historical centre of Cefalù, 100 mt to the sandy beach, in a quiet side street 30 mt from the main church “il Duomo”. It’s a traditional three-storey house newly renovated in the old fashion style, and it is unique in its simplicity: stone walls, terracotta-tiled floor and raftered ceiling.
On the ground floor there is the dining room, a fully equipped kitchen and a comfortable bathroom; on the first floor there are two bedrooms: one with a double bed and one with a bunkbed; on the top floor there is the living room (with a bed-coach), a small bathroom and a lovely terrace, overlooking the sea, the old roofs and the “Rocca”, the well-famous mountain symbol of Cefalù.
It is the best for those who love enjoying lively resorts, but also – thanks to its ideal position – for those who want to relax and rest in the terrace enjoying some wine and a nice Italian meal, with a great sea-view!
All rooms have natural light, are well ventilated and look at lovely corners of the old town.
There is a washing machine, air-conditioning and fans; you’ll find everything you might need for your comfortable stay.
Not recommended to people with leg problems and loud groups.
The prices listed are for 1 to 4 people.
Free Wifi in the nearby square.
Extra services available on request:
- professional tour guide for nature and art itineraries, anywhere in Sicily
- transfer from and to any airport
- driver with car rental

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Exterior
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 732 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Culla a pagamento

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number IT082027C2AQSONPQ3

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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House with character in the historical centre, with terrace and sea view Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn Curreri E., Washington, DC, USA

Best location in Cefalu

Fantastic location 1.5 blocks from the central plaza. Melena is a wonderful host and made sure we were well prepared for the unusual traffic caused by the papal visit in Palermo. You will need strong legs for all the stairs but after our stay in cefalu, the rest of Sicily was easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

francesca L.

Lovely characterful 17th century holiday house, great views of the sea and hillside

Lovely, characterful old house. Excellent location, close to the Cathedral, café, shops and the sea. Fabulous views from the small terrace. Owner very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this property and Cefalu itself.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Better than imagined

Authentic Cefalu experience The home was wonderful Perfect for a family of 5 Everything we needled was there and Milena is a wonderful host Grazie
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Carol H., London, England

Brilliant location just off main square in Cefalu with views of the sea and the mountain.

Milena was a great host. Her communication over email during booking was prompt and helpful. On the day of our arrival in the country, we kept in touch via WhatsApp and she was waiting for us on time (in fact early) as arranged to give us the key. During our stay Milena invited us to send her any questions by WhatsApp, and she went above and beyond the call of duty when our daughter was taken ill, advising us which clinic to go to and even offering her services as a translator by phone if needed. Thank you Milena! The property is not luxurious, but comfortable and had everything we needed. We spent most of our time on the balcony which has stunning views over the red rooftops of Cefalu to the bay as well as of the mountain. The apartment is in a really excellent location. Its a short walk from a main piazza and the cathedral, so seconds after closing the front door and you are in the charming cobbled streets of Cefalu with its lovely shops and restaurants. The beach is a very short walk, a huge win with small children. The balcony and living room are very peaceful, private and not overlooked. The main bedroom has a window very close to the neighbouring apartments and I would describe some of the nearby households (forgive the stereotype) as exuberant! We didn't mind as we loved living the authentic Sicilian experience and we chose not to stay in a large hotel for this reason. But light sleepers may want to pack ear plugs, or sleep in one of the other rooms. Cefalu is a beautiful town and we enjoyed a mix of beach holiday plus history & culture. The children built sandcastles and we also explored the cathedral, the temple to Diana, Roman baths etc. We ate like kings and the local ice cream is to die for. I would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fausta A.

Es war kurz gefasst einfach Traumhafte

Vielen Dank Milena es war sehr schön und traumhaft in deiner Wohnung. Danke für den tollen Service wir werden auf jeden fall wieder kommen. Lg aus Deutschland
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

soraya b.

Location calme et pourtant au cœur cefalu

La maison de Milena est très bien située et étonnement calme par rapport justement au fait qu'elle soit en plein centre, à 2 pas du Duomo. Tout en étage, on entre par la salle à manger, au fond il y a une petite cuisine et à côté la salle de bain, au 1er étage la chambre parentale petite mais agréable et une petite chambre d'enfant avec lits superposés, au 2eme étage la pièce de vie qui donne sur la charmante petite terrasse d'où on a une très jolie vue avec de beaux couchers de soleil ! Idéal pour prendre tous ces repas/apéro (seul bémol ils sont à préparaer au Rdc...du coup on passe pas mal de temps dans les escaliers). Milena a été très charmante et réactive quand nous avions des questions! C'est une très bonne adresse pour qui veut être au cœur de Cefalu sans être gené par son bruit et son agitation estivale ! Cefalu est une vraie carte postale, et comme tout lieu magnifique ...elle attire beaucoup de monde! Mais on a adoré!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

sylvie v.

Au coeur de la ville

Nous avons apprécié d'être au centre de Cefalù, adorable petit village touristique.La plage,les transports en commun , les magasins sont très faciles d'accès.L'appartement est convenable ; Nous avons apprécié la terrasse pour le petit déjeuner et le diner.La cuisine est petite mais correcte il nous a cependant manqué un bon couteau qui coupe.L'accueil (départ et arrivée)a été chaleureux.Nous recommandons le logement à condition d'être en forme :ça grimpe pour aller à l'appartement et à l'intérieur du logement ( sur 3 niveaux). La Sicile est vraiment un beau pays à découvrir....
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017