Villa Luminosa - Two Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 4

Villa Luminosa looks upon the surrounding landscape of the valley of Grotticelli Buonriposo, majestically perched with panoramic views of the countryside extending for miles. Beyond the fields, imperial mountains catch the sun, rising out from the calm waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. This is a property that puts its guests at the heart of rural Sicily, rich in natural beauty.

One commodious room functions as a kitchen and living area indoors. This creates a unique social atmosphere when preparing an evening meal, and thanks to the many windows which brighten the space, glimpses caught of the fantastic view outside offer constant reminders of the island’s magic. The bedrooms, a double and a twin, are cool and tastefully furnished, the window of the double looking out upon a distant mountain.

Outside, the villa comes into its own. A veranda with a quaint wooden bench provides a relaxing spot from which to take in the surroundings. An elegant stone patio engulfs the private swimming pool, which is shaded naturally in parts by nearby trees. A dry stone wall at the end of the pool and a stone BBQ by the veranda give these grounds a traditional rustic charm. Illuminated at night, the garden becomes dreamlike. The view also transforms, as lights from the nearby fishing village twinkle gently with the stars above them.

Features:

Villa Interior

- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with king bed
- Living room with TV and two sofas
- Kitchen with stoves & oven, fridge, freezer, electric kettle, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine & iron, table with chairs seating 4 guests
- Bathroom with shower, bidet and WC

Outside Grounds

- Private pool (open from approximately beginning-April to beginning-November) and sun loungers
- Covered veranda with stone barbecue and wooden bench
- Mediterranean garden
- Shower
- Parking

Facilities

- WiFi
- TV
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine
- Iron

Location:

West of Palermo, just after Castellammare del Golfo, the coastline becomes rugged and spectacular. Part of this coastline is Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve, which stretches for 7km between the lovely village of Scopello in the east to near San Vito Lo Capo in the west. Created in 1981, this park and its surrounding areas are one of the most beautiful parts of western Sicily.

Lo Zingaro has been shaped by nature to dramatic effect. Cliffs drop precipitously into the azure sea and the series of pebbly beaches hidden amongst a myriad of coves are as lovely as you can find in the Mediterranean. The park attracts both walkers and bathers alike and in the summer, when many beaches are overcrowded, it is a good idea to head for Lo Zingaro, walk for half an hour and find relative isolation on a virtually deserted beach.

At the edge of the Zingaro Nature reserve lies the ancient Scopello (from the Greek word "Skopelos" that means "cliff”), a small, pleasant village that was built around a 16th-century “baglio”, on the site of a former Moorish hamlet. As you will discover, this nice courtyard is now the heart of the village. Here, ceramics and souvenirs shops, as well as boutiques, cafés and restaurants lie under the shadow of a large eucalyptus. On the road to Trapani one can spot the idyllically situated Greek temple of Segesta, one of the Mediterranean’s finest archaeological sites.

Castellammare del Golfo is an attractive seaside town between Palermo and Trapani. The historic fishing port has a picturesque location, below steep mountain slopes; with a handsome curved harbour at the foot of a small headland topped with a castle. There are still small working fishing boats, and you may see fishermen mending their nets on board, or selling the day's catch. Castellammare has a pretty little central park, opposite the elegant town hall on Corso Mattarella. The park has a small children's play area, shady trees, and benches with views over the harbour.

Terms & Conditions:

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€300 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.

4.00 p.m. Check-in after this time may be subject to an extra cost. Please enquire for more details.

10.00 am. Late check-out may be possible on request subject to availability at extra cost (€70). Please enquire for more details.

Yes.

Yes.

On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €50 per stay will apply (payable locally).

Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.



Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.



Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.



Please note home security devices may be installed at the villa, please enquire for further information.

Saturday in high season. Flexible during all other periods.

Standard changeover clean included in the price. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Outside only.

A cot and highchair are available on request at an extra cost (€50 per week each or €10 per day each). Please enquire for more details.

7 nights in high season. 3 nights all other periods.

Extra cost, payable locally.

Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required).

Wi-Fi internet access included.

The pool is open from approximately beginning-April to beginning-November. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.
Smoking - not allowed