Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is a mere butterfly kiss from the tip of Italy's boot. It is a true Mediterranean melting pot that mixes Italian, Greek, French, Spanish, African and Arabic flavors to create a tantalizing world of whimsical architecture, gracious locals and some of the best food on Earth. Sicily offers the best luxury vacation in Italy without the crowds and trampled paths of northern powerhouses like Tuscany or Rome.
It is an expansive island that is an ideal compromise for the culture guru and sun worshipper. Beach lovers can spend the day on the pearly ribbon of Agrigento Beach along the southern shore or on any number of powdery beaches that spill into the Mediterranean. Cruise over to the neighboring Aeolian Islands on your private yacht charter or explore the lively seaside cities and ports sprinkled across Sicily's shores. Climb La Rocca at Cefalù on Sicily to enjoy postcard views of the island's most popular beach resort and fishing village.
Sicily's throbbing capital city, Palermo, is the blossoming fruit of Sicily's eclectic history. You can find Baroque palaces, Roman cathedrals and medieval piazzas all within walking distance of each other. Palmero is a jumbled city decorated with beautiful architecture and punctuated by crowded marketplaces and whizzing scooters. Must-sees include the Quattro Canti, Palmero's Old Town quarter, the botanical gardens (Orto Botanico) and the many majestic churches and cathedrals sprinkled across the city. Try a seafood spaghetti in one of the many trattorias in Palermo, and you'll never look at pasta the same way again.
A luxury vacation in Sicily would not be complete without a visit to some of the island's most beautiful regions: Taormina, Erice, Trapani, Siracusa, Sciacca and Monreale. Stay in a rustic private villa in Sciacca, a quiet southern port and spend your days exploring the surrounding countryside and dramatic seascapes. Taormina is a charming hillside town on the eastern coast and allures visitors to its scintillating restaurants and Teatro Greco, an impressive amphitheater featuring spectacular views of the coast and Mount Etna. Sicily offers a glimpse of Italy off the beaten path and promises an Italian masterpiece of a vacation.
Casa Madrudaga is old house typical of the Iblea area, recently renovated with great care and good taste not only in the fine details, but also in the choice of materials such as the use of the calcareous stone which is typical of this area and was used to build the attractive dry-stone walls and [...]
Sicily Villa La Pomice (‘Pomice’ in Italian is pumice, the stone widely found on the Island of Lipari) is located in an upland area of Pianogreca, about 2km from the centre of Lipari. Its position means that is has a splendid view and is pleasantly cool, while the atmospheric infinity pool [...]
Beach villa in Sicily - This modern beachside house built in a Mediterranean style is situated near the town of Modica on the south-eastern side of Sicily, not far from Ragusa. A few steps away from the villa extends a white reef of rocks that slowly descends towards the sea and just one hundred [...]
Lovely villa surrounded by lush vegetation with a swimming pool. There are 5 bedrooms each with its own bathroom with shower and other amenities as frigobar and sat. TV to ensure your stay in both comfortable and enjoyable. Also within very easy reach are wonderful beaches as Macari, Uzzo [...]
Near to Mondello´s golden beaches and the Sicilian capital of Palermo but in a lovely quiet position immersed in nature, the villa´s location is just one of its attractions. The motorway is also very convenient should you want to explore wider Sicily. The owners, a very discreet, friendly couple, [...]
Villa in Sicily near beach - located in a leafy, green corner with a spectacular panorama of mountains all around is Borgo San Vito, a charming property built in a Mediterranean style on the north-western tip of Sicily. Whilst not being luxurious, the property is of a good standard throughout and [...]
The villetta is completely surrounded by over an acre of beautifully wooded land, immersed in a green country-side rich of quietness and peace entirely at the disposal of the occupants. The houses will surprise you for their beauty, for the care of every detail in functionality and aesthetics and [...]
The Aeolian islands (Isole Eolie) are a group of attractive islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea about 25-50km north of Sicily. Formerly off the beaten track, this diverse group of volcanic islands is becoming more popular and can be very busy during July and August. Salina is lush and hilly - great for a [...]
Panarea is the most exclusive and small island of Aeolian islands for its small size you can go around walking only. Panarea also for this reason is the most popular sicilian minor island for the international jetset You can see the beautifull and luxurious yachts in Junco bay ... Panarea is very [...]
This luxury rental is 100km from Sicily, Pantelleria. The island is small yet well linked by an airport and characterized by its rugged coastlines, secret coves and inlets, and thriving flora and fauna. What better to get a flavour of the island than staying in a dammuso, the typical building style [...]
Panarea is the most exclusive and small island of Aeolian islands for its small size you can go around walking only. Panarea also for this reason is the most popular sicilian minor island for the international jetset you can see the beautifull and luxurious yachts in Junco bay ... Panarea is very [...]
Villa Miramare consists of two adjacent mirror-image apartments, each of which sleeps five. They can be rented either individually or together. The house is on two levels: the ground floor has the living area and kitchen, while the first floor has two double bedrooms and one single. The single and [...]
The original structure of Borgo San Cono, a typical aristocratic Sicily country home, dates back to the 17th century. Additional wings were added over the centuries to make the home larger and more comfortable, while maintaining its features as a fortified stronghold dominating the vast surrounding [...]
Typical Sicilian masseria. The spacious villa, offering views of Mt. Etna, provides tranquillity and privacy with a central courtyard. Villa Il Cortile with its many archways, vibrant interiors, fireplaces, and fountains, is an elegant and relaxing retreat in a Sicilian style. The housekeeper live [...]
La Vela lies on the road that runs between Mondello and Palermo, in the exclusive little seaside resort of Addaura. Recently restored, the villa’s décor and fittings are luxurious, with every modern comfort. The villa is in a great position with private access to the sea – the coast is quite rocky [...]
This villa for 2 on Pantelleria, Italy, conveys guests an unsurpassed feeling of calm that beckons your discovery. This villa makes the perfect spot for those in search of privacy or a romantic retreat away from bustling cities, in a secluded setting of this magnificent island. Pantelleria is [...]
IL BAGLIO DI ALCAMO is a typical Sicilian construction, situated in the countryside of village of Alcamo. The structure although has been renovated, preserves the main characteristics of the so called “Baglio” (“Courtyard”), a rural site where in the past the social life of certain group of people [...]
Lying within an extensive estate of olive and citrus trees, Villa La Coloniale is a perfect example of how functionality and good taste can be combined. From the private car park (with ample space for three cars) a brief flight of steps flanked by vigorous clumps of papyrus leads up to the simple, [...]
The Villa is located on the outskirts of Trapani , overlooking a spectacular bay. This amazing villa has 2 Bedrooms and sleeps upto 4 people. Villa Dharma is surrounded with tropical garden and has a pool. Palermo's airport is 40 Km from the villa. Several charming locations are easily [...]
This CatalonianCastlehas been the property of one of Sicily’s oldest, noble families since the 13th Century. The estate covers hundreds of hectares and today the castle, still owned by the same family, is surrounded by one of the largest citrus groves in Sicily(200 hectares). This magnificent [...]
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