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Il Vignale
Villa in the hills with infinity pool
Santo Stefano di Camastra (North Sicily)
Features
- Infinity Pool
- Rural Location
- Great Views
- Vegetable Garden
- Olive Oil Production
- Traditional Style
As captivating inside as out and with glorious views over a landscape of rolling hills and deep valleys, Il Vignale is an excellent choice for a group looking to blend beach-life and exploring local sights with a countryside base. With so much space, it is perfect for large groups or family reunions.
Home-grown fresh vegetables, courtesy of the charming villa owners, and olive oil produced from Il Vignale’s own olives trees all add to the experience. This rural villa offer tranquility and peace for all guests.
Throughout the garden, shaded terraces and sunny spots are furnished with deckchairs, large umbrella, tables, chairs, benches, armchairs and sofas, providing endless opportunities to sit peacefully and enjoy the wonderful view over the surrounding countryside. A colourful mosaic path snakes around the garden amidst huge terracotta urns, inspired by the nearby Fiumara D’Arte collection, leading to a breakfast area with superb views. A gazebo provides shade over a dining area where leisurely meals can be enjoyed.
The infinity pool has large decked areas on two sides, providing ample space for sunbathing, and is situated slightly apart from the villa and lawned garden. Enjoy poolside snacks under the shelter of a sun umbrella with the hazy form of Alicudi, one of the Aeolian Islands, visible in the distance.
Entrance to the villa is via the veranda that extends the width of the villa and looks out over the large well-kept lawn.
Stone walls and burnished terracotta tiles add character to a large living/dining room which has an open fireplace and wonderful views through a large door that opens on to a covered veranda. The dining room, which has exposed brick walls and a magnificent ceiling created from a series of curved arches, is a fabulous spot for evening meals if you visit during the cooler months.
The kitchen is extremely attractive and is a real highlight for people who love to cook. There is a large bathroom on the ground floor, decorated with majolica ceramics from nearby Santo Stefano di Camastra, with two toilets, a shower and separate storage room.
On the first floor, the master bedroom has a magnificent four-poster bed and attractive ensuite bathroom with shower, and French windows look out over the island of Alicudi. There are three more double bedrooms on this floor and all with an ensuite bathroom with a shower. There are two more double bedrooms on the second floor, one of which has an ensuite bathroom with bath. The second bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. There is also a quadruple bedroom (one double bed, two single beds) on this floor with its own bathroom with shower.
A separate guest house for two provides the ideal solution for groups where one couple prefers some additional privacy. The guesthouse has a double bed, a beautiful shower with gorgeous Sicilian tiles (in the bedroom itself) and its own bathroom.
Beaches
Sicily’s north coast has some wonderful beaches. Head to San Gregorio for a chilled-out day by the sea, or Finale di Pollina where you will feel your cares fade away under the sun. Castel di Tusa has a Blue Flag beach with great facilities and a relaxed atmosphere, as well as clear water. Cefalù’s sandy beach is a classic choice thanks to its lidos and free areas, as well as its incredible location in the town, and Sant'Ambrogio beach is a haven of beauty and azure waters that will charm you.
Towns & Sights
You can explore Sicily’s north coast, ranging from mountains to the sea, and lovely towns with ease from Il Vignale. Head to Capo d’Orlando for a seaside town with restaurants, bars, and a beach. You can also reach the Aeolian Islands from here. Milazzo is another charming seafront town to visit. For small, traditional towns, head to Castel di Tusa and Santo Stefano di Camastra. You can reach the Nebrodi and Madonie Mountains easily, and both mountain ranges are beautiful. Visit Gangi or Castelbuono for authentic hilltop towns. Further afield, visit Sicily’s capital, Palermo, for a fun day out in a vibrant environment.
Activities
Indulging in food and wine in Sicily is easy at Il Vignale. Book a cook service in the villa and enjoy a full meal prepared just for you. Or, learn to make some Sicilian dishes yourself. Pasta-making lessons, pastry courses, and general cookery lessons are all available at the villa. Or drive to Palermo and take part in a Street Food tour for an unforgettable time out. You could also visit a winery and enjoy a tour and tasting, or treat yourself to a boat trip along the coast for a breath of fresh air.
Main house
- 550 MQ
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Ground Floor
Living Room
Spacious living room with comfy sofas, an open fireplace and traditional brick work.
Kitchen
Pretty kitchen, fully equipped with all appliances needed for your holiday. Decorated with Sicilian accents.
Dining Room
Large, atmospheric dining room with exposed brick work.
Bathroom
Large guest bathroom with shower.
First Floor
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Beautiful four poster bed with countryside views.
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Second Floor
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom with access to a balcony.
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Guest House
- 35 MQ
Ground Floor
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
A separate guesthouse with double bed and bathroom. A colourfully tiled shower is found in the bedroom itself.
Other areas
- 2000 MQ
Swimming Pool
Lovely infinity pool, set away from the villa with decking, sunloungers, table and chairs, and incredible views.
Garden
Pretty garden with mosaic path leading to breakfast area furnished with table and chairs.
Gazebo
Shady dining area and barbecue for al fresco meals.
Veranda
Lovely furnished veranda that stretches the entire width of the villa.
Parking
There is ample space for parking on the property.
Check-in: from 4:00 pm
Check-out: by 10:00 am
Early check-in and late check-out is free at this villa, according to availability.
No smoking
No pets
Parties or events can be held at the villa, but only with prior arrangement and at an additional cost.
Damages will be charged from the Security Deposit
The electricity usage included in the price is meant to avoid energy waste and to promote an eco friendly attitude.
The 400kwh is an amount calculated on an average use at full capacity.
The pool is open to guests from 5th April to 2nd November.
Countryside roads in Sicily are often unpaved and bumpy. For this reason we strongly suggest to rent a car with high ground clearance. The road leading to the villa is very narrow and steep, and has several twists and turns and is not suitable for wide vehicles.
The extensive olive groves surrounding Il Vignale feature the fine Ogliarola olive variety. Olive harvesting and pressing occurs between October and November and guests who visit during this period will have the opportunity to take part directly in the production of olive oil from branch to bottle.
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating 1
- Open fireplace
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- Dishwasher
- Kettle
- Mixer
- Toaster
- Oven
- Microwave oven
- Satellite TV
- DVD
- Home theatre system
- ADSL Wi-Fi internet
- Yoga equipment
1 On request in Winter months
- Pool 1
- Outdoor shower
- Pool towels
- Sunloungers
- Sun umbrella
- Private parking
- Private garden
- Gazebo
- Veranda
- Barbecue
- Vegetable & fruit garden
- Table tennis
1 12x6 (LxW in meters)
- Welcome pack
- On-Site Caretaker
- Garden maintenance 1
- Electricity & A/C 2
- Pool cleaning 3
- Mid-week cleaning 4
- Linen & towel change 5
- Final cleaning
- City tax
1 Before Check-in
2 400 kWh included - € 0,30 per extra kWh
3 Three times a week
4 Once a week
5 A mid-stay towel change is included for bookings longer than one week. Weekly linen/towel changes and a cleaning service are included for multiple-week bookings.
5% off your booking price with the Multiple Week Promo! Book 14 nights and enjoy this discount.
The offer is valid for all bookings of at least 14 nights that take place in 2025 and cannot be used in combination with any other Villatravellers promotion.
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Sicily's north coast is yours for exploring when staying at Il Vignale. The villa is ideal for visiting the pretty coastal or hilltop towns, as well as stopping off at great beaches.
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