Choose from these top 5 Sicily villas with pools
If you haven’t booked your summer holiday yet and are worried about running out of options, think again. These fabulous villas in Sicily are all located in the southeast of the island and have pockets of availability throughout the summer and into the early autumn months. All you need to do is decide how close you want to be to the beach and who you want to spend that precious holiday time with.
Wellness area and rooftop jacuzzi
With a lovely pool to keep the kids happy and a fantastic beachfront location, Villa Alti certainly meets most families’ top two priorities. But it’s also very much a parent pleaser, maxing out on brownie points with a wellness area where you can start the day with a gentle jog on the running machine and a series of bench presses, and an indulgent rooftop terrace complete with sun beds and a jacuzzi with a view. Brilliantly equipped to make your stay comfortable in all seasons, there’s a remote controlled pergola that provides shade during the heat of the summer, and a patio heater for al fresco dining well into October.
The villa is located close to Santa Maria del Focallo and a string of fabulous sandy beaches, including those at Capo Passero at the far southeasterly tip of the island.
Between the beach and baroque Sicily
Enjoy the perfect beach/sightseeing combo at Baglio La Corte, a traditional stone villa just 8kms from the beach and an easy 20-minute drive from the stunning baroque towns of Modica and Scicli. Ideal for two families or a group of friends, the 4-bedroom restored farmhouse has plenty of space to spread out, with two living rooms, a spacious kitchen and a guest house for an additional four people if needed. Visit during the summer months, however, and you’ll spend most of your time on the shaded terrace, admiring the beautifully landscaped garden with its pool and lawns dotted with citrus and olive trees.
Luxury stay in the heart of Noto
If you’re looking for autumn inspiration, you may prefer to forgo the beach and rent a villa in Sicily that offers more of a city break experience. Skip the crowds that flock to the northern Italian cities of Florence, Rome and Venice and head instead for the baroque palazzi and honey-coloured churches that line the streets of Noto. Check into the super stylish Aurispa 143, an elegant apartment for 10 set in an exquisitely refurbished convent close to the centre of town. Start your day with a session in the fitness room, then stroll into town for a cappuccino and to gaze upon some of Sicily’s finest baroque architecture. At the end of the day, rest weary limbs in Aurispa 143’s gorgeous art-adorned spa area before heading up to the rooftop terrace for an aperitivo as the sun drops over Noto’s skyline.
Walk to the beach from this family villa in Sicily
Being able to walk to the beach from your villa rather than having to bundle everything and everyone into the car can be incredibly liberating. At family-friendly Le Gioie, the series of beaches around Baia Porto Ulisse are an easy 400m stroll away, making the location a tempting option for teenagers in the family wanting to sleep in and wander down to the beach in their own time.
As an added attraction for independent teenagers, the bedrooms are split between the main villa (one bedroom) and a separate dependence with two double bedrooms. The villa also has a private infinity pool, with glorious views to the sea, and a large garden.
Celebrate with friends in Sicily
Celebrating a special birthday or anniversary? Renting a villa in Sicily with space for big groups is an affordable way to create really magic memories with friends or family. At Il Casale degli Ulivi, a sprawling rural villa in south east Sicily, there’s easily enough room for up to 16 people. The contemporary villa is configured with 7 bedrooms split across two wings, and a central living space that includes a large kitchen with space for relaxed, easy dining and chatting into the small hours. During the day, take it easy on a series of landscaped terraces around the pool or head out to Modica or Ragusa to explore some of Sicily’s most magnificent baroque architecture before returning for an indulgent chef-prepared celebratory dinner on the outdoor terrace.
