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Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley

Riverfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82153 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Palazzolo Acreide, Sicily
  • Popular LocationCorsino4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Paolo Basilica5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAntonino Uccello House-Museum5 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)71 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had an incredible family holiday at the house, the location is absolutely unique and stunning. The pool, gardens and ...
Talfryn B.
Aug 17, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley

Riverfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen
This smoke-free holiday home features a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and hairdryers. Televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Unit size: 2153 sq ft (200 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site 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 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

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

9001

About the area

Palazzolo Acreide

Located in Palazzolo Acreide, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cavagrande del Cassibile Nature Reserve and Anapo Valley, while Antonino Uccello House-Museum and Buscemi Paese Mueseo are cultural highlights. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, cycling and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Corsino - 4 min drive
  • San Paolo Basilica - 5 min drive
  • Antonino Uccello House-Museum - 5 min drive
  • San Sebastiano Basilica - 6 min drive
  • Akrai Archaeological Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Priolo Melilli Station - 43 min drive
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pasticceria Corsino - 4 min drive
  • La Corte di Eolo - 4 min drive
  • Lo Scrigno dei Sapori - 6 min drive
  • La Taverna di Bacco - 6 min drive
  • Vecchio Molino - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Corsino, San Sebastiano Basilica and Antonino Uccello House-Museum. Church of San Michele and San Paolo Basilica are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lyn c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family country home.
We loved our stay The Millers Cottage. The property is beautiful - exactly the Italian countryside stay we were looking for. The Cottage was really perfect for our family -huge kitchen, cozy fireplace in the living room and views everywhere you looked. A treat was to see our hosts animals - dog, cats, horses and mule. Our hosts were very helpful and responded quickly to all our calls for directions or restaurant recommendations. Easy spot to get to the local towns we wanted to visit - Noto, Ortigia, Ragusa and airport. We would definitely recommend staying here. Thanks for helping us make wonderful family memories! The Campbell Family
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Sicilian Adventure
This is a beautiful property, deep in a valley, not far from Palazzolo Acreide, a charming, although somewhat isolated town a 45 -55 minute drive from Siracusa. Mario, the owner/ host, is delightful and helpful in every way, and we all enjoyed interactions with him and Rosella and Orso! This is a very old and rustic house and its charm is also its shortcoming, in terms of the bathroom situation, which is uneven. Still, we, a three generational family had a wonderful time exploring the valley, some of us on horseback, and the plains of Akrai, with a smaller version of Siracusa’s Greek theater and other wonderful ruins designated a UNESCO site. Palazzolo Acreide has some gorgeous baroque buildings, the ruins of a Norman castle, many delightful restaurants and a cooking school with Chef Turi. Alyssia, who also does cooking classes, came to cook for us two evenings.We also explored Noto, Ragusa and the Roman Villa Casale as well as Siracusa itself. Sicily is a wonderful island, the Sicilians are warm and hospitable people and we hope to return.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palazzolo Perfection
We visited in July 2019 and our party of six ranging in age from four to ninety had a fantastic time at the villa. Rosella and Mario were so welcoming and ensured that we were made aware of all that the villa and the surrounding area had to offer. The property is situated in a lush valley, and the grounds are laid out to make the most of the scenery. An aqueduct and various water courses run through the grounds which with the sound of running water as the only background noise makes for an incredibly peaceful place. The swimming pool area is particularly well laid out and we spent many happy hours there. The villa is well equipped, comfortable and the shabby chic interior design adds to the relaxing feel of the place. The villa is well situated as a base to visit the beautiful baroque towns and villages of Ragusa and Syracuse Provinces and it is only an hour and a quarter from Catania airport. We were lucky enough to visit during the celebration of St Paul which was a fantastic spectacle of fireworks and confetti watched by thousands crammed into the small town of Palazollo Acreide. in summary a wonderful part of the world and the perfect place to experience it from. Thank you Rosella and Mario.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ross A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing secret gem - must stay!
We spent a week in this idyllic house. We had 5 adults and 1 three year old and everyone loved their stay. The house: Absolutely stunning, with plenty of space for even a larger group. Totally tranquil surrounded by nature - you listen to the waterfall cascading down while sitting out in the enclosed upper garden (perfect with an active little one). It was warm when we stayed, but the house remained cool and pleasant all day and a comfortable temperature for sleeping. The pool: Is a great mix of shallows for the little one and nice for swimming and lounging or cooling off while you sunbathe in the comfortable loungers. There is a shower, toilet and fridge by the pool so perfect to let you spend all day down there. The grounds are stunning with aquaducts running around the terraces leaving a lush green garden with orchards and herbs. Everything smells lovely. The town is just the right size, with amazing local produce (we went to the local fishmonger and cooked the best tuna I've ever eaten one night) and plenty of restaurants and shops. I cannot recommend it enough!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Perfect balance of rustic and comfort.
My family of 10 (ranging in age from 5 to 86) spent 14 very happy nights here. The 300 year old beautifully restored miller’s house is located in a serene oasis on a rushing spring-fed stream and has beautiful views of the surrounding area. It was probably the best vacation we’ve ever had. The property has fruit trees, terraced gardens, horses, a lovely patio with great morning sun, a large dining table inside and another outside. We were so happy there we travelled around less than we thought we would. Mario and Rosella were so warm and welcoming and also helped with many sightseeing ideas. (Take the tour of the 14th century mill with Mario on the property.) The local town, Palazzolo Acreide, a three minute drive, is a UNESCO heritage site and deservedly so. A walk through the piazzas, the narrow streets and the 3rd century BCE Greek amphitheater is a must. Although it’s a small town, there is first class food there both in the restaurants and the various markets. We bought beautiful food in the town. Corsino and the shops close to it including the bakery and the cheese store at the top of via Nationale were all wonderful. The fruit and vegetable stores everywhere and the fish market are superb. Igor’s gas station had superb coffee all day for those who wanted it. After visiting the towns nearby, we would go back to the house which is beautifully cool in the summer. We spent our evenings by the pool with our feet in the water as the children swam. (The pool is not heated, but the children loved it.) The pool house is brand new and beautifully appointed. The linens are all of very high quality and deserve a mention. The main thing to know is that it’s restful, clean, beautiful and the perfect balance of rustic and comfort. Do be sure to visit Siracusa, Ortigia (before noon to catch the market), Ragusa, and especially Noto.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tayha C.

Beautiful, quaint, relaxing
Lovely old farm house. Lovely thick stone walls. Pool area really nice and relaxing with the sound of the waterfall. Little BBQ area under a tree. So picturesque. Great location, close to little town with nice bars and restaurants and small supermarket. 1 hr from airport and loads of little baroque towns and unesco sites. Go to Ragusa and Noto and Seragusa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

We loved our week here
The property is very characterful and the running water around the terrace feels very special. We arrived on Water Mills Open Day so even got a demo! The owners were charming and we loved that they had horses and bees there so it felt like a living place rather than just a holiday home. It's within easy walking distance of Palazzolo Accreide too which has interesting history, good restaurants and independent shops. We also bought in a meal from the owners' friend's menu - excellent food. Enough for two nights!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Greg G., Nashville, Tennessee

Didn't want to leave!
I can't say enough good things about this place. It is picturesque, comfortable, quiet, surrounded by beautiful countryside and fields of wild flowers. The manager, Mario, gave us a great tour of the centuries old mill on the property. Our days were idyllic--we'd sleep late, then take off about 11:00 to tour one of the small towns in the area. After a quiet lunch in one of the hundreds of small, delightful restaurants we'd return home to sit in our beautiful back yard and read while listening to the mill stream coursing by our house. The kitchen in the house has everything you could conceivably need, but there are restaurants in Pallazo Accredide just 5 minutes away. Shopping is easy and convenient, with butchers, bakers, produce stores, and supermarkets nearby. Perhaps the best vacation you've ever had!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradis
Merveilleuse maison. Irrésistible accueil. Environnement exceptionnel Fabuleux. Très dur de partir....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clémence B.

Incredibile ! fantastico !
Amazing and very unique place!! An old water mill estate restored, decorated and re-furnished with lots of taste to create a unique and genuine atmosphere! The owners (Rossella and Mario) are wonderful hosts, very friendly! They will do everything to welcome you and make you feel at home, they became like family to us! The house is super clean, they can provide cleaning services throughout your stay, organize meals (from breakfast to dinners) with prime products from the area of Palazzolo Acreide so that you can discover the best of this Eastern part of Sicily! Rossella really knows how to receive guests, it truly is a "family home" where you feel you have spent all your life and holidays! Incredible hospitality! We also met Sandrine, who helps them to take care of the place, she is fantastic and sweet as well! We really felt home (and even better!)! Staying there and meeting them were a wonderful experience! We are already looking forward to travel back to Palazzolo Acreide! A warm thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018