Luxurious Farmhouse Villa with Private Pool and Garden, Located in Magnificent Countryside
Rural Location, 5 miles from Modica, 12 miles from the Sea, in the Heart of the Val di Noto
Sleeps 6/8 (3 Bedrooms)
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Casa Palazzelle is a tranquil and lovingly renovated Modican farmhouse with a private pool set in a lush orchard garden. Very private and secluded, it is surrounded by stunning unspoilt countryside and is just 5 miles from the UNESCO World Heritage rated historic centre of Modica. The house is recently renovated and furnished to a very high standard with HD TV and internet access. The pool is surrounded by patios of the local white stone, set in a secluded orchard garden of fruit and olive trees. The property has extensive views over open countryside, hills (including on very clear days, Mt Etna) and the sea. Its elevated position and thick stone walls help to keep the house naturally cool in the summer. The house also boasts an array of traditional features such tall dry-stone walls, a wood fired pizza oven and large paved courtyard. Very near to Modica it is also close to other UNESCO World Heritage sites at Cava di Ispica, Ragusa and Noto and is only 45 minutes from Siracusa.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 2 July 2011 - 3 September 2011 | £2000 | 7 | ||
| 3 September 2011 - 5 November 2011 | £1200 | 7 | ||
| 5 November 2011 - 31 March 2012 | £1000 | 7 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 1 September 2012 | £2000 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 3 November 2012 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 3 November 2012 - 30 March 2013 | £1000 | - |
Changeover day
Preferred changeover day is Saturday. This is flexible in low season.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed, bedside tables with lamps, wardrobe, chest of drawers and digital TV. Bedroom 2 with double bed, bedside tables with lamps, clothes rail and chest of drawers. Bedroom 3 with 2 single beds, bedside table and chest of drawers. |
| Bathrooms: | A fully tiled luxury bathroom with a powerful large shower, sink, toilet, bidet, chrome towel heating radiator. The hot water is solar heated and there is a hairdryer provided. Bathroom towels are also provided. A 2nd bathroom will be available in 2011. |
| Kitchen: | Featuring a high quality, newly fitted and fully equipped kitchen with solid wood units and dark granite work-tops. It boast a stainless steel Smeg oven and gas hob, and a 50s style fridge with large freezer compartment. Includes table and chairs for 6. |
| Utility Room: | Features a fast spin Hoover washing machine, washing sink, iron, ironing board and drying frame. |
| Living Rooms: | Leather sofa and double sofa bed, a glazed book case containing a selection regional cookery books and other books about Sicily, coffee table, wall mounted flat screen 32" LED Widescreen HD TV, with Sky Italia HD package, DVD player and iPod dock HiFi. |
| Other: | A traditional outdoor kitchen in a dry-stone out building with a traditional wood-fired pizza oven, with wood and cooking implements provided and a built-in sink. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are included and changed weekly, the property cleaned weekly at no additional cost. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer washing machine iron/ironing board satellite tv tv internet access central heating air conditioning room fans cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
The house's agent is British and based full time in Modica. He meets guests on arrival and is on hand to provide assistance as required. A welcome pack of provisions is provided for guests on arrival. The property is particularly suitable for families with young children as access to the pool can be controlled via the orchard gate. The house is centrally heated in the winter months and for hotter months there is a portable air-conditioning unit and several floor fans provided. Water is heated from a roof mounted solar panel. The interior of the house is naturally kept cool due to the very thick stone walls and shutters. A mobile internet service is also available for guests' use at no additional cost. The satellite TV service is the full Sky Italia package, which includes British Football, English language programming, BBC channel and Children's' programmes.
Accessibility
Accommodation is on one level so the property is very good for people with reduced mobility and for young children.
Outside
The private swimming pool is situated in a secluded high walled orchard and is surrounded by a extensive patio made of local Modican white stone. The area is furnished with sun loungers and steamer chairs and is very secluded and quiet. The garden is professionally maintained and planted with mature olive and fruit trees and a selection of flowering plants all set on a lush lawn of soft grass. There are 2 large patios for dining, one which is fitted with a built-in barbecue and sink and covered by a large timber gazebo. It has a hard wood table and chairs for up to 12 diners. The cobbled courtyard features an outhouse which contains a traditional wood-fired pizza oven. There is a bistro table and 4 chairs for use on the patio to the front of the house. In the pool area there is also an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. The the entire outside area of courtyard, pool, patio and orchard has been professionally illuminated to create a relaxing ambiance during the evening.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach, which is has an EU blue flag is found in the attractive seaside town of Pozzallo, just 14 miles from the house. The world renowned nature reserve, the Vendicari, is 20 miles away and is famous for its quiet unspoilt coves and beaches, as well as its flamingos. The beaches in the region are broad and sandy with lots of shallow water free from currents. Even in the height of summer the local beaches are not overly busy.
Travel
The nearest airports are Catania (60 miles) and the soon to be opened Comiso. Palermo Airport is 200 miles away and Trapani is 260 miles. The connection to Catania has been greatly improved following the opening of a new autostrada. The journey by car should take 1 hour 15 minutes. A hire car is strongly recommended to make the most of the local area.
Distances
The nearest towns and villages and places of interest are: Modica (5 miles), Frigintini (3 miles), Ragusa (10 miles), Cava di Ispica (4 miles), Noto (18 miles) the Vendicari Coastal Nature Reserve (20 miles) Siracusa (37 miles).
Further details
The small town of Frigintini has a good array of small shops, and a couple of restaurants, specialising in local produce. Modica which is a short drive away has all amenities including an outstanding collection of restaurants from family trattorias to Michelin starred fine dining. The area is great for walking in the spring and autumn, in particular, the gorges at Cava di Ispica are famous and notable enough to have a UNESCO listing in their own right whilst the Vendicari Nature Reserve provides unspoilt beaches, good walking and the opportunity to see local wildlife, including migrating flamingos. Nearby there are riding stables and opportunities to visit local wine and olive oil producers.
Booking notes
25% deposit is payable on booking. The remaining balance due 6 weeks prior to occupancy.
Guest comments
'We had a truly marvellous time. Your home is wonderful and far exceeded our expectations. It is modern, comfortable and delightfully complete with everything we could possibly need. The garden and pool are fab, and were totally enjoyed by all of us. Location was perfectly placed for everywhere we wanted to visit. We feel honored to have stayed in your home - thank you! Also - Ramsey and his staff are all fantastic - we loved them and they are perfect agents, always helpful and smiling!' Aug 09.
'Before we get swept up into life back in the UK, we wanted to write to thank you for the wonderful stay we had at Casa Palazzelle. Having visited Sicily we knew we wanted to come back to the Modica area, as it had seemed possibly the most interesting area. The stay was great. Very relaxing, warm and comfortable. The pool was beautiful as was the surrounding gardens and views beyond. We appreciated the high standard finish to the villa and enjoyed trying out the bbq and pizza oven.'
Owner profile
Francesca and Sean in Sicily
About the owner
We are a married couple who live and work in South East England. Francesca is Italian, while Sean is from the UK. We met in Sicily in 1994, and were married on the island in 1997. We love Sicily and never tire of its unique character and charms and have always visited the island whenever we can. Since the arrival of our children we have felt the need to have a property in which to spend time with friends and family in a comfortable environment, and to give our children the best possible opportunity to learn the language and culture of their second home. Because the house is our home from home you will find that the property has been finished to a very high standard. We make a particular effort to respond to suggestions made by our guests to ensure the property improves year-on-year.
Year purchased: 2007
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Although Francesca is from Palermo in the Northwest of the island, we came to choose a house in the South East because it has a unique character that represents all of the best things that Sicily has to offer. The countryside in this area is absolutely idyllic, with stone houses, drystone walls and deep gorges. Modica is a city with great charm and beauty and by Sicilian standards it is very clean and well preserved. It is a relaxed and cosmopolitan city famous for chocolate production and with a great reputation for food and wine. The beaches and the sea nearby are also outstanding, they are almost all broad and sandy and very safe for children. Even in high season they are not busy. You can choose between unspoilt solitude to fully serviced beach clubs and all things in between.
Unique benefits of the property
Casa Palazzelle is a perfect example of a Modican farmhouse. It sits in an imposing position overlooking the rolling countryside to the hills on one side and the sea on the other. Built from the local stone, its elevated position and thick walls keep the house cool in the summer. With lots of outdoor space, its lush garden and shimmering pool make it a wonderful place to spend time with family or friends to unwind and live life at a slower pace. It is also ideal as a base to discover more about the history, culture and cuisine that make Sicily such a unique and wonderful place. The house is a short drive from the historic centre of Modica but is also very well positioned between the equally outstanding Baroque cities of Ragusa and Noto and a 45 minute trip away from Siracusa.
For booking and further information
Property Ref IT2558
Contact Name:
Francesca Orr
(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 1628822910
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