Freshly Renovated, 18th Century Home With Captivating Historic Charm

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Modica, Sicilia

Corso Umberto I6 min walk
Castello dei Conti8 min walk
Cathedral of San Giorgio10 min walk
Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco)39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom (main)

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

This 90 sq.m palazetto features original stone floors, domed ceilings and sandstone archways, alongside air conditioning, all-new, contemporary furniture, WI-FI, and marble kitchen counters. Enjoy coffee on the balcony with a view of Modica’s historic castello, or relax with a glass of Sicilian wine in your private interior terrace. Ideal for five people as there are 2 bedrooms.

Modica offers urban amenities and relaxed charm. It also makes a great base to explore south eastern Sicily, including UNESCO world heritage sites, Blue Flag beaches, hiking trails and nearby gorges, and Greek and Roman ruins. The historic centre includes restaurants and cafes, as well as live music, theatre, and, during the summer months, you can enjoy movies and performances under the stars. The historic centre is compact, and easily managed on foot. We think it's a lively and entertaining place, but still relaxed, casual, and quiet.

Property manager

Rosanna

Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

NOT suitable for toddlers as there are stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Modica

Located in Modica, this holiday home is near the beach. Corso Umberto I and Castello dei Conti are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sampieri Beach and Ispica Cave. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

Modica, Sicilia

What's nearby

La Casa delle Farfalle - 4 min walk
Chocolate Museum of Modica - 6 min walk
Corso Umberto I - 6 min walk
Castello dei Conti - 8 min walk
Cathedral of San Giorgio - 10 min walk

Getting around

Modica Station - 17 min walk
Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

Antica Dolceria Bonajuto - 7 min walk
Accursio Ristorante - 6 min walk
Caffetteria i Portici - 5 min walk
Cappero Bistrot - 8 min walk
La Perla - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Freshly Renovated, 18th Century Home With Captivating Historic Charm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Freshly Renovated, 18th Century Home With Captivating Historic Charm?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Freshly Renovated, 18th Century Home With Captivating Historic Charm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Freshly Renovated, 18th Century Home With Captivating Historic Charm located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Chiesa di Santa Maria di Betlem and Casa Museo Tommaso Campailla. Chocolate Museum of Modica and Corso Umberto I are also within 10 minutes. Modica Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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About the host

Hosted by Rosanna

Our jobs (journalist and teacher) have allowed us to travel for long periods of time during the summer months and over 10 years ago we travelled to Sicily for the first time. During my last sabbatical year, we decided that travelling to Sicily wasn't enough and that we both wanted to 'put down roots' in a place that felt like home from our very first trip. I spent most of my sabbatical restoring our 18th century home in the historic centre of Modica. A daunting task, but made easier because of the wonderful and hardworking people I met along the way. The renovation was completed, as promised, by the end of June 2011 and we spend our first summer in our new house. We love it and we hope that you too enjoy your stay in Modica - it is a truly amazing town.

Why they chose this property

Modica is most definitely 'off the beaten track'! Sicily's southeast is, in our opinion, a particularly beautiful part of an already beautiful and interesting island. Its proximity to Siracusa, Noto and Catania makes it easy to get to and appealing in terms of places of interest for tourists. Although Modica is a popular tourist destination, with much to do and see, downtown businesses (restaurants, caffes, farmers' markets) continue to cater to both locals and visitors so that one can really feel what life and living in an southern Italian town is like.

What makes this property unique

Our property is located in the historic centre of town surrounded by cobblestone lanes and streets. We walk everywhere and take the bus or train to the beach and nearby towns. We rent a car when necessary, but if we have the time, I prefer to use public transit. Our favourite caffe, Caffe dell'Arte, is a 5 minute walk from our house as is our favourite pizzeria: La Contea and bar: Hemingway's. There are countless others, but it's nice to have such amazing services nearby. Our house was completely restored by our Florentine architect who was committed to using traditional materials and reusing/restoring whatever we could, it definitely has all of the modern conveniences and comforts of home. The best part is that the beach is 20 minutes away!