the very friendly and welcoming owners did all they could to provide us with information and support when necessary. The villa, in a great setting, was well equipped and handily situated as a base for touring. The garden, overlooking the Mediterranean was full of lovely flowering shrubs (e.g. hibiscus, oleander and bougainvillaea) providing a relaxing and peaceful spot for doing nothing. The outdoor spaces had both shade and sun, ideal for eating al fresco. The house was clean and comfortable with a wonderful view of the sea which was only a five minute walk away, The sandy beach was clean, the sea crystal clear and safe to swim in. . Nearby restaurants in Portopalo provided good and reasonably priced food. The villa was well-placed for access to the small town of Menfi for groceries,sightseeing in Selinunte and further afield e.g. Segesta and Palermo. Car essential.