The villa is really spacious and peaceful, located in private, secure grounds away from the main roads. The evenings inside are cool and the AC in the bedrooms works perfectly. The house is fully equipped with everything you could need and the pool table in the lounge is a nice touch. There are great views from every aspect of the villa. The outdoor area is also very spacious and a great space for eating, sun bathing or taking in the views of the adjoining mountains, lemon groves and olive trees. The pool area is in the sun all day, until the sun disappears behind the mountains, early in the evenings.
The nearest shops and restaurants are at San Nicola L’Arena, which is approximately a 10 minute drive away. There you will find a great local supermarket and shops and local bars and restaurants. At the marina there are more restaurants and bars.
You definitely need a car for your stay but there are great places to explore around the area.
The hosts are very helpful and leave you in peace but attend quickly to anything you need. You don’t ever feel that you are imposing on them, as they often stay in a small, adjoining property. They will give you good advice on places to visit and places to park for free, if driving to Palermo for a day trip.
We stayed at the villa as a family and spent a mixture of days relaxing at the pool and self catering and other days off exploring Sicily. Cefalu and it’s beaches are within easy reach (50mins) Palermo is a must visit (30mins) and the beaches to the West of Palermo are worth the hour or so drive to get to.
This villa is a great place to stay when visiting the North side of the island.
Would recommend highly.