This spot is a perfect base for exploring western Sicily. I checked in early and was warmly greeted by Daniela with fresh baked goods (even though I arrived after breakfast) and we talked about exploration options. After dropping my bags in my room, I hopped back in my rental car to explore some beaches to the north, Erice (a must!), Trapani (only the salt flats), and Marsala. Staying in Castellamare de Golfo meant I was able to enjoy the beaches and town again the next day before heading south to Agrigento. The house itself is adorable- a bright clean open kitchen, patio/deck overlooking the pool area with a view of the ocean, and set up with various guest rooms. Mine was small with its own bathroom and a private little step-out yard space. It was perfect and Daniela and her husband were very helpful and welcoming! The beach is probably walkable, but since I had my rental car that's how I got around and it was maybe a 10 minute drive. All in all I was very happy to stay here!