We had a lovely time at Francesco’s Air Bnb. It was clean and well-maintained, and located in a beautiful part of Sicily.
We did not have a car but it is certainly possible to stay here without one. We took a train from Palermo Centrale to Castellammare de Golfo (about €10 per person, booked the night before). From Castellammare we took a taxi into Piazza Republica (€6 per person split between 3 - us and another person) and then there is a bus service to Scopello (under €3 per person). From Scopello it is (a scenic!) 25-30 minute walk to Villagio Sporting, where the apartment is located. There is a bar/cafe, green grocers and supermarket you can stop off at half way between the apartment and Scopello if needed!
We spent 3 days at Francesco’s place. On the first day, before checking in, we walked from Scopello to Spiaggia La Tonnara, which was a 10-15 minute walk from Scopello. Entry was €10 per person, and included entry to the lido (2 beach chairs with shade) and a short tour of the old Tonnara. It was beautiful and we thoroughly recommend visiting.
On the second day we visited Cala Mazza di Siacca, which is about 20 minutes from Scopello on foot. Again, this beach was beautiful, with crystal clear water and gorgeous views. Access was free but we paid €7 to rent an umbrella for the day (definitely worth it!). There is a bar selling panini, granita, drinks etc.
On the final day we went to Zingaro Nature Reserve - again, we walked 25 mins from Scopello. We paid €5 entry per person and then it is a 1.2km to the first beach, which is incredibly beautiful.
We really recommend Francesco’s place, and it is very easy to rent a bike or moped from what we saw!