Villa Norah is a much loved and cared for holiday home and as guests, my partner and I were able to relax and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere. Completely equipped, from toaster to barbecue and with a fantastic lighting system, I think even a large family would want for nothing more.
Particularly delightful was waking up to a chorus of greenfinches, wrens and local sparrows, a dream come true for birdwatchers. As lovely was breakfasting in the morning sun on the patio in front of the colourful roses. Both fanatics about keeping fit we also had enough room to exercise on the patio in the afternoon shade and in the evenings we loved using the barbecue and outside kitchen for roasting fresh fish bought at the local port (Castellamare).
Two minutes walk to a charming secret beach (the one on the right) and 3mins drive to the wonderful nature reserve lo Zingaro, Villa Norah is an ideal starting point for the exploration of the beautiful coastline and historical sites of NW Sicily.
Last but definitely not least was the generous and gracious Sicilian hospitality demonstrated by Barbara's father on our arrival. He waited for us on the motorway out of Trapani for at least an hour, while we battled with a very longwinded car hire firm. Greeting us with a big smile he then led us to Villa Norah and showed us every detail of the house and its workings even though by now it was beyond midnight! So, despite the cattle treatment of Ryan air and inefficiency of firefly car hire, we started our holiday with a positive feeling, thanks to Mr Mario's warm welcome. Our holiday continued in this way and we'd love to go back to Villa Nora.
I look forward to hosting Barbara and her family in London and will endeavour to be as generous as she and her father were with us. Joanna Clare