Castello Cavica
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Castello Cavica is a charming and comfortable Villa, located in the famous area of Val di Noto, cradle of the late-baroque art and architecture, more exactly in...
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Castello Cavica is a charming and comfortable Villa, located in the famous area of Val di Noto, cradle of the late-baroque art and architecture, more exactly in the land of Modica, city part of the Unesco world heritage site
The villa sits on a hillside overlooking the Cava d’Ispica, a cavernous natural canyon with important archaeological sites. The villa’s beautiful terraced gardens include a solarium, hot tub and swimming pool, all with amazing views. Enjoy peaceful walks and slow living in a rustic setting, but with all the comforts of modern life.
Built in 1954, the villa was restored and renovated using local stone and wood. Its 7 comfortable bedrooms can accommodate up to 16 guests (5 doubles, 2 triples). Each bedroom has a private bathroom, air conditioning, minibar and TV. The lounge, which also has a 43” LED TV, and dining area are connected to the fully equipped kitchen. Dine al fresco in the shade with a panoramic view.
You’ll have bicycles available to you for countryside rides. Nearby Modica (10 km) is famous for Aztec-style chocolate brought by the Spanish in the 16th century; try a minced beef-and-chocolate specialty or more traditional flavours as you explore the steep streets. You’re also close to the beaches at Pozzallo (16 km) or other southern coastal cities.
What you should know…
- Pool opens from May to October
- The Wi-Fi signal is strongest in the communal areas
- A hired car is highly recommended for making the most of this area
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Tourist License Number: 19088006B405547
The Villa
Castello Cavica can accommodate up to 16 guests across the 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Out of the seven bedrooms, 5 are double rooms while 2 are triple rooms, each of them with private entrance and bathroom.
Lower Ground Floor
- Lounge area
- Dining room
- Fully equipped kitchen
Ground Floor
- Five double bedrooms with private entrance and bathroom
First Floor
- Two Triple rooms with private entrance and bathroom
Exterior
- Private pool (opening dates approximately April - end-October)
- Hot Tub for 3 people maximum
- Outdoor equipment sunbeds, deckchairs, umbrellas, gazebos, tables and chairs, sofa and armchairs, bbq (mobile)
- Parking
More Facilities...
- One room for disabled persons
- Minibar(in each bedroom)
Location
About the surrounding area of Castello CavicaThe location of Castello Cavica allows you easy access to the golden beaches of Pozzallo, Sampieri, S. Lorenzo, Cala Mosche, as well as the natural oisis of Vendicari and also the Southern extremity of Sicily with its sea town of Portopalo of Capo Passero (at a distance of about 15-35 Km).
From here it’s also easy to reach the charming baroque-cities of Ragusa, Scicli and Noto (at about 15-30 Km). Taking the highway you can also easily reach the cities of Siracusa and Catania. Given the location of the villa, it's advised to have your own means of transportation.
Interesting species of flora and fauna typical for the Mediterranean rupestral environment are largely represented in this area : no small wonder for you if it happens to see a peregrine falcon flying up in the sky or to meet a porcupine walking undisturbed between asparagus and wild fennel plants!
History
Castello Cavica was built in 1954 and was meant to provide decent life conditions to the countryside peasants which used to live inside the rocky caverns of the so called “Castello” even in the early post second world war period.
The background of this scenery is the famous cave, a majestic and picturesque valley characterized by the typical Mediterranean vegetation. The cave is an archaeological area sprinkled with various testimonies that sustain the continuity and the evolution of the human being during the centuries: prehistoric necropolises, christian catacombs, rupestral oratories and various dwellings.
Between the last ones, there is the aforementioned Castello, a residential complex, several storeys high, connected between them by interior steps cut in the walls, with cavities permitting the climbing.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Comiso Airport
(41-45 km ) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Pozzallo
(16-20 km ) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Modica
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Pozzallo
(16km) |
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Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €500 payable cash upon arrival |
| Arrival time | 4.00 pm |
| Departure time | 10.00 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €500 payable cash upon arrival |
| Arrival time | 4.00 pm |
| Departure time | 10.00 am |
| Energy costs included? | Included for 2022. For 2021 bookings: 600 kwh electricity included; above consumption will be charged at € 0,35/kwh. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Linen and towels included in the rental price |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking inside the villa |
| Changeover day | Saturday |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights |
| Heating costs included? | € 4,50/mc of LPG not included in the rental price |
| Tax | Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€3 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi connection included |
| Pool opening dates? | The pool is open approximately April to end-October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
| Other Ts and Cs | The property's licence number is TRS-IT-SIC-00640. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 16 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Dec 11th 2023 - Jan 6th 2024 | £4,031 |
| Jan 6th 2024 - Apr 27th 2024 | £4,031 |
| Apr 27th 2024 - May 25th 2024 | £4,424 |
| May 25th 2024 - Jun 22nd 2024 | £4,817 |
| Jun 22nd 2024 - Aug 17th 2024 | £5,309 |
| Aug 17th 2024 - Sep 14th 2024 | £4,817 |
| Sep 14th 2024 - Oct 19th 2024 | £4,424 |
| Oct 19th 2024 - Jun 13th 2025 | £4,031 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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My family and I really loved staying at this villa.
My family and I really loved staying at this villa. It was beautifully appointed and in a fantastic location, lovely and quiet. There was sufficient space for everyone to relax and really handy as a base to explore Noto, Ragusa, etc. All furniture, fixtures, fittings and so on were comfortable, easy to use, and clean. Our party included an infant, so it was very kind of the owners to leave out a cot, high chair and some extra towels.
A word on the owners. They really were fantastic, especially considering we asked for some extras (meal prepared by chef, some food items to be left on arrival). We felt very well looked after and in safe hands at all times. I would compliment them on their service, attentiveness, and on the layout and standard of the property. Hopefully we can stay there again in the future. We'd have no hesitation in recommend the villa to your other customers.
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