Three-bedroom Villa Erice lies on the edge of a small coastal village on Sicily's west coast, with a sandy beach and restaurants just a short walk away. This family-friendly villa nestles within a small but typically Mediterranean garden that offers lovely views of majestic Mount Cofano.
An attractive and down-to-earth abode, there's plenty of comfort on offer at Villa Erice. With all the living spaces being on ground level, walk through the front door straight into the lounge and onto the sofa. You'll have just walked past the al-fresco dining area on the main terrace too, which itself can be reached via the kitchen. With such a free-flowing, open-plan layout that connects indoor and outdoor spaces, everything feels so easy and sociable.
The bright, modern style of the ground floor continues downstairs where the three bedrooms can be found. Two have a double bed, with the third being great for children as it boasts twins. Being tucked away on the lower floor, each feels restful and calm.
The highlight of the tree-dotted garden is a swimming pool set into manicured lawns surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls. Enjoy a refreshing dip, or keep your feet dry on a poolside lounger and refresh with a cocktail instead. You might also choose to unwind by cooking up a storm on the barbecue or finding a shady spot to read. Always in the background is stunning Mount Cofano.
Wander down the road to a beautiful sandy beach, just a 5-minute stroll away, and even closer are a handful of places to eat and drink. You're also never too far from the ancient sites that dot the land of western Sicily. These include the Scurati Caves close by or drive further to discover the Temple of Segesta and Selinunte.
Only half an hour by car, the medieval village of Erice is a particularly lovely place to spend a few hours, followed by the impressive coastal city of Trapani with its Renaissance churches, ancient fish market and surrounding salt pans.
Of course, you will also want to experience the marvel of Mount Cofano and its nature reserve, then tick another natural wonder off your list by visiting Zingaro Nature Reserve - within just half an hour you can reach San Vito Lo Capo with its idyllic bay and glorious cous cous restaurants.
