Nestled on the edge of the Torre Salsa nature reserve, not far from Agrigento on Sicily's southwestern shore, Villa Salsa enjoys a scenic location with excellent views.
With stunning countryside and the coast just a few minutes away by car, you can easily discover the varied landscapes in this area of Sicily without needing to go far.
Situated entirely on the ground floor with an interior that combines modern style with traditional touches, Villa Salsa has plenty of comfort and charm. The open-plan living space has a relaxing area for watching TV as dinner is cooked in the kitchen just around the corner. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, and all three bedrooms have direct access to the sun-flooded terrace. Open the glass doors for an al fresco meal on the veranda overlooking the pool while catching a glimpse of the glistening blue sea in the distance.
A great feature of the property is the expansive outdoor space, featuring a spacious pool with Roman steps to make the entry to the water a breeze. Bring your inflatables or relax on the sun loungers with a magazine to work on your holiday tan. Dining al fresco can be accommodated in the shaded gazebo next to the pool as the sun begins to set over the sea after you’ve prepared fresh fish and vegetables on the grill outdoors. The abundance of comfy seating spaces means gathering with your family or friends over glasses of wine is practically effortless.
The nearest beach, Spiaggia di Bovo Marina, can be found less than a 10-minute walk away via a gentle path, allowing you to go swimming, snorkelling and tanning in the sunshine whenever you feel like it. The wild stretches of Riserva Naturale Orientata Foce del Fiume Platani are also a short drive away. Hike, cycle and swim in these gorgeous spots while soaking up sweeping views over the sea and wooded hillsides.
The closest town, Montallegro, is only a 10-minute drive away and has local amenities and plenty of walking opportunities that will make your stay feel more idyllic. Stroll around the quaint streets lined with houses and expect to be greeted by friendly locals playing chess and sipping coffee on their iron-wrought balconies.
When you want to explore further afield, head to the medieval Ribera with a wonderful historical atmosphere, with admirable buildings such as Chiesa Made and Piazza Duomo. This area is known for its rich soil that aids the growing of vegetables, almonds, olives and varieties of grapes, which all contribute to the town’s excellent dining scene.
Agrigento, a hilltop city just over a 30-minute drive away, is known for its ruins of the ancient Akragas in the Valley of the Temples - a vast archaeological site with well-preserved Greek temples.
Sicily’s capital city Palermo is less than a 2-hour drive away, so guests can visit historical landmarks such as the magnificent neoclassical Teatro Massimo, baroque-meets-rococo interiors and vaulted frescoes of Chiesa di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria and the Royal Palace of Palermo, Palazzo Reale. The city’s streets act like a timeline through its erratic past, and although they’re filled with ancient buildings, there are also modern bars, chic restaurants and stylish boutiques waiting to be discovered.
