Villa Splendida
About the home
One of the most sought-after, desirable villas in the region, Splendida offers breathtaking, expansive views from its mountain-side vantage point, looking out across the dramatic Tyrrhenian coast, the vista stretches as far as the Aeolian Islands and the headland of Caronia, with Cefalù laid out like an idyllic toy village below you.
The villa itself lives up to the standards set by the stunning views, benefitting from a recent refurbishment and high-quality fittings and furnishings. The property is split into two houses, ideal for families holidaying together or large groups of friends looking for something a little bit extra-special. Whether you decide to take one, or both of the houses, exclusive use of the grounds and inviting outdoor heated pool is guaranteed.
The sun terrace and pool deck is furnished with sunbeds to recline on and simply drink in your surroundings – during the summer you can observe the sunrise and sunset from your vantage point, making every day spent in this enchanting place a day to remember. If you can ever tear yourself away from that wonderful view, the villa acts as the perfect base to explore the natural beauty of this remarkable place, placed as it is on the edge of the Madonie National Park – from beaches to towering mountains and everything in between.
Facilities
Sun terrace with panoramic views of Cefalù
9.5 x 5m swimming pool and large sun deck
Large terraced country garden
All newly refurbished and furnished to a high standard with a huge living, dining/ kitchen area. Mosquito nets on all windows and doors
Fully equipped luxury kitchen including oven, hob, kettle, fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, iron & ironing board, hair dryer
Satellite TV, DVD player
Freestanding barbecue
Ample parking
Heating and air conditioning (at extra charge).
Accommodation
Main house – 80m2 with three double bedrooms and two bathrooms – sleeps 6.
Guest house – 30 m2 with 1 double bedroom + 1 bathroom. Kitchen/lounge/ dining area with sofa bed – sleeps 2-4.
To let together or separately
Minimum stay 7 days
Pets not allowed
Not suitable for young children
Location:
High up in the mountain, about 15 minutes' drive from Cefalù seafront – about 5 miles by road.
75 minutes from Palermo airport, 2 hours from Trapani & Catania
Nearby:
Explore Madonie and Nebrodi National Parks, and the beautiful hilltop villages
Vineyard tours, boat trips, windsurfing, fishing
Tennis, golf, go-karting, water park, mountain biking, hiking
| Size: | Sleeps up to 8, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Cefalu, 6km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 6km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Internet access, Sea view |
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| Pool: | Private outdoor pool (unheated) |
| General: | Central heating, Air conditioning, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 3 en suites, Solarium / Roof terrace |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Double beds (4), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private outdoor pool (unheated), Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
All newly refurbished and furnished to a high standard with a huge living, dining/ kitchen area. Mosquito nets at all windows and doors.
Equipped kitchen including oven, hob, kettle, fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, iron & ironing board, hair dryer
Satellite TV, DVD player
Freestanding barbecue
Ample parking
Heating and air conditioning (at extra charge).
Accommodation
Main house – 80m2 with three double bedrooms and two bathrooms – sleeps 6.
Guest house – 30 m2 with 1 double bedroom + 1 bathroom. Kitchen/lounge/ dining area with sofa bed – sleeps 2-4.
Further details outdoors:
Further details
Minimum stay 7 days - and during peak summer months only sat-sat rental.
Pets not allowed
Not suitable for young children
We require 30% at time of booking and 70% 42 days before arrival
Please note that this is a private gated villa. The pool is private, for your use only. If you book only the main residence, the guest house will not be rented out.
The guest house could potentially sleep 4 people. It has a double sofa bed in the living room which may be used to sleep two people, making the total sleeps of this villa a maximum of 10 people.
The prices quoted are for the whole villa, (8+2 people), this includes the guest house.
The swimming pool is 9.5m x 5m and is open from May to start of October 2013
For bookings outside these times, the pool can be opened for an extra €250 per week (pool supplement) to cover the cost of running the pool.
The Sicily region
It's more than an island! Discover Sicily and discover the world. The world's first multicultural society, Sicily is Italy's (and Europe's) most historically cosmopolitan region, having been ruled by Asians, Africans and Europeans. Sicily is black and white and a million shades of grey. There's no other place on Earth like Sicily. Our island is a unique place full of art, archeology, history, folklore and breathtaking scenery. And, of course, great food. Sicily is almost a nation unto itself. The enchanting land where Archimedes taught and Saint Paul preached was a Greek colony, a Roman province, an Arab emirate and a Norman kingdom.
The Cefalu area
Cefalu is a charming, Medieval city perched on the Tyrrhenian coast. Blessed with white sandy beaches, narrow cobbled streets, an acclaimed museum (housing Antonello da Messina’s masterpiece, Portrait of an Unknown Man) , and an awe inspiring Romanesque cathedral, Cefalu is not to be missed. The stunning mosaics which adorn the city’s cathedral were completed in 1148 and are both the oldest Byzantine-Norman mosaics in Sicily as well as some of the finest in the world. The town was captured in the Oscar winning film, ’Cinema Paradiso’.
Cefalu is located within the boundaries of the Parco Delle Madonnie, a 40,000 hectare nature reserve containing splendid mountain landscapes, ancient villages and numerous hiking trails. The Park is a ‘botanic paradise’ possessing more than half of the 2600 species known to Sicily within its confines.
Cefalu is a perfect base for exploring the island’s most important sites, such as Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, Syracuse and Monreal’s famed cathedral. Lying 80 km East of Palermo, with abundant train and bus service between the two cities, Cefalu is a convenient, historic and relaxing vacation destination for the discriminating international traveller.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Palermo: 100 km |
| Railway: | Cefalu: 6 km |
The easiest way to get to Cefalu is to fly to Palermo with Alitalia, Air One, Easyjet or Ryanair.
Airport transfers are available, both on arrival and departure.
Buses from Palermo airport are very frequent until 23:00, and the last train for Cefalù leaves from Palermo central station around 20:45.
Cefalu is easily reachable also by train, as there is a station located in the town centre; the main streets and squares are at walking distance from the station. For further information about train fares and times, please refer to Ferrovie dello Stato (http://www.trenitalia.com).
Activities near Cefalu
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Walking holidays
A winter sun break
City breaks
Reviews
![]() 26 Jul 2012 |
We hired a small car at Polermo airport and carefully followed the driving instructions. However it is only when you reach the ridge above the villa that the magnificence of the location is revealed.... more |
![]() 14 Jun 2012 |
We arrived around 2:00 am and there was a man to meet us at the gas station and he showed the way to the villa. He had the keys but didn't manage open the doors, because the key break, so we had... more Response: Dear Guests We would like to apologise for the difficulties you experienced at our property in September last year. We had only just begun lettings and obviously, for you, everything did not... more |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 8 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Low season | 1 Jan 13 | 15 Jun 13 | € 1850 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Medium Season | 15 Jun 13 | 6 Jul 13 | € 2100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 6 Jul 13 | 27 Jul 13 | € 2350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season (Peak) | 27 Jul 13 | 7 Sep 13 | € 2700 | - | - | 1 Week |
| High Season | 7 Sep 13 | 5 Oct 13 | € 2350 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Medium Season | 5 Oct 13 | 1 Jan 14 | € 2100 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property does not have weekend tariffs.
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The prices quoted are based on 8/10 people. For prices based on 6 or less people please contact us.
- Prices include all sales taxes, electricity* and gas.
- Linen & towels EUR 12 per person.
*Please check Electricity allowance within the property add which is included in the rental price - additional KwH's used are charged at 0.25c/KwH. Air conditioning, where available, is part of allowance.
- Central heating is charged based on consumption. EUR 4.00 per cubic metre.
- Internet WiFi charged at EUR 5.00 per day
- Baby cot charged at EUR 5.00 per day
- Baby high-chair charged at EUR 3.00 per day
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