Villa Camerina

Taste the flavours of the Mediterranean at Villa Camerina, a contemporary villa in Sicily with fruit trees in its beautifully landscaped gardens. Originally part of Marchesi di Ganzeria estate, it was a noble Sicilian family’s 20 hectares of unspoilt countryside and a hunting reserve. You’re close to the beaches and baroque towns of southeast Sicily, but at the same time you may not want to leave the grounds, which feature a private pool and tennis court.This holiday villa accommodates twelve guests in six bedrooms, all with private bathrooms in adjoining, inter-connected apartments. The open-plan living area is light-filled and airy with a beamed cathedral-style ceiling. Each apartment has modern décor and furnishings and features an independent air conditioning/heating system for your comfort no matter the season. The delightful pergola by the pool and the covered terrace are the perfect places to fire up the barbecue and dine al-fresco.Just a short distance from Punta Secca, a charming fishing village in the Ragusa province, Villa Camerina is a short drive from golden sandy beaches and rocky cliffs. Enjoy the region’s specialties, including Ragusano cheese, ricotta ravioli and homemade cavati.Travel to Villa Camerina from the Comiso airport, Pozzallo ferry or Ragusa train station.  Being within a large estate, which also includes Villa La Ganza, larger groups can be accommodated - please follow the link for more information. Features: Villa Interior - Open plan living area - Two fully-equipped kitchens - Dining area - 3 x double bedroom with en-suite bathroom - 2 x twin bedroom (one with en-suite WC) - One studio apartment with double bed, bathroom, dining area, and sofa bed that can accommodate two extra guests - One part of the villa can be separated for a family with a baby or a couple wanting more privacy Outside Grounds - Swimming pool (12m x 6m; depth 0.9-1.6m)  - Poolside terrace with sun loungers - Pergola with outdoor furniture and barbecue - Parking - Barbecue Facilities - Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Welcome pack on arrival - Washing machine - Dishwasher - Indoor mini-pool - Cot (on request at extra cost) - Highchair (on request) Location: Punta Secca is a small village in the Province of Ragusa, the most beautiful part of the south-eastern coast of Sicily and the ideal place to spend your holiday. It features golden sandy beaches and rocky cliffs and is the hometown of Inspector Montalbano in the TV series “Il Commissario Montalbano”. Punta Secca is a typical fishing village, originally an old Arab port, which faces the African Sea. It has wonderful sunny weather: not too hot in summer and a mild climate in the winter months. Autumn and spring are particularly pleasant as most holidaymakers have left and the seaside villages become peaceful and quiet. The golden sandy beaches of Punta Secca are all free of charge and safe, and are surrounded by low cliffs on the West and on the East. The old white lighthouse, built with dry stone at the beginning of the last century, towers over the village. The Province of Ragusa stretches out from the plateau to the sea and beautiful carob and almond trees dominate the landscape. The local cuisine is exquisite: the freshest ricotta ravioli; home-made cavati with tomato and meat sauce; aspic made with locally-raised pork; Valle dell’Acate artisan wines; and, most famously, ”Ragusano” cheese, made from raw cow’s milk using age-old techniques and traditional wood and copper tools. Religious festivals are plentiful and a terrific opportunity for experiencing important traditions with participation particularly evident during the feast days in honour of the Patron Saint, Christmas and Easter. There are many cultural and prestigious events that take place in Ragusa including classical theatre performances at the Greek Theater of Syracuse, the International Music Show “Ibla Grand Prize”, and the Wine & Food Event “Cheese Art” (just to name a few). The Province of Ragusa has recently been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List for its precious Baroque-style buildings. The whole area is bursting at the seams with architectural, archaeological and naturalistic treasures with Ragusa and Modica particularly lovely to visit.  The pretty seaside resort of Marina di Ragusa is just 5km away and has a range of services and facilities available including banks, post offices, restaurants, bars and sport facilities. About 6km away on the coast is the River Irminio Nature Reserve, a Mediterranean estuary oasis. The area around the river mouth has wonderful sandy beaches and is a fantastic place for bird-watching. Slightly further west from Punta Secca is Randello Beach, 3km of golden sand backed by the Randello Forest Reserve - a beautiful spot for a picnic. The Hyblaean Mountains, characterized by deep “gorges” and wild Mediterranean undergrowth, are populated with rare species and are best explored on horseback. Also nearby is the must-visit “Cava d’Ispica” Park, a deep canyon housing a paleo-Christian catacomb. Terms & Conditions: ? €300 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. 4.00 p.m. Check-in outside this time may be subject to an extra cost. Please enquire for more details. 10.00 a.m. Included up to 100Kw. Excess charged based on consumption, payable locally. Yes, including mid-week towel change. On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €50 will apply (paid locally). Please note there is also a sofa-bed (for 2) and an extra two beds (best suited to children) subject to an additional fee per person, per week - please enquire for further info. The mini-pool is heated on request, subject to a €200/week extra charge, payable locally, during end-May to October. The mini pool is free of charge during all other periods. Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. Please note home security devices may be installed at the villa, please enquire for further information. The owner has informed us that the self-contained ground floor apartment has wheelchair access. However, please contact us before booking so we can discuss individual accessibility requirements with the owner to ensure that this property is suited to your specific needs. Saturday. Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. No. 7 nights (will consider shorter stays off-season, please enquire). Extra €200, payable locally. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). Wi-Fi internet access included. Yes. The outdoor swimming pool is open approximately start-June to start-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. Licence number: IT088010C2ZH4FYZJI