Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park

Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park

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Overview of Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

erice, Sicily
  • Popular LocationTrapani-Erice Cable Car Valley Station6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Trapani9 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrapani-Erice Cable Car Mountain Station9 min drive
  • AirportPalermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park

The Castle of San Giovannello (inserted at the end of July 2017 by the same owners of homeaway 1046630 to consult some reviews)) is located on the slopes of Mount Erice, 10 minutes by car from the sea, in the countryside and in an excellent position to enjoy the beauty from the plain of Trapani to the salt marshes and the Egadi islands.
The bus stop for the center of Trapani is 100m away.
The large villa with a small tower that dates back to the end of the 19th century is surrounded by 3 gardens, one luxuriant outside and with centuries-old trees where the parking area is located and two interiors, a small one where, even in summer, you can enjoy the fresh, shadow and a beautiful view of Mount Erice and its towers and a very large one with secular trees, succulents, ornamental grasses, fish and water lily pond and swimming pool for half above ground
The house, less than two minutes by car from the motorway junction for Palermo, is located in a strategic position to reach the sites of historical and naturalistic interest in Trapani and its province:
in 10 minutes Valderice and the center of Trapani with its promenade of free and equipped beaches, in 15 minutes Erice peaks, in 20 minutes Cornino, Marsala, the Stagnone islands, in 35/40 minutes Castelluzzo and the bay of Makari, San Vito lo Capo and from there the wonderful Zingaro oriented reserve.
The Castle, which has two floors plus a panoramic tower, has two large terraces, one on the first floor equipped for comfortable candlelit dinners and one, under the tower on the second floor, from which you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Trapani plain. , the salt pans and the sea with the wonderful Egadi islands known all over the world for their beauty.
Beyond the old iron gate opens the large internal courtyard with comfortable armchairs and umbrella, then a small door leads to a large courtyard with high stone walls covered by sun sails and furnished with white acacia tables and chairs and succulents. In one corner of this courtyard there is a 140 jets soft bubble hot spa for 6 people.
The terraced garden is about 1000 square meters large and houses a 30000 liter semi-terraced steel swimming pool, a large parterre with wooden deck chairs and sun loungers, 3 spectacular Ficus magnolioides, a water lily pond with a fountain and large beds of succulents and Mediterranean. Behind the pond a small gazebo has been set up to relax, read or do yoga in the shade with a view of the Castle and the medieval towers of Erice in front of it. In the garden there are also shady corners equipped with comfortable deckchairs, a large double hammock and a suspended armchair
The castle has been carefully furnished by the owners with shabby chic furniture, antique furniture also purchased in the markets and many objects of recovery of proportions and light colors.
The colors that predominate in all environments and in the furnishing fabrics and linen are cream, taupe and green.
Beyond the main entrance there are two large lounges that open directly onto the garden, these lounges with sofas and armchairs have a large fireplace and can also be furnished with 2 long tables to offer table space for up to 10 people.
To the right of the entrance there are two bedrooms, one double with bathroom and direct access to a secondary garden and one in colonial style which overlooks the main courtyard furnished with two single iron beds, antique wardrobe and huge blade fan in 140 cm wood.
Going up a few stone steps leads to a romantic bedroom with a French four-poster iron bed with a private bathroom with shower and French window with direct access to the shady garden.
Going up a stone staircase leads to the first floor consisting of entrance, two sitting rooms with period furniture, master bedroom with canopy bed and balcony with magnificent views of the Egadi islands equipped with private bathroom with Jacuzzi and anteroom with daybed French with matellase 'cushions, followed by a smaller double bedroom with private bathroom with shower.
The large modern equipped kitchen and the beautiful dining room are separated from the sleeping areas by corridors and sitting areas.
The dining room with antique 270 cm walnut solid wood table can comfortably accommodate 10 people, while the kitchen table, large in shabby chic style and with a gray-blue color, can be used for both relaxed country breakfasts and for preparing meals. The dining room has a direct opening onto the furnished terrace for relaxation and pleasant candlelit dinners.
The villa is located in the slopes of Mount Erice in a residential area surrounded by elegant villas to the north and olive groves to the south.
The whole garden, which with the passage of time had lost its original shape, dominated by weeds and wild trees and is personally cared for by the owners who have recreated walkways and flower beds, taking care of it with great dedication and care to try to bring it back to the beauty of the past years.
This is why it has been renamed the Phoenix garden.

Property manager

Francesca
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Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
CHILDREN MUST ALWAYS BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
ADDITIONAL COST FOR ANTI-ALLERGIC FINAL CLEANING

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO THROW CIGARETTES IN THE GARDEN FOR RISK OF FIRE

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Erice

Located in Erice, this castle is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zingaro Nature Reserve and Saline di Trapani and Paceco Natural Reserve, while Pepoli Regional Museum and Baglio Ingardia are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Giardino del Balio and La Pasticceria di Maria Grammatico. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Trapani-Erice Cable Car Valley Station - 6 min drive
  • Villa Regina Margherita - 8 min drive
  • Palazzo Riccio di Morana - 9 min drive
  • Port of Trapani - 9 min drive
  • Trapani-Erice Cable Car Mountain Station - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Paceco Station - 12 min drive
  • Trapani (TPS-Vicenzo Florio) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Antica Pasticceria Le Monache - 10 min drive
  • Caffè San Giuliano - 10 min drive
  • Boca Pizzeria - 3 min drive
  • Gelateria Liparoti - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park pet-friendly?

Yes, Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Castle in Erice valley, swimming pool, hot tub, Egadi view, gardens, bbq, free park located?

This family-friendly Erice castle is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Basilica-Sanctuary of Maria Santissima Annunziata, Pepoli Regional Museum and Trapani-Erice Cable Car Valley Station. Stadio Polisportivo Provinciale is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.6/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property
The property is very unusual and by far the largest we have stayed in. The photos don’t do it justice, the views in all directions are breathtaking. We hadn’t explained our family setup adequately (our 3 children are all over 18) but Giuseppe kindly came back to open up one of the locked bedrooms so make sure you explain how many rooms you need before you arrive. The swimming pool was great and we loved the hot tub which we had a technical issue with at first but Giuseppe resolved it. The garden is amazing with a lily pond, mature trees and cacti and we were mesmerised by the swallows. We made fresh lemonade using the windfalls under the tree as it seemed a shame to waste them! We mostly ate out but we had several lunches in the lovely area off the courtyard under the olive tree but otherwise we ate on the veranda or in the dining room depending where was coolest and most comfortable, there were plenty of options! We liked the table football but otherwise didn’t use the living area except for passing through on the way to the swimming pool and garden. The master bedroom had a mobile AC unit, otherwise fans were provided in the other bedrooms which were enough to keep us comfortable at night as it was very hot during our stay. Eating out: Loads of restaurants in Trapani, park at Piazza Vittorio Emanuele (38.01985, 12.51738), 0.5 Euros per hour (coins). We also recommend Mario’s Pizzas in Erice.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

4/5 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning house with pool & views
The house was beautiful! Even better than pictured. Francesca & Giuseppe are so welcoming and helpful. Francesca gave us suggestions and tips for things to do. They provided towels for swimming, which was very nice. The kitchen is stocked with everything you would need to cook meals.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
We had a wonderful stay. The castle is beautiful with some of the most beautiful views anywhere I have stayed. Everything works well, the pool is lovely and the hosts attentive and well informed. A beautiful base for exploring Trapani and beyond!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

moira l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house for 2/3 families.
What a fantastic property. Different, in a special way, from other villa rentals. Francesca and Guiseppe, kind and considerate hosts, have restored the castello with love and care. It is very spacious, with a well equipped kitchen. The outside spaces are varied for sun or shade and the above ground pool is great for a cooling dip. We visited Erice, Mozia, a Marsala winery, Segesta, San Vito Lo Capo, Monreale and Trapani (great for fish straight from the boat). Guiseppe is very knowledgeable about the local area. Fresh lemons, oranges and plums from the gardens was a super treat. Don’t expect an Ikea kitted our house, everything has been placed to be in keeping with the age of the house, and this adds to the delightful ambience. The owners communicate well by text and are very responsive to queries, I couldn’t find the toaster and one appeared the next day. Thank you so much for sharing your house. Good luck to you both for the future.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2019

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