House in Malfa, SR

Unique panoramic house in Salina

Unique panoramic house in Salina

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Casa Arturo is alone on the bay of Punta Scario.
Casa Arturo is located right on the path that goes down to the beach.
This unique location offers a once in a lifetime experience
Casa Arturo
Casa Arturo is located right above the beach

Overview of Unique panoramic house in Salina

4.5 out of 5 Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Sea view
  • Fireplace
Malfa, SR

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Unique panoramic house in Salina

No other house in Salina has such a stunning position as Casa Arturo. The house, rustic and simple in its furniture, boasts a panoramic terrace that offers a privileged view of the sea, of the beach of Punta Scario and of its 'faraglioni’.

Casa Arturo stands alone along the only path that leads to the beach of Punta Scario. The village of Malfa, with its shops, restaurants and cafe is within walking distance.

The house consists of 2 floors (tot. 90 m2) and has two entrances. A living room with a dining table, a bathroom with shower and a basic kitchen are on the ground floor.

An internal stairway leads to the first floor and onto two double bedrooms both with sea view. Please note that the access to the second bedroom is via the first bedroom and that the ceiling is low (2 meters).

Salina is the greenest and perhaps the most beautiful of the seven Aeolian Islands, and offers restaurants, beaches, villages and an authentic island life. Salina can be reached by ferry and hydrofoil from Sicily, Naples or Reggio Calabria. Milazzo (40 km west of Messina) is the main departure point for the Aeolian Islands. Ferries and hydrofoils leave daily and stop in several islands. It takes 1hr 30 minutes to reach Salina by hydrofoil and 3hr 40 minutes by ferry. In Salina ferries arrive in the harbours of Rinella or Santa Marina di Salina. Cars and mopeds can be rented here. It is possible to book a transfer with into Sicily from the harbour to the house (25 euro) and then rent a moped in Malfa. Please note that ferries are not always departing in the evening. Therefore we advice guests to book a flight that arrive early in Sicily or the day before the rental starts. The updated timetable is available on the website of the carriers companies.

Salina is home to a wide variety caves and submerged volcanic craters. It is the most fertile of the Aeolian Islands and famous for its capers and the sweet Malvasia wine. The island is not as crowded as Lipari or Volcano and less fashionable than Panarea, but boasts beautiful landscapes, excellent restaurants and shops. A bus service connects the villages and the most beautiful sites on the island. Cars and mopeds are available for rent in the main villages. There are excellent opportunities for walking. For example to Capofaro (lighthouse) that is set on the north coast of Salina and boasts stunning views of Panarea and Stromboli (on a clear night it can be possible to see its eruptions). The inactive volcanoes Monte Fossa delle Felci and Monte dei Porri gave the island its original Greek name 'Didyme' (meaning twins) The conical mountains are 965 and 860 metres high and provide excellent walking.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian
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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Sea view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are financially liable for any damages done to the property.
Please dispose of your garbage during your stay according to the municipality rules. Do not leave garbage in the apartment at your check-out. A fine m

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

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

Europe

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Il Gambero - 13 min drive
  • Rosticceria Bar Malvasia di Rando Federico - 9 min walk
  • Ritrovo Relax La Cambusa - 9 min drive
  • La Gambusa - 10 min drive
  • Antica Pasticceria Matarazzo - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique panoramic house in Salina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique panoramic house in Salina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique panoramic house in Salina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique panoramic house in Salina located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Scario Beach, Malfa Harbour and Church of the Immaculate Conception. Piazza Immacolata and Church of San Lorenzo are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

4.5

Wonderful

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4.0/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical stay
We had the most wonderful holiday at Casa Arturo. The property will not be for everyone. But it was certainly for us. The proximity to the beach, the amazing sunset views, the easy access to fantastic restaurants and bars all made it the best holiday in a long while. It isn’t luxurious, you do get frequent visitors from those going to and from the beach who want to investigate the intriguing property but that is all part of its inherent charm. We absolutely love it and will do our best to come back. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Glen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Still paradise
This was our fourth stay at Arturo, the last two years jettisoned at the hands of Covid. It’s every bit as special as it always was: perhaps more so with the recent upgrades to the bathroom and elsewhere around the house. A stylish bathroom fit out with bespoke shelves made by Simone make the place feel boutique hotel level, whilst the colourful furnishings carry through the house - Tiziana’s work I think! The main draw to this place is the location: an unparalleled view over Spiaggia da Scario and, given it’s orientation, unspoiled sunsets every evening. Sleeping to the sound of waves is incredible! Access isn’t easy, it’s true, so those with mobility or fitness issues may find it a little daunting. But so, so worth it. We have of course booked for 2023 because we’re not yet done with this idyllic place. I can’t see that we ever will be.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Conrad R.

Utterly unique and special place (although extremely rough and ready and uncomfortable inside)
We had one of our most enjoyable holidays at Casa Arturo. The location is quite simply unbeatable. The house is perched on rocks overlooking a rocky beach and out to sea and has a perfect covered terrace on which we ate our meals or lay reading during the long days. The bedroom has a single window that looks out over beach and sea and our nights were soothed by the sound of the sea gently lapping onto the rocks below. The local town (on which this house is on the edge) is the most perfect small Italian village, with butcher, deli, bakery and small supermarket for all your needs. It also houses two 5-star hotels, one of which (Signum) has a Michelin-starred restaurant, well worth a visit. The island is covered in beautifully-maintained walking paths that climb to the top of the extinct volcanoes or go along the beautiful coastline. And from the beach you can hire canoes or inflatable beds on which to explore the coast or drift lazily in the hot sun. The main town, Santa Marina, is enchanting and from there you can wander around its charming streets, take boats to visit local islands or simply have lunch at one of restaurants or cafes. If you're looking for a very rustic getaway in a completely unique place, then you can't get better than this. The negatives (which didn't bother us at all): the inside is EXTREMELY rustic. The house is battered by the sea during winter months so there's no upholstered furniture inside. The inside downstairs is also very dark, so if the weather isn't good (which happened to us only once), it's not great spending time indoors. Personally, I wouldn't choose to stay here outside the summer months. Also, the main bedroom is accessed through the second bedroom and there's no door, so not ideal for two sets of adults. One more thing: the terrace is partially overlooked by the public footpath leading to the beach below, so you need to get used to that.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Peter B.

Very impressive, unique place in the middle of nature, on a beautiful island.
The property is the same as we imagined after the pictures. Looks pure but has everything a family need. With amazing evironment.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

3/5 Okay

Christian M.

Great place - if well kept for & properly cleaned
5 stars for the fantastic Location, great for reaching the beach. Simple house (which we knew and was fine for us) which could be really nice if better kept for. 1 star for the lousy cleaning in the beginning (you had to clean the windows yourself if we wanted to see through, we needed to clean the sink in the shower if we wanted to have no floods in the bath etc.). Also very little equipment for a self catering family, we had to buy a few things to be able to manage.

About the host

Hosted by Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

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Since 2006 we select houses and villas is Sicily that are able to maximise your experience of the island. We look for quality furnishing in unique locations, incredible views and private pool in order to boost your chance of falling in love with Sicily just like we did.

We provide you with transparent information and true pictures. What you see is exactly what you get. We advise you as much as we can about experiences, transfers and car rental and we do our best to be flexible and to accomodate your travel preferences. Finally, our prices are final rates! There are no hidden additional costs.

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