This seaside holiday home is one of two houses situated in a private estate in the middle of the Natural Reserve of the Belice Valley, in the south of Sicily. It overlooks a pristine, private long sandy beach, with the waves of the sea as the only background noise. Quiet and peaceful, it is also close to many nearby attractions, incuding the archaeological park of the ancient Greek town of Selinunte (the biggest in Europe), a 20 minute drive away. Agrigento is a 45 minute drive and Palermo approximately 1 ½ hours.
The house is owned by a well known Italian architect, and has been built in full respect of the environment, so that it is hidden in the landscape. It is surrounded by 15 hectares of informal Mediterranean park-like grounds with different kinds of palms, eucalyptus, oleanders and olive trees. There is also a fenced area with some animals (ducks, peacocks, moufflons and horses). There are several large furnished terraces, two with outdoor dining areas, one with stone barbecue. There is also a comfortable sitting area with views of the sea, an ideal spot for enjoying an evening aperitif at most times of year. The fine, golden sand of the beach is perfect for long walks and there is also a beach volley court set by the sea. Inside, the rooms are spacious, with terracotta floors and beamed ceilings and furnished very comfortably. There is a fireplace, TV, DVD and hi-fi in the large living room. An open staircase (very unsuitable for young children) leads up from here to an open mezzanine, with a double bed. Further amenities include air conditioning (payable according to consumption), a hairdryer and a washing machine.
The other property, Villa Belice West is at the opposite side of the grounds to Villa Belice East, about 5oo metres awa, and the two properties can be rented together for larger groups.
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Main House
Living/dining room. Very nice country-style, open-plan kitchen, well equipped, including water dispenser. 1 double bedroom. 1 double bedroom on a mezzanine level. 1 twin bedroom 1 bedroom with bunk beds. 2 shower rooms.
Annex (very simply furnished)
Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom. |
