The Accommodation

Recently built, this modern villa features bright, comfortable accommodation with contemporary furnishings and décor. 

Situated on the ground floor there is a living/dining room/kitchen, 1 double bedroom (king size bed 180 x 210) with en suite shower room, second double bedroom also with en suite shower room, third twin/double bedroom (beds 90 x 200) and separate shower room. On the first floor, accessed from outside there is the fourth double bedroom with en suite shower room.

The villa is equipped with air conditioning, WiFi, 3 satellite TV’s, iPod docking station, safe, mosquito nets, hairdryer, highchair and cot. The kitchen has a table and chairs and well-equipped for self catering with electric oven, gas hob, 2 fridges, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee percolator, espresso machine, iron, kettle, microwave, mixer and toaster.

The villa is surrounded by outside terraces with dining area and garden with small swimming pool.

Villa Ulivo is similar to Villa Lavanda and Villa Fico d'India (and the 2 bedroom Villa Rosmarino and Villa Timo and 4 bedroom Villa Palma) which are nearby so ideal for extended families or groups. All villas are non-smoking.

The Garden & Facilities

Outside there is a terrace with comfortable sofa’s and an adjacent al fresco dining area with table, chairs and further terrace with barbecue. There are sun loungers and parasol on the deck surrounding the small private pool (3m x 5m, depth 1.3m) with external shower and adjacent small lawned area.

Local services available at the villa include change of linen (€15 per person), cook (€200 + receipts) and maid service (€25 per hour, minimum 2 hours).

The villa is situated 100m from the seafront with rocky beach and 300m from the sandy beach of San Lorenzo. There is a delicatessen and restaurants 700m away and further shops, bank and restaurants 3km away in Marzamemi. Bike rental, boat rental and guided tours can be arranged (all extra cost). 

Local activities available include golf (Floridia) 35km, tennis 20km, horse riding 22km, harbour (Syracuse) 40km. Guests may wish to visit the interesting Baroque towns of Noto 24km, Syracuse 51km and Ragusa 57km.

The Local Area

Villa Ulivo is located in San Lorenzo, a small seaside village with a lovely sandy beach on the south east coast of Sicily.  It is also just 3km from the charming fishing village of Marzamemi with picturesque beach, small harbour with colourful wooden boats and fish restaurants, artisan shops along narrow side streets and piazza with live music on some evenings during the summer months.

From the villa, it is also possible to visit some of the most beautiful towns in south east Sicily such as Noto (24km), Syracuse (51km) and the baroque towns of the Val di Noto.  It is also 8km from Vendicari Nature Reserve home to Herons, Cranes, Black Storks, Pelicans and home to a flamboyance of Flamingos in its lagoons, marshes, dunes and beaches.

Noto, part of the Val di Noto UNESCO World Heritage Site in south east Sicily, has an upper part on the plateau and a lower newer part on the slope below. The latter accommodates buildings of the nobility and religious complexes of the 18^th century and the topography, town plan and architecture combine to create a spectacular 'Baroque stage set'.  It includes nine churches and numerous palazzi. It is a charming town with Baroque architecture built up following the 17^th century earthquake.

There are several historical sites scattered across the town such as the Church of San Francesco, Museo Civico and Piazza XVI Maggio as well as numerous shops, bars, restaurants. Noto is also home to one of the most visually striking festivals on the island held on the 3^rd weekend of May when Via Nicolaci is transformed into a piece of artwork with 16 artists covering the street with their own exquisite petal designs.

Huw's View

Villa Ulvio is a lovely Mediterranean-style villa close to San Lorenzo, a renowned seaside resort that boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily and just 3km from the lively fishing town of Marzamemi.

This seafront villa is surrounded by a well-kept garden and has panoramic terraces to enjoy the sea view from the comfort of your sunbed or al fresco dining table 

The small pool is a real feature along with the bright and welcoming interior with 3 bedrooms sleeping up to 6. 

The location of the villa allows guests to explore both the coast and the beautiful cities in south east Sicily including Noto, Syracuse and the baroque cities of the Val di Noto. 

Car hire essential.

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Essential Information

All prices from are based on accommodation only. Flights, transfers and car hire are priced separately.

Opening/Closing Date: Open All Year Round
Arrival/Departure Day: SUN (Other Days On Request)
Minimum Stay: 7 Nights
Check In: 5PM-9PM
Check Out: 10AM
Deposit: €500 Paid Locally (Cash)
Included in Price: Accommodation as Stated, Just Sicily Rep Service and Emergency Number, Utilities, Electricity up to 300 Kwh Per Week (Extra €0.60/Kwh), Linen and Towels (Bed Linen Changed Weekly, Bath Towels Changed Twice per Week, Pool Towels Changed Weekly), Kitchen, Bedrooms & Bathrooms Cleaned Weekly and Final Clean
Not Included in Price: Flights, Transfers, Car Hire, Travel Insurance and City Tax