About this property
The sprawling oasis of Villa La Fornace is set across a stunning section of the Sicilian seafront and boasts 7 bedrooms accommodating up to 14 guests. This captivating retreat is a harmonious blend of traditional Sicilian architecture and modern elegance, promising an unforgettable escape for you and your loved ones.
Stepping into the villa, guests are greeted by a grand foyer, setting the tone for the opulence that awaits within. The main floor boasts a spacious living area with tasteful furnishings that seamlessly merge style and comfort. Large windows frame breathtaking views of the resort-style terrace and expansive swimming pool, allowing the Sicilian sunshine to flood the room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Adjacent to the living area, a fully equipped kitchen beckons the culinary enthusiast in your group. Here, state-of-the-art appliances and ample counter space make preparing meals a joy, whether you're tossing together a Mediterranean Salad, preparing a holiday feast for family and friends, or experimenting with local flavours. With its rustic charm and ample seating, the adjacent dining area provides the perfect backdrop for delightful shared meals. A separate kitchenette doubles as a bar or second-cooking space.
The villa unfolds over multiple floors, offering a unique ambience and showcasing meticulous attention to detail. The seven bedrooms are all true sanctuaries, each thoughtfully designed to ensure a restful night's sleep and all boasting ensuites to ensure the utmost convenience and privacy. Four of these rooms have a queen-sized bed, while one bedroom contains a queen-sized bed and a twin bed. Two further bedrooms both contain two single beds.
While Villa La Fornace's interiors are sumptuous, restful and inviting, the villa's outdoor spaces really set this place apart. A sprawling terrace offers the ideal setting for al fresco dining, where you can savour local delicacies while gazing at the mesmerising Sicilian sunset. The expansive pool with its palm tree surrounds and exploratory shape looks like something out of a top resort, but it is entirely yours!
Exploring farther into the grounds reveals lush gardens, a full-sized tennis court, and private access to the beach. That's a combo that's hard to beat!
Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or a base for exploring the wonders of Sicily, this spectacular villa ensures an unparalleled experience. Comfort, style, and the allure of the Mediterranean Sea converge for an unforgettable holiday.
The villa is strategically balanced between the countryside and the sea, but that doesn't mean it lacks nearby activities, attractions, and amenities. The easiest enjoyment close at hand is the beaches, to which Villa La Fornace boasts direct access.
The nearby fishing village of Donnalucata (5-minute drive) is a popular seaside resort thanks to its two marvellous beaches and accompanying promenade. If you're a fan of the Italian police procedural drama Inspector Montalbano, you'll recognise the promenade as the place where Montalbano "takes a stroll". The village boasts craft shops, bars, pubs, supermarkets, friendly trattorias, and artisan ice cream parlours. Fans of industrial architecture will want to check out the "Fornace Penna" (16-minute drive), a now ruined industrial furnace that made bricks for construction across Europe in the early 20th century. After a mysterious fire, only the shell of this industrial behemoth remains. Still, thanks to its prominent position on the coastline, it's an exciting place to explore (it was also a prominent setting for Inspector Montalbano).
The hilltop city of Ragusa (40-minute drive) has many baroque buildings, labyrinthine lanes, and sun-soaked piazzas. A guided tour will take you from the Palazzo Arezzo di Trifiletti, with its showpiece ballroom and 19th-century frescoes, to the Teatro Donnafugata (miniature opera house) and other sights in this fairytale town.
The nearby baroque town of Modica (30-minute drive) is famous for its unique style of chocolate making, which gives the chocolate a grainy texture and aromatic flavour. Satisfy your sweet tooth with some Modica chocolate, or pick up some perfect souvenirs to bring back to family and friends.
Accommodation
Villa Interiors
- Living area
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine and toaster
- Kitchenette
- Separate dining room
- Bedroom with queen-sized bed and ensuite bathroom with bathtub, bidet, shower, WC
- 3 x bedrooms with queen-sized beds and ensuite bathrooms with showers, bidets and WCs
- Bedroom with 3 single beds and ensuite bathroom with WC, bidet, walk-in shower
- 2 x bedrooms with twin beds and ensuite bathrooms with WCs, bidets, and walk-in showers
- Dedicated workspace
- 2 x bathrooms with WCs, bidets, and walk-in showers
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (depth: 0.5m - 3m), open from approximately November to April
- Outdoor play area
- Tennis court
- Sun loungers
- Garden
- Terrace/Patio
- Veranda/lanai
- Terrace furniture
- Al fresco dining settings
- BBQ
- Outdoor Jacuzzi
- Private access to the beach
- Parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- TV
- AC
- Iron and ironing board
- Safe