Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Siracusa, Sicily

Temple of Apollo3 min walk
Cathedral of Syracuse4 min walk
Lungomare di Ortigia6 min walk
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining Area

About this property

Live a unique experience in this house, unique in its kind, which represents the synthesis of the millennial culture of Sicily. The stone walls, the niches, the furnishings represent the testimony of architectural and artistic styles that coexist and overlap in the same environments. All in the heart of the historic center, a few steps from both Porta Marina and the Spanish walls and from the Duomo and the nightlife of Ortigia.

Property manager

Ettore

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

21 sqm terrace on the second level splendid sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Syracuse

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Ortigia, a neighborhood in Syracuse. While the natural beauty of Arenella Beach and Fontane Bianche Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lungomare di Ortigia. Arkimedeion Museum and Museum of the Sea of Syracuse are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.

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Siracusa, Sicily

What's nearby

Temple of Apollo - 3 min walk
Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk
Cathedral of Syracuse - 4 min walk
Lungomare di Ortigia - 6 min walk
Porto Piccolo - 16 min walk

Getting around

Syracuse Station - 18 min walk
Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

Viola Espressobar - 2 min walk
Apollonium Osteria - 2 min walk
Crai Simpatica - 2 min walk
Ristorante Porta Marina da Salvo - 1 min walk
Trattoria Rusticana da Lisetta - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

8 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location, beautiful unique property

Ettore has created a beautiful and unique property. His attention to detail is incredible and we kept finding little surprises about the property through out our stay. He has all you need to make yourself at home - including a lovely bottle of wine that sadly we never drank as every time we got home we had no room left from dinner and cocktails! The location is amazing - you literally don’t have to walk more than 4 minutes to wonderful restaurants. We did a day trip to Taormina and the train was a 15 minute walk. You also feel very safe and secure in the property and by far the BEST pillows of any VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. The best was very comfortable too!!! I wish we had longer to stay!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

6 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Our host Ettore was the epitome of Sicilian hospitality, happily meeting us at 3 a.m. to help us with parking and getting us settled in the apartment. The apartment was beautifully renovated, blending parts of the old church including in-floor displays of the old paving and other artefacts. It provided everything we needed and more for our week's stay in Ortigia.

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard J M.

31 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was für eine außergewöhnliche Wohnung!

Wer den Charme Ortygias mag, wird vom Ortygia Ancient House begeistert sein! Die Wohnung war ursprünglich das Nebengebäude der angrenzenden barocken Kirche. Wo immer möglich, hat Ettore, der Besitzer, die alte Bausubstanz aus behauenen Kalksteinen und Holzbalken erhalten, den Rest stilsicher restauriert. Mehrere Lichtschächte ermöglichen einen Blick auf das antike Fundament des Hauses. Geschmackvoll dekoriert ist die Wohnung zum einen mit antiken Gegenständen, zum anderen mit traditionell sizilianischen Objekten und Kunstwerken einer örtlichen Künstlerin. Die Ausstattung der Wohnung, vor allem der Küche ist sehr gut. Die Betten sind sehr bequem. Alle technischen Geräte funktionieren einwandfrei. Im TV gibt es Netflix - ein netter Zeitvertreib an Abenden, an denen wir nicht ausgehen konnten. Die Lage der Wohnung ist optimal: In wenigen Minuten ist man am Dom, an der Fonte Aretusa und am Porto Grande, außerdem am nächsten Supermarkt. Das Haus liegt dabei in einer ruhigen Nebengasse ohne Durchgangsverkehr. Und nebenbei sei bemerkt, dass wir uns auch stets absolut sicher gefühlt haben. Der Vermieter Ettore Botta ist so, wie man sich einen Vermieter wünscht: Freundlich, ja herzlich, hilfsbereit (Anfragen über WhatsApp werden innerhalb von Minuten beantwortet und er kommt auch persönlich vorbei, wenn es nötig ist); außerdem spricht Ettore fließend Englisch, was die Kommunikation sehr einfach macht. Wir waren drei Wochen in der Wohnung. Die W

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annett K.

7 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary and convenient apartment in historical Ortigia

Perfect place to explore historical Syracus and Ortigia walking. The appartment is exactly as described, very convenient for a familie of 4. Our host Ettore was very friendly, responsive and helpful. Great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Reinhard A.

15 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschön

Sehr angenehm! Die Wohnung liegt in der Altstadt von Ortigia, ist sehr liebevoll gestaltet und gut klimatisiert. Sie ist das ideale Quartier, wenn man in Syrakus eine Weile bleiben will. Wir haben hier an einer Konferenz teilgenommen und die archäologischen Anlagen und Museen ausführlich besichtigt. Ettore ist ein hervorragender Gastgeber und sehr um das Wohl seiner Gäste bedacht. Die Ausstattung erlaubt Selbstversorgung, Prima! Sehr Empfehlenswert!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023