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Holiday rental - C'era una volta - Scicli
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa

Explore the area

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Scicli, Ragusa
  • Place, Church of San Matteo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fornace Penna
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Palazzo Beneventano
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Toilet

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking

"Once upon a time...." in Scicli, is our Grandma's house. Luigi, my husband and I, renovated it using typical and traditional materials, with an eye to environmental protection. Now "C'era una volta" is a comfortable holiday home, ideal for couples or families, equipped with all modern comforts. Furnished with care and love, it can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people. Arranged on three levels, it welcomes you in a living area with dining area and relax area, kitchenette, double bedroom, two bathrooms and a large panoramic roof top terrace.

If you think of a holiday with friends and are more than 4 or with total privacy, we are pleased to inform you that we own a second home, with the same characteristics, right next door. You can see and book by visiting www.homeaway.com/holiday-holiday/p1973355

Shop and facilities are easily reachable on foot. The house is located in a very quiet, safe and well-kept part in the center of ​​Scicli, behind the imposing Baroque church of San Bartolomeo. The sea is about a 5-minute drive away. The coast is mainly sandy, interrupted here and there by suggestive cliffs. "C'era una volta" can be the ideal starting point to go up to Mount Etna or Agrigento on a the daytrip and visit the Baroque of Val di Noto with tranquility.

We deeply love this region and we'll be on your side with tips on what to visit, what to eat and drink and what you should deifinitely enjoy once here on holiday.

Services included:
- Independent entrance
- Equipped kitchen with dishes, glasses, cutlery, pots, moka, ladles, linen, dishwashing detergent
- Illimited free wifi up to 30 Mega
- Fridge
- Hairdryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Washing machine and clothesline
- TV with satellite system and decoder
- Detergents for daily house cleaning
- Bed linen on arrival
- Bath towels upon arrival
(set of 3 towels for each guest)
- Final cleaning
- Electricity (up to 3 kwh/day)

Services not included:
- Electricity over consumption (0.45 euros / kwh)

- We're sorry but we can not admit pets at home.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Energia elettrica: consumi inclusi fino a 20 kwh/settimana ( 3 kwh/giorno. (consumo medio settimanale 15-20 kwh)

La tassa di soggiorno (1,5 € a persona al giorno per max 7 giorni) sarà pagata all'arrivo

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number IT088011C2QP42DQW6
Property # 441905
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Scicli

Located in Scicli, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Sampieri Beach and Marina di Ragusa Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Pozzallo. Vini di Olindo Giuseppe and Labirinto del Castello are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.
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Map
Scicli, Ragusa

What's nearby

  • Chiesa di San Bartolomeo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of San Matteo - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Fornace Penna - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palazzo Beneventano - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chiesa di San Giovanni Evangelista - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Scicli Station - 16 min walk
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪caffetteria Ristorante busacca - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Quore Matto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Grotta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪‘O Spicu - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Creperia ZeroNove StreetFood - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking?

As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking on 28 August 2026 start from NZ$167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rooftop house in the center, 2/4 guests, free illimited WIFI, free parking located?

Located in the heart of Scicli, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chiesa di San Bartolomeo, Palazzo Beneventano and La Fornace Penna. Chiesa di San Giovanni Evangelista and Church of San Matteo are also within 15 minutes. Scicli Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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What a wonderful stay we had in Scicli with our host Francesca making it extra special. The place had everything we needed for our 6-night stay. It was clean, comfortable and close to all markets and the historic center. We used the location to tour the other Baroque Cities, Ispica, and the beach village of Sampieri. Francesca suggested we use the local car rental, Jolly Motors, to rent a car for three days. I highly recommend their friendly service. They came and picked us up and brought us back to the apartment after we turned in the car. On the last night of our stay Francesca arranged for us to have a tour of the historic Santorio of Santa Maria Nova given by a group of local teens and the musical composer who restored the church’s rare, Orchestral Organ built in 1776. His musical performance demonstrated the organ’s massive range of orchestral sound. Great overall accomodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wonderful stay in Scicli

We had a wonderful weeks stay in Scicli. The house was perfect with everything we needed and Scicli itself was beautiful. Francesca was a fantastic host, friendly, helpful and incredibly knowledgable on Scicli and the surrounding area. We throughly enjoyed our week and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2024
Dear Samantha, you have been great guests. Luigi and I try to be the hosts we'd like to meet when we do travel. And Scicli and the Sciclitani do the rest.
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8/10 Good

Nicola B.

Very clean, charming small house in a historic area.

Enjoyed the area - very few tourists mid October. The house was clean with a lovely rooftop space. Francesca was great, arranged a wonderful cooking lesson.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Nicola. It has been not only a pleasure but in a way a honour for me to welcome you. You and Neil have been fantastic guests. I loved the way you wanted to learn and experience local life and culture. I hope you keep a lot of good memories and invite you to come back anytime you wish. Francesca
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10/10 Excellent

Bryony M.

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Great host

I can highly recommend Francesca's house. She is the perfect host. So much useful information is provided. The location is ideal. Having the roof terrace makes all the difference. I would love to stay there again. Thanks Francesca. Bryony and Kerry
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2024
Thanks a lot Bryony. We hope to welcome you back anytime you and your sister wish. Francesca e Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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Scicli joy

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Piedegrotta. The lovely house was well located in a beautiful and atmospheric old neighbourhood and walking distance to the sights and tastes of Scicli. The house was well equipped, the bed comfortable, and the roof top terrace was an added joy. Francesca was a wonderful host. She welcomed us, gave us a great overview of the town's history, advised us on places to but food, enjoy a range of dining, and was responsive to our needs. She couldn't be nicer. We were sad to leave, but we are looking forward to coming back. Kathleen and Tom
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Dear Kathleen and Tom, I'm so proud and lucky to welcome guests like you. You've been attentive, easygoing and truly respectful of the house. Thanks for choosing Scicli and C'era una Volta. We look forward to welcome you back. Un caro saluto. Francesca and Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline E.

A perfect little escape

My sister and I stayed in the Via Tivoli house for a week at the end of May and really felt that we had been blessed with finding the perfect little house for our needs. We like to stay in places which give a feel for the local life and we certainly achieved that. Francesca was exceedingly helpful both with information before we booked our holiday and then by buying some basic provisions (we were arriving on a Sunday) and meeting at the bus terminal in Modica. She gave us some interesting insights into local life and politics. As we were not a 'couple', we wanted separate sleeping areas and Francesca accommodated our needs by putting a second bed downstairs in place of the sofa. The weather was perfect - mid twenties centigrade and upwards which was a relief after months of relentless wetness at home in Wales, UK. We decided not to hire a car (in spite of being urged to do so by various tourist advisers!) and we really enjoyed using the buses and the train which, with a bit of careful planning got us everywhere we wanted to go. It also had the benefit of being more relaxing and meant that we rubbed shoulders with local people, trying out our embryonic Italian! The restaurants we were directed to by Francesca were great and we had some really good Sicilian food. Our stay also coincided with the festival of Madonna delle Millizie which gave us further enjoyable insight into local customs. The house is easy walking distance from the main square, the shops and all the touristy things you may want to see in Scicli. I would recommend a visit to Don Carmelo's restored cave dwelling which was inhabited by his grandfather. And of course there is lots of interest in the local and neighbouring areas for Inspector Montelbano fans!! I look forward to a return visit to Scicli at some point in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Caroline. You've been wonderful guests since the very first moment I picked you up at the bus stop in Modica till the day I drove you to the bus back to the ariport. We are really happy to read you liked Scicli and our house. We remain at your complete disposal to discover together other surprising corners of Scicli and local recipes. Un abbraccio da Francesca, Luigi, Marta e Sara.
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10/10 Excellent

jonas b.

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Die Unterkunft liegt im Herzen von Scicli, was einen authentischen Eindruck verleiht. Alles in einem top Zustand und sehr sauber. Francesca war ein toller Host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
Siete stati degli ospiti rispettosi e attenti. Vi ringraziamo per le gentili parole. Casa Piedigrotta e Casa Tivoli sono per noi un "oblò sul mondo" e ci permettono di conoscere tante persone interessanti e simpatiche, ma anche di fare loro scoprire i segreti e le bellezze di questo piccolo ma ricco angolo di mondo.
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid S.

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Wunderschön

Tolle und ruhige Lage mitten im historischen Scicli. Sehr nette Vermieterin, die uns gute Empfehlungen gegeben hat Wir hatten einen perfekten Aufenthalt.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2024
Liebe Ingrid, vielen Dank für Ihre Worter. Die Zufriedenheit unserer Gäste ist für uns das größte Geschenk. Unser Empfang ist einfach das, was wir als Reisende gerne erhalten würden.
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6/10 Okay

Nicolas H.

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Bellissimo luogo ma rumoroso ; très beau lieu mais bruyant

Senza dubbio, il luogo e la città sono un paradiso per un ancoraggio siciliano. La città stessa offre uno scorcio di Sicilia barocca. La casa, situata nelle strette vie di un quartiere vicino al centro, permette di entrare in contatto e di chiacchierare con i vicini molto cordiali, una piccola comunità che vive all'aperto quando il sole non splende troppo. Siamo stati sfortunati, però, perché al nostro arrivo l'aria condizionata era rotta. La casa, con il suo tetto piatto, è diventata rapidamente un forno durante il giorno e ha sprigionato tutto il suo calore di notte. L'unica opzione per dormire era il ventilatore, che agitava un po' d'aria con le finestre aperte. Tuttavia, dopo che la strada si è addormentata intorno all'una di notte, sono stati i cani presenti nelle vicinanze a regalarci diversi concerti. Ma il clou dello spettacolo inizia alle 5.23, quasi tutte le mattine, con la musica elettro-pop che rimbomba nella casa cubica con le persiane verdi dall'altra parte della strada. Nei ritornelli è accompagnato da una donna urlante, che poi scopriamo essere la figlia gravemente disabile. Abbiamo catturato un video dell'evento che senza dubbio ci farà ridere tra qualche anno. Detto questo, la Sicilia è magnifica, l'appartamento superbo, la città di Scicli eccezionale, Francesca accogliente, che cerca di fare del suo meglio, ma torniamo esausti dopo brevi notti dall'1 alle 5.23 interrotte dai cani.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2024
Gentili Damien e Françoise, siamo felici che abbiate trovato la casa superba, la città di Scicli eccezionale ed abbiate apprezzato la nostra accoglienza. Si, Casa Piedigrotta si trova in un quartiere dove ancora si respira la voglia di stare insieme. Siete stati degli ospiti molto gentili, riservati e super rispettosi. Solo una cosa ci dispiace molto: che non siate riusciti ad utilizzare al meglio l'aria condizionata. Funziona: ve lo assicuriamo. Confermato anche dal tecnico che abbiamo contattato. Utilizzandola nel modo più corretto, avreste probabilmente tenuto le finestre chiuse e non sentito la ragazza che adora cantare all'alba dal proprio balcone. Appena ci avete chiamati, siamo venuti (era il sabato sera del 10 agosto) ed appurato che l'aria funzionava. Volevamo anche chiamare un tecnico per conferma obbiettiva, ma ci avete detto che non era necessario. Ci spiace molto. Speriamo, come avete detto alla partenza, che vorrete ritornare in questo angolo di Sicilia e che questa volta valuterete diversamente e nel complesso la nostra/vostra casa vacanza. Un caro saluto. Francesca e Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

PIERRE V.

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

Séjour Scicli

séjour très agréable dans.un site exceptionnel. l'appartement est trés bien situé, dans un quartier ancien calme et plein de charme, proche du centre l'accueil est chaleureux Scicli est idéalement situé pour visiter le Sud Est de la Sicile et profiter des plages
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christian I.

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C'era una volta- märchenhaft schöner Urlaub

Wir sind mit vielen wundervollen Erinnerungen aus unserem Urlaub in Scicli zurückgekehrt. Diese Region mit den prachtvollen Städten, den tollen Sandstränden, der typischen Landschaft mit viel mediterranem Flair und all den sizilianischen Köstlichkeiten, hat uns eine Urlaubszeit mit einer perfekten Mischung aus Kultur, Genuss und einfach nur Entspannung ermöglicht. In ganz besonderer Erinnerung bleiben, wird uns unser "Zuhause" für diese zwei Wochen. C'era una volta - das Häuschen hätte keinen besseren Namen bekommen können. In einer kleinen Gasse gelegen, mitten unter all den freundlichen Nachbarn, so liebevoll ausgestattet aber doch so schlicht und ursprünglich restauriert. Unser absolutes Highlight waren unsere gemütlichen Stunden auf der Dachterrasse, mit Blick auf die umliegenden Berge mit Kirchen und einem Kloster, auf die Höhlenwohnungen und einfach nur über die Dächer dieses alten Stadtteils. Herrlich! Die Besitzer haben uns sehr herzlich empfangen und uns mit vielen Tipps versorgt. Danke Francesca und Luigi für eure so überaus freundschaftliche und hilfsbereite Art und die wunderbare Zeit bei euch!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2023
Danke, danke sehr für Ihre Netten Wörter. Unser Haus ist Ihre Haus. Francesca und Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

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Einfach klasse!

Super schöne Ferienwohnung auf drei Ebenen mit dem Highlight der Dachterrasse. Super liebe und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin Francesca behilflich in allen Lebenslagen. Für uns der perfekte "Sizilien-hautnah" -Urlaub im zauberhaften und romantischen Scicli! :)
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Vielen Dank Sabine. Ich freue mich sehr, Ihre Worte zu lesen. Bei uns sind Sie immer willkommen. Bis zum naechsten Mal. Francesca und Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

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Schöne Ferienwohnung in toller Kulisse

Die Wohnung war sehr sauber und für 4 Personen gut ausgestattet (Schirme, Strandstühle usw.) Auch die kleine Herausforderung „Parken“ war mit Francesca‘s Hilfe kein Problem. Auch bei allen anderen Dingen hilft sie gern und ist erreichbar. Wir haben uns sehr wohl und willkommen gefühlt. Die Wohnung liegt in einer Wohngegend, abseits der Tourismus-Ströme - das Zentrum ist aber fußläufig in nicht mal 5 Minuten zu erreichen. Wer gerne mit offenem Fenster schläft muss leider damit rechnen von Hundebellen aus der entfernten Nachbarschaft geweckt zu werden. Da es eine Klimaanlage gibt kann man die Fenster aber auch geschlossen halten und die wunderbare Dachterasse gleicht auch das wieder aus :)
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Danke, Julia. Danke sehr. Sie sind sehr nette gewesen and habt das Haus ganz sauber und in Ordnung gelassen. Danke nochmal. Francesca :-)
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10/10 Excellent

JULIEN P.

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Un vrai bonheur!

La maison très propre est agréable à vivre située dans un quartier authentique de Scicli qui est une magnifique ville. Superbe semaine, tout ça nous manque déjà!! Merci à Francesca pour sa gentillesse et ses très bons conseils.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Merci de nous avoir choisi. Vous avez été très aimables. A la prochaine. Francesca et Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Seraina H.

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Ein wunderbarer Ort mit viel Charme

Wir wurden von Francesca sehr herzlich empfangen und fühlten und sofort wohl. Sie gab uns viele wertvolle Tipps und wir konnten sie auch während dem Aufenthalt um Infos bitten. Der Hausteil ist eingebettet mitten im italienischen Leben am Stadtrand von der reizvollen Stadt Scicli. Die Wohnung ist liebevoll und praktisch eingerichtet. Die Räume sind mit viel Geschmack und Liebe zum Detail gestaltet. Die Terrasse ist ein Schmuckstück und wir genossen es dort zu essen oder einfach zu sein. Danke Francesca für die liebe Gastfreundschaft und die guten Gespräche. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2021
Liebe Seraina, wir haben uns sehr gefreut, Sie begrüßen zu dürfen und hoffen sehr, dass Sie nach Scicli wiederkommen. Un caro saluto. Francesca und Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

camille f.

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Maison charmante

Maison idéalement située, au calme, dans un quartier des plus charmants, nous y avons passé un séjour très agréable. Francesca nous a bien accueillis et nous recommandons vivement ce logement.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Merci Camille. Vous avez été très gentils. j'éspère de vous accueillir à nouveau et souhaite une bonne été. Un caro saluto da Scicli.
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8/10 Good

A. N.

April 2019

- Sehr aufmerksame Gastgeberin (Francesca): viele Informationen über Scicli und die Umgebung, inklusive eines Besuches des ehemaligen Klosters Santa Maria della Croce; sogar Einladung zum Abendessen zu Hause bei ihrer Familie am ersten Abend: vielen Dank dafür! - Haus: renovierter Altbau, teils mit Natursteinwänden, in der Altstadt, mit einer sehr schönen Dachterrasse - Einbauküche ist vorhanden (Induktionskochfeld, Kühlschrank, kleiner separater Ofen; Waschmaschine) - Haus selbst ist sehr kühl bei einer Außentemperatur 12-15 Grad, sonnig / wolkig / windig) - Vorsicht: sämtlicher Stromverbrauch muß extra nach Verbrauch bezahlt werden - Heizstrahler, Klimaanlage (kann kühlen und heizen), Warmwasser (Boiler): auf diese Extrakosten wird in der Fewo-Direkt-Beschreibung NICHT hingewiesen!! - dies habe ich erst vor Ort erfahren. Da ich hinsichtlich des Stromverbrauches sehr vorsichtig war, wurde mir nichts in Rechnung gestellt. - kein WLAN vorhanden (bereits vor Abreise auf Nachfrage erfahren). - Mobilfunkempfang im ersten Stock und auf der Dachterrasse gut. - Fernseher im Erdgeschoß ist klein; Empfang von einigen italienischen Sendern, BBC World Service und zeitweise ZDF. - Matratze des Doppelbettes ist eher fest, aber gleichmäßig. - Zufahrt zu den Parkmöglichkeiten in der Nähe des Hauses sehr schmal - für einen Fiat 500 gerade ausreichend. Ein sehr kleiner Wendehammer (die Zufahrtstraße hört im Tal auf), ist vorhanden, aber meistens mit mindestens einem Auto zugeparkt.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Ich bin froh, dass Sie eine schöne Erinnerung an Ihren Urlaub in Scicli haben. Wir freuen uns immer, dass sich unsere Gäste wie zu Hause fühlen und das Sie entdecken koennen wie schoen Scicli ist. Nur eine Klarstellung: Die Angaben zum Stromverbrauch befinden sich in der Beschreibung des Hauses und Sie sind die einzigen Kosten, die nicht im Preis enthalten sind. Vielen Dank für die sehr ausführliche Bewertung und sicherlich nützlich für alle zukünftigen Gäste. Hoffentlich bis gleich wieder in Scicli. Un caro saluto. Francesca
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene Q.

Wunderschönes Ferienhaus in der Altstadt von Scicli!

Das Ferienhaus ist sehr gemütlich ausgestattet und versprüht jede Menge italienischen Charme. Die Dachterrasse war sowohl für ein Frühstück in der Sonne als auch für ein Wein am Abend das Highlight mit einem tollen Ausblick auf die Altstadt! Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt und man hatte alles, was man braucht. Francesca gab uns gute Tipps für sehenswerte Orte in der Nähe und man konnte sie bei Problemen jeder Art jederzeit erreichen. Also alles in allem ein tolles Ferienhaus mit einer tollen Vermieterin :-) wir würden es jedem empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Danke Marlene. Sie sind sehr schoen gewesen und wir sind nochmal gluecklich gewesen so nette Geaste wie Sie zu wilkommen. Un abbraccio da Scicli. Francesca und Luigi
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6/10 Okay

Mirko S.

Ottima accoglienza ma...

Accoglienza ottima, molta cordialità e disponibilità. La casa è carina ma - anche a causa della posizione nel mezzo di una gola - risulta piuttosto calda. Climatizzatori a disposizione ma mettete in conto spese piuttosto alte per il consumo elettrico (praticamente il massimo in Italia a kWh con incluse ANCHE le spese fisse...in 5 gg senza accendere nulla, nemmeno scaldabagno e piastre della cucina, se ne sono andati svariati € aggiuntivi - spiegatevi bene prima con i padroni) oppure rischierete di dormire piuttosto poco: purtroppo la notte a finestre aperte le luci esterne e i cani del vicinato non aiutano. Cucina con piastre elettriche un po' limitante. Posizione ottima a due passi dal barocco siciliano, e terrazza piacevole con vista sulla storia.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Gentile Mirko, vi ringraziamo di esservi ricordati di noi e siamo contenti che abbiate apprezzato la nostra cordialità e disponibilità, nonchè la posizione ottima della nostra casa con "terrazza sulla storia". Come avrete potuto notare, la casa non è tra gli stretti vicoli, ma in uno dei punti più ventilati del centro storico di Scicli, dove la brezza giunge direttamente dalla vallata del Torrente San Bartolomeo. Nonostante questo... il gran caldo eccezionale che ha investito tutta l'Italia in questo periodo, ci ha costretti tutti all'utilizzo dell'aria condizionata. Per 6 giorni di permanenza 9 Euro di energia elettrica non mi sembra eccessivo. Ad ogni modo, se vorrete tornare in questo magico angolo di mondo, sappiate che potrete godere di uno sconto di 9 euro sul soggiorno. Un caro saluto. Francesca e Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

Markus M.

Authentische, vollständig und liebevoll ausgestattete Fewo

Wir haben selten eine gleichzeitig authentischere und liebevoller ausgestattete Fewo angemietet. Alles ist in einem sehr guten Zustand: von der Küchenzeile und den Koch- und Essensutensilien bis zu den Strandstühlen und dem Sonnenschirm. Die Wohnung befindet sich keine 5 Minuten von allen Läden und Restaurants in Scicli, mitten unter den Einheimischen. Man ist von der ersten Minute an in der sizilianischen Lebensart angekommen. Die Terrasse war für uns der ideale Platz, um den Tag abzuschließen. Scilci selbst ist eine lebhafte und liebenswerte Stadt mit vielfältigen Möglichkeiten zum Einkaufen, Besichtigen oder zum Essen gehen. Scicli ist ein sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge in die Barockstädte in der Umgebung. Auch für einen Tagesbesuch nach Siracusa (mit der Bahn). Zum Strand in Sampieri sind es mit dem Auto ca. 20 Minuten. Francesca hat uns sehr freundlich empfangen, hat eine dicke Mappe mit Informationen zu Sehenswürdigkeiten, Restaurants etc. vorbereitet und steht jederzeit für Rückfragen oder Hilfe zur Verfügung. Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Urlaub in Francescas Haus!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Danke Markus. Ich bin immer sehr froh solche nette Bewertungen zu lesen. Sie haben zwei ganze Wochen in Scicli erlebt und wirklich Scicli gespuert. Mein deutsch ist nicht gut genug um Sie wissen zu lassen wie froh wir gewesen sind Sie bei uns wilkommen zu haben. Bis zum naechsten Mal....in Scicli. Un caro saluto. Francesca
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10/10 Excellent

Benedetta M.

Local Living

Pleasant apartment in a quaint section of Scicli. Walking distance to everything you need or desire. Francesca and Luigi welcomed us as family and became our friends. We enjoyed our stay in this baroque town rich in culture and warm people. We made friends with the butcher, the pastry chef and the supermarket owners. Recommend this property and town highly for people looking to live like locals.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Dear Benedetta, thanks for considering us friends. As we met you we felt like we've always known eachother. Make our guests feel like locals is our main goal. We appreciate you liiked the house and our little but sparkling town of Scicli. You'll be most welcomed as you dream of coming back to this part of the world anytime you wish. Un abbraccio. Francesca and Luigi
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10/10 Excellent

A traditional, comfortable and unique home.

Our fourth visit to C'era una Volta, and probably not the last! We just feel so at home in this beautiful traditional Sicilian house tucked away in one of the older parts of Scicli. with friendly neighbours and a view across to the caves. Everything is exactly as it says on the web site. The house is always immaculate. and homely. it's uniqueness sets it apart from other holiday homes. Other years we have always eaten out in the evening. however this year, my wife had a swollen knee so I did the shopping and cooked. It was simple fare, but the local supermarket - Deco - and the butcher just down towards Piazza Italia are really helpful, have wonderful fresh produce and really good prices. Everyone is so helpful, and someone even brought round some home made massage oil for Cath's knee. Once she was more mobile we went to Donnalucata by bus. We enjoyed lunch at Mezzaparola and a stroll along the sea front in the sunshine. We wanted to venture further afield than we could manage on the bus, and we booked a day trip, by taxi, with Elios in Piazza Italia. We chose to go to Piazza Armerina. We went along the coast toward Gela and then up to the Roman Villa, about a 2 hour drive. Amazing and well worth a visit. Afterward, the three of us went for lunch and then he took us on a scenic route back to Scicli. The driver was brilliant and by the end of the day, I think my poor Italian was a bit better and he had learnt some more English! We ate out on the last two nights, firstly at Quore Matto ( not impressed) and then at Baqqala which was very good. We also went to Millenium for coffee, cakes and Internet. There are a couple of small bars just past San Bartolomeo church which serve excellent coffee and pastries at an extremely cheap price. I revisited "a rutti ri Ron Carmelu" the museum depicting life in the caves, it is very good. It was sad to say good bye on the Saturday, and used EliosTaxis again to go to Catania. Francesca really makes the stay at Piedagrotta something special. We will be back, hopefully at an earlier time in the year, to see one the amazing festivals that take place.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks for your frank and friendly appreciations. You write as you really felt part of the local community. I'm happy that the "olio di iperico" worked with Cath's knee and you found other new and interesting places to visit (being your forth time....) but I'm even happier you experienced once more what "hospitality" in Scicli means. Come back whenever you wish. We'll be here waiting to welcome you again. Francesca
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm B.

Cera una volta is a delightful, well appointed property with all home comforts and a roof terrace.

Francesca is a very attentive and well organised hostess. Her friendly approach made our whole experience of Sicily particularly enjoyable. The house is comfortable and spotlessly clean, only a few minutes walk from the town centre, which has a good selection of eateries, shops, baroque churches and 'Montalbano' locations. Francesca's local map is marked with all the places to visit, the numbers 2, 4 & 6 are the locations of cafes, restaurants and food shops and is part of a comprehensive folder of leaflets about local towns and attractions, available in several languages. Her offer to buy in shopping in advance and to organise car hire if we needed it was also most welcome, particularly as we arrived so late in the evening. An ideal 'home from home' for any couple wanting to visit SE Sicily! We managed to visit the Greek Temples at Agrigento, the seaside towns of Donnalucata and Sampieri, as well as Modica, Noto and Ragusa for their chocolate and baroque highlights and even all the way to Villa Romana del Casale to see the 'bikini girls'. The best meal we had was at Ristorante Majore in Chiaramonte Gulfi, an amazing, unpretentious little restaurant with wonderful service, surroundings and even more importantly great food! The people of the area were all so friendly and helpful they made it a wonderfully memorable holiday. Many thanks to all of you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Dear Malcom, from the very beginning I understood I was in the presence of a special couple. You've been simply fantastic. The way you got in touch with the locals, the way you experienced the local culture is who I feel the real travellers to southeastern Sicily should do. We hope to welcome you back whenever you wish to enjoy your "home from home". Francesca
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10/10 Excellent

Dudley N.

A great place to stay and enjoy Sicilian life

We stayed at the house at the end of a very busy trip to Sicily, and it was a great place to slow down and just enjoy life in Scicli. The house was well equipped and very comfortable. It had a great 'sun deck' at the top of the house, which was a wonderful place to go and enjoy a glass of wine at the end of the day.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad anytime we read how much our friends/guests like the house and enjoy the roof terrace. Nonetheless it is exaclty what we like to offer: an original atmosphere of the local life. Scicli, among the 8 late-baroque UNESCO sites in the Val di Noto, is maybe one of the most original and not spoilt. We love to welcome nice, discrete and sweet couples like you've been. Come back to Scicli anytime you wish. Un caro saluto. Francesca and Luigi with Marta and Sara
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10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Charming house in a beautiful town.

C'era una Volta is an immaculate charming house in the beautiful town of Scicli. It is in a great location and has a lovely roof terrace with fabulous views. The owner Francesca speaks perfect English and is the most friendly and helpful host you could wish to meet. She arranged transfers to and from the airport for us and gave us local information. The neighbours and people of Scicli are very friendly. We had a lovely 11 days and highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks a lot, Janet. We look forward to welcoming you back next September. A presto. Francesca and Luigi

About the host

Hosted by Francesca

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We are Francesca and Luigi. We love travelling. As we have travelled a lot and who what it means moving to a new place, we like to make our friends / guests feel home.
Depp lovers of this magnificent corner of the world, we will be on your side or if you prefer on the other side of the phone, during your stay offering tips and suggestions on what you shouldn't miss once here.

Why they chose this property

I've dreamt for quite a long of the possibility to offer guests and friends the chance to discover this wonderful corner of the world: Scicli and its surroundings. This lodging ( C'era una volta) has definitely contributed to make my dream come true.

What makes this property unique

Via Piedigrotta, from the name of the street, as well as Via Tivoli ( https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p1973355) are two welcoming and charming holiday rentals in the center very close one to the other.
Both of them have been recently renovated maintaining the original stony walls, the wooden roof and the panoramique terrace overlooking the surrounding natural and historical landscape.
We tried to pay the maximum attention to all comfs to ensure a pleasant stay.

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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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