Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley

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Villa Molinum surrounded by unspoiled nature
Property
Outdoor area for dining and relaxing
The entrance for both units is a green patio overlooking a forest and the creek where you might even spot one of the owner’s horses running freely.
Property

Overview of Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Explore the area

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Palazzolo Acreide, Sicily
  • Popular LocationCorsino4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Paolo Basilica5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAntonino Uccello House-Museum5 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - main building

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - main building

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - main building

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - main building

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5 - dépendance

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom - dépendance

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Main building - first floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom - Main building - ground floor

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom next to the pool

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley

This is the place you dream of discovering when coming to Sicily, a place for tradition lovers and connoisseurs, where you can taste the simple and charming life of an enchanted past. Villa Molinum is an authentically restored miller's house, drenched in history and nestled in 4 hectares of unspoiled nature. A still working mill, an always-fresh creek at 20 meters from the house and a private pool complete the idyllic picture.

A curvy country road bordered with low white walls leads to Villa Molinum. The villa consists of a white main building of 150 m2 and a pink dépendance of 40 m2. The entrance to both units is a green patio overlooking a forest and the creek, where you might even spot one of the owner’s horses running freely.

The main building has four eclectically elegant double bedrooms and two luxury bathrooms, one for each floor. A spacious dining room with a well-equipped kitchen (including a dishwasher) will be the perfect frame for all your dinners, unless you cannot get enough of the stunning views of the surroundings and you prefer to enjoy your meal outdoor. The dépendance consists of a double bedroom and a bathroom, and it can be a romantic hideout for a couple that wants even more privacy. There is a brand new bathroom and a changing room next to the pool.

A fireplace stove in the main building and a wood stove in the dépendance will make your stay in winter warm and cosy. The thick walls of both units will not allow you to sweat while inside, not even in August.

It would be really difficult to ask for more. And yet, here it is possible. You can, for example, go trekking in the bordering Hyblean Mountains, request a horse ride together with the owner, or a dinner cooked with local and organic products. Moreover, at a very short drive or at 20 minutes on foot you can reach the town of Palazzolo Acreide, one of the most stunning Baroque towns of Sicily and Unesco Heritage since 2002, featuring gorgeous churches and an ancient Greek amphitheater. The local delicacies are salami and bread made in all different ways given the miller’s tradition of the area, but you will delighted by wine and artisanal beers too. And do not miss a visit to Corsino, the oldest patisserie in town! Finally, Syracuse, sandy beaches and on the other side Mount Etna are at only 40 km.

In short, Villa Molinum is where authentic features, modern comforts, superb surroundings and a strategic location unite to create a dreamlike atmosphere and let you live a holiday of wonder.

Villa Molinum has WiFi!

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are financially liable for any damage to the accommodation. || The property is rented exclusively to families. Exceptions on request.
Please dispose of your garbage during your stay according to the municipality rules. Do not leave garbage and unwashed dishes at your check-out.
Villa Molinum can host a maximum of 8 people. No additional guests can be accommodated.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Palazzolo Acreide

Located in Palazzolo Acreide, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cavagrande del Cassibile Nature Reserve and Anapo Valley, while Antonino Uccello House-Museum and Buscemi Paese Mueseo are cultural highlights. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking, horse riding and cycling.
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Palazzolo Acreide, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Corsino - 4 min drive
  • San Paolo Basilica - 5 min drive
  • Antonino Uccello House-Museum - 5 min drive
  • San Sebastiano Basilica - 6 min drive
  • Akrai Greek Theatre - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Priolo Melilli Station - 43 min drive
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pasticceria Corsino - 4 min drive
  • La Corte di Eolo - 4 min drive
  • Lo Scrigno dei Sapori - 6 min drive
  • La Taverna di Bacco - 6 min drive
  • Vecchio Molino - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique restored villa with private pool nestled in unspoiled valley located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Corsino, San Sebastiano Basilica and Antonino Uccello House-Museum. Church of San Michele and San Paolo Basilica are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Talfryn B.

Review for stay from 22 July 2023 to 07 August 2023
We had an incredible family holiday at the house, the location is absolutely unique and stunning. The pool, gardens and home are authentically and beautifully Sicilian. It’s a very special place to visit, you can walk in the countryside around the house, enjoy the local wildlife, sit in the gardens or go into the local city in 7/8 minutes (car). The local restaurant are incredibly good, there are many top class places to eat and enjoy a range of locally produced great food. We ended up with 3/4 favourite places to decide on every night. The city is also beautiful, a UNESCO location, with lots to do and see. Perhaps the best part of home is the hosts themselves, they are super kind , helpful and great people to meet. They had excellent tips of where to go, what restaurants to try and helped us when our son needed a doctor. We were looking forward to a great holiday and home, and it was even better than we expected!
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Review for stay from 06 April 2023 to 09 April 2023
Beautiful country home. Very quiet and tucked away from the main town, which is charming and off the beaten path. Mario and Rosella are fabulous hosts and are there to take care of anything that arises. Highly recommend and hope to return someday.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Review for stay from 14 September 2022 to 21 September 2022
This place is absolutely lovely. The highlight is the outdoor areas which are so beautiful and peaceful. The pool was larger than i think the pictures show and was kept beautifully clean. Great sunbeds and lots of sunny and shady areas around the pool. The house is large and has everything you need, a very sociable kitchen and cozy sitting room. Bedrooms are all large with lots of storage. Location wise, the house is at the bottom of a narrow road so our taxi asked us to walk up to the road to pick us up. It took 20-25 mins to walk in to the town for food and restaurants. I'd recommend hiring a car as it is a little out of town and there are beatiful areas to explore around. The hosts i can not speak highly enough about. Their communication was excellent and they went out of their way to make our stay wonderful. I would highly recommend this place for your holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Viktoria G.

Review for stay from 09 August 2022 to 18 August 2022
We had a fantastic time in the Villa. The property is beautifully restored the mill and the river makes the whole place unique. Palazollo Acreide is a nice little town with kind people. The only thing was a bit difficult for us is the little road that takes us down to the villa. It is narrow and steep, probably with a normal car is fine but we had a van which was not suitable for that road. Despite of that the place is great. The hosts Mario and Rosella are very nice people they made our stay very comfortable, also the first day when they saw that we are struggling with our van on the little road they guarded us the make us safe. The mill is fantastic, must see. Thank you so much for the lovely 10 days. I hope we can be back one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Review for stay from 11 July 2022 to 17 July 2022
We had a fantastic family stay at The Millers House. The comms with Giulia were clear and responsive at all times. The owners, Rosella and Mario, are absolute gems and were so welcoming and helpful. The meal Rosella and Mario organised, with Turi Chef and his wife Gisella, was magical - great food and service in a wonderful setting at the villa. A must-do experience! The house is an authentic Sicilian country villa, 300 years old and lovingly restored; its stone walls are 700mm thick and keep the villa cool at all times. The grounds and gardens are very private, and the pool area was perfect for lounge around, reading books or relaxing with a glass of wine. There are so many intimate areas in which to sit and enjoy the gardens. The nearby spring provides a lovely back-drop of running water, very soothing and calming. The town of Palazzolo Acreide is quite historic but not overrun by tourists. When we arrived, Rosella graciously took us around the local shops, and introduced us to locally-made cheese, meats, bread and arancini. What a culinary delight ! Overall, it was an amazing Sicilian villa experience and we will certainly come back again.

About the host

Hosted by Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

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We have been with Homeaway since 2006, proposing houses that are able to unfold Sicily's colours and charm at best.
Houses with quality furnishing in unique locations, with incredible views or with a pool, always accurately selected in order to satisfy our main wish: to see you falling in love with Sicily just like we did.
We provide you with transparent information and true pictures. What you see is exactly what you get. We will advise you as much as we can about travel info, transfers and car rental.

Dinners in villas and other extra services can also be arranged. Finally, our prices are final rates! There are no hidden additional costs. We are flexible with your arrivals and departures and if you need a late check-in this is usually possible.

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English, French, German, Italian, Dutch
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