Raggiosa

Welcome to Raggiosa, a luxury 5-bedroom villa located near Palermo in Sicily.

This home will be a base for you and your guests, from which you can explore all the exceptional island of Sicily offers. From extraordinary beaches and charming towns, this island has everything you could wish for and more.

This property is located just a short drive from Palermo, the island’s capital city. Mondello is less than 7 miles from Palermo, and its beach is a long stretch of white sand surrounded by crystal-clear waters. The city is abounding in a rich history and spectacular views. There are so many things to see and do in Palermo.

Villa Raggiosa was built in Mondello at the beginning of the 1900s. It is a beautiful property featuring a rustic appeal while also boasting modern amenities, making it a perfect vacation home for you and your guests.

This magnificent villa reflects the owner’s wishes to offer guests a welcoming and tranquil atmosphere. The spaces were renovated with respect to the past and are functional yet elegant and comfortable. The preserved Liberty architectural details are abundant throughout the property, from the flower motifs, ceramic tiles design, the iron handrail of the stairs, the moldings, and stuccoes, to the colored glass windows.

The property is designed to the highest standard of comfort and luxury. The large windows maximize the light in the property, creating airy and bright spaces. Natural light streams through the windows into the well-appointed living area, the adjacent dining area, and the kitchen.

This property is perfect for lovers of those and for guests looking to embrace the wonderful culture the island offers. Mondello boasts a variety of activities and attractions, something for all guests to enjoy. Enjoy water sports in the shimmering sea, perfect for building up an appetite that you can quench in one of the marvelous restaurants in the area. Villa Raggiosa is a perfect place to rest and relax. Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to read or you wish to spend time with loved ones, you can do it all here.

This property is nestled in lovely manicured gardens and is shadowed by the large ancient Mediterranean trees. This is ideal for those extra-long, hot summer days as the trees provide the much sought-after shade. The villa’s outdoor area also features a private pool that boasts easy access by steps. The pool is perfect for refreshing dips before laying out under the warm Italian sun. Finally, there is an outdoor dining table, perfect for alfresco dining as you watch the sun settles into the horizon, and the stars begin to fill the sky.

Sicily has so much to offer visitors to this magical island. Its tumultuous past has left behind an incredible array of history and architecture to explore. Allowing our concierge service to organize a private tour around some of the most notable archeological sites, including Agrigento's Valley of Temples and Heraclea Minoa, is for sure one of the best things to do in Italy for history buffs.

Lovers of food and wine will be impressed by the excellent products to be found here. Menfi is one of the most notable wine-growing regions on the island. Here you can find nature, art, history, and good vino all in one place. Between exceptional cuisine, beautiful towns, and unspoiled countryside, Sicily is a vacation spot you will unlikely forget.

FEATURES:
• Ocean View
• Dedicated Parking Space
• Child Friendly
• Air Conditioned
• Beach
• Near the ocean
• Town
• Maid service
• Private Entrance
• Air Conditioning
• Al fresco dining
• Stereo
• Wi-Fi
• Beach Towels
• Fireplace
• Washer
• Seaview
• Outdoor Pool
• Smart TV
• Sleeps x 10
• En-suite
• Queen x 5
• Bath x 1
• Shower x 4
• Hair Dryer
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Walking
• Restaurants
• Shops
• Nature
• Small Local Food Shop x 1

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:
Main Villa:
Ground floor:
Bedroom 1: Queen bedroom with direct access to garden, ensuite bathroom with tub/shower
Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom with direct access to garden, ensuite bathroom with double shower

First floor:
Bedroom 3: Queen bedroom with terrace and sea view, ensuite bathroom with tub

Annex:
First floor:
Bedroom 4: Queen bedroom with terrace, ensuite bathroom with shower

Ground floor:
Bedroom 5: Queen bedroom with direct access to the garden and ensuite bathroom with shower

All bedrooms have air conditioning; all bathrooms are provided with hair dryers.

AMENITIES:
• Central A/C
• Unlimited Wi-Fi
• Smart large sat TVs with Netflix
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine
• Fireplace
• Hairdryers
• Safe
• Stereo system
• Private swimming pool (10m x 5m x 2m/1.20m) with outdoor shower
• Private parking

INCLUDED WITH RATE:
• All Utilities and final cleaning
• Daily Housekeeping service 6d/week (Tue off)
• Daily Breakfast set-up service (Tue off)
• Mid-week change of bed/bath/pool linen.
• Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access
• Full gardening and pool cleaning service

NOT INCLUDED IN THE RATE:
• Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the villa management and in-house staff will provide the services.
• Pre-stocking pantry
• Cost of food and beverages

NOTES:
• Security Deposit: € 3000 to be held at the agency.
• Non-smoking villa
• No pets allowed.
• The pool opens from 6/1 to 10/20/2023.
• The Italian government might require the payment of a Visitor’s Tax (approximately €1.50 – €5.00 per person, per day, depending on the location) which may be applied for the first seven days at the destination. This tax is payable locally in Euro cash.
• Check-in: between 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
• All services must be paid locally before departure unless otherwise arranged.

LOCATION:
The island of Sicily offers numerous beautiful places and attractions to visit daily. You are spoilt for choice. From beautiful beaches and stunning vistas, you won’t want to leave this Italian paradise. In the northern area, you might want to include Palermo, Monreale, Cefalù, Castelbuono, Erice, Segesta, Marsala, and Trapani on your must-see list. The island's eastern coast is also worth exploring, starting from the famous cities of Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, Noto, and Ragusa and Mt. Etna's utterly unique volcanic peak.

The mountainous hinterland of the island is home to many spectacular walks providing incredible views of the surrounding azure ocean. Scaling the impressive Mt Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe is one of the most exciting things to do in Italy. History buffs will be astounded at the vast range of architecture and ruins to be found in Sicily due to its storied past. Agrigento’s Valle dei Templi, a UNESCO-protected site of ancient Greek ruins, and Piazza Armerina’s Villa Romana della Castale, a fourth-century Roman villa with detailed mosaics, are both well worth a visit. However, during any drive along the island's remarkable coast, you are bound to come across several castles, churches, coastal towers, or fortresses.