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Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool

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Converted farmhouse villa with Private pool
Covered porch
winter garden for comfortable outdoor dining
Panoramic view of the garden with pool
Surrounding greenery

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Caltagirone, Sicily
  • Santa Maria of Monte Staircase
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bosco di Santo Pietro Nature Reserve
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bosco Santo Pietro Nature Reserve
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool

An old farmhouse transformed into a Mediterranean villa with delicate and welcoming furnishings, with a private swimming pool and large green areas reserved for pure relaxation.

Villa Madera is a bright six bedrooms villa with natural and restful tones gathered all around the 15m private pool. Five of the six bedrooms have an independent entrance from the garden and a private bathroom with shower. The sixth bedroom is on a mezzanine.
Immersed as it is in its 3 hectares of garden bordering a wood, the villa is the ideal place to recharge your batteries by breathing deeply the scents of Sicilian nature.

The very particular city of Caltagirone, with its baroque buildings, its famous tradition of ceramics, but also its restaurants and shops, is only 7 km away. At 40 km you will find the famous beaches of Ragusa. Archaeological sites of immense value, such as the Greek temples of Agrigento and the Roman Villa del Casale, the Baroque masterpieces in the Val di Noto, and natural wonders such as the Scala dei Turchi can all be reached between 30 and 90 minutes by car.

Renovated with eco-sustainable materials and technologies, Villa Madera is an oasis where you can meet up with your family by the pool, where you can reconcile with nature in an immense garden and where you can start to enjoy the art of a rich and extraordinary Sicilian past.

N.B. The owner lives in a cottage nearby the villa and it has 3 sweets dogs who do not bother their guests unless you would like to cuddle them. If you are afraid of animals please let us know and they will be kept inside during your stay.

N.B. On request, it is possible to add a single bed in two double bedrooms or a third single bed in the mezzanine.

- Beekeeping courses ( 2 people groups - about 90 minutes )
- Dinner in villa / Cooking classes

The private pool measures 15x5 m. It goes from 1.25 to 1.50 m deep and it is open all year round.

Within the property.

The following might be to be paid extra: Extra Cleaning, Pool towels, Tourist tax.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 is not permitted
You are financially liable for any damage to the accommodation. || The property is rented to families. Exceptions on request.
Try to be on time for your check-in (which is usually set at 4 PM) and please send a text message to the keyholder in case of delay. Thank you!
A Stay Tax of 1,50 € per person per night is due in cash upon arrival.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT087011B555MRW64N

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

Caltagirone

Located in Caltagirone, this villa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bosco di Santo Pietro Nature Reserve and Bosco Santo Pietro Nature Reserve, while Regional Museum of Ceramics and Museum of the Capuchin Fathers are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Caltagirone, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of San Giuliano - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Church of St. Peter - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Santa Maria of Monte Staircase - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Bosco di Santo Pietro Nature Reserve - 22 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Bosco Santo Pietro Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Caltagirone Station - 21 min drive
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Gelateria Rosticceria Self Service Raniolo & Youngs - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Scivoli - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Nonsolovino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Malvasia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aladdin - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Converted farmhouse, nestled in nature, with pool located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of Regional Museum of Ceramics, Caltagirone Public Garden and St. Francis Bridge. Church of San Francesco d'Assisi and Civic Museum at the Bourbon Prison are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manja/Josh S.

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

Relaxed at a beautiful location and house

We were a group of 9 adults aged 28+. The check in process was easy and communicating with the hosts was quick and clear. The place is even more beautiful than the pictures show. The hosts have 3 beautiful dogs. One of the dogs, Lily, is very comfortable around guests and super friendly. The AC was much needed during our time as we had a heat wave the week we were staying, the temperature was 38°C and more whilst we were there. The pool was perfect for those extremely hot days. There are plenty of communal places and the area is beautiful. We'd like to thank our hosts again for their hospitality and their patience with our terrible Italian.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thorge H.

Review for stay from 17 May 2024 to 24 May 2024

Wir waren mit 12 Freunden in der Unterkunft. Wir hatten eine unglaublich schöne Zeit. Es ist total abgeschottet. Man kann sich komplett frei fühlen. Man hört abgesehen von ein paar Tieren GAR NICHTS! Auf dem Grundstück leben Hunde. Wir kamen alle sehr gut mit den Hunden klar. Wenn man ein Problem mit Hunden hat, sollte man unbedingt vorher abklären, ob es eine Möglichkeit gibt, die Hunde vom Haus fernzuhalten. Wir können es nur empfehlen.
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia-Kathrin K.

Review for stay from 09 September 2023 to 23 September 2023

Carmelo und Antonio waren wirklich sehr gastfreundliche, serviceorientierte Gastgeber. Sie haben darauf geachtet, dass es uns an nichts fehlt. Und sie waren gleich zur Stelle, wenn wir etwas brauchten. Die Unterkunft ist wie beschrieben. Natürlich ist das Mobiliar nicht mehr neuwertig aber es ist in Ordnung. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Lilly - die Haushündin war immer bei uns und hat aufgepasst. Will - der große Wolfshund war auch ein guter Wachhund. Wer gegen Hunde allergisch ist, sollte darauf achten, dass Lilly gerne ins Haupthaus rein geht. Alles in allem war es ein sehr schöner Urlaub und der Pool ist einfach der Hammer! Wir kommen gerne wieder und möchten uns herzlich bei den Gastgebern für diesen tollen Service bedanken.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabien F.

Review for stay from 23 April 2023 to 30 April 2023

I highly recommend this amazing villa near Caltagirone, Sicily! With breathtaking views and warm hospitality, it's the perfect base for exploring the region. The large, well-maintained swimming pool was a standout feature, providing endless relaxation. Our accommodations were comfortable and clean, and the hosts' local knowledge greatly enhanced our stay. Don't miss out on this exceptional Sicilian experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Netta D.

Review for stay from 16 June 2023 to 21 June 2023

We really enjoyed ourselves, in this beautiful villa! The kitchen has everything you need and more. The rooms are comfortable, clean and decorated. The pool is big and fun. The landscaping and pots add a lot of color and interest. Lily the dog is charming and Romeo the cat is the real king! Highly recommended !
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10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Review for stay from 29 October 2022 to 06 November 2022

Maison parfaite pour en séjour en famille!!! La maison est bien équipée et le confort impeccable !!!
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10/10 Excellent

Annemiek H.

Review for stay from 17 September 2022 to 24 September 2022

Deze villa is een ideale plek om met een grote groep tot rust te komen. Een afgelegen plek met veel sfeer en charme. Alles wat je nodig hebt is aanwezig, zowel in de keuken als in de slaapkamers en badkamers. Het verblijf werd erg mooi opgeleverd en wij voelden ons gelijk welkom door bij aankomst een heerlijke risottobal en biertjes te krijgen. Ook kregen we alvast ontbijt voor de eerste dag, erg handig! De host is goed bereikbaar en vindt het leuk om mee te denken. Zo heeft Ninni voor ons pizza gehaald, omdat het ons niet lukte om in het Italiaans te bestellen. Kortom, een geslaagde week met een mega zwembad en een villa die ik iedereen kan aanbevelen! P.s. We gaan de lieve honden missen ;)
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8/10 Good

Lucy M.

Review for stay from 13 August 2022 to 20 August 2022

Great villa for a family retreat
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10/10 Excellent

Malte S.

Review for stay from 19 May 2022 to 26 May 2022

Wonderful place that I can 100% recommend. Beautiful setting in the middle of the countryside with a large pool, sun beds and cabanas in the middle of beautiful vegetation with rosemary and lavender bushes all over. The interior spaces are also beautiful, particularly the winter garden with cacti and plants. We stayed at the house with 9 people overall and had a great time. There‘s five rooms with separate entrances and bathrooms, so a great setting for a group of friends/multiple couples. Apart of the lovely outdoor, we particularly enjoyed the large and fully equipped kitchen in which we prepared food with 5-6 people simultaneously, at times. If needed, the internet connection is sufficient for occasional home office tasks, video calls did get a bit spotty at times. For us, the place was a perfect peaceful abode in the countryside - one should be aware of the distances to cities and sights, if planning to do more of a sight seeing trip, however (usually 1h-1h30min one way).
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10/10 Excellent

Ieva P.

Review for stay from 19 June 2022 to 26 June 2022

The stay at the villa was great. We had 9 adults and 3 kids staying (one 5year old and two toddlers) and they all loved it. The design of the villa is beautiful and there were plants everywhere. It truly felt like we were staying at a true Sicilian home. During our stay we managed to visit the most iconic cities in that region which were not that far away - max 1.5-2h drive. For wine and food lovers I would suggest to research local wineries and book tours. There are also a couple of Michelin star restaurants in the area. We also took the option to have a dinner at the villa, prepared by our lovely hosts.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Review for stay from 22 July 2022 to 29 July 2022

Villa Madera is a lovely spot in rural Sicily. The villa has everything needed for a group/large family stay. The rooms are well presented. Some are more spacious than others, but all have toilets and showers and comfortable beds with plenty of storage. The kitchen is very well equipped. It has everything you could need for self catering - fridges, freezer, kettle, stove, oven, loads of glasses, cutlery, crockery. The dishwasher and washing machine were also very useful. The outside area is wonderful. Great pool, sun beds, outdoor seating and dining. There is also a BBQ which we used a number of times. The villa was easy to access (about 1hr from Catania) and communication with Carmelo and Antonio was very easy. They were very welcoming hosts and sorted out any small problems we had very quickly. They also helped us to book tables and taxis and sold us some of their home produced honey, which was delicious! The villa is a few kilometres away from Caltagirone, which is a good sized Sicilian town. Very lovely, with lots of supermarkets, restaurants etc. Otherwise it is very secluded. It is a bit of a drive to see other towns, beaches, sites on the island, so be prepared for that. We were a group of 13, with three children. We would happily return!!
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10/10 Excellent

Elien H.

Review for stay from 09 July 2022 to 19 July 2022

The house was how you expect it to be, we had a really nice time and were happy with our stay here. As we had some children in our company they provided a chair and beds . The caretakers are really nice and helpfull. They helped us order some food and if there was something that broke down or that malfunctioned, they fixed it. We had a really nice stay, the only thing is that you'll have to know that you need a car to get around here, as most things are some distance away.
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8/10 Good

Bas N.

Review for stay from 24 April 2022 to 04 May 2022

Very nice location and friendly host!
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10/10 Excellent

Paolo C.

Review for stay from 16 April 2022 to 21 April 2022

Siamo stati con parenti e amici dai 3 agli 87 anni e sono rimasti TUTTI contenti e soddisfatti! il posto è confortevole, pulito, arredato con molto gusto. la cucina spaziosa è funzionale. insomma, non manca davvero niente! per una vacanza total relax...

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.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Dutch

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests