LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi - Marsala

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12 bedrooms12 bathroomsSleeps 26550 sq m

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Marsala, Sicily

Saline di Marsala
‪6 min drive‬
Riserva Naturale dello Stagnone
‪11 min drive‬
Mozia
‪11 min drive‬
Trapani (TPS-Vicenzo Florio)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 26)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 11

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 12

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

12 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 10

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 11

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 5

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi

This 17th century villa has been lovingly restored to reflect life as it was when it was built.

The villa consists of a central body 'ANTICA RESIDENZA 120 sqm', and 7 additional independent houses.

Through the vegetable garden, and orchard you have access to the houses. Each house has its own private kitchen, bathroom and outdoor area. All the rooms exude a Mediterranean atmosphere, a journey through the sensations and colours of Sicily. The interior has been restored with local natural materials and is furnished in traditional Sicilian country style, with items that show total respect for the history and background of things.

VILLA SALINARA is surrounded by nature and culture, and is a few steps from the sea. Time flows slowly, away from the increasing pace of the big cities. It is a place of indisputable charm, surrounded by thousands of colours from the salt pans at sunset, with rare pink flamingos that hover between the old windmills.

There are many typical eno-gastronomic products, the famous local wineries producing Marsala wine, Olive Oil “Nocellara of Belice”, the local sheep cheese, ricotta-filled cannoli from Dattilo, the popular cous cous with fish soup.
I invite you to take one of “Katia’s cooking classes”. I promise you'll laugh AND learn and eat some unforgettable food!

For those who love sports can enjoy sailing, windsurfing, kite surfing, horses and fishing.

Some of our first guests explained it best:
“An example of artistic and ethical recovery in Sicily on the edge of a nature reserve.”
“After we got up this morning, we went out with the bikes, we saw the sea, the vineyards and the windmills. So we decided this just might be the most beautiful place on earth”

Come to have a magical stay.

We will greet you and show you the essentials… and we are nearby and available by text should you need anything. We respect your privacy-this stay is for YOU!

Hot / cold Air Conditioning in every room
WI-FI in every room and outside
Hammock area
Organic vegetable garden available for free
Fruit tree available for free
Private parking
Free bikes

We are in the heart of Western Sicily, in a few kilometers you can reach Marsala (12 '), Trapani (30'), Erice (40 '), Mazara del Vallo (45'), Salemi (40 '), Segesta ( 40 '), Custonaci (50'), Selinunte (1 hour) Scopello (1h), Cave of Cusa (1h) and the historic boat to Mothia, only 10 ' by bike.
The white sandy beaches of Marsala (blue flag for many years).
Also the wonderful beach of San Vito lo Capo (45 ') with the Natural Preserve Lo Zingaro.
From the nearby port of Marsala in a few minutes you can reach the Egadi Islands, with Favignana (25 '), Levanzo (35') and the wild Marettimo (45 ').
A day in Sciacca and Agrigento with its magnificent Valley of Temples (100 ')

Property manager

Yumi & Adriano

Languages

English, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

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Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marsala

Located in Marsala, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Port of Trapani and Mozia Line Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Riserva Naturale dello Stagnone and Saline di Marsala. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marsala, Sicily

What's nearby

Saline di Marsala - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Riserva Naturale dello Stagnone - 11 min drive - 4.0 km
Mozia - 11 min drive - 4.0 km
Donnafugata Winery - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
Spiaggia di San Teodoro - 29 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Spagnuola Station - 5 min drive
Trapani (TPS-Vicenzo Florio) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪La trave - ‬5 min drive
‪Oasi Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Ristorante Bar da Saro - ‬12 min drive
‪Fior di Sale - ‬5 min drive
‪Bar Trapani Vincenzo - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LARGE HISTORICAL VILLA BETWEEN THE SEA COAST AND THE VINEYARDS - Wi-Fi located?

Situated by the ocean, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mozia Line Ferry, Ettore and Infersa Salt Museum and Saline di Marsala. Riserva Naturale dello Stagnone and Mozia are also within 3 miles (5 km). Spagnuola Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

23 May 2013

"Absolutely beautiful vil...

"Absolutely beautiful villa and location. I agree with all previous testimonials in regards to Yumi and Adriano. They was extremely helpful and friendly. The property was ideal for the children, they had plenty of space to play in the garden. The rooms was spacious, beautifully kept, spotlessly clean with everything you could possibly need for your holiday. Situated in a quiet area surrounded by fields and lemon trees and it is a short walk (about 10 minutes) into the sea. Much of the land is cultivated and Adriano generously leaves gifts of freshly picked fruit and vegetables. The centre of Marsala is about 15 min drive and there are plenty of good restaurants. Highly recommended. My family and I intend to return to Sicily in the future and I would stay in this villa again. Thank you!"

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

12 November 2012

"We''ve had an unforgetta...

"We''ve had an unforgettable summer in Villa Salinara. The house itself has a special, charming atmosphere. It''s clean and authentic. All the necessary amenities are in place - total comfort guaranteed. The surrounding is peaceful and green - plenty of space for children to play and feel safe. Hosts are very kind, interesting and intelligent people. Our flight was very late, but they agreed to meet us in the middle of the night and even took care about our breakfast. Moreover, they helped us to rent a car in Marsala, as our reservation was cancelled at the last moment. I would consider it as a perfect place to stay and feel the spirit of gorgeous Sicily! If you need any tips on nice places to see in the area, talk to Adriano, who knows very well his region and will be happy to tell you about it."

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Halifax, Canada

15 August 2022

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

The warmest of hospitality

Yumi & Adriano Were the most amazing hosts. Our entire group were made to feel so welcome and they both went over and beyond to help accommodate us during our stay. The Villa was not only comfortable but beautifully restored and stylish. We cannot thank Yumi & Adriano enough for all their outstanding hospitality. You truly are running a business not only based in passion but from your heart!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabine K.

4 August 2019

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

Kan anbefales!

Vi var en gruppe på 28 personer og hadde et superfint opphold på Salinara. Her er det rom for fellesskap og tilbaketrukkenhet. Veldig hyggelig og raus vertskap, flotte rom og uteanlegg. 26 personer, som annonsert, er nok en maks-grense siden hemsen over fellesrommet ikke var optimal som soveplass. Men det ordnet seg med noen feltsenger på et kjøkken... takk til husets utleiere som var løsningsorienterte og hjelpsomme.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yumi I.

27 March 2017

Quiet, chic and elegant Italian retreat.

La maison est comme dans les descriptions voire mieux. Le cadre est atypique, très très bien décoré et le jardin est le rêve de tout enfant. D'ailleurs dès le réveil du nôtre de 17 mois, il réclamait après les poules et les chats. Du coup balade dans un merveilleux jardin tout à fait approprié et sécurisé. La région de Marsala et Trapani est magnifique et la maison de Yumi et Adriano est le lieu pour se reposer entre les visites. Nous rêvons déjà d'y retourner. Merci pour tout.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Louise Cunningham

1 October 2014

Peaceful setting, relaxing stay at Villa Salinara

Our party of 4 adults stayed for 12 days at the beginning of September 2014 at Villa Salinara, near Marsala in the province of Trapani, Sicily. We stayed in two parts of the large house - the lovely Emporio of Grapes and the smaller and less fancy Aqua Santa house. The Emporio was impressive on arrival, Aqua Santa less so. One wall of Aqua Santa needed painting following some re plastering works but it provided a large airy room with a fantastic shower room. Emporio is stunning - being a former chapel it has a lovely high roof above a fantastic long dining table and comfy lounge area. It has a beautiful and practical kitchen. The fridge freezer clucks like a chicken which made us laugh but it was ample and an excellent place to store our grappa! The bathroom is a bit dark and would be nicer if painted a lighter colour. At first one can be forgiven for thinking some things here are a little basic - but as the cares of every day life fall away as you relax into your stay the simplicity of the accommodation and beauty of the stone, marble, tiles and wood around you helps to accelerate that feeling of chilling out and generally focussing on the simple sheer beauty of the place. The grounds are pretty and we loved using the outdoor barbecue area each night with bats flying low over the fig trees at dusk. There is a pretty secluded grassy area with hammocks under trees at the front of the property for a relaxing space too. Shan the Sri Lankan general tinkerer and odd job chap on site is lovely, bringing us fresh eggs from the resident hens most days . Ever helpful with directions and on hand to sort any issues around such as a loss of hot water to the shower sometimes! Immediately resolving things which was great. Adriano and Yumi the owners are also most helpful. Adriano gave us a good grounding in things to do and see in the area and their very helpful leaflet about the house and the surrounding area is fantastic. The restaurant recommendations good - especially La Pineta at Selinute which was a fantastic beach restaurant. Marsala was lovely and the fresh fish and produce market a must for the wonderful large barbecue in the garden that you just have to use. Roasted sea bream and courgettes do very nicely on it! And we would recommend amongst many other things a visit to Favignana, Egadi island. Take the ferry from Marsala, hire bikes and explore. If you are looking for a peaceful, simple and rejuvenating stay Vila Salinara is ideal.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ALFREDO C.

10 September 2014

Tutto perfetto!

Abbiamo trascorso una settimana splendida a Villa Salinara lo scorso mese di agosto. La villa è estremamente accogliente e buon curata, i padroni di casa sono stati molto gentili, sempre disponibili ed attenti ad ogni nostra richiesta/esigenza. Ci siamo sentiti in vacanza e a casa nello stesso tempo, ci siamo goduti il magnifico giardino davanti la nostra casa, ricco di alberi da frutto e piante di ogni tipo. Nono posso che consigliare a tutti di prenotare una vacanza a Villa Salinara. Per quanto mi riguarda spero di poterci tornare anche il prossimo anno!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Belinda D., Ottawa

30 May 2014

Absolutely gorgeous...

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. I was welcomed by Adriano and Yumi. The villa is full of beautiful details, it's spacious and my room had a very comfortable bed. Yumi prepared a delicious strawberries marmalade and Adriano was able to give me tips of where to go around Marsala. The best part about Villa Salinara is its location, a 5 min walk to the sea which has a small wooden bridge on the sand with clean blue waters and plenty of sun! This place is nice to stay and exactly as described! Sitting at the balcony and looking at the sun dawn into the see - face to face to Africa - great! Many household machines for cooking and washing, even a juicer, and also WiFi - perfect! We enjoyed to stay there and will come back another time! THANKS!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George S.

21 February 2014

This place was truly a gem.

We had a great stay at Villa Salinara. We were greeted with a beautifully illuminated villa, local wine, local bread, dry tomatoes, and instructions containing anything and everything we could possibly need in english. This place has the best of both worlds-the privacy and beauty of being in nature. If you're looking for a unique and memorable experience, this is the location for you. It was very clean, spacious and tastefully decorated with gorgeous authentic tiles and lovely old furniture. The bathrooms facilities were good (powerful hot shower) and having a kitchen was great. We didn't expect to cook much but actually ended up making food a couple of nights. There is a fantastic food shop close by and the tomatoes from the vegetable garden were incredible! Not to mention the lemons and the figs! Adriano is such a lovely person, he communicated well with us and picked us up from the airport, and went out of his way to help us to find the restaurant. Location is good if you don't want to be surrounded by tourists. We had a fantastic time and would recommend to all of our friends and family in Japan. Thank you Yumi and Adriano!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

29 November 2013

absolutely amazing

We spend one week in this beautiful apartment in June 2011. It was absolutely fabulous. This old traditional building is lovely reconstructed and decorated up to every detail! It has this lovely atmosphere of an rustic sicilian cottage. Yumi and Adriano were perfect hosts making us feel as their welcomed guests, they showed us around in the area and gave us tips where to go or where to buy what. We could pick vegetable from their organic garden, and we even had our own herbal garden next to the terrace. We enjoyed every minute we stay there! The cottage itself is situated in a quiet and non-tourist area, that allows to really feel in touch with the people, nature and environment. By using the bicycles that belong to the house, we were able to explore the surroundings and go to the nice places for dinner or for spending the daytime. We can absolutely recommend this place and would return, if we get the chance to go to Sicily once more!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George S.

14 October 2013

From Tokyo to Marsala with my big family

The villa inside had lots of space for the 14 of us and had everything we needed (hairdryer, bed linen, towels, etc.). The bed was especially comfortable and we could catch up on some sleep. We had some meals out and cooked some in the wonderful kitchen. There were also supplies of coffee, fresh eggs and lots of fresh vegetables from the vegetable garden. The dishwasher in the big kitchen meant we did not have to do much washing up which is great on holiday. There is a lot of space to relax outside - we had breakfast outside most mornings and lovely Sicilian wine in the evenings next to the fig tree. On one afternoon when we came back from the Marsala market with a lot of fresh products we had a gorgeous long lunch under the trees in the shade. And what a luxury to have such fresh figs to go with the local cheese :-) Yumi and Adriano also provided many leaflets, maps and brochures about the area and information about anything happening close by which was very useful. They were very hospitable, welcoming and friendly and even provided us with a gorgeous bowl of fresh fruit on our first morning. They were always on hand and happy to stop and chat or provide advice on good beaches or suitable outings. They never walked past us without a friendly greeting and really made us feel at home. It is a brilliant base from which to explore the area - we made trips to Erice, Trapani, Custonaci, Selinunte, Segesta, the Marsala beaches as well as the beaches between Torre San Teodoro and Birgi. The weather was spectacular! We especially loved Marsala being so close - such a gorgeous town with lots of photographic opportunities, wonderful fish market, friendly people, great shops, lots of opportunities to wander, explore and have coffee. And we were bowled over at the reasonable prices - you certainly cannot sit down in Tokyo, have two coffees in such amazing surroundings and pay just two euros. A week was too short and we wish we could have stayed longer. There were lots of places left to explore so we will have to come back... Thanks very much to Yumi and Adriano for making our stay such a pleasant one, we loved the villa and after having driven past many other decided this one was the prettiest!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David C.

7 August 2013

Simply great...

I've been home for a couple of days now but Sicily still comes to me in my dreams. Saturated technicolor visions of beauty and simplicity accompanied by the scent of oranges. I can still feel the tranquility and serenity imbued by this little marvel of understated perfection. One can could say that Andriano's and Yumi's sense of "sprezzatura" creates a holistic environment fit for books and fantasies. Great hosts. Great location. Great food. Great wine. Great lifestyle Simply great. Our heartfelt and sincere best wishes goes out to Adriando, Yumi and Family. Hope to see you in Stockholm come wintertime!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David C.

1 July 2013

Memorable fruits and vegetables without chemicals

We had a fabulous week staying in Villa Salinara. Having read some of the reviews I was a little nervous about finding the house and circumnavigating Marsala however Yumi's instructions we had no problems and arrived early. Adriano welcomed us and even showed us their synergistic vegetable garden where they grow fruits and vegetables without chemicals and gave us lots of vegetables to use. The welcome pack as the local wine, local olive oil, local salt and dry tomatoes were a lovely touch and much appreciated. The property is a joy to look at but also to stay in, with a unique interior. Whilst the structure is historic there are no compromises on the facilities that are provided with tasteful sicilian furniture, good storage and an incredibly well stocked kitchen with enough crockery and glasses to serve the most extended family. Although outside it was very hot, the villa was cool. The wifi worked well... We enjoyed the external area in front of the property and had a number of barbeques with the grill provided. We went running in the evening and didn't meet a soul. Marsala was very quiet in the evenings, with real charm and excellent restaurants tucked away along narrow streets. Good café selling ice creams and informal restaurants selling good pizza. We hired a car and therefore had trips to the beachs (Torre San Teodoro, Custonaci, Marsala and Selinunte-a must) as well as Trapani and Erice, which were spectacular. We could have wandered around the latter all day. We'd like to thank Yumi and Adriano for a memorable stay and recommend staying in this property to everyone that is going to visit Sicily.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

skirmante vaitkute

22 June 2013

Villa SALINARA is a beaut...

Villa SALINARA is a beautiful and authentic setting. Its made with love and attention to every detail. Apartments are very cozy, beds are comfortable, bathrooms are very stylish and made with exceptional taste. The area of Marasala and Mozia makes you feel quite far away from the touristic path, very relaxing and out of this world. Hosts Yumi and Adriano are very responsive, very friendly and pleasant. They have informed us about everything: places to see, good dining options. Go there if you wish to experience a different Sicily, if you wish to stay in a very authentic house. I am not sure if SALINARA is the best choice for families with small children, but it's absolutely perfect for romatic vacation. Go there!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

9 June 2013

We can honestly say that ...

We can honestly say that this was one of the most beautiful places we have stayed at. The pictures are wonderful but you must see it in person, it will take your breath away. We really enjoyed the private, calm and charming atmosphere, the loving interiour and the special room experience next to the stone walls. The area is quite and prefect if you need a get-a-away. As Yumi suggested you do need a car to get around but they are very affordable. There are excellent beaches and attractions around! Yumi arranged for us some refreshment when we arrived witch we appreciated a lot, was really helpful and guided us through the best restaurants of the area. Next time we will make sure to book well in advance so we can stay for longer. Definitely stay at this villa to enjoy serenity, beauty and wondrous hospitality. Thank You! MT and Family

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

14 May 2013

AWESOME. We fell in love with Villa Salinara!

We had a wonderfull stay in Villa Salinara, a nice historic villa in typical sicilian farm style. Yumi and Adriano welcomed us warmly and were very helpfull. They gave us some very interesting tips of where to go and what to see. So we discovered a lot in this area of Sicily, food and wine, art, culture, history, really nice beaches and good times. We were here in March, and I can assure you, everything was green and I have never seen such an abundance of wild flowers everywhere, what a lovely sight! I can not forget the wonderful aroma of jasmine in the garden and all the herbs, mint, basil, rosemary, wild fennel, origanum and thyme. The house was very clean and we had enough space inside and outside. The kitchen has been beautifully restored resembling the old times, all the walls have been covered with a big patchwork of typical antique ceramic tiles. The time spent at the villa was the best... It was a succesfull stay in Marsala. We highly recommend to all those who plan to go to Sicily to visit Villa Salinara. Thank you Yumi and Adriano.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

1 March 2013

"We spent 7 days in Villa...

"We spent 7 days in Villa Salinara in March and wholeheartedly recommend this place! We chose to go to Sicily and Marsala because we fell in love with Villa Salinara. Yumi and Adriano welcomed us warmly and Adriano took the time to explain us everything about this part of Sicily, such as archeological sites, natural reserves, the most wonderful beaches and restaurants to try. He and his assistant even carried us around the village to show us everything that could be necessary during our stay. Yumi and Adriano renovated and furnished this antique house with expertise and a wonderful attention for details. Each apartment has it''s very own charme and it is very nice to go around and discover all those little details. We found that a car was quite necessary in order to benefit from the nicest places around (Zingaro Park, the vivid town of Marsala, the greek temples of Selinunte or Segesta, etc.) and also to reach the really nice sandy beaches. All in all, this vacation was an anamazing experience that we warmly recommend to anybody who value a very special ''ambiente'', wonderful nature, historic sites, good food and very open minded hosts. Thank you, Yumi and Adriano! L & K"

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

9 October 2012

WATERCOLOR JOURNALING IN SICILY

Can't believe tomorrow is my last day. It has been such a wonderful experience. Not just the art instruction, but making friends with 6 incredible, diverse, delightful women. Many mornings I have gone for a walk at dawn, which has given me some incredible sunrises. The road by our villa winds through vineyards, olive farms and gardens. Leaving, I can go either way to the sea, or I can go out the back alley directly to the sea. There is such an unfamiliar beauty in the smell of the sea, of mint, and a wonderful scented lily that blooms at night; the rocky soil, the sandstone, stuccoed villas or groves of prickly pear cactus abundant with fruit. But there is such a comforting familiarity (and my siblings will appreciate this most) the weeds in the alley are the same as those in Baker, Virginia creeper grows over tumble-down barns, the sheds have every sort of salvaged building material stacked up in case one might need it. Things are repaired with "chewing gum and bailing wire". It is hard scrabble farm life, but with such hope and dignity. It brings back childhood memories. We've gotten to know some of Adriano and Yumi's friends and they have all been so welcoming and gracious. We've been to a medieval farm village which has a few residents living a very simple life, swam at an isolated marble beach, visited Greek ruins, the local salt flats complete with windmills, and an ancient hilltop town, painting everywhere. It has been wonderful! Love, MK

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10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

5 September 2012

Excellent location. Just the place to be!

Firstly we would like to thank Yumi & Adriano for creating such a wonderful and unique escape that has everything you could possibly need, and then more, so much more. From the moment we arrived at Salinara, it was evident that the property was special. The care and devotion that Yumi & Adriano have taken to restore the villa is evident throughout the villa. The outdoors is amazing, the olive trees, herbs, vegetable garden full of fresh tomatoes and flowers throughout the gardens are fantastic. The owners invited us to pick the figs from the trees, delicious! On arrival we met up with Yumi who was so lovely, and was happy to answer any questions and give us advice about the area. You can tell she has a love for the property and it shines through, making the arrival even more welcoming. Freshly baked bread was tasty and soft, and as we'd arrived late in the evening we quickly set about slicing it to go with some salami and cheese, and of course a bottle of good wine! This was our first experience with a holiday rental, and I would say that this should be a role model in how rentals should be managed and organised. We fell in love with the villa and the whole area, the natural preserve with the windmills, the archeology in Mozia, the food, the wine, the salt production and the beautiful sandy beaches just a few kilometers. With very little Italian, we managed well everywhere. The people here are much friendlier than in some other more crowded areas of Northern Italy. We alternated between relaxing and enjoying the fantastic nearby beaches and visiting towns in the area. In particular we fell in love with Marsala which is a must see. I cannot believe this area is not full of tourists from all over the world, I have a feeling in the future it will be! So do yourself a favour and go there now whilst you can still have the feeling of discovering a new and wonderful part of Italy. The welcome basket was a really great touch as well... Thanks guys!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ellen k.

5 September 2012

A Hidden Gem! This reall...

A Hidden Gem! This really is a beautiful relaxing Villa with everything you could possibly want. Our stay was brilliant from start to finish, with a lovely welcome pack including fresh flowers, food, olives, wine etc to the well stocked kitchen and utility room, to the beautiful decor and relaxing outside. The location is fantastic, just a 15min drive to the beautiful Marsala with its lovely restaurants. Additional benefits are the 10 mins from the amazing sandy beaches...." What a wonderful introduction to this fabulous region! Great villa, very close to some wonderful towns and cities (Trapani) all very atmospheric. We had a very relaxing time and our three children were in heaven. No that's a mistake, we all were! Excellent attention to detail by the extremely friendly and helpful owners (Yumi and Adriano) and staff. XXXXX 5 stars from all of us.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renaud F.

22 May 2012

"Très beau séjour dans un...

"Très beau séjour dans une magnifique maison superbement restaurée. Propriétaires très sympathiques et attentionnés. Nous recommandons vivement cette adresse."

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10/10 Excellent

Dinamite B.

9 May 2012

"We''ve been so pleased o...

"We''ve been so pleased of our stay at salinara house. The stay was from 21th april to 30th. We were a group o 9 lodged in tha main villa and Spezie house. It was a good and charming step back in time. very Cosy and very authentic, that''s what the house feels like. the garden is a little eden where to rest mind and body. No tv, no radio, just the sound of the wind and of children playing. Heaven Adriano and Yumi and their helper Mangi always careful to make you feel at home, to give you the right advices. I cant'' help feeling nostalgic about those days. Hope to be there again soon. "

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10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

8 February 2012

Romantic, Rustic and Beautiful

My boyfriend and I spent a week at Villa Salinara in September 2011. We rented the Poet House, which is exactly as it looks in the photos. We absolutely loved the accommodation and our outside seating area under the grape vines where we'd have dinner and drink wine in the evenings. The owners Adriano and Yumi were so helpful - picking us up on our first night when we couldn't find the villa, advising us on the route to take on the second week of our trip (we spent a week on the east coast of Sicily as well) and even booking accommodation for us with a friend. The day we went out on Adriano's sail boat was a highlight of the whole holiday and a memory we will always treasure. The setting of the Villa in the countryside is picturesque and secluded. The windmills and salt flats nearby made beautiful photographs. The Villa made a perfect base to explore this area of Sicily and I recommend arranging a hire care for the duration of your stay. The only element lacking in this part of our holiday were nearby beaches - there weren't any. I recommend Villa Salinara as a perfect place to stay in this area of Sicily and a week was just the right amount of time to relax there before moving on to other parts of the island. Thank you to our wonderful hosts - we still use Adriano's phrases to describe places we go, 'touristic', 'not interesting', 'sad', 'incredible'.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marve S., In village, countryside

15 November 2011

Magnificent vacation

Our family with grandmother and three daughters (13,10 and 7) spent magnificent vacation in villa Salinara at the end of October. It`s perfect time for people from North Europe to be in Sicily. It`s like our best summertime and other tourists are not many. Villa Salinara is very autentic place. It situated near Marsala town, but it is countryside with wineyards and olive trees. Very quiet and silent area. The house has been restored with good taste and used reused materials.Now I can differentiate what kind of tiles are hundred or two hundred years old. We spent a lot of time in villa. We desided not to rent the car this time. The nearest supermarket and fishrestaurant are both about 2 km and the beach was about 1 km. It was not difficult to walk for anybody. But if you want to see the sights and nearest towns, the car is necessary, because there is no public transport near the villa. The owner Adriano and housekeeper Manju are both very helpful and gived us good advises. It was perfect to have dinner (pasta fresco) in the villa`s big garden. It was quiet, warm and cicadas were in the background. What else can you wish? Thank you again Adriano with family and Manju! Marve & Co

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ellen k.

10 November 2011

This is definitely the best !

We were in touch with Yumi ahead of time, and she was incredibly helpful in organizing our complicated reservation arrangement (six nights booked by three different people from the same group!). She met us in town for a coffee and take us to the villa. The villa is adorable, the attention to detail, the rustic charm, the incredible garden with a veritable orchard at our disposal - figs, pears, grapes, almonds, lettuce, tomatoes, peaches, zucchini, fresh eggs, etc. all kindly provided by the host. Adriano brought us local wine and house made marmalade... Above all Yumi and Adriano will always have a special place in our hearts. We have rented many villas in the world. This is definitely the best!

About the host

Hosted by Yumi & Adriano

I'm Japanese.
I have lived all my life in Tokyo, then one day I decided to go and live in Italy.
The first time I was in Sicily I fell in love at first sight of this wonderful land...

I believe in what Goethe saying. 'You have to come here, to Sicily, in order to understand Italy.'

My husband is an Italian and we have 2 beautiful children.

My villa is held with love and Japanese precision, decorated with an authentic Italian/Sicilian style.

The villa was supposed to be used only by our family and friends, but one of those friends told us about HomeAway. We went to check it out, and we have decided to try it. When free, we are opening up the apartment for short rentals. We are doing this for the fun of it - we have always liked to host - and for the spirit of the site of getting people together, enjoying this kind of experiences that makes travelling so much more interesting.

We have a passion for organic gardening, living more sustainably, sea and travel with our sailing boat...

Thank you for reading our profile and hope to see you soon in Sicily!

Yumi

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