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A perfect place to relax in the countryside with sea views and organic garden

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cefalù, Sicily
  • Madonie Regional Natural Park
    1 min walk
  • Salita Saraceno Staircase
    10 min drive
  • Trattoria Pizzeria Chian'a Chiesa
    16 min walk
  • Castelbuono Station
    11 min drive

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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (29)
The price is NZ$485
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includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About the area

Cefalù

Located in Cefalù, this villa is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Madonie Regional Natural Park and Salita Saraceno Staircase. .This family-friendly villa is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Caldura Beach and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Spiaggia di Santa Maria.
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What's nearby

  • Rocca of Cefalu - 11 min drive
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 11 min drive
  • Temple of Diana - 11 min drive
  • Caldura Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cefalu Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Castelbuono Station - 11 min drive
  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Sasá Ristorante Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tatiana Melfa Bakery Garden - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Triscele - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ti Vitti - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jureka | Coctail Bar | Typical Food - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A perfect place to relax in the countryside with sea views and organic garden

A perfect place to relax, enjoy the countryside whilst appreciating the sensational views towards the sea from every angle of the house. Superb surroundings with large terrace, olive grove, fruit trees and own organic vegetable garden. Great location for families or couple who like a large outdoor area where they are able to sit, relax and for children to play. There is air-conditioning in all the rooms.
Interior: on the ground floor there's the lounge area with fireplace, kitchen/dining, 2 double/twin bedroom and 2 bathrooms. On the first floor there's a large double bedroom, small sitting area and bathroom. All rooms have flyscreens.
Exterior: outside kitchen with old style wood oven with table and chairs. Extensive outdoor area with ample place to park.


Sensational surroundings: Located only 1.5kms from the village of Sant'Ambrogio where one can shop at the minimarket, eat at the Pizzeria or seafood restaurant that is located in the centre of the village. The pebbly/sandy beach of Sant'Ambrogio is 2 kms from the house, there's free or paid parking nearby or you can park your car in the village and walk via the steps that lead to the beach (need to cross-over the SS113).

Village of Sant'Ambrogio : The enchanting village of Sant‘Ambrogio, 5kms from the picturesque old fishing town of Cefalú on Sicily’s northern Mediterranean coastline. Sant’Ambrogio is a haven of tranquillity. The village has all you need for everyday life and offers the best of the region’s mountains, sea and culture. Enjoy eating at the family run restaurants in the town’s small piazza and experience the authentic Sicilian way of life.

From Sant’Ambrogio you can easily reach many of the region’s most attractive areas including the beach (100 metres), the bustling city of Palermo (40 minutes by car), the spectacular Aeolian Islands (2 hours by boat) and the Park of the Madonie Mountains. You can explore the ancient fortresses or enjoy a show in the open air amphitheatre in the authentic hill top village of Pollina 700m above sea level. Or just relax and soak up the character of this lovely Sicilian village.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Carmelina Ricciardello

Languages

English, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT082027C2N2CVXP7M

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 information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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A perfect place to relax in the countryside with sea views and organic garden Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 44 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Lovely house, great views and exceptional attention to details.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J., Dawesville, Western Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Hideaway
A beautiful villa with plenty of room for six adults, we enjoyed our stay at Deodata. Impeccably clean with plenty of supplies we were happy to relax and enjoy the view. We especially loved the pool, essential after the walk back up the hill from Sant’ Ambrogio. The garden provided fruit and vegetables and we even fired up the pizza oven. A very special Sicilian stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
We had a wonderful week at this villa and would definitely recommend it! The highlight is the amazing view and lovely pool. The interior of the villa was spotlessly clean, comfortable and spacious. The kitchen was very well equipped and we enjoyed using the outdoor kitchen and bbq as well. We picked vegetables from the garden which was an added bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation with activities nearby if desired.
The villa was beautiful and the views from the garden stunning. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Peter and Carmelina were extremely welcoming and allowed us to totally make the villa our home for the 2 weeks. When we had any questions they were always quick to respond and extremely helpful - we could have not wished for better hosts. Their local knowledge was also very valuable. After we left they even took one of our sons and his girlfriend to the railway station!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiera B., Arlington, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Tranquility
We couldn't have chosen a more beautiful property than Villa Deodata. Peter and Carmelina have created an exceptional home and were exceptional hosts. The location, slightly above the cute little town of Sant'Ambrogio, and near the busier town of Cefalu was perfect. The views were phenomenal and my favorite thing everyday was eating breakfast out by the pool and looking at La Rocca in Cefalu and the Tyrrhenian Sea. The care and attention to details in the house and the garden are wonderful. We didn't get to meet Carmelina, but Peter met us and showed us around the property and was quick to respond to our questions. Carmelina created a wonderful and thoughtful binder of information regarding the area and we used it a lot to determine outings. We were sorry to leave this wonderful house and hope we can return in the future. Thank you, Peter and Carmelina, for your warm welcome and letting us stay in your lovely home.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna F., Liphook, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hillside Location With Glorious Views
The villa is in an absolutely beautiful spot up in the hills above Cefalu and the views from the villa are spectacular. It is in a peaceful setting surrounded by a large private colourful garden. The villa has everything you need for a great holiday. It is a short drive or 35 min walk to the lovely village of Sant'Ambrogio where there is a great choice of small friendly places to eat. Try the cookery course by Chef Ambrogio at his restaurant there, Osteria Baccus - he is a delightful character and a great chef. It is only a 15 min drive to Cefalu, a beautiful old town which has something for everyone - beach, bars - lively and quiet, and loads of different eateries to suit all budgets. Palermo is an hour away by car and a great city to visit -despite the hairy driving! We were very unlucky with the weather even for May, but the fact we all loved it despite that, is a great testament. Our host, Peter could not have been more helpful and was available anytime. We would definitely return even at this time of year again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill G., Brattleboro

Liked: Cleanliness
A fabulous vacation.
A lovely villa, impeccably clean, beautifully appointed and equipped. Peter and Carmelina were excellent hosts, always available and helpful. Small village of San Ambrosio was friendly and welcoming. One of the best rentals we've ever had and we've done a lot of traveling.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at this beautiful villa close to Cefalù
We loved our stay at this beautiful villa. The views are spectacular, and it has a lovely property and outdoor spaces. We also loved the interior — it's beautifully decorated and well appointed. We cooked several meals in and made great use of the well-equipped kitchens (both indoor and outdoor). Carmelina and Peter were extremely responsive. They lined up Gainfranco to cook for us one night...it was a highlight of our trip — the meal was delicious, and we had lots of leftovers for the following night! Thank you for being such wonderful hosts, Carmelina and Peter. We would love to return one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb views and great house
This is a fantastic house with most amazing views. Our host, Peter, couldn’t have been more welcoming - meeting us at 1am after our flight was delayed and providing us with some groceries and home baked bread. It was the following morning before we could appreciate the stunning views from the garden and infinity pool - topped off by an amazing sunset that evening. I can’t speak more highly of this wonderful gem overlooking Cefalu - exceeded my expectations. I hope I get a chance to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous family villa
This was a perfect place for our family holiday, amazing villa, everything we needed. The view from the pool is amazing. We even made pizza in the outside pizza oven. Peter the host looked after us very well, Be aware that you need a car for everything here, the village is too far & steep hill to walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
Perfect location, views of Cefalu, great layout of house (inside and outside), and most importantly a great pool where all my kids could stand. Great experience and good kitchen to cook. Out back is a garden (tomatoes, basil, thyme, lemon tree, etc) that we picked and used for our meals. The host was quick and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A view to die for
We stayed at Villa Deodata in April 2022 and had the most wonderful, relaxing week. Peter was an outstanding host who was helpful and accommodating and made us feel very much at home from the outset. The first thing that strikes you on staying at this wonderful villa is the breathtaking view. The infinity pool perfectly complemented the setting. The villa is beautifully equipped throughout, with everything you could possibly need for your stay: sizable high spec bathrooms and large spacious bedrooms, outside seating with pizza oven and BBQ. If you're there in cooler months there is a fire place in the lounge which is the perfect accompaniment to a glass of wine in the evening. The garden room at the rear of the villa boasts the amazing view and is a great space to eat and relax any time of the day. We thoroughly recommend this beautiful villa, so if you wish to unwind and relax in a peaceful setting, this is the villa for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views to remember!
This property was very well appointed with all of the kitchen items we would need as well as comfortable beds, bedding and towels. We especially enjoyed the dinning area with its wrap around seating to enjoy all the changing weather patterns and gorgeous Mediterranean. Power went out one night and help was quick in coming. The grounds were so beautiful and we were able to enjoy home grown tomatoes from the garden. We will always remember our first visit to Sicily and this lovely, welcoming villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
See below
I thought it was a bit overpriced. Great view but a little sparse in the interior furnishings and kitchen equipment

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Villa!
It is a fantastic property with an amazing view - everything that you could possibly want for a fabulous holiday! It is very well appointed - the owners have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and are very hospitable. We can't fault it and had a completely wonderful 2 weeks stay - didn't want to leave! Susan S
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Great property with the best view we have experienced anywhere! The owners Carmelina and Peter really care about their clients and do everything possible to help.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

George W., A small Ranch in Brazoria County, Texas

Best stay ever!
The home was perfect in every way, and had a world class view. However what made this trip even better were the owner, Carmellina and her partner Peter. They take such good care of you without being intrusive in any way. They know all the sights and restaurants in the whole area. My advice is if you can, book this home without delay. You will be happy you did.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

James C.

A Beautiful Vacation Destination
Villa Deodata is a wonderful place to visit. It is perched above the lovely, small town Sant Ambrosio, a short drive to the must-see Cefalu. Villa Deodata is equipped with all the amenities one would need, including its own pool. It is a comfortable home that my wife and I could have remained for months. Carmelina was flexible and communicative, and Peter was most helpful with directions, interesting facts about the area, and hints of where to eat and visit. My rating is five stars, and if I could, I would give it an additional five.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The Villa is beautiful!
We loved the Villa! The views are amazing! The town of Sant’ Ambrogio is charming! Carmelina’s book of information on the area was amazing and enhanced our stay! Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

No other view will ever match this one
Staying at Carmellina’s beautiful house in Sant’ Ambroggio was the best vacation-rental we have ever experienced. The view of course is stunning- but the house, the interior and all the trees and flowers outside show just what good taste Carmellina has! We were 2 families with kids and the house fit us perfectly- one family in an upstairs section with our own bathroom (and terrace with an amazing view) and one family downstairs in their own section also. Sant’ Ambroggio is a very cute small village- we recommend the restaurant by the beggining og the village, when you drive up the mountain. Cefalu was also very close with lots of charm, restaurants, and we did a bit of shopping there as well. And if the pool by the house is not enough- the beach in Cefalu is also very nice with beautiful clear water. We also rented a boat in the harbour of Cefalu (a type with no licens required) and took 4 hours along the beautiful coast and made several stops on the way, jumping from the boat and swimming in the crystal clear water. Carmellina and Peter were very sweet and helpful all the way through! We could have stayed for several more weeks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Nira S.

gorgeous views, lovely home and helpful host
We celebrated our son's birthday here and it was wonderful. Sicily is one of the most beautiful places in Europe and Cefalu the best base for exploring the island. We picked lemons from the tree on the property and used the host's very tasty olive oil all while watching the sunset each evening. The grill and pizza oven were the icing on the cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Auszeit mit Freunden
Es hätte nicht besser sein können. Wir haben dieses wunderschöne Haus sehr genossen. Das Anwesen ist ein Traum
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa mit traumhafter Aussicht
Wir haben uns in der Villa und auf dem großzügigen Grundstück mit eigenem Garten und absoluter Privatsphäre überaus wohl gefühlt. Die Aussicht auf das Meer, den Felsen von Cefalù und die bewaldeten Berge hat uns sehr beeindruckt. Das gesamte Anwesen, einschließlich des großen Infinity-Pools war ausgezeichnet gepflegt. Das Haus ist landestypisch eingerichtet, war überdurchschnittlich sauber und mit allem Nötigen ausgestattet. Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich und gut erreichbar. Wir empfehlen die Villa uneingeschränkt weiter und bedanken uns für die schöne Zeit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sigrid B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhaftes Ferienhaus mit einem fantastischen Blick auf die Bucht
Wir waren eine Woche in diesem sehr schönen Ferienhaus mit unseren erwachsenen Töchtern. Es fiel uns schwer, das Haus überhaupt zu verlassen für Ausflüge, weil wir uns so wohl gefühlt hatten. Dieser Ausblick, das Anwesen sind ein Traum. Die Ausstattung in der Küche war super- man musste nichts kaufen für die Grundausstattung. Wir würden wieder kommen.Sizilien hat uns gecatcht.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Einfach wunderbar
Èin wunderschönes Anwesen im Hinterland von Cefaú. Die Aussicht auf die Küste und Cefalú ist atemberaubend. Das Haus ist mit Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet und noch viel schöner als auf den Fotos. Peter hat uns persönlich begrüßt und uns sogar ein Brot gebacken. Das Haus ist sehr hochwertig ausgestattet. Wir haben jede Minute dort genossen und würden gerne wiederkommen.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023