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Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Valderice

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sicilia, Valderice
  • Place, Nino Croce Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Trapani-Erice Cable Car Mountain Station
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Erice
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Valderice

Oceanside stay.You'll find Nino Croce Theater and Baia Rio Forgia Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this villa. Quartiere Spagnolo and Cornino Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nino Croce Theater - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Trapani-Erice Cable Car Mountain Station - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Cathedral of Erice - 10 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Laboratorio Ceramiche d'Arte - Paola Luisa Amico - 11 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Baia Rio Forgia Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Trapani Station - 23 min drive
  • Vicenzo Florio Airport (TPS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tonda fritta - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Maria Grammatico - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Regia Pasticceria San Domenico - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Caffe' Ristorante San Rocco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Planet - ‬3 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.

Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park

Experience pure relax and fun, immersing yourself in the typical atmosphere of Sicily from times gone by.
Villa Fontana, exceptional for a relaxing holiday, is an ancient residence nestled in a park filled with greenery and centuries-old trees.

The villa is fully air-conditioned (hot/cold), features a large entrance/living room, a spacious, fully equipped eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms with double beds (160x190 cm), and two full bathrooms. There is a laundry room with a washing machine, iron, and ironing board.
The vast outdoor spaces allow for a relaxing summer holiday. The villa has a private swimming pool (open from April 1st to November 2nd, with availability at other times upon request) and a private barbecue area.

Villa Fontana is strategically located for easy access to the sea, natural parks such as Zingaro and the Egadi Islands, and places of great artistic and historical interest such as Segesta, Erice, Marsala, Selinunte, Palermo, Monreale, Trapani, Mothia, San Vito Lo Capo, Scopello, Castellamare del Golfo, and more. It's about 1 km from the sea (with small pebble and rocky beaches), or 15 minutes by car from the beaches of Trapani or Cornino, and 25 minutes from San Vito Lo Capo.
A variety of additional high-quality services are available to pamper you and help you enjoy your holiday in complete relaxation... just ask us and we'll do our best to accommodate you!

The villa is part of a complex that includes a second, completely separate and independent villa, with which it shares use of part of the park and the laundry room.
A video surveillance system for security purposes covers access to the park area.
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT081022C2USWMFP6C

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park to the airport?

This villa is 20.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Vicenzo Florio Airport (TPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park to the beach?

This villa is 17.5 mi (45-min drive) from San Vito Lo Capo Beach and 3.9 mi (10-min drive) from Baia Rio Forgia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park to downtown Valderice?

This villa is 0.2 mi away from Sant'Andrea Bonagia.

Villa Fontana with private pool and ancient botanical park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Wonderful location to explore Erice, Trapani, and surroundings. Francesca was amazing and had pizza for us when arrived after some flight delays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William F., Los Angeles, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved the house

Anna and Francesca were great hosts. They were prompt in responding to your questions and made excellent suggestions when it came to places to visit. The property includes a beautiful garden and pool, and we enjoyed both. We highly recommend the property but also want to say again what a joy it was to meet Francesca.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet villa with plenty of room

The villa was located in a quiet area but as we had a car everything was accessible within 30 minutes driving. Our host was fantastic to deal with and was on hand to answer any questions
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enrico G., .Torino

Liked: Cleanliness

Valderice

Bellissima
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness

Charming

Beautiful house. Very well maintained. Helpful hosts. Lovely garden. Acs everywhere. Well stocked kitchen. Comfortable bed. Only issue is parking. Streets are very narrow and you need to park very close to the side of the road, which can be tricky, especially with stick shift on a hill. This is, of course, not under the control of the owners, but something to take into account.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya D., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful tranquil villa with a view

We absolutely adored our stay at the villa. The pool was perfect and the views all around were spectacular. Francesca was a fantastic host, giving us great suggestions for nearby restaurants, activities, things to see etc. she was also readily available for any questions. We loved our stay and hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul W., Little Hadham, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Villa in a Great Location

Great communication meant a smooth arrival, an easy hour or so drive from Palermo airport to a friendly welcome. The villa is comfortable, well appointed and spotlessly clean, the pool was wonderful. In a great location, with easy access to Erice and the coast, and several excellent restaurants. We have no hesitation in recommending Villa Fontana for a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L., Zurich, switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect stay at a classic villa

We loved the entire stay: the house, the grounds, the pool as well as the tips and care offered by Francesca. It is a quiet location and well equipped for cooking. We could see the sunset on the rock at San Vito Lo Capo from the property. Beaches were all within a 30 minute drive. And, Francesca was very resourceful and even helped us resolve a medical problem! In short, we couldn’t have wished for a better week in Trapani, Sicily.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meghan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay in a beautiful part of Sicily

This beautiful, historic house was the perfect place for a girls’ getaway to Sicily. The house is spacious and comfortable and the grounds are even more beautiful than in the pictures. Francesca was a delightful host and very helpful and communicative. There are no shops or restaurants within easy walking distance, so a car or a driver is necessary, but Francesca is happy to make all arrangements. We loved our stay overall and would happily go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joscelin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Villa

Amazing stay. Beautiful surroundings and gardens, with fruit trees and olive trees. Villa was clean and comfortable. The host could not have done more for us. Anything we needed she was at hand to help us. We decided not to drive (in hind sight we probably should have had a car) - as difficult access to most places. However the host helped us with taxis, food delivery and information for the area. Pool was beautiful, quiet and all to ourselves! Would definitely come back and recommend to others!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., Naples, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa with amazing garden and pool

We absolutely loved our stay at the villa and everything was perfect: the pool, the garden, the house was spacious and equipped with all the basics (coffee maker, toaster, utensils, pots/pans etc.), the view (of Erice and the sea), and it's centrally located to many attractions in the area. We will highly recommend this little piece of heaven to all of our friends. Most importantly, Francesca was an amazing host - she left us coffee, wine, and pastries to enjoy. (Also, she gave us many recommendations about great restaurants, places, beaches, restaurants, and stores to visit in the area). That was such a nice, sweet touch especially since we arrived on a late Sunday afternoon. Grazie mille!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great castle-like villa with lovely grounds and private pool

The villa was huge for the four of us, with a lovely deep pool, set in beautiful gardens which are shared with the second "castle". The two villas are very private though as they each have their own pool set well apart amongst the trees. The trees also provide lots of afternoon shade around the pool. The accommodation is upstairs with lovely views across to Erice and Cofano National Reserve. Parking is on the street but there are no other cars around so not a problem at all. Francesca was great, providing us plenty of information about the local beaches, attractions, restaurants and supermarkets as well as some tasty local treats! Wifi worked fine and the three double bedrooms had air-conditioning that worked well. Some of the furniture could do with updating but did not detract from this being a great family villa and we had a lovely relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property and easy drive to many places in western Sicily!

We LOVED staying in this property and would HIGHLY recommend it to anyone interested in a perfect place to stay with easy access via car to many adventures! The hostesses were wonderful and highly responsive to us during our extended stay! We hope to come back someday!
Stayed 26 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carl T., Rancho Palos Verdes

Quiet and comfortable

Lovely property on a large lot with an orchard and lots of greenery, the villa also has a pool and an outdoor kitchen, including BBQ. The place is fully updated with good bathrooms and kitchen. Lots of light, too. We had no problem parking on street. Roads adjacent to the villa are tight, but typical of small villages in Italy. Great hostesses! Go to nearby Ristorante Sirena as recommended! It is super. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Lovely stay

A good base with lots of places to visit. Very comfortable accommodation. Francesca and Christina so kind and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble for them to make your stay everything you want it to be. If you want beautiful countryside, a stunning botanical garden to walk around and fancy living in a small castle then this is the place for you. The Nield/Hall family celebrating a special birthday May 2019
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Nice place nice owner but place needs some upgrades

Nice place but need some upgrades
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Lovely villa with beautiful pool, garden and views

The villa, pool and gardens are beautiful and well maintained. Lovely views out to the coast and up to the medieval town of Erice. A great location with many places; Trapani, Erice and San Vito to name a few all within easy reach. Our visit was made all the easier by Francesca the owner who was able to recommend places to visit, eat, shop etc. In fact we found the people in this area to be very friendly and patient with our limited Italian! We had a wonderful time at the villa and in the area and would certainly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Great holiday!

Fabulous place to stay to explore this part of Sicily. Close to local shops and harbour for boat hire. Boat was reasonable - fuel was very expensive. Air conditioning meant we could sleep at night - as was very hot during our stay. Francesca was lovely. Nothing was too much trouble. Shopping on arrival and then even though check out was 10.30 she let us stay and use the pool as our flight wasn't till late afternoon. Pool was lovely - though we hadn't realised it was shared - but was no problem. The cats were a lovely addition! Home grown veg was great. We had a super holiday and would recommend this villa to anyone.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana L.

Great escape in sicilian paradise

We loved the villa, although it was a surprise for us that the owners lived in the next building. Great territory and swimming pool area, superb surroudings and super frienly owners made our stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Beautiful tranquil setting with views to the sea, and to Erice. Characterful fort, fabulous!

Great place to stay for exploring the north- western area of Sicily. Beautiful old fort, very comfortable (we are a family of 5). Spacious, characterful but has air conditioning in bedrooms for a great nights sleep too! Beautiful grounds, peaceful and abundant. Pool fantastic - very well maintained and lovely at any time of the day / evening with BBQ area and plenty of space for eating. Hosts were so considerate. Welcomed us with handmade Aruncini for lunch, left basic provisions and advised us on itinerary, boat hire and were incredibly helpful all week. Thank you - a very happy and memorable holiday!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

"Like a Dream" better than my high expectations

Villa Fontana was the perfect accomidation for us. We were able to enjoy many day trips from our location. Trapani, Marsala, Erice, San Vito lo Capo, Segesta, and Favignana. Our host attention to detail was amazing. Many thoughtful touches to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Extra soft blankets to curl up in. Wine, breakfast cookies, blood orange juice, Nescafe pods, melon were all set out on our arrival. Christina sent us directions in Whats App, and met us to show the property and give us keys. Salvatore, assisted us with our bags, brought us fresh lemons, oranges, mulberry, loquat, mint, chamomile, all from the gardens. He gave us a tour of the olive grove, and a sample of amazing olive oil made onsite. The pool was clean and refreshing. The gardens are full of birds including nesting falcons, upupa, and mischievous swallows that kept us amused. The villa is clean and beautiful. Awesome views of the sea and of Erice from the windows. The tiled bathrooms are big with great water pressure and hot water for all. The kitchen is well equiped for making meals, like the fresh tuna steaks we found at the fish market in Trapani. There is a grocery store in Bonagia close by. Many good restaurants, pastry shops and a market on the weekend. We had the pleasure to meet with our host Francesca, her husband, Mother Anna, and their adorable little "patata". We very much enjoyed our stay at Villa Fontana. When I got home I told my father that we stayed in a castle in Sicily. He asked me "Did you meet the queen?" I replied "Dad, I was the queen!" The perfect home base for a visit to western Sicily. I highly recommend this property. I feel blessed to have found it.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

catherine r.

Fantastic

Great place comfortable, clean and homely. The pool and garden were impeccable. Thanks to Cristina and Francesca our hosts for the wine and strawberries and thanks to Salvatore who left fresh lemons and clementines in the morning. Would definitely stay here again and totally recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

Wish our stay could have been longer!

Villa Fontana was just what we wanted - quiet and relaxing in beautiful surroundings. Our hosts were welcoming and helpful and we loved every minute of our stay. Unfortunately, family circumstances meant we had to cut our stay short but we all agree that we will return to see more of the area and we will recommend Villa Fontana to all our friends.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Calogero P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastico soggiorno in questa struttura immersa nel verde. La villa è molto confortevole e l'host, Francesca, è molto gentile e disponibile. Torneremo sicuramente!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

uno splendido stop di relax

Una splendida villa con piscina e giardino da sogno. ritorniamo periodicamente per delle splendide e rigeneranti pause di relax. Fantastiche le host Cristina e Francesca, sono sempre disponibili per rendere la tua vacanza perfetta. A presto!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023