Large villa with solar htd pool,tennis court,jacuzzi hot tub,playground for kids

Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Dining
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Sport court
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(52 Ratings)

Villa in Modica

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this villa rental


This fully air conditioned, elegant modern villa sits splendidly in 5 acres of land in the middle of a
gorgeous valley with breathtaking panoramic views. It is just a few minutes by car from the centre
of Modica. Light and spacious, the Villa is tastefully furnished and designed to provide comfortable
accommodation for up to 10 guests. It is equipped with a fireplace, Smart TV with Netflix for movies
and children’s entertainment, plenty of toys, screens on windows and 5 air-conditioned bedrooms.
From outside, the views are breathtaking: you may hear the peal of Modica's bells from a mile away
and the closer tinkling of cowbells. We have especially planned for the safety of small children and
babies. All access points to the pool have gates to keep young children safe and the saltwater pool
means no red eyes or chlorine smell.
We have a secure full-size playground of 140sq meters for the children to enjoy, large terraces
overlooking the countryside, a manicured garden interspersed with fruit trees and lawn areas
offering plenty of space in which to soak up the beauty of the Mediterranean landscape. The
private, solar-heated outdoor roman style pool is ideal for children to splash and paddle under the
vigilant eye of adults. The Villa also has a tennis court, zip line, Jacuzzi hot tub, playground for children, Ping Pong table, football table, and a fantastic outdoors dining area with Gas Weber BBQ,
sprawling garden and lots of spaces for adults to enjoy which are peaceful and relaxing.
At the far corner of the property, we have a petting zoo of domestic animals. There is a pony, a
donkey, chickens, ducks, geese, Tibetan goats, and much more, which kids and adults can interact
with if they like.
The Villa is environmentally friendly: we produce our own solar electricity and hot water and our
saltwater pool is heated by thermo solar panels. By coming to our villa your vacation will not
produce any carbon footprint.
We offer the best family holiday villa anywhere in Sicily;
• Maid service or a cook for an original Sicilian meal can be arranged at the time of booking
• English is spoken as a first language.

Sicily’s original thin-crusted pizza is a must try. As there’s a topping for every taste so everyone is
bound to find something they like; the more adventurous palate should go for the classic, which
includes anchovies, herbs and strong local cheese on a fresh tomato base. For dessert it’s cannoli
of course, deep-fried pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta, that takes the centre stage. Arancini —
delicious fried rice balls — are another option for a cheap meal on the go. A local street-food tour is
a fun way to explore for those who love to try new dishes.
Modica
Fall under the magic spell of baroque Modica with its cobbled streets and laneways flanked by
imposing fairytale palaces and magnificent cathedrals. The town is renowned for its almond
pastries, custard sweets and chocolate delicacies — especially those made by local pastry chef
from Dolce Arte only 5 minutes from the Villa. Follow the sweet scent of powdered cinnamon down
winding lanes to find old-fashioned bakeries and encourage the kids to taste the local treats.
Cafes and restaurants with outdoor seating are everywhere; you can always find a place to rest and
eat a gelato, sip a glass of our local wine, or cool down with a refreshing lemon granita. For
chocolate lovers a special treat awaits, Modica is famous for a unique type of chocolate with a
recipe which dates back to the Spanish rulers that ruled Sicily. Today it’s a delicacy that’s a must try.
Fancy swimming in the Mediterranean sea? It could not be easier; just a 20 minutes drive and you
are on lovely gold sandy beaches where children will love to build sand castles. The seaside towns of
Marina di Modica, Pozzallo and Sampieri provide an array of shops, restaurants and beach clubs.
Exciting day trips from the Villa
The east side of the island is famed for its succession of exquisite baroque towns including
Catania, a splendid city lying between Etna and the Ionian Sea, Syracuse, with its temples, Greek
Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre and Ear of Dionysius and Ragusa, with its traces of human
settlements dating from as early as the 3rd millennium BC.
Towering 3,329 meters high, Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest volcano, is one of Sicily’s seven UNESCO
World Heritage Sites. It is a family favourite because of how close you can usually get to the fuming
calderas. The trip starts with a cable-car ride up to 2,500 metres, from where 4x4 jeep buses carry
travellers higher on guided tours of the lunar-like landscape and smoking volcano craters. Tours are
available from Rifugio Sapienza in Catania.
Sicily has more than its fair share of historic ruins and many of the best are not far from the Villa.
Some of Sicily’s finest ruins can be found at the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento on the
southwest coast — a UNESCO World Heritage site with one of the world’s best-preserved Greek
temples. The list of wonders that are waiting for you is too long to be written here.
Regional Registration CIR.19088006C219786
National Registration # CIN. IT088006C27RVLOHYM

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Modica

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(52 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
The villa offers a fantastic experience with well-maintained grounds, spacious rooms, and spectacular views. Guests praised the welcoming hosts, generous amenities, and enjoyable outdoor activities. Highly recommended for a memorable and relaxing stay.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Nov 2021
Amazing Villa Outside Modica
Amazing Villa Outside Modica
We can’t imagine a more wonderful villa in Sicily for our visiting family of two grandparents, married son, his wife, and two children ages 5 and 8. The nearby owner and his family were terrific. It exceeded the description and our expectatiobs.
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2021
Perfect family villa
Perfect family villa
This villa is probably one of the best value properties you are likely to find anywhere in Italy! It has something for all ages from infants right up to grandparents. The outside space is amazing with a great size pool(the best we’ve ever had), wonderful hot tub and a terrace with fabulous views to Modica. We loved popping down to see the animals each day and the hearing the occasional bray of the donkey! The rooms inside are spacious and cool and are kitted out with everything you could possibly need. We cooked on the terrace, where there is a choice of gas or charcoal BBQ, and in the kitchen where there is enough crockery, cutlery, cookware for everyone including some durable for infants and young children. They really have thought of everything!!! And of course, as previous reviewers have said, there is Georgio!!! He really is a gem- the most helpful guy and also very informative, especially about all the requirements for Covid. It was very reassuring knowing he was on hand if we needed him. We had a fantastic holiday and would thoroughly recommend this villa to anyone who wants a homely villa with amazing outside amenities. We would love to return! Thanks for everything! Judy, Steve, Jo , Richard, Jon and the ‘little angel’ xxx
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2021
Just WOW
Just WOW
I am going to find it difficult to actually give George's house the justice it deserves - it is extremely special. My family and I have stayed in many houses in Portugal, Greece and Italy and this was the most impressive for sure. There are just so many great things about it.. Here are some highlights: The swimming pool - perfect size with lots of space for lounging, the gardens - beautiful plants and trees with wonderful fruits and vegetables to eat, the tennis court - very well kept and rackets and balls available, the farmyard - lots of cute animals for the kids and the beds - all very comfortable and rooms very nice. My personal favourite part of the house is the outdoor area for eating, equipped with a BBQ and a wonderful view of Modica - we had some great and late nights there! This house is fabulous for kids and adults alike. Now a word on Modica itself, because it is a fantastic town. This was our second trip there and I was shocked when I opened the Sicily Lonely Planet and saw Modica wasn't one of their '14 highlights of Sicily'. Big mistake guys. But you know what maybe that's a good thing because Modica may stay off the tourist trail! Modica is a foodie's dream. I have had the best pasta, pizza, ice cream and chocolate of my life there. The chocolate is incomparable to anything you will taste in Europe. We went to some wonderful restaurants and bars. We did the train tour of the town which was a big hit with the kids. We wandered the incredibly narrow streets of Modica Allta which is like somewhere stuck in time - in a very charming way. I highly recommend checking out Goccia cocktail bar where we had an amazing night! Finally a word for our hosts, George and Antonella. We have never felt so looked after. From the first moment to the last, they did everything they could to help us enjoy our stay. We arrived to a home cooked meal, they were always there for any questions we had and they gave us some great recommendations for things to do. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I feel like we were living a dream of some kind.
10.0 / 10.0
Nov 2020
Absolutely amazing
Absolutely amazing
The property was amazingly clean and actually much more than we expected. There was more than enough space for 3 families and the heated pool and tenniscourt was used everyday of our stay at the end of October. The farmyard blew the kids away and they loved collecting fresh eggs in the morning and helping feed Zeus (the donkey), Snuggles the miniature goat and all the rabbits and birds. George was the best host we have ever had and was always available to sort anything out, give us advice and even took the time to be our personal Tourguide. His English is perfect, communication instant and love of Modica and Sicily infectious. Our stay was perfect. Whether the property itself, the amenities the closeness and access to all the beautiful towns around it or the seaside and best of all was our host, George. We cannot recommended Villa Modica enough and we will be back soon!
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2020
A truly memorable holiday
A truly memorable holiday
We booked a last minute trip to Sicily during the covid pandemic and the ever changing 'air bridge' quarantine advice from the UK government. I don't think anyone believed we would actually make it, but thankfully we did and it was exactly what we needed. Our entire experience was faultless, from George's very generous 100% refund policy if we has to cancel due to the pandemic, to the incredible welcome meal, drinks and grocery shop. The villa and grounds were stunning and the kids (aged 1-8) were all catered for superbly. From collecting eggs in the morning to an array of toddler friendly toys and cutlery - everything you could imagine needing has already been thought of and provided. I can't imagine we will ever have a holiday like this again, and it couldn't have come at a better time.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2019
Fantastic family villa
Fantastic family villa
Without doubt the villa is the most family-friendly villa we have ever rented. There's many things which impressed us about our holiday. The villa was spotlessly clean when we arrived. The owners had done a shop for groceries which were ready for our arrival. They prepared a lovely Sicilian meal for us as some of our party were arriving late and also left us plenty of wine from their vineyard for our meal. The villa has plenty of toys and games and is equipped with everything you need for your stay. Unusually in my experience there's a large fridge freezer in the kitchen which was more than capable of chilling all our food. The pool is fenced which makes for a more relaxing time when you have little children with you. The pool is kept lovely and warm even in September which meant we spent lots of time in it. Our hosts live next door and were always on hand to help if we needed pizzas ordered or we wanted advice of where to eat. George was also kind enough to come and find us when our sat navs failed to get us to the villa. All in all we had a wonderful time and this was in no small part down to the owners and their lovely villa. Thanks from all of us
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2019
A genuine pleasure
A genuine pleasure
Villa Modica was an absolute treat from the moment we arrived. From all the goodies left for us by George and Nina to our last day when the children helped collect fresh eggs from the chickens. We had a wonderful week and thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Sicily. Our hosts couldn't have been more welcoming, while respecting our privacy at the same time. The space itself is a great size, especially with the pool, tennis courts and Zeus the donkey! I would highly recommend. Thanks George and Nina.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2019
Fantastic villa with all the facilities you could want for a family break and a wonderful host.
Fantastic villa with all the facilities you could want for a family break and a wonderful host.
We had a brilliant time at the villa which we stayed in with our two children, another family and their baby and our nanny and her boyfriend. The villa and its external facilities were more than big enough to absorb us all without ever feeling cramped. The pictures show the villa as it is; certainly not slick and modern but very comfortable and with everything you might expect and need to make your holiday run smoothly (plus extras) . Externally the grounds, landscaping and facilities are fabulous. The pool is delightful and the tennis court is fantastic. The situation is rural and requires a car but is the shortest of drives from Modica with all its charm and amenities. Perhaps the greatest asset of the property is the owner George who could not possibly have been more helpful and welcoming, from the moment of booking. He always managed to achieve this without being intrusive or overbearing. He helped us in arranging outings, taxis and take aways and a chef to come and cook several delicious evening meals for us. His assistance really was invaluable. We would highly recommend this villa.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Modica?

The average price for a rental in Modica is $85 per night. This rental is $322 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Large villa with solar htd pool,tennis court,jacuzzi hot tub,playground for kids. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Large villa with solar htd pool,tennis court,jacuzzi hot tub,playground for kids. Enjoy the water!

Is Large villa with solar htd pool,tennis court,jacuzzi hot tub,playground for kids pet friendly?

Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Large villa with solar htd pool,tennis court,jacuzzi hot tub,playground for kids?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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