Villa des Amis

  • Property type: Prestige Properties
  • Sleeps: 10
  • Region: Sicily
  • Location: Panarea, Aeolian Islands
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Swimming pool: None

"Villa des Amis" is set in the heart of Panarea in a magnificent position with an astonishing view of the sea and of the famous island of Stromboli. Immersed in a huge and shady garden with Mediterranean plants the villa is within walking distance of the tiny and vital center of Panarea. The beautiful and large terraces overlooking the sea are furnished with sun beds and tables, giving easy access to the direct and private path to the sea. “Villa Panarea” gives at private disposal of its guests an exclusive and enchanting small beach, from where one may comfortably immerse in the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean.

Panarea, part of the Aeolian Archipelago, is a tiny island without roads, so beloved by the beautiful people 'from Italy' who escape there for a few carefree weeks every summer. It is the smallest and arguably the most beautiful of the islands with stunning views of Stromboli. Very fashionable with the 'jet-set' in the summer months. With the absence of cars and its rich and colourful sub-tropical vegetation Panarea is a prime example of how life can still be lived at nature's pace.

The small islands (Basiluzzo, Dattilo and Lisca Bianca) and the islets (Bottaro, Lisca nera, Panarelli and Le Formiche) make Panarea one of the most scenic and enchanting places. Typical Aeolian white houses perched around the churches next to lavic rock or hidden amongst century-old olive trees offer the most beautiful contrasts of colour. It is the perfect island retreat surrounded by clear blue water and is much favoured by snorkell/scuba divers.

From Panarea it is also possible to make excursions on the other islands of the world famous Aeolian Archipelago by using the hydrofoil service. The beautiful Mediterranean vegetation is luxuriant of Indian figs, brooms, capers and olives. The Aeolian Archipelago with its wonderful and very interesting volcanic nature, defined one of the most beautiful in the world, in the 19th century has been the destination of some famous travellers like the writer Alexandre Dumas and the Archiduke Luigi Salvatore of Austria.

Accommodation

Wonderful large living room and a  second living room with 2 divan beds, a well equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, oven, washing machine. Dining area to seat up to 15 people. Double bedroom with extra large Double bed. Twin bedroom. Large bedroom with 4 single beds. Three bathrooms all with toilet, bath with shower and bidet. Large terraces overlooking the sea with sunbeds/tables/chairs.

Grounds

Private terrace where you can relax and take in the wonderful sea views with sun-loungers and tables and chairs.

Facilities

Activities

How to get to the property

Catania or Palermo airport. Palermo Hydrofoil 4hrs 30min. Milazzo Hydrofoil 2hrs.

Flights from the UK to Sicily:  'Ryanair': Stansted to Palermo. 'British Airways': Heathrow/Gatwick to Catania.  'Alitalia': Heathrow to Catania or Palermo.

Arrival DateDeparture DatePrice
31/07/2010 28/08/2010 Weekly rate: £3600
28/08/2010 02/10/2010 Weekly rate: £2700
02/10/2010 25/12/2010 Weekly rate: £2200

Prices include

- Household linen and towels
- Utilities
- Final cleaning

Security Deposit

On arrival you will be asked for a security deposit of €500, payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you at the end of your rental.