Self-catering

Zarbo di Mare - Self-catering house in Sicily

Contrada Zarbo di Mare 37, 91010 San Vito Lo Capo, Trapani
Sicily, Italia

Barbara Yates

+32 474 984899 / +39 348 8537250(mobile)

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Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

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A simple stone-built house, slap on the sea, on a beautiful stretch of coast to the north-west tip of the island. Sun worshippers will be delighted with the terraces but there's plenty of shade too. A verdant courtyard behind is a lovely place to take breakfast; for lunch, move to the large shady terrace with a barbecue; later, enjoy dinner on the terrace looking out to sea.

Inside are two simple bedrooms, which can be used as either double or twin, an open-plan living area with a pine-and-white kitchen and a sitting room with an open fire, and heating and air-con in every room. You'll find all the basics for cooking like oil, salt and spices and bottles of water in the fridge. Eat or order pizza takeaway from Pizza Marinella, a short drive, and there are plenty of restaurants in town.

Below the house are steps down to a private swimming platform, perfect for confident swimmers; the sea is deep and great for snorkelling.

Caratteristiche

Wheelchair access: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
Limited mobility: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
Children welcome: Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Credit cards: Credit or debit card payment accepted.
English spoken: Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
Air conditioning: Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
WiFi: Wireless internet access available.
Pets welcome: Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
Public transport: Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
Working farm: Or vineyard.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property.
Swimming pool: On the premises.
Bikes available: On the premises to hire or borrow.
Tennis court: On the premises.
Vegetarian meals: Available on request.
Licensed premises: Alcohol may be served.
Cash only: Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
Dogs welcome: Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
Handpumped ales: Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
Wine list: Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Food all day: Food is served all day long.
Babies welcome: Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
Hot tub: Available to all guests, but may require booking.
Garden: Grounds for guests to explore.
Breakfast: Available, but may come at extra cost.
Self check-in: Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
EV charger: Electric vehicle charging point.

Attrezzature

Electricity included

Open fire / woodburner

Microwave oven

Central heating

Mobile reception

Television

Barbecue

Dishwasher

Cooked meals available

Washing machine

Restaurant within 3 miles

Shop within 3 miles

Pub within 3 miles

Relaxation areas

Breakfast available

Breakfast included

Oven

Hob

Spa on site

Bar on site

Free parking on site

Free parking nearby

Paid parking nearby

Local points of interest from Barbara Yates:

Punti d'interesse locali da
Barbara Yates:

Easter: the renowned 'Misteri' in Trapani. Religious statues, beautifully flower decorated by the different trades, and carried through the town for 24 hours on their shoulders. A great honour for them.
During Springtime, an international kite flying competition with participants from all over the world. Great for both kids and adults.
Around 20 September, the international cous cous festival, with contestants from many different cous cous countries. San Vito is renowned for its fish cous cous.
October-November, international rock climbing competition. San Vito is very well known for its excellent rock climbing areas.
Wonderful walks in the Zingaro Nature Reserve, just up the road, and in the surrounding area. The views are breathtaking.
Close to many places of interest on the Western coast: Segesta, Erice, Trapani and its suggestive salt flats, Mozia, Marsala, Mazzara with its well known red prawns and Selinunte. Palermo is just one hour away and Agrigento an easy day trip.

Punti d'interesse

Guest feedback

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"Lovely place, very 'special'. Very thoroughly and thoughtfully equipped, simple but comfortable and attractive with a spectacular position and view! We saw many dolphins a couple of times. There are many places to visit within easy reach and the local town is busy but fairly small, very friendly and the tourists seem to be almost entirely Italian. The swimming spot reached from the house by steps and a rocky path is idyllic although not easy to get out from when the water is rough. The owner is very responsive, informative and helpful."

Elaine - LONDON, United Kingdom

Luglio 2017

"Wonderful location. Very comfortable and well equipped house. Perfect for climbers, too as the location is accessible to rock climbing areas. Perfect for access to beaches,and walking too."

Ottobre 2014

"Fabulous location with the most amazing views. Lovely comfortable house with everything you need and loads of space for 2. Hours to be spent on the verandas looking out over the sea and at the mountains. San vito just an easy cycle away or a few minutes drive. Would highly recommend it."

Settembre 2013

"All the ingredients for a perfect holiday. A charming, unpretentious and beautifully managed house in a unique position, with spectacular sea views offering total tranquillity but within a few minutes of the many joys of San Vito - glorious beach, boat hire, restaurants, gelaterie, fish and fruit markets to mention but a few, where one can go for days without hearing any other non-Italian voices. A real find - I've already booked for the 4th time in 3 years for next year!! "

Settembre 2012

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