Cinnamon

Porto Palo di Menfi, Sicily

The oasis by the beach

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

Simplicity at its best at this quintessential summer house with direct access to sandy beaches... Refreshing summer breezes, shady terraces and never-ending sea views ... Cinnamon is a perfect retreat for those looking for a relaxing, peaceful holiday. While there is plenty to see and do in the area, guests often prefer the comfort of their hammock and an occasional stroll through the garden down to the sandy beaches below.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedShort walk to a quiet sandy beach
  • IncludedFar-reaching sea views
  • IncludedPeace and quiet

Gallery

Aerial views of Cinnamon.

The path leading down to the beach starts at the garden gate.

The beautiful gardens of Cinnamon look out to the sea.

Ready for a tasty Sicilian lunch with a view!

Looking out to sea from the shaded terrace.

The lawned gardens overlooking the sea.

Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
  • IncludedA Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedAccess to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
  • IncludedA mid-week cleaning and linen change service

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)

From the Guest Book

Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.

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Cinnamon is a great villa with lovely views.

Verified guest, April 2024

Cinnamon is a lovely small home for two near the sea in beautiful Sicily.

Verified guest, June 2024

Sum up our stay at Cinnamon in a few words? Incredible views and setting. We appreciated the extras including food and wine upon arrival and the ability to contact the local specialist if / when needed.

Verified guest, May 2024

We had a wonderful time at Cinnamon! We would return for the wonderful location, the almost private beach, and the beautiful garden and surroundings.

Verified guest, July 2024

Cinnamon was a peaceful paradise. What stood out was the setting. We would return.

Verified guest, June 2025

Our experience at Cinnamon was an idylllic, peaceful getaway. Loved the quiet and private location, the access to the sea, the abundant outdoor areas and the general style. Would I return to Cinnamon? Yes, I would because it offered such a nice quiet and private location.

Verified guest, September 2025

Excellent

4.7/5

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The Area

Porto Palo di Menfi is on the south west coast of Sicily, between Sciacca and Mazara del Vallo, just a few kilometres east of the fabulous archaeological site of Selinunte. The beaches along this stretch of coast (including that of the Belice Nature Reserve) are amongst the most beautiful in Sicily.

Most of the gently undulating countryside around Menfi is given over to vineyards and wine-tasting is a must for anyone staying at Cinnamon.

Easy day trips from Cinnamon include Sciacca, Selinunte, and Mazara del Vallo, a vibrant fishing port.

Also within easy range is historic Marsala, with its old town centre full of wineries, the Phoenician island of Mozia, the Greek temple and theatre of Segesta and Erice.

About 90km southeast along the coast, meanwhile is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento.

The beaches in the area of Porto Palo, Menfi and the Belice Nature Reserve have received over 20 consecutive Blue Flags, attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.

Cycling in the Menfi area is a very pleasurable pastime, thanks to both the quiet back roads and the purpose-built cycle track along and around the old railway line between Menfi, Porto Palo and Sciacca. We’d be delighted to have bikes delivered to your villa and, if anyone in your group is an inveterate pedaller, arrange for a local guide to show them the best routes.

Getting to and around

Trapani Airport:

100km-62miles-1hr20

Palermo Airport:

102km-63miles-1hr15

Catania Airport:

251km-156miles-3hr30

Comiso Airport:

200km-125miles-3hr5

Sandy beach:

a 5-minute walk down the natural path below the house (please note that the way up is uphill) or at Porto Palo (about 10mins drive)
Shops and amenities at Menfi (13km-7.5miles-20mins) or Castelvetrano (18km-11miles-25mins)

Nearest restaurants:

in Porto Palo, Menfi and the surrounding area (10-20mins drive). La Pineta, one of the area's best restaurants, is just over a 3.5km walk away along the beach and nature reserve below the house

Cycle path:

900m-1min to asphalted road. Then 8km-4.9miles-20-30mins to cycling path

Sciacca:

30km-19miles-35mins

Selinunte:

12km-8miles-20mins

Mazara del Vallo:

38km-23miles-35mins

Agrigento:

88km-55miles-1hr30