Cinnamon
Porto Palo di Menfi, Sicily
The oasis by the beach
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Key Highlights
- Garden gate beach/sea access
- Sea views
- Barbecue
- Vegetable garden
Gallery
Aerial views of Cinnamon.
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Ready for a tasty Sicilian lunch with a view!
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Looking out to sea from the shaded terrace.
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There's plenty of space for everyone to lie back and listen to the sea!
A most tranquil setting.
One of the comfortably furnished lounge areas.
Cinnamon was the perfect setting for our small family reunion. We loved being away from the crowds while enjoying all the comforts of home in a magical Mediterranean atmosphere. Would we return? Yes, we loved the location and the size of the villa.
– DM, visited 2026
Overview
- GuestsUp to 4
- Bedrooms2
- Double bed1
- Twin bed1
- Bathroom1
Features and Amenities
The property
- Sea views
- Vegetable garden
- Private parking
Geography
- Garden gate beach/sea access
Services
- Local knowledge and recommendations
- On-the-ground support
- Wine delivery service
Kitchen & Dining
- Barbecue
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Entertainment & Tech
- Satellite Wi-Fi Internet
- Bluetooth speakers
- Satellite TV
Includes
- The Thinking Traveller's expertise to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and access to exclusive experiences
- Exclusive use of your private villa and grounds
- Effortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
- Award-winning local expertise throughout your stay
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
Getting to and around
Bedroom details
- Bedroom 1: double bed (165x195cm), adjacent and shared shower room with bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: twin bed (115x180cm), adjacent and shared shower room with bedroom 1
About the property
Inside
accommodation at Cinnamon is all on one floor. The bright, open-plan living area and kitchen, with their mixture of cheerful colours, antique maiolica tiles, terracotta floors and white walls set the tone for the rest of the house.There are a couple of built-in sofas, a small but well-equipped kitchen area and two sets of French windows that offer wonderful sea views and lead out onto the surrounding shady terraces. A short corridor leads to the shower room and the two bedrooms, a double and a twin.
Outside
life at Cinnamon is meant to be spent outdoors. The simple, cosy indoor living areas spill out on to a wrap-around shady terrace from where the views of the vineyards and the sea are magnetic. Fully furnished for relaxing, reclining and cooking (courtesy of the barbecue), the terraces are where you will spend most of your time.Surrounding this little oasis of shade is the large garden, complete with lawns and an extensive vegetable garden, whose produce you are welcome to use.
Last, but certainly not least, is the gate at the bottom of the garden, from where a 200m-long path leads down, across country, to a gorgeous, quiet sandy beach.
CIN No. IT081006C2UDRTFV7P, CIR No. 19081006C248088
About 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.
Considerations
Please note that this villa does not have a pool.
This property is surrounded by countryside, some of which is unfenced and may include drops or steep slopes. We therefore recommend that younger children are supervised by an adult when exploring the grounds.
Because of natural changes to the coastline from season to season, the sandy beach in front of this property may not look as it does in the photos.
The walk down to the beach from the villa is quite rough and steep so might not be suitable for people with reduced mobility.
The final section of the access road to Cinnamon is a little rough, so we recommend guests hire a 4x4 or one with high ground clearance.
Guest Reviews
Cinnamon was the perfect setting for our small family reunion. We loved being away from the crowds while enjoying all the comforts of home in a magical Mediterranean atmosphere. Would we return? Yes, we loved the location and the size of the villa.
DM, visited July 2026
Our stay at Cinnamon was peaceful and relaxing. It was really homely and it had everything we needed.
Verified guest, visited June 2026
The location of Cinnamon was stunning and we loved the walk down to the usually empty beach. It was relaxing, peaceful, secluded. I felt that it was a family home that had been built with love and we were very lucky to share such a special place.
Verified guest, visited May 2026
Cinnamon is very charming, authentic and private. It was great in its simplicity, built to spend days and evenings around the house with a serene setting and access to a beach... reduce your holiday to the max. We had a very good time and would return.
Verified guest, visited May 2026
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, visited September 2025
Cinnamon was a peaceful paradise. What stood out was the setting. We would return.
Verified guest, visited June 2025
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, visited July 2024
Cinnamon is a lovely small home for two near the sea in beautiful Sicily.
Verified guest, visited June 2024
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