Funcia is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

Shady terraces and crystal waters

6 Guests

5 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

A stunning position on one of Sicily’s most spectacular stretches of coastline... With its large grounds, spectacular views, private sea access and walking distance to restaurants and shops, Funcia offers the perfect balance for many of our clients. Steps lead down to the crystal clear waters below while the coves and bays of the nearby Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve are invitingly close at hand.

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedGarden gate sea access
  • IncludedSpectacular sea and coastal views
  • IncludedWalking distance to restaurants and shops

Gallery

A view of the stunning coastline to the west.

The sea-view living room opens out onto the the main terrace.

The main terrace has spectacular sea views!

The steps down to the sea.

Funcia's delightful sea access.

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 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
  • IncludedAccess to our award winning local support, knowledge and personal recommendations during your stay
  • 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
  • IncludedCleaning two times per week (usually Tuesday and Thursday up to 3 hours/day), a mid-week change of towels, and a change of bed linen (if requested)

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedTourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night

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The Area

Set on the edge of the Golfo di Castellammare, Funcia occupies a very private spot on one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Sicily.

The small village of Scopello just up the hill has a good selection of restaurants and bars, and can be reached on foot in about 20 minutes. There is also a mini-market (with an excellent deli, butcher's and wine selection), a good bar and an organic farm shop selling superb fruit and vegetables about 10 minutes walk away.

The old tuna fishery (tonnara) of Scopello, a few hundred metres along the coast from the villa, is a must-see if staying at Funcia. In recent years the beauty of the building itself, and its wonderful setting, has made it popular both as a visitor attraction, and as an event venue, hosting weddings and other celebrations.

As well as the tuna fishery, you can also easily visit Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve, which offers a range of spectacular walks and some beautiful crystal clear bays for swimming. There is a diving centre in Scopello for scuba lovers and a pebbly beach with equipped lidos just a 5-minute drive away at Guidaloca.

The town of Castellammare del Golfo, a few kilometres east, has several seafront bars and restaurants and a daily fish market.

The spectacular Elymian/Greek site of Segesta is about 20 minutes drive away and Erice, Palermo, Trapani and Selinunte can all be reached in under an hour.

Getting to and around

Palermo airport:

50km-31miles-45mins

Trapani Airport:

65km-40miles-1hr

Catania airport:

283km-176miles-3hr20

Comiso airport:

306km-190miles-4hr

Pebble beach at Guidaloca:

5mins drive

Nearest shops:

10mins walk (2mins drive) along the road approaching the villa or 5mins drive in Scopello

Castellammare del Golfo (shops and beach):

15-20mins drive

Zingaro Nature Reserve:

5mins drive

Segesta:

30km-18miles-30mins

Erice:

35km-22miles-45mins

Selinunte:

70km-44miles-55mins

Palermo/Monreale:

75km-47miles-1hr15

From the Guest Book

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

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Funcia is an absolutely amazing property and the owners were fantastic. We could not have had a more beautiful week there. I give it five out of five.

Verified guest, November 2019

Funcia is in the most gorgeous position, the owners were lovely and it felt like a home rather than an overly designed rental.

LW, United Kingdom October 2018

We give Funcia a 5 out of 5.

Mr Michel Feher, France August 2018

Absolutely stunning setting and amazing to have a private beach.

RD, United States of America July 2017

Funcia was incredible. The view takes your breath away. We also enjoyed the swimming in the clear waters at the base of the property. I give it a 10 out of 10. The chef at the villa was amazing. My family has travelled all over the world but my daughters rated our stay in Sicily as one of our top vacations.

EC, United States of America July 2017

Amazing location and very pretty home.

Verified guest, July 2017

Excellent

4.7/5

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