The house on the tide
At Marea, bright elegant interiors spill out onto a long shady verandah from where you may happily survey emerald green lawns and the tempting turquoise sea. These two elements are linked via a path leading from the garden down to a glorious sandy beach, winner of successive Blue Flag awards. All in all, an exemplary family summer house.
A reduction of 15% has been applied to all remaining weeks at Marea in 2025.
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Marea is situated just a few miles from Capo Passero, whose lighthouse signals Italy’s southernmost point – considerably further south than Tunis.
The coast is almost entirely given over to long sandy beaches, the very same ones landed on by British and Canadian forces during Operation Huskey in the 2nd World War.
Just to the west is the port of Pozzallo, from where, in just 90mins by hydrofoil, it is possible to get to Malta. To the north is the splendid Baroque town of Noto, Syracuse, once the mightiest city in Magna Graecia and Vendicari Nature Reserve, home to beautiful unspoilt beaches, migrating flamingos and nesting turtles.
Less than an hour's drive to the west are the other splendid towns of the Val di Noto UNESCO Heritage Site, Modica and Scicli, and, a little further afield, Ragusa.
The beaches in the area of Pozzallo and Ispica (including the one right below the villa) have received several consecutive "Bandiere Blu", attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.
From the Guest Book
Marea was an exceptional place, picture perfect. The house was pristine and well-equipped. Having our nearly private beach to enjoy was an added bonus. The place and setting are better than the pictures. It was a delightful place to call our home away from home. Even beach and house toys for children were provided. The hosts thought of everything! If I were to come to Sicily again, I would make it a point to return to Marea. It was like visiting a slice of heaven.
Darlene Crist May 2025
Amazing villa with the close ocean, you can hear the waves at night. Loved every minute of it. The kids loved the beach at the villa's doorstep.
Maibrit Hofer September 2023
Mr Hanspeter Urfer, Switzerland January 2023
Great location. Very comfortable house and a very relaxing experience
Verified guest, June 2023
We're having a wonderful time. The villa is beautiful with easy access to the gorgeous beach. We're already missing everything.
Verified guest, August 2023
Marea is very relaxing and peaceful, with amazing views and private beach access! Our experience was wonderful! The Thinking Traveller were able to quickly help us secure a villa last minute and it made our stay very peaceful.
Verified guest, June 2025
Excellent
4.8/5
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