Guarded by a cactus tree
10 Guests
6 Bedrooms
8 Bathrooms
On arrival at Sole di Vaddeddi, the first thing one notices are the flourishing mature gardens that wrap around the house to create a sense of tranquillity, charm and seclusion. On further exploration of this oasis of delight, from the tempting pool and the sea views, to the intimate shady terraces and the bright interiors, it quickly becomes apparent that this is a true home with an authentic, welcoming soul.
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Keyholder highlights
- Authentic Sicilian atmosphere
- Luxuriant gardens
- Lovely pool
- Flexible accommodation
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The beautiful sea-view pool surrounded by emerald lawns and olive trees.
A shady terrace outside the living area.
The panoramic terrace on the roof of the guesthouse.
One of three al fresco dining areas on the terrace surrounding the main house.
Sole di Vaddeddi's mature gardens are a joy to behold and spend time in.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The 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
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An 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
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access 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
- A daily cleaning service (up to 3 hours/day, Monday to Saturday) and a mid-week linen change
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist 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
Sole di Vaddeddi is situated just a couple of kilometres as the crow flies to the west of Vendicari Nature Reserve, renowned for its fabulous array of sandy beaches, and its unspoilt coastal habitat. There are no lidos or bars on the beaches of the reserve so you should take your own supplies/facilities with you). Other gorgeous sandy beaches nearby include those of San Lorenzo and Marzamemi, which are around 15 minutes drive away. Both have facilities.
The nearest major town, fascinating, gorgeous Noto (15mins drive), is the most easterly of a chain of baroque towns (protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site), that includes Modica, Ragusa and Scicli. All were rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693 and are certainly worth a visit.
Just south of Vendicari is the pretty little fishing village of Marzamemi, which is a great spot for an evening stroll and a seafront dinner. Quiet and unassuming for most of the year, it comes to life in the summer months with bars and restaurants spilling out onto the lovely square and narrow streets. A little beyond this is Portopalo di Capo Passero, Sicily's southeasternmost point.
A stay in this part of Sicily, however, wouldn't be complete without a visit to Syracuse, once the mightiest city in Magna Graecia, and one of Italy's most lovely historic centres.
If hiking or horse riding in the hills is your thing, then there is some spectacular scenery in the rushing streams, waterfalls and gorges of Cassibile and Pantalica, a Paleolithic burial site near Syracuse.
Catania airport:
93km-58miles-1hrComiso airport:
77km-48miles-1hr20Palermo airport:
320km-200miles-3hr30Trapani airport:
400km-248miles-5hrsNearest beaches:
at Vendicari Nature Reserve - 3km-1.9miles-6mins (to the car park); San Lorenzo - 10.5km-6.5miles-13minsNoto (nearest shops, restaurants and amenities.):
9km-5.7miles-15minsMarzamemi:
14km-8.5miles-18minsSyracuse:
45km-27miles-35minsModica:
36km-22miles-45minsScicli:
45km-30miles-1hrRagusa:
53km-33miles-1hr15Local Experiences
Helicopter tours in East Sicily
A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.
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Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily
Nero D’Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Frappato, Syrah and Moscato Bianco are just a few of the grape varieties cultivated in the Noto area, and we heartily recommend a vineyard visit during your stay. We know the right people and the most prestigious wineries in the area, and we’d be delighted to arrange a chauffeured wine tasting tour with lunch for you.
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Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily
The southeastern tip of Sicily is home to mile after mile of largely unspoilt sandybeaches and an impressive list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Syracuse and the Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica, the towns ofthe Val di Noto, and Villa Romana del Casale.
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Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily
The southeast of Sicily is famed for its superb tomatoes, cheeses, meat, olive oil, vegetables and seafood. Our culinary experiences in the area will enable you to transform these exquisite ingredients into some of southeast Sicily's most celebrated dishes.
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Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily
From here until the southeasternmost tip of Sicily, the coastline is an uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach, dotted with picturesque little resort towns, including Punta Secca (Inspector Montalbano's home), Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Sampieri and Marina di Modica. The last strip, made up of several miles of dunes, is where the Allied forces landed in the 2nd World War. At the southernmost tip of Sicily is Isola Delle Correnti, offering an almost African scenario. Indeed, here we are considerably further south than Tunis.Just around the southeastern tip and heading north up the east coast, are the beaches of Marzamemi, San Lorenzo and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The reserve's salt water lagoons and varieties of flora offer the ideal habitat for a wide range of fauna, including nesting turtles and migrating flamingos.Continuing up the east coast, between Vendicari and the historic Greek town of Syracuse, are the popular sandy beaches of Marina di Noto, Calabernado, Marina di Avola, Gelsomineto, Fontane Bianche and Arenella.
DiscoverFrom the Guest Book
Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
We had a relaxing stay at Sole di Vaddeddi. The villa had been fitted out to a really good standard, the pool was lovely, it was clean and the WiFi and entertainment facilities were good.
Anonymous July 2024
Magical, once-in-a-lifetime vacation to Sole di Vaddeddi. The villa was beautiful and recently renovated. The grounds were incredible with rows of orange trees, fig trees, prickly pears, and 100 plus year old olive trees. Our group couldn’t have been happier with the villa. Thank you so much for a wonderful and memorable vacation!
Christina Marks August 2023
Superb property that blew us all away for its beauty and comforts.
Milagros Branca July 2023
Lovely villa with great space views, amazing gardens and a fantastic pool.
Anonymous June 2023
Sole di Vaddeddi, its facilities and staff were far superior to any villas we have stayed in previously. The villa itself had everything we needed plus more. The grounds were immaculate and we truly felt like it was home away from home. Already trying to work out when we can do it all over again for longer.
Mr Greg Stewart, Australia July 2022
