My husband and I spent two very memorable weeks at Villa di Sophia in early October 2014. It is an absolutely beautiful villa in a quiet and tranquil residential area about 30 minutes east of Palermo. It is truly a genuine gem with stunning views in all directions, nestled in a small garden between Monte Catalfano and the sea.
The villa is spotlessly clean, comfortable, spacious, and tastefully decorated. The outdoor summer kitchen with barbecue and gazebo are ideal for evening entertainment.
However, the large, beautifully furnished terrace that spans the entire front of the villa overlooking the sea stole our hearts. We enjoy cooking and were delighted when Vincenzo pointed out great fresh fish and vegetable markets in a nearby village. He will even make suggestions for preparing food specialties of Sicily. We cherish the memories of morning coffee, lazy afternoons, incredible sunsets, and romantic dinners on the terrace.
The location is ideal for taking day trips to Palermo, Solunto, Cefalu, Mondello, and Monreale. We even managed a marvelous day trip to Segesta and Erice. There is a pleasant scenic walk from the villa out to the lighthouse that we enjoyed on a couple of occasions.
Vincenzo is a very attentive and terrific host, taking care of our every need and providing wonderful recommendations for what to see and do in the area. He never impinged on our privacy but, when asked, always went the extra mile to make reservations at restaurants or arrange transportation from our final destination to the airport.
Vincenzo's English is quite good which is a real plus. He provided excellent directions to the villa and was very prompt when replying to any questions we might have prior to our arrival and afterwards.
If you want a relaxing, tranquil holiday in Sicily, we highly recommend a stay at Villa di Sophia. You will not be disappointed.