Holiday rentals and lettings in Sicily

Are you looking for a perfect holiday by the warm Mediterranean Sea? Then look no further than Sicily, a southern Italian island famous for its food and stunning coastline. For the most stylish and famous of all Sicily resorts, head for the luxurious resort of Taormina in the west, or for a more low-key beach holiday, the village San Vito on the east of the island is a picturesque village of white houses with a spectacular beach framed by mountains.

Sicily offers all kinds of accommodation, from beautiful luxury villas for large groups, to seaside apartments for couples. Most rental options are in coastal towns and villages, with a small number inland. The area from Catania to Taormina offers a wide range of villas, often with pools and gardens, and views overlooking the sea and the biggest mountain in the island, Mount Etna. The capital city Palermo offers some wonderful lettings in traditional Sicilian Baroque buildings.

An island in the south of Italy, Sicily’s coastline stretches over 1,000 km, and is surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Sicily’s golden sandy beaches, its charming little coves, and quaint yet bustling coastal lettings resorts give the island a special holiday atmosphere. For Italian chic, the north and east of the island offers boutique shopping and fancy restaurants, with the south west of the island the destination of choice for those who want to relax in tranquil surroundings.

The island is renowned for its wide range of culinary options. The cuisine in Sicily derives from a mixture of cultures, including Greek, Roman, and Arabic, which have inhabited its land since the ancient times, turning it into a hub of culinary innovation. Head to the west of the island to Hostaria San Pietro, an extremely popular restaurant in the seaside town of Trapani. The menu is handwritten on a sheet of paper and only contains food that is fresh that day from the markets and boats.

If you are seeking the perfect destination for a romantic honeymoon, then look no further! Sicily is a dream destination for lovers and newlyweds, with stunning natural surroundings, countless restaurants with dazzling views and the unique romantic atmosphere of an Italian island. Take a sunset walk along one of Sicily’s many pristine beaches or explore the nooks and crannies of the architectural marvel of Sicily’s capital Palermo. In the evening spend a romantic evening at the opera at the Teatro Massimo. Whatever you chose to do, Sicily is a place to celebrate your love!

Sicily is very much a family-friendly destination. The island offers child-friendly excursions, various theme and adventure parks and even an active volcano you can explore together. Why not go horse riding on the beach at sunset? Located on the east of the island, Sicily Horse Riding tours can give your entire family memories to cherish for years to come. At Monti Rossi Adventure Park, your children can discover their inner Tarzan as they climb, swing and zip-line to their heart’s content.

Donkeys have a long history of living in Sicily. With the company Etna Donkey explore the highest volcano in Europe with these docile, strong, and faithful animals, which take you up the winding paths of Mount Etna.

Explore the stunning Sicilian nature by bike. You can peddle down narrow lanes, along olive groves and through quaint little villages, with bicycle rental shops located all over the island.

Bioparco Di Sicilia is not just an ordinary zoo. It promotes environmental and conservation awareness to its visitors and showcases over 50 species of animals for the zoo’s visitors to marvel at.

With Mount Etna in the background, this waterpark offers a variety of amusement rides and waterslides for families and adrenaline junkies alike. For a more relaxing atmosphere, you can simply float on a rafting river or swim in the largest wave pool in Europe.

The traditional art of puppetry has been practiced here for generations and is passed down to Sicilian children. In the puppet theatre in Syracuse, you can enjoy some exquisitely dressed dolls as they perform their hilarious show.

You have chosen the cheapest region in the country, at only£105.60 per night (2019 data).

If you want to make the most of your money, the cheapest months to visit Sicily are March (£86.87 the average price per night for accommodation), April (£92.8), and May (£95.12).

When it comes to looking for a holiday rental in Sicily, the months when it is most expensive are, in descending order, August, July and September with average prices per night of £143.64, £125.4, and £113.49, respectively.

Here, last-minute travellers are welcome, since the average availablity in Sicily is 62%, which is above the average in Italy, according to data from 2019.

The months when it's the easiest to find available accommodation in Sicily are March (the average amount of properties that are available reached 79.2% of the total in 2019), May (71.5%), and April (69%).

According to data from 2019, the months when it is most difficult to find accommodation in Sicily are, in order, August (with 33.8% of available rentals), July (45.75%), and September (55.5%).

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