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Mazzarino: In one of the most interesting historical centers of Sicily

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedroomsSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mazzarino: In one of the most interesting historical centers of Sicily

Situated in the heart of Sicily, Mazzarino offers to its visitors a rich cultural, artistic and gastronomic heritage. Churches, palaces, castels, archaeological sites dominate this old mediaval town. It is situated in a strategic position to visit the most famous historic, artistic,and natural landmarks of the island:Piazza Armerina and the Villa Romana del casale; Agrigento and its Valley of the Temples; Palermo with its elegant buildings; Cefalù with its Norman heritage and its clear sea; Caltagirone and its precious pottery; Gela and its Greek archaeological sites; Catania and Noto famous for their baroque buildings; and last but not least Ragusa with Mantalbano's novel settings.

Property manager

concetta rita cardamone

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

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Mazzarino, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Atrium - 25 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Thermae - 25 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Cathedral of Piazza Armerina - 27 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Villa Romana del Casale - 28 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Autodromo di Pergusa - 38 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • Campobello Ravanusa Station - 52 min drive
  • Vincenzo Magliocco Airport (CIY) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Gelso Nero - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flamingo Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Marconi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Cantina di Bacco Ristorante - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Day - Nighit - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mazzarino: In one of the most interesting historical centers of Sicily pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Mazzarino: In one of the most interesting historical centers of Sicily located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly apartment building is within 12 mi (20 km) of Benedictine Monastery, Mother Church of Saint Thomas, and Piazza Duomo. Church of San Rocco and Butera Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Mazzarino: In one of the most interesting historical centers of Sicily Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
appartement conforme et bien situé
je suis originaire Sicilien. bel appartement, avec une grande terrasse. situé en centre ville. vous n'êtes pas loin de la mer, d'Agrigento (temples Grecs) , Piazza Armerina (villa Romana delcasale), Caltagirone ...., J'ai petit déjeuné quasiment tout les matin à Ariston Dolci à quelques pas de l'appartement. j'ai passée deux semaines agréables. La discrétion des propriétaires que j'ai apprecié et aussi l'intérêt de que portait Concetta pour mon confort durant mon séjour. je recommande vivement cet appartement.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Original Sicily
A beautiful apartment, fantastically located in the middle of a beautiful city. Narrow streets, lively promenades, fascinating facades, simply enchanting. We would have liked to take this great terrace with us to Germany. And the most beautiful of all is the exceptionally nice, attentive, helpful, wonderful host family. Many thanks for everything, Rita! We will come back in any case!

8/10 Good

alain f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Voyage très bien accès difficile petites rues
Location très bien
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Fantastic accommodation, great hospitality, lovely town
Could not fault the apartment, with a terrrace, generous rooms, and everything we could need. It was spotless, and perfectly situated in the heart of the old town. Rita and her son were SO helpful, and attentive. Just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

bar g.

remote location difficult to drive in
apartment on the third floor (European 2nd) is roomy with a full kitchen and washing machine. it could be updated and probably in the summer when you can use the outside deck it is lovely. the town is full of churches but the street are so narrow it is almost impossible to negotiate. parking is very problematic. there are a few choices for dinner but most reopen around 8 or 8.30.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

felix S.

Ville de l'interieur de la sicile,mazzarino est bien située pour itinérer
Appartement confortable placé en centre-ville.les commerçants sont très disponibles envers les touristes.excellent accueil de rita.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mila A.

Muy bien el apartamento en la parte vieja de Mazzarino con una muy agradable terraza .
Rita ha sido una anfitriona 5 estrellas que hace que todo sea facil para el viajero. El apartamento dispone de todo lo necesario, incluida una botella de exquisito vino de la variedad de uva de la zona (nero d'avola). La zona es de acceso complicado por las carreteras q lo rodean en muy mal estado en ocasiones, pero la visita merece la pena. En una media hora puedes estar en la playa de Falconara y en 20 minutos visitando la expectacular villa del Casale.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pierre B.

Hotesse et appartement inoubliables
L'appartement est confortable, très bien équipé et décoré.La terrasse est agréable et permet de grands moments de convivialité. Rita est une hôtesse inoubliable qui a éclairé notre séjour par sa gentillesse et sa disponibilité( Choix et réservation d'un restaurant, renseignements diverses sur la Sicile).
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Connie W.

Nice apartment in Mazzarino
We stayed at Rita's apartment in Mazzarino for five nights in April. It was in a good location within easy walking distance of the towns main streets and sights. It was comfortable and quiet and close to everything we needed. It made a good home base for driving around the area. Rita was a friendly and helpful host, who seemed genuinely interested in ensuring that we enjoyed our stay in the area. She speaks English, and gave us excellent advice on less well known towns to visit within driving distance of Mazzarino. She gave us pasta sauce that she made from fava beans from her garden and her son carried a heavy bag up and down the stairs for us. They were nice people who we enjoyed meeting. They live in the same building as the apartment, which is convenient. If you are looking for a smaller, more authentic, not touristy town to balance out your visits to all of the famous spots of Sicily Mazzarino is a good choice. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

rosy g.

Splendida vacanza!
Abbiamo soggiornato io e mio marito dal 2/8 all'8/8/2016. La casa è bella, pulita, fresca ecc.....ci siamo trovati benissimo. Preziosa è stata Rita che con i suoi consigli ci ha fato visitare posti bellissimi!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

loredana c., ascoli piceno

Una piacevole sorpresa
Davvero una piacevole sorpresa. ...una casa curata in ogni piccolo dettaglio dalle lenzuola ricamate al sacchetto di lavanda negli asciugamani alla bottiglia di vino con due calici e altre accortezze che ti fanno sentire coccolata . Rita da quando la contattate è sempre pronta a darvi mille consigli per rendere la vostra vacanza perfetta. Mazzarino poi è una cittadina deliziosa e avrete modo di ammirarla anche dalla splendida terrazza della casa . Che altro aggiungere. ....non avete ancora chiamato? Sbrigatevi allora .....Grazie ancora Rita ....Loredana e Maurizio
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

patrick s.

Extraordinaire hôtesse et appartement
Tout était parfait, l'appartement est très grand et parfaitement aménagé avec tout ce qu'il faut pour passer de très agréables vacances. graziemille à Rita pour son aide précieuse pour le choix des activités, les choix de restos,... Une vraie perle Sicilienne. Merci Rita de nous avoir fait sentir comme chez-nous.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill L., Sydney Australia

A real home from home with perfect hospitality
This apartment is spacious, comfortable and well fitted out - you feel instantly right at home. Rita is generous, warm and friendly, making you feel a welcome guest. The town is lovely with gorgeous buildings, old squares and wonderful views of the beautiful countryside. We had the best meal of our 6 week holiday at Vidi, just around the corner. We wished we could have stayed longer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Cécile P.

sejour au calme dans la campagne sicilienne
Petite maison à la campagne, charmante à souhait au milieu des arbres fruitiers. Joli linge de maison et propriétaires charmants et de très bon conseil pour visiter la région. Le vin de leur propriété est très agréable. Beau séjour qui donne envie de revenir en Sicile et chez eux!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

A terrific place!
This was a terrific place. Rita was extremely friendly and helpful. The apartment is comfortable, and she arranged the bedrooms to suit us, which was very nice. There was lots of hot water, and pantry items, so easy to settle in. The big outside terrace was very nice. The town itself was great, with a wide main street and interesting churches and castle ruins, and not touristy at all so people were friendly and interested in finding out who we were and where we came from. (The people at the grocery store even gave us a gift of a bottle of wine for having shopped there!) A great experience!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

andre n., Brunssum

Lovely authentic home base to discover Sicily
The location of the apartment, situated at the center of Mazzarino, was a great place to be. In the three weeks I travelled around in Sicily (every week another appartment), this would be my favorite. The atmosphere and the kindness of the people is amazing. Rita is a great hostess and her focus is to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Mazzarino is located centrally on the Island and is suitable to be the base to discover many areas: temples, mosaïc, ceramics, the beach, outlet center, country side, mountains ...). Rita thank you for bringing Sicily closer to our hearts. Next time in Sicily, I will certainly book the apartment again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Vacanza primaverile in Sicilia
Alloggio molto curato, pulito, grande e comodissimo. Terrazzo molto apprezzato fin dai primi di maggio, e forse anche prima. Accoglienza generosa e grande disponibilità, specialmente di Rita. Una famiglia che riesce a promuovere il proprio territorio e a farlo conoscere ed apprezzare con semplicità e raffinatezza. Un paesino da scoprire: elegante e ricco di storia, animato e pacato allo stesso tempo. Da non perdere!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michel V.

Very nice place!
The apartment is large enough for 4-5 persons. Kitchen well equipped, very nice terrace, quiet surrounding, comfortable main bedroom (we did not use the other one). But the most important aspect is the very warm welcome of Rita and Rino, the owners. They live in the building just on the upper floor. We had good advises from them, Rita spoiled us with fresh fruits, butter, jam, etc. As soon as we needed something, they tried to provide it for us. Mazzarino is a typical rural town on top of a hill among the fields but you have every convenient thing you need next door to the flat. The surroundings are quiet and relaxing.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Comme à la maison
Un accueil chaleureux, un appartement spacieux et confortable joliment situé, une grande terrasse... La personnalité attachante de Rita contribue à renforcer ce sentiment d'être "comme à la maison". La magie de cet endroit, c'est de vous immerger pleinement dans la Sicile "de l'intérieur", celle du centre des terres, loin des sentiers battus, mais aussi celle du cœur...On y découvre avec bonheur l'authenticité et la gentillesse de ses habitants- dont la spontanéité donne cette étrange impression de les connaître depuis longtemps... Alors bien entendu, quand arrive le moment du départ, on ne peut que ressentir un vif pincement au cœur... Avec le désir ardent de revenir au plus vite...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

samson v.

An excellent introduction to Sicily!
An excellent place to discover the rest of the East Sicilian coast. The apartment is more than adequate for three people. A spacious rooftop terrace that ensured that we had a view on the other terra cotta roof tops and at the same time ensuring privacy. Concerning the proprietor, we couldn't ask for a better host than Rita, who welcomed us with open arms and gave us a taste of their excellent wines and recommended excellent places to visit and eat not only in Mazzarino but in the surrounding areas as well. The apartment is clean, well equipped lacking nothing. We thoroughly enjoyed staying here and would not hesitate to return for future holidays - for the authenticity of the location and the helpfulness and discretion of the hostess. A great deal and bargain.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom S., Birmingham

Atmospheric Mazzarino
The apartment was delicious, tasteful, classy and comfortable, and right in the centre of the town. Mazzarino is a lovely welcoming place. There are great shops, a good market each week, a local outdoor swimming pool, quirky little streets, with bars and restaurants. For such a small town it is a bustling place with lots going on. Rita, who owns the apartment, is the loveliest hostess you could ever imagine meeting. Full of excellent advice, suggestions and care she made our week-long stay seem far too short. She made us feel very welcome and was great ambassador for Mazzarino and Sicily. There are some lovely towns and coastline within 3/4 - 1 hour drive - such as Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone and the beach at Mollarella. The whole area is stunning to drive around and while the roads are tricky, they are no worse that anywhere else in Sicily. Rita suggest a couple of restaurants in Mazzarino which were fantastic and we would recommend them too, Canttina Di Bacco and Tentazioni. All in all, a great place to stay and a good loaction to visit other parts of Sicily. We hope to return soon. Tom and Eva, Birmingham
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Meravigliosa ospitalità siciliana
Staying in Mazzarino is off the typical tourist path of Sicily, but I think not for long. This wonderful village is a Sicilian gem, rich in history, culture and cuisine. Addionally the sense of community, friendliness, warmth and hospitality of the Mazzarino people is something that I never expected, and it humbled me immensly. Rita and Rino are outstanding hosts, we wanted for nothing and our comfort was a priority for them. We have forged wonderful friendships in Mazzarino as a result, and I know we will be drawn back many times. If you are wanting a holiday experience to submerge yourself in Sicilian life, then look no further to stay with Rita and Rino in Mazzarino. Their estate wines of Torre Favara are also outstanding. Overall a wonderful holiday experience I will never forget. Thank you Rita and Rino, truly 5 star! Italian Soggiornare a Mazzarino è fuori dal percorso turistico tipico della Sicilia , ma io non credo a lungo . Questo meraviglioso villaggio è un gioiello siciliano , ricco di storia , cultura e cucina . Addionally il senso di comunità , la cordialità , il calore e l'ospitalità della gente Mazzarino è una cosa che non mi aspettavo , e mi ha umiliato immensamente . Rita e Rino sono albergatori eccezionali , abbiamo voluto per niente e il nostro comfort era una priorità per loro . Abbiamo forgiato meravigliose amicizie in Mazzarino come risultato , e so che saremo trascinati indietro molte volte . Se volete una esperienza di vacanza per immergerti nella vita siciliana , allora non cercate oltre a stare con Rita e Rino a Mazzarino . I loro vini immobiliari della Torre Favara sono anche eccezionali . Nel complesso una vacanza meravigliosa che non dimenticherò mai . Grazie Rita e Rino , veramente a 5 stelle !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jean-marc D.

parfaite et très accueillante.
L'appartement est parfait,un vrai chez soi avec une terrasse immense. Rita a été aux petits soins avec nous,que de bons conseils et même une leçon de cuisine à domicile.Rita nous portait toujours quelque chose des salades,des tomates...et nous avons connu grâcieusement le vin qu'elle produit avec son mari.J'en ai déjà parlé à des amis,ils ont hâte de la connaitre.Nous avons beaucoup voyagé à travers toute l'île,sur les conseils de Rita et tout nous a plu,les lieux chargés d'histoire et la merveilleuse cuisine sicilienne dans tous les restaurants à chaque étape que nous faisions. Chaque fois que je retournerai en Sicile,j'irai à Mazzarino voir Rita qui nous a si bien accueillis,ainsi que tous les Siciliens que nous avons rencontrés,des gens simples et généreux.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Henrik Brask P.

Great place to stay in Sicily
We have stayed for one week in Mazzarino. We really enjoyed our stay. Mazzarino is a small and cosy town in the center of Sicily with many churches and artistic decorations. The town also has the ruins of an old castello. The food is good - we can especially recomend Cantina di Baccio The flat is simply excellent. It is very clean and well kept, and the there is plenty of room. The interior decoration and style is homely and tasteful. We especially enjoyed having breakfast on the roof-terrace. Ritha was very helpful when we planned our trip and had a lot of suggestions of what to see and do. During our stay she was just as helpful, and out of her way to make our stay perfect. For instance she brought us homecooked food we could try the real Sicilian food. She had also prepared our arrival by having some basic food in the fridge and two bottles of their own produced wine. We can higly recommend this place for a shorter or longer stay.