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Big Square House

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, offices
Fridge, oven, stovetop, toaster

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Big Square House

In the heart of the central square, a stone's throw from a medieval castle, you will find Casa piazza grande in the historic center of Pietraperzia, ideal for a holiday with the Sicilian lifestyle. From the living room of the house you can enjoy and observe the life of the main square of the village. The house belonged to a Colonel of the Italian army, in 2017 it was completely restored, maintaining its original floors and some pieces of furniture. The bathrooms and kitchen have been completely redone, the kitchen is well equipped which allows you to prepare any dish, possibly with the help of the host, you can organize a typical Sicilian culinary experience from penne with zucchini to fried aubergines. The apartment is located on the first floor of a historic building with an entrance on the ground floor followed by a staircase leading to the upper floor which includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and lounge. Pietraperzia is the starting point for all excursions on the island, as the location is in the navel of Sicily. We are in a strategic area of Sicily, zero km away. there is the historic center with the old ruin of the Barresi - Branciforti Castle, with a beautiful historic center, with noble palaces and numerous churches, 21 km away. Mazzarino is located with its Byzantine Roman Castle with one of the most beautiful and interesting historical centers of Sicily (called little Noto) at 5 km. there is the nature reserve Monte Capodarso and Valle dell'Imera Meridionale, just 26 km away is Piazza Armerina - Villa Romana del Casale which is the largest archaeological discovery in Roman Sicily, since 1997 it is recognized by UNESCO, 26 km away Morgantina is the Greek city of the fourth century BC with one of the largest theaters that could accommodate five thousand spectators, Cefalù is a picturesque fishing town at 114 km, Caltagirone is the city of ceramics at 65 km, with a most famous staircase of the Sicily with majolica, 34 km away. Enna is called the belvedere of Sicily, they boast remarkable medieval and baroque monuments, 41 km away. Calascibetta is a typically medieval style, its origins are linked to Roger. The Byzantine Village is a 6th century settlement from the Byzantine Roman era and is a heritage of early Christianity, 77 km away. Sperlinga is located - Castle with defensive capacity is a very rare example of rock Castle with unique characteristics in the world, Rock village with houses in the rock, there are about fifty caves inhabited by the poorest families until 1960, 74 km away Agrigento - the Valley of the temples is an archaeological area of Sicily characterized by the exceptional state of conservation and by a series of important Doric temples. At 84 km. there is the Scala dei turchi is a rocky wall that rises steeply above the white sea. At 97 km. Torre Salsa is located, a nature reserve with one of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily. In Manfria the nearest beach is only 45 minutes away by car. A90 km. Catania is located and at 115 there is the capital of Sicily - Palermo. Pietraperzia (EN) is located at the foot of the medieval Castle, rich in history and sites to visit: Pyramid, King's Throne, Ancient Convent and some churches, Governor's house.
On Easter on Good Friday it is interesting to attend the feast of the Lord of the Bands.


Property manager

Carmelo

Languages

English, Italian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

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

Property is also known as

Splendid Casa Grande Square House Pietraperzia
Splendid Casa Grande Square House
Splendid Casa Grande Square Pietraperzia
Splend Casa Gran Square House
Splendid Casa Grande Square
Splendid Piazza Grande House
Gorgeous Piazza Grande House Pietraperzia
Gorgeous Piazza Grande House Private vacation home
Gorgeous Piazza Grande House Private vacation home Pietraperzia

About the neighborhood

Map
Pietraperzia, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Santa Maria La Nova - 17 min drive
  • Palazzo Moncada - 17 min drive
  • Castello di Pietrarossa - 17 min drive
  • Autodromo di Pergusa - 29 min drive
  • Villa Romana del Casale - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Caltanissetta Central Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Gelso Nero - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Agriturismo La Fattoria di San Francesco - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Alex - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Antico Egitto - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pub Retro - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Square House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Square House?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Square House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Square House located?

Located in the heart of Pietraperzia, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Benedictine Monastery, Palazzo Vescovile, and Fontana del Tritone. Museo Archeologico and Church of San Sebastiano are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Big Square House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

denise m., Berkeley Califorina

Liked: Cleanliness
Get to really know Sicily
First impression was dispelled when we opened all the shutters and let in the sunshine. It was fun sitting on the balcony to watch life below. Super friendly and helpful people. Wish there were more restos near but no problem. Stores nearby
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

haley t., Lafayette, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home for our family.
We stopped by Pietraperzia on our road trip around Sicily. Pietraperzia is conveniently located in near where the Villa Romana del Casale is. (Additionally, we had the best pizza of all time at the restaurant at the Belvedere.) The house had everything we needed and was just as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming location!
Carmelo was a wonderful host with some great suggestions on things to do! The balcony overlooking the piazza was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Piscataway, New Jersey, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful apartment!
Our host, Carmelo, was very accommodating and responsive to our inquiries such as recommended restaurants, shopping, pasticcerie, etc. Having a rental car, I was concerned about the availability of parking and asked before making the reservation. Carmelo replied that while there isn't any dedicated parking area/spot, one could park anywhere in the piazza without difficulty…and he was right! The apartment, which overlooks the piazza, was spotless, and we were very comfortable during our stay. The only thing that was an issue for us was the slow and intermittent internet connection. For our needs, we really require a reliable connection so this was somewhat frustrating but if this is not imperative for you, then this apartment and location are practically perfect! When not away from Pietraperzia sightseeing, we spent our time exploring the town, walking its many cobbled streets, and discovered a terrific lookout point nearby and above the Baresi castle ruin. We also enjoyed a Sunday "car show" of classic automobiles in the piazza. Having traveled throughout many areas of Sicily on this as well as previous trips, I have to say that Pietraperzia is one of the cleanest towns that we've stayed in, and many of the homes in this older section are well-maintained too. Despite internet issues, we enjoyed our week's visit here, and the apartment was well appointed. Be prepared for some narrow steep streets and delight in this beautiful town!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

anne L.

Lovely apartment
Large airy rooms with lovely furniture, well equipped. But there was some problem with the heating system and we had dinner with our coats on and woke up to a bracing 17°C. It was supposed to be checked and repaired today.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the center of Sicilian life
Spacious, well equipped and centrally located appartment overlooking the Grand Piazza; quick access to bars, pizzerias and shops. Very friendly and helpful owner / manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sizilien life
Top Lage im Zentrum des Ortes in ordentlichem Altbau. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Erkundungen im Zentrum der Insel (Villa Casale, Morgantina, Enna, Caltanisetta, Caltagirone, Piazza Armerina...). Typisch sizilianisches Flair. Erfreulich wenig Tourismus. Sehr freundlicher und hilfreicher Empfang vor Ort durch Carmelo.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

France G., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Bon accueil
Petite au cœur de la Sicile peu touristique qui nous permet de goûter l’authenticité Sicilienne
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ambiance typique d’un village sicilien
Appartement plein de charme au cœur d’un village sicilien, avec une magnifique vue sur la montagne et la place du village.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très agréable séjour
Très bon séjour, maison propre, bien équipé
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Uwe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great flat with view over central place
We enjoyed our short stay in Pietraperzia a lot. We recommend this flat as it has a lot of space and everything you need in kitchen and washing room. The flat has a great unique style with its classic furniture and ceramic floor tiles. The host Carmelo was very quick to respond and also showed us the way to the flat and where to park and gave us directions for shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es ist alles so, wie beschrieben und wir es uns gewünscht haben
Hallo, wir hatten eine schöne Zeit in dieser Wohnung. Sie ist genau so wie beschrieben und wir haben nichts vermisst. Die Menschen in diesem Ort sind sehr freundlich und die Landschaft drum rum wunderschön.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Carole L., Laval, quebec,canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Tratoria
Ne pas manquer le restaurant D’à Vincenzo pour la qualité de la nourriture le prix et l,accueil
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Davide B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spaziosa
La casa è veramente spaziosa e con la capacità di ospitare comodamente anche famiglie molto numerose. Centralissima rispetto al paese. Molto consigliata per alloggiare in questa zona.

10/10 Excellent

Hélène F., Pertuis, dans le Vaucluse. Entre Manosque et Aix-en-Provence.

Liked: Cleanliness
Que de bonnes surprises!!!
Maison pleine de charme dans laquelle adultes et enfants se sont sentis bien tout de suite, une maison avec une âme. Très bien entretenue. accueil efficace et agréable d.Olga (les enfants vous remercient pour la mayonnaise et le ketshup dans le frigo). Maison spacieuse, trèsbien située pour découvrir l’intérieur des terres. Merci beaucoup de nous avoir permis de vivre ces jours dans votre maison. Hélène
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Manuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ottimo appartamento
Esperienza piacevole..un appartamento molto spazioso..completo di TUTTO..possibilità di cucinare.. La signora Olga molto gentile e professionale.