This lovely Villa is ensconced in exceptional and luxuriant gardens, where wonderful sea views are revealed between the many palm trees. A beautiful free form pool has been naturalised into the rocky landscaping overlooked by a loggia, perfect for outdoor, Mediterranean style holiday living. Villa Maddalena is laid out over 3 levels, with 2 en suite bedrooms in a newly converted annexe. It is just a short walk to the rocky coastline where bathing is in crystal clear waters. Location This lovely Villa is ensconced in exceptional and luxuriant gardens, where wonderful sea views are revealed between the many palm trees. A beautiful free form pool has been naturalised into the rocky landscaping overlooked by a loggia, perfect for outdoor, Mediterranean style holiday living. Villa Maddalena is laid out over 3 levels, with 2 en suite bedrooms in a newly converted annexe. It is just a short walk to the rocky coastline where bathing is in crystal clear waters. Location Twenty minutes or so drive south of Syracuse, Vila Maddalena sits In the heart of the Plemmirio marine reserve just a short walk to the coast, where the bathing from the lava rocks is in the clearest of water. Nearby is a fully equipped Lido, open June - September. It is an easy drive to the beautiful beaches of Fontane Bianche and Cala Mosche. This is an excellent base for visiting Syracuse, and the Baroque towns of Noto, Modica and Ragusa. Outside Villa Maddalena Free form pool - 12m x 6m, with depths of 1.20m - 2.20m. Roman step entry plus sloping entry. Open 1 April - 15 November Sun terrace - Sun beds and parasol Sea View Garden - Outstanding private garden laid out in natural style with rocks and many palms. Upper Sea View Terrace - Rattan sofa and two chairs, extending sun shade Loggia - Covered sea view terrace with table and chairs, purpose built barbecue and wood oven, double sink Laundry - Washing machine Shower room - Walk in shower, Wc, wash hand basin Inside Villa Maddalena Lower Level - Playroom with external access only Shower room - Walk in shower, Wc, bidet, wash hand basin. Kitchenette - 2 ring ceramic hob, fridge, sink. Ground Floor Level Open plan living room Sitting area - 2 seater sofa, 2 seater sofa bed, Tv (limited channels/news only). with satellite reception Dvd player. Cd player Air con unit. Dining area - round table and 4 chairs, French doors to sea view terrace. Kitchen - 4 ring gas hob and electric oven, dishwasher, microwave, large fridge/freezer, breakfast table, French doors to upper terrace. Double bedroom - 1 double bed, wardrobe, sea view window. Air con unit. Shower room - Walk-in shower, hand basin, bidet, Wc First Floor Level Double bedroom - 1 double bed, wardrobe, side window. Air con unit. Twin bedroom - 2 single beds, wardrobe, garden view window. Air con unit Shower room - Walk-in shower, hand basin, bidet, Wc Annexe (accessed from the outside) Double bedroom - 1 double bed, wardrobe, air con unit, & en-suite shower and small terrace Double bedroom - 1 double bed, air con unit.& en-suite shower, patio. Housekeeping Your Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and beds will be made up. Bed linen - changed every 7 days. House towels - changed twice every 7 days Bedrooms and bathrooms weekly clean. Parking - Covered Parking for 1 car and more park under trees on drive. Extra things to note *Electricity & Air-Con - 300 kwh per week is included in the price (reasonable consumption). Usage above 200 kwh per week, will be payable locally at 0.40€/kwh There is a Security Deposit of 500 euros There will be a local tourist tax of 2.81€ per person per night up to a maximum of 7 nights, payable locally at this property. Check in/Check out Check-in: 16:00 - 21:00, Late arrivals: 21:00 - 24:00 only if agreed charged 30€ Check-out: 08:00 - 10:00 The villa and pool is for your private use only as well as the garden. Bed linen & towels are provided as well as pool towels. The cleaner will come in during your stay & change them, depending on how many days you are staying. All of this is included in the price. A local contact is provided to you for any issues you may experience whilst in the villa, and we at Freelance Villas can be contacted via AirBnB messaging. Freelance Villas provides a Digital Guide Book, which tells you all about the important things ie. WiFi codes, hot water systems, where to take your rubbish & how things generally work in the villa. Plus, you will find further details about places to go, beach maps and eating out guide. Syracuse – one among the most beautiful cities of the Mediterranean Sea – is situated right on the coast facing the sea, it is rich in history and monuments and expresses the whole range and cultural complexity of Sicily from prehistory up to present days. The ancient small town of Greek origin was founded by the Corinthians in 734 B.C. and in the course of the years underwent several rules: Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans… The town was razed to the ground by the tragic earthquake of 1693, soon afterwards was rebuilt according to a prevalently baroque style and still nowadays its historical downtown pervades with a pretty fascinating eighteenth century atmosphere. Numerous are its monuments worth visiting: the Duomo (Cathedral), the Fonte Aretusa (Fount of Aretusa), the Castello Maniace (Castle of the Maniace family), the Teatro Greco (Greek Theatre), the Orecchio di Dioniso (Ear of Dionysus’ cave), the Castello Eurialo (Castle of Eurialo). To those ones who are fond of nature and trekking we recommend, besides the renowned bathing localities, the Riserva Naturale di Cavagrande del Cassibile (Natural Reserve) crossed by a short river which in its course creates some natural small lakes where one gets the chance to take a bath surrounded by an oasis of sheer Mediterranean vegetation. At late evening it is really nice taking a walk along the sea-front promenade of Ortigia Island where one may taste the sesame flavoured “torrone” (kind of nougat) or drink a glass of “Rosso di Pachino” (red wine). Cultural events take place all the year long but the classical plays of the Greek tragedies – staged in the ancient theatre of Syracuse during the months of May and June – have international fame. A car is necessary. Included services - Swimming pool: Services available according to season Opening date: 01/04. Closing date: 15/11. Price: Included in the booking- Pool/Beach Towels: Price: Included in the booking - tree-nation, 2x trees planted : Price: Included in the booking - Bed linen: Change each 7 days - Towels: Change each 4 days Optional services - Baby high chair: Price: Included in the booking. - Cot/Crib: Price: Included in the booking.