Spagnola
Locality
Motya, Trapani
Zone
Seaside
Sleeps
14
Bathrooms
4
Features
Big 19th century villa at few metres from the Motya's islands, lush garden, little pool
Ideal for
Large groups, lovers the charme of the past
Description
This big 19th century villa is set in Marsala and overlooks the Stagnone lagoon, just 800 metres from the little pier from which boats to the archeological site of Motya leave.
The villa has been entirely restored and still keeps – both inside and outside – the charm of the past. When restoring it, the owners used traditional building techniques and were careful to re-use original materials, such as old majolica tiles whenever possible. The villas is still furnished with many pieces of original furniture.
Spagnola is divided in two main parts – one of them is still under restoration.
The villa can sleep a maximum of 18 people and is divided in many levels, all of them linked by an huge antique staircase. It is surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean style garden, with a parterre and a large courtyard at the entrance. A wonderful avenue bordered with miniature columns leads to the old Coffehouse and to other secluded spots, where you can imagine the guests of long ago coming to chat and gossip, as they watched the play of water on the old majolica fountain set in the centre.
The old cistern, formerly used for irrigating the garden, has been transformed into a small pool, where guests can cool down on hot days. As well as many citrus trees, there is a kitchen garden from which you can get seasonal produce.
Just outside the villa gates is an old pier from where you can swim in the shallow sea water of the Stagnone.
4 extra beds can be added by renting the cottage, which has an independent entrance
The villa has been entirely restored and still keeps – both inside and outside – the charm of the past. When restoring it, the owners used traditional building techniques and were careful to re-use original materials, such as old majolica tiles whenever possible. The villas is still furnished with many pieces of original furniture.
Spagnola is divided in two main parts – one of them is still under restoration.
The villa can sleep a maximum of 18 people and is divided in many levels, all of them linked by an huge antique staircase. It is surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean style garden, with a parterre and a large courtyard at the entrance. A wonderful avenue bordered with miniature columns leads to the old Coffehouse and to other secluded spots, where you can imagine the guests of long ago coming to chat and gossip, as they watched the play of water on the old majolica fountain set in the centre.
The old cistern, formerly used for irrigating the garden, has been transformed into a small pool, where guests can cool down on hot days. As well as many citrus trees, there is a kitchen garden from which you can get seasonal produce.
Just outside the villa gates is an old pier from where you can swim in the shallow sea water of the Stagnone.
4 extra beds can be added by renting the cottage, which has an independent entrance
Surroundings
This tiny island just off the coast north of Marsala was once the home of the Phoenician colony that was expelled in 379 BC and founded Lilibeo (Marsala). The island's role in the events of Sicily's early Phoenician period (before 600 BC) far transcended its diminutive size.
The island of Mozia, which is owned and operated by a foundation established by the winemaking Whitaker family (who built the Anglican Church and Villa Malfitano in Palermo), has a remarkable museum and the ruins of an equally remarkable civilization, complete with a harbor and cemetery. Mozia and its unique museum provide the visitor with a rare unspoiled glimpse into Sicily's Phoenician past.
Mothia itself was founded before 700 BC on the island now known as San Pantaleo in a large lagoon ("Stagnone").
The island of Mozia, which is owned and operated by a foundation established by the winemaking Whitaker family (who built the Anglican Church and Villa Malfitano in Palermo), has a remarkable museum and the ruins of an equally remarkable civilization, complete with a harbor and cemetery. Mozia and its unique museum provide the visitor with a rare unspoiled glimpse into Sicily's Phoenician past.
Mothia itself was founded before 700 BC on the island now known as San Pantaleo in a large lagoon ("Stagnone").
Distances
Trapani airport: 18km / 10miles
Palermo airport: 100km / 62miles
Catania airport: 332km / 205miles
Marsala centre: 2 km / 1,2 miles
Selinunte: 55km / 34miles
Erice: 50km / 31miles
Palermo airport: 100km / 62miles
Catania airport: 332km / 205miles
Marsala centre: 2 km / 1,2 miles
Selinunte: 55km / 34miles
Erice: 50km / 31miles
Details
Outside:
Parterre
Small pine woods
Large yard and entrance to the villa
Orchard
Columned avenue
Lawn with garden furniture
Fountain, Coffeehouse, and small pool
Parking area
Inside
Ground floor:
Living/dining room with small kitchen
3 bedrooms (2 twins and 1 double)
3 bathrooms
Dressing rooms and 2 showers
Main kitchen
The first flight of stairs leads to 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, while the second flight of stairs leads to the main living room with studio annexe
Here there is also:
1 double bedroom with boudoir
2 twin rooms
1 bathroom
A large terrace overlooking the garden
Parterre
Small pine woods
Large yard and entrance to the villa
Orchard
Columned avenue
Lawn with garden furniture
Fountain, Coffeehouse, and small pool
Parking area
Inside
Ground floor:
Living/dining room with small kitchen
3 bedrooms (2 twins and 1 double)
3 bathrooms
Dressing rooms and 2 showers
Main kitchen
The first flight of stairs leads to 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, while the second flight of stairs leads to the main living room with studio annexe
Here there is also:
1 double bedroom with boudoir
2 twin rooms
1 bathroom
A large terrace overlooking the garden
Good to know
Highs: romantic garden, small pool, a few metres to the sea
Lows:villa too personalized
Lows:villa too personalized
