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Consider a stay at House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house

  • Villa Gulliver's nest is located in the Fraginesi district in the Castellammare del Golfo area, where it is possible to find all the primary services such as banks, emergency rooms, supermarkets, etc. Palermo airport is only about 40 km away and Trapani airport 45 km away. Guidaloca beach is located about 3 km from the house and about 6 km from Scopello, 7 km from the Zingaro nature reserve and about 6 km from the beach of Mazzo di Sciacca. The villa is equipped with WI-FI internet and swimming pool. The villa has four double bedrooms. three of which are on the ground floor while the other below, adjacent to the villa Obviously all three rooms are air-conditioned, except the one below as it is cool in summer and warm in winter. Furthermore, the house includes a large living room with sofa bed, a large eat-in kitchen, an outdoor patio where you can very well have lunch, dinner and breakfast. three bathrooms inside, one of which has a shower with a bathtub, two of them with a shower only and another one outside near the swimming pool. The villa can accommodate from a minimum of people up to 6, 8, taking advantage of the three bedrooms with sofa attached to 10. beds, also taking advantage of the room below. In case there are babies or small children, always under request and approval, the house can accommodate up to a maximum of 12 people. Car parking is inside the villa. The entrance to the villa is contiguous to the welcoming garden decorated and cared for in a Mediterranean style, in the middle of which is the brand new state-of-the-art swimming pool in the field of water sterilization, with a salt water system. Furthermore, the jacuzzi can also be used up to a maximum of 8, where the traveler can enjoy relaxation with a fantastic hydromassage, chromotherapy and ozone therapy. The garden with swimming pool is equipped with bathroom and outdoor shower. The interior is very cool in summer thanks also to the presence of air conditioners, which provide relief when the days are rather hot. its interior is spacious, comfortable, furnished in a very simple and non-binding style, making your stay at Villa Gulliver's nest serene, easy, immediate. Furthermore, the area in which the house is located puts the holidaymaker in a position to have many alternatives, such as choosing to experience relaxation inside the villa but still in contact with nature, or choosing to reach some of the most beautiful beaches in the area and in Sicily in just a few minutes. Rates may be discounted in relation to the length of stay.
    The deposit and the tourist tax will be paid on site upon delivery of the keys. The deposit will be returned in accordance with the contractual regulations. cost of sheets, water gas Cleaning, towels costs already listed in the price.
    hot water (500 liters per day in summer) the rooms will be individually disinfected with ozone to deliver the aseptic rooms to the travellers. tourist tax with registration of the contract 2.50 euros per day per person. heating has an extra cost during the winter
    light consumption 40 cents KW (per click) plus VAT while the use of the jacuzzi 1 euro per click plus VAT.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: solo all'esterno dell'abitazione

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pulizie finali con ozono e disinfestazione esterna, cambio acqua piscina, disinfettazione esterna come pavimento piscina costo 200,00 Euro.
In case of cold temperatures , the cost of heating is 15 euros per day. tax city and registration of the contract 2 euros per day
electricity 45 cents for a kw hour. for the jacuzzi is 90 cents kw Water, linen, towels, hot water, gas 100,00 euro

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Solo all'esterno dell'abitazione

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number IT081005C2R3HWDFU9

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Castellammare del Golfo, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ethno-Anthropological Museum Annalisa Buccellato and Museo dell'Acqua e dei Mulini are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tonnara of Scopello and Castello Arabo Normanno. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Castellammare del Golfo travel guide
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Castellammare del Golfo

What's nearby

  • A beach with numerous sun umbrellas and people enjoying the water.
    Guidaloca Beach
    12 min drive - 4.8 km
  • A coastal town with historic architecture, clear blue waters, and rocky outcrops.
    Tonnara of Scopello
    18 min drive - 8.1 km
  • A swimmer in clear turquoise water with rocky cliffs in the background.
    Faraglioni Beach
    18 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Presepe Vivente di Balata di Baida
    14 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cala Bianca
    15 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Castellammare del Golfo Station
    24 min drive
  • Palermo (PMO-Punta Raisi)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Made 'N Sicilia Il Giardino Scopello
    12 min drive
  • Red Pepper Sicilian Steak House
    13 min drive
  • La Timpa
    15 min drive
  • La Tonnara
    14 min drive
  • Luxor
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House / Villa Gulliver's nest, scopello, Castellammare del GolfoBig house located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Guidaloca Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cala Bianca and Piazza Petrolo. Cala Petrolo and Largo Petrolo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 61 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 61 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful vacation

We all slept fantastic on a very good matters and it's not so common to sleep so well on a vacation holiday, the house was very clean and the owner welcomed us with a fantastic dinner, the owner gave us important tips how to enjoy our holiday at the best, the house is located in a very strategic place where we could reach in a few minutes all the main beaches such as.. Guida Loca, la tunnara, mazzo di Sciacca and the natural reserve lo zingaro...... I do really recommend for any tourists who wants to spend a great vacation in this beautiful place. It's just a hint ask the owner to cook for you a fantastic sicilian dinner, for sure you will be very surprised and happy...... Thank you Giovanni for having taking into consideration all our requests... Kind regards from all us..... Salih Alahwal
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa in gorgeous settings

We stayed in villa Raffa with our family whilst we toured Sicily in mid August 2024. From the moment we checked in our host Giovanni made us feel very welcome and went through all logistics and attractions nearby. The villa itself was beautiful and in a great location only a few minutes drive from the beach. The pool was the highlight of our kid’s break especially it being salt water and without chlorine was a massive bonus for the little ones. The hot tub was not hot but the coldness of it was refreshing as it was so hot that it was a welcome treat. Again no chlorine was used which was great. However, what made our stay extra special was Giovanni’s hosting. He was always available, attentive and went out of his way to make us all feel welcome. Going as far as to bring us his homemade pesto and baking a lasagna with organic aubergines for the 8 of us. So yummy! I cannot thank him enough as he really did make our holiday extra special. Always laughing and joking around, what a great character. He really was a fantastic host with such a beautiful villa which allowed us all to relax and enjoy our much needed Sicilian holiday! Many thanks Giuseppina Urso
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay and great host

The villa is in need of some modernisation and decluttering. It was not clean in a number of rooms and smelled musty. It is also very dark Inside the property. However there was a modern sofa , good mattresses and a smart TV, so it was very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, with great coffee machine options. Could do with a knife sharpener or sharp knives. However the outside space with the pool and jacuzzi is really great. We loved eating outside. The host is lovely. He made us food on arrival. We also had a fantastic meal cooked by him for our friends birthday. which we paid for. The host is quite a personality as well as a trained chef! He was very kind to us and made it a special occasion. Food beautiful. I would say that the pricing needs to be more upfront in the booking information as there are additional costs in the house rules section such as 200euros for cleaning and additional electricity use cost. Overall I think it is value for money, but it would aid transparency to simplify the costings in the up front booking. Our electricity costs were 50 euro for 4 nights stay with only one night use in the jacuzzi for a hour. This was a discounted rate and we were only around the property at night. Go prepared to Cook at night because you would need to drive to restaurants. It is however a lovely place to spend time relaxing in the evening. The Accomodation was fantastically located to enjoy the beaches and boat trip around Zingaro Nature Reserve
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulliver’s Travel

Beautiful Villa with an amazing host (Giovanni) who prepared 2 delicious Sicilian meals for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Feels like home

The Villa is beautifully landscaped and the interior is very comfortable. I found myself referring to it as "home" on several occasions! The Villa was impeccably clean as were the linens and appliances. The mountain views from the Villa are breathtaking! Our Host was very gracious and accommodating.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Our stay in Gullivers Nest

We have enjoyed our stay in Gullivers Nest, located in a quiet environment close to Castellamare. The house is spacious and we liked very much the big garden with the swimming pool. Gullivers Nest is an excellent starting point to explore north west Sicily. At arrival we needed to pay cash a deposit to owner which was refunded with deduction of the electricity consumption during our stay a few days after we returned home. The owner Giovanni Rappa is friendly and helpfull.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Archival

6/10 Okay

House was uninhabitable

Arriving to the Gullivers Nest, we found out that the previous renter, had caused problems with the toilet and pipelines. But the owner found us an alternative, in a resort, also with swimmingpool. So he did a great job, and was very responsable to find a fantastic place, and not to spoil our vacation in Sicily. Despite the problems, we had a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A place worth to spend your holidays

The house, a single storey building was delightful with loads of space; 3 large truly double bedrooms, a huge living area and massive kitchen. Everything was clean and tidy with cleaning materials provided (unusual in our experience). Outside the garden was secluded with high fences and a secure gate. The pool was a reasonable size for cooling off and the furniture was all brand new and of high quality. What was exceptional though was the owner; he welcomed us on arrival with a simple, but delicious lunch. He then entertained us to a further lunch half way through our holiday and finally gave us a full dinner at the end. His cooking was excellent with all local ingredients and he was a genial and entertaining host, as for his language skills, they were amazing switching between Italian, English and French in one conversation. Overall a delightful place to stay as a base for a holiday in Sicily.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice house but too many extra expenses

The pool and outdoor area is as described and the area with mountainview is very beautiful. We a had a great week in Gullivers nest, but we were not happy about all the ekstra money we had to pay for ekstra cleaning and for power. We also had to pay ekstra for filling water in the spa even though we didnt use it. The kitchen lacks equipment for cooking and the power went on and off all the time. All in all we had a good holiday, but the price didn´t match the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location in Castellammare

We greatly enjoyed staying at this property. The house is spacious, well-appointed and comfortable but we especially enjoyed the pool and the shaded outdoor dining area where we would have breakfast and lunch and enjoy the magnificent views of the surrounding area and mountains. It is truly a beautiful property. The host Giovanni was very friendly and helpful with regard to both the house and things to do in the area. On top of that, he provided us with a delicious lunch (with local wine) on the day of our arrival. I had mentioned one of our daughters is on a gluten-free diet, so he made the pasta GF. Much appreciated. During the stay he also delivered a very tasty local style of pizza. The property is very convenient to the city, which we enjoyed even more than we anticipated, as well as to the beaches in San Vito Lo Capo and other local attractions. I would highly recommend this property and would stay here again if we have the good fortune to get back to Sicily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Villa Guliver’s Nest is p...

Villa Guliver’s Nest is peaceful and comfortable place to rest. House is located in quiet and peaceful area with beautiful views for the mountains. When you will want to take some walk or jogging, you will see the fantastic view on Mediterranean sea. The house is very big and comfortable for 7-8 person, not decorated like holiday house , but like normal use house, equipped with all devices needed in everyday life. There is fantastic big kitchen when you can prepare dishes. In front of the house there is a swimming pool and maintained garden. If you will need any help host Giovanni Rappa will serve a council. At the beginning he greeted us with Sicilian dinner. During the entire stay he willingly gave us advice on local customs , food, places to visit. Thank you Giovanni for interesting stories about his live , recipes which undoubtedly I will try. Stay at Guliver’s Nest for us was a real relaxation.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

If you are looking for a ...

If you are looking for a nice villa to discover the pleasures of Sicilia, here is the place to choose. The house has the perfect size. Big enough to make everyone feel easy and comfortable. It is well equiped as well. The swimming pool is brand new. Just perfect. The location of the house is ideal: 5 minutes from the city, 10 minutes to the beach and really close from the sites to be seen in the area. The place is quiet and silent and the view on the mountains so wonderfull. If you are not convinced yet,discovering Guliver's nest means also meeting the owner of that little paradise. Astonishing chef, perfect local guide and many things more, Giovanni would generousely share some of his time if he judges you deserve it. Sure, he will do it as he has done with us. Thanks again Giovanni for all you have done for us, especially for my Sicilian Birthday. Hoping that your stay will be as great as ours. Mr Gucci and his family
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A magical villa, a magical vacation...

Our time at Gulliver’s Nest was magical, and all of the credit goes to the wizard behind the scenes, the proprietor, Giovanni Rappa. The magic began the moment we stepped into the villa; Giovanni met us at the door with a Rappa specialty--homemade lasagna and a salad fresh from his garden. His homemade wine mellowed us into Sicilians within moments.  What a great start to our vacation! Gulliver’s Nest is a spotless, spacious villa, beautifully furnished with contemporary furniture and ‘found’ architectural elements from Giovanni’s travels around the world. We especially loved the kitchen with its 100-year-old windows, beautiful carved wooden cabinets and marble-topped double-island. The kitchen is huge and well equipped—the perfect space for any level of culinary expertise. A plus for us is the long wooden table, large enough to fit our whole party and several dinner guests. We had many opportunities to entertain guests and Giovanni made each event special by surprising us again and again with gifts from his kitchen. One day it was a jar of sun-dried tomato pesto to be eaten with fresh pasta and tuna. Another day was an extravaganza of sausage, pork, meatballs, potatoes and peppers prepared on site just for us on two large lava rock cooking surfaces. Incredible! Giovanni makes sure that all of his guests’ needs are met. The furniture in the villa is lovely and well maintained. The beds are comfortable. Plenty of linens are provided. The villa is very airy and well laid out, there is ample room for everyone to gather in the main rooms and plenty of nooks if you want to get some privacy. Gulliver’s Nest is in the quiet neighborhood of Fraginesi. Fraginese is just off of the main roads, so we could choose between staying at the villa for lazy, sunny afternoons on the chaise lounges by the pool; or hopping over to the crystal clear Guida Loca beach nearby; or day trips exploring the many foreign influences that have created the unique Sicilian culture - ancient Greeks at Segesta, Elymians at Erice, the Arab markets in Palermo, the Byzantine beauty of the Cathedral of Monreale. We had an amazing, fun filled vacation and can’t wait to come back to both Giovanni and the lovely Gulliver’s Nest. We’re already planning our next trip. I’m ready for Christmas in Sicily!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Giovanni war ein super Gastgeber. Für die Irritationen bez. zusätzlichen Kosten kann er nichts. Das hätte besser von der Agentur kommuniziert werden müssen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Hemos disfrutado nuestras vacaciones en familia en esta bonita isla. Giovanni es un buen anfitrión trayendo comida siciliana elaborada por él. La casa en general cumple las expectativas para su capacidad de personas, aunque estaría bien que alguna habitación tuviera camas individuales y las toallas se renovaran. La habitación externa tiene un problema de humedad que debería ser resuelto. Nuestra pega más importante es la discordancia entre los gastos pagados según la plataforma y lo pagado al anfitrión in situ con un exceso de pagos extras
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Herr

Der Aufenthalt bei Giovanni war fabelhaft
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bewertung Gullivers Nest

Trotz Verspätung ein toller Urlaub in einem sehr schönen Haus mit einem tollen Gastgeber Giovanni. Wir werden definitiv wiederkommen
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacanza relax

Abbiamo trascorso quattro giorni in giro da Castellammare e Trapani e non potevamo trovare posto migliore per allogiare. Casa pulita, piscina pulita, letti comodi e comoda per ogni comfort. L’host gentile ci ha preparato un primo da accoglienza, molto gentile e disponibile. La struttura è situata in un luogo comodo per raggiungere tutti i paesini limitrofi. Grazie ancora per tutto, alla prossima.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Un très bon séjour !

Très belle maison très bien équipée avec piscine sécurisée. Nous avons été très bien accueilli par Giovanni qui nous a fait profiter de petits plats locaux et des légumes de son jardin. Seul bémol au moment de la réservation car des frais supplémentaires (changement de l’eau de la piscine et consommation électrique) sont à régler à l’arrivée. Ces frais sont bien signalés par le propriétaire dans le règlement de la propriété mais ne sont pas affichés par Abritel au moment de la réservation alors que la taxe de séjour est bien mentionnée en paiement à l’arrivée. Il faut absolument que ces frais soient affichés au moment de la confirmation car le montant est non négligeable.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Familie Welz Arrigo

Der Empfang war Nett und Freundlich ,sogar mit einem Essen als Begrüssung.Allerdings wurden wir mit einigen zusätzlichen kosten überrascht,welche für uns nicht vertraglich nachvollziebar waren.Das Anwesen war auf unsere Ankunft noch nicht vorbereitet.Der Pool war noch nicht gereinigt,die Spühlmaschiene nicht betriebsbereit,der Fernseher hat nie Funktioniert und das Gesamte Anwesen sehr unaufgeräumt und nicht wirklich sauber.Der Eigentümer erwies sich aber eigentlich sehr Nett und bekamen auch gute Tipps zum Ort.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Sicily with 5 star host

Giovanni is a very generous and naturally gifted host who has lived a fascinating life. He met us late at night when we checked in with a wonderful homemade Sicilian meal. He showed us where to buy local food introduced us to local people and even secured my family fresh fish at the harbour and cooked it for us. The villa is traditional Sicilian and was very spacious for 5 people complete with comfortable beds, a pool and hot tub. The villa is in a quiet area and was in a perfect location for day trips to wonderful beaches and scenery. If your looking for the best Sicilian hospitality I highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

highly recommend this well equipped, spacious, authentic villa in a stunning location

We have just returned from a wonderful holiday at Gulliver’s Nest. The villa is very well equipped and spacious and we loved the authentic Sicilian style. It was very clean and comfortable - very comfortable mattresses too which is important for a holiday. Giovanni is a very friendly host who did everything he could to make our holiday special. He provided an amazing lasagne and home made wine for when we arrived from the airport. Over the week he treated us to various Sicilian meals including homemade ravioli with stew and a superb sfincione - we felt we were getting a real slice of Sicily. He also took the time to teach us how to make carbonara one evening - it was a really fun evening and we are looking forward to recreating carbonara ourselves. The villa is in a wonderful location- very near to castellmare del golfo but also in easy reach of many beautiful places. We enjoyed a lovely boat trip to explore the coast, beautiful beaches, trip to Erice and Segesta. Giovanni was full of information about the area and helped us with our boat and car rental - he really tried to make our holiday easy for us. We highly recommend this place and hope to return one day to create more Sicilian memories.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Soggiorno rilassante

È stata una settimana fantastica! Io e il mio gruppo di 10 ragazzi abbiamo passato del bel tempo insieme nella splendida località di Castellammare del Golfo in una casa che a portata di meno di 5 minuti d’auto aveva tutto: dai servizi alla spiaggia. Ci siamo convinti di affittare questa casa un po’ nell’ indecisione data da qualche critica che il proprietario, Giovanni, aveva avuto sotto quest’annuncio. Eppure ci sentiamo con forza di rimandarle tutte ai mittenti. Prima fra tutto l’ospitalità che ci ha riservato Giovanni, senza mai sfociare nell’invadenza: d’altronde con lui i patti sono chiari se non lo si disturba per sciocchezze lui non ha motivo di fare altrettanto e non ha mai disatteso a queste premesse, in più ci ha offerto degli sfincioni e un pesto particolarmente buoni che andrebbero sicuramente riprovati. L’acqua della piscina e della Jacuzzi al nostro arrivo erano cristalline, e anche se nei giorni successivi abbiamo avuto bisogno di un intervento per pulirle, Giovanni è sempre stato a disposizione per ristabilire le condizioni ottimali. In generale, comunque, c’è da dire che la pulizia della casa era impeccabile, non abbiamo trovato traccia di sporco in nessuna parte di essa. Anche il deposito cauzionale è stato restituito in tempi quasi record, dopo un giorno abbiamo già ricevuto la notifica del bonifico. Unica nota dolente per la casa, ma non per il proprietario è quella del frigorifero: al nostro arrivo Giovanni ci ha mostrato con estrema onestà come fosse stato danneggiato da inquilini precedenti e come non raffreddasse in maniera ottimale, e quindi ci siamo un po’ dovuti arrangiare, senza particolari problemi. Insomma 5 stelle ci sembrano anche poche, ma purtroppo, non possiamo darne 6! 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect Holiday Villa

Gulliver's Nest was one of the best villas we've stayed at because it was accommodating for 9 people and Giovanni was very willing to help. When we arrived, Giovanni provided dinner and fresh homemade wine. Not only was it delicious, but we felt like family. Giovanni went through everything in detail to ensure our trip was amazing. The views were beautiful and the pool and jacuzzi were refreshing amenities that promoted relaxation. The area is safe so there is no worry of theft and Giovanni was eager to answer any questions we had. The villa is close enough to the city for visiting, but far enough away that it's quiet. Giovanni was a gracious host and even provided dinner again on the last night of our stay. We had an amazing vacation that wouldn't have been possible without Gulliver's Nest. - Tiffany Wilkerson, Ben, Tally, Mario, Abigail, Audrey, Sudie, Alex, and Rowley P.S. Deposit has been given back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Un soggiorno perfetto

La proprietà è perfetta per il soggiorno di famiglie e piccoli gruppi di amici. È accogliente, perfettamente pulita, spaziosa e si trova in un'ottima posizione per visitare la zona nord occidentale della Sicilia. È dotata anche di comfort extra e davvero apprezzatissimi, come vasca idromassaggio e piscina. Inoltre l'accoglienza impeccabile del sig. Giovanni e le prelibatezze cucinate da lui sono la ciliegina sulla torta di un soggiorno perfetto.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021