Il Gabbiano sea-front villa in Sicily

Il Gabbiano

Cefalù
Il Gabbiano - Villa in Cefalu'
Sleeps    5
Bedrooms  3
Bathrooms    2
Rated
38 Reviews
Prices Click here for your currency
Service Weekly clean and linen change plus one mid-week clean
Features:
  • Stunning location
  • Breath-taking views
  • Private sea access
  • Walk to sandy beach, shops, bars & restaurants in Cefalù
  • More features

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 1/36 One of the panoramic, lawned terraces.  2/36 The main entrance and part of the large front terrace.  3/36 One of our favourite corners of paradise!  4/36 The old Norman watchtower seen from the garden terrace.  5/36 The beautiful bay below Il Gabbiano.  6/36 The lovely furnished front terrace...  7/36 is a great spot for an evening aperitif.  8/36 The comfortable, bright living area with sea views complete with large flat-screen TV.  9/36 The kitchen...  10/36 and from another angle, with the stairs leading to the first floor.  11/36 The main double room has access to a panoramic terrace.  12/36 A wonderful spot for breakfast!  13/36 The upstairs bathroom.  14/36 The twin bedroom.  15/36 The single room downstairs.  16/36 The downstairs bathroom with shower.  17/36 The fitness area!  18/36 Al fresco lunch.  19/36 The path to the upper panoramic terrace...  20/36 ... complete with barbecue ....  21/36 ...and stunning views.  22/36 The unique location of Il Gabbiano atop a rocky coastal outcrop.  23/36 A spot of the lovely garden.  24/36 Approaching the house by boat.  25/36 The unique location of Il Gabbiano amidst the rocks!  26/36 Beautiful, fragrant Mediterranean flora on the way down to the sea.  27/36 The private descent to the sea.  28/36  Access to the sea.  29/36 One of the two, virtually private bays.  30/36 The unique location of Il Gabbiano amidst the rocks!  31/36 The long sandy beach of Cefalù.  32/36 A view over the Duomo and town of Cefalù.  33/36 The Rocca of Cefalù seen from the port.  34/36 Fresh fish is guaranteed in Cefalù.  35/36 All roads lead to the Duomo in Cefalù.  36/36 The beautiful coastline near Cefalù.

An unrivalled cliff-top position and private sea access in this superbly finished and equipped villa.

"Location, location, location," goes the real estate mantra, and Il Gabbiano is a perfect example of what that phrase really means. Three separate panoramic terraces mean you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to views, while the private sea access make it possible to dive into the turquoise waters below without ever having to go far from the comfort of your home away from home.

“We could write a book about Il Gabbiano. By far the most wonderful rental property we have ever stayed at, and one of the most beautiful vacation settings we have experienced. This is a magical home in a dream-like settling.” Thersa Gregory Jay, USA, June 2012

Il Gabbiano in the press:
The Times, 12th June 2010 >>

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About the Property


Inside: the property is accessed from a large sun-drenched terrace at the top of a flight of steps. The entrance leads into the homely kitchen, with its traditional Sicilian decorated ceramic tiles and on to the open living room, whose corner picture window offers great sea views and lots of light. Comfy red leather sofas and a large, flat-screen TV make this a very pleasant room. Above the living area is an open mezzanine level that serves as a little gym or a quiet reading area. To the right of the kitchen as you enter the house is the downstairs single bedroom and bathroom with shower. Going upstairs, one comes to the two main bedrooms, a double and a twin (this latter may also be made up as a double), and a bathroom with shower. The master double, complete with large flat-screen TV, has access to a wonderful terrace with delightful sea views. The two bathrooms are easily accessible from all three bedrooms, so the upstairs master bedroom can easily have use of its own bathroom if desired.

Outside: outside the villa's entrance is a spacious terrace area from which two separate flights of sets of steps lead to another two terraces. The first is a spectacularly situated viewing point complete with barbecue and dining area. The second is an absolutely private lawned terrace with wonderful views of the sea and the coast running eastwards. All outside areas are equipped with good quality outdoor furniture. Two paths, one behind and one in front of the villa take you down to two delightful coves. The second descent to the sea is exclusive to guests staying at Il Gabbiano.

Amenities

Accommodates (max) 5 Washing machine 
Bedrooms 3 Dishwasher 
Double/Twins 2 Satellite TV **
Singles 1 DVD Player 
Bathrooms 2 Stereo 
... of which ensuite 0 3G Wi-Fi Internet 
Daily cleaning  Barbecue 
Cook  Private Parking 
Direct access to sea  Think Sicily local support 24/7 
Air Conditioning * Walking to shops/restaurants 
Heating 


=yes/present     = optional/on request    


*in kitchen, living area and 2 main bedrooms.
**includes Sky Movies.


Think About

Cefalù, with its numerous restaurants and bars is a pleasureable 20-30 minute walk away.

The gardens, grounds and sea accesses of Il Gabbiano have quite a lot of steps, making the property unsuitable for those with walking restrictions. There are also a few precipitous drops around the grounds which, although well fenced, mean that we do not recommend Il Gabbiano for younger children.


The Area

Exploring the local Area

Il Gabbiano is a pleasurable 20-30 minute walk from the old town centre of Cefalu' with its Norman Cathedral commissioned by Roger II, shops, restaurants and long sandy beach. Its central position on the Tyrrhenian coast makes for easy day trips to Palermo (58km), Santo Stefano (35km), Solunto (55km). Cefalù is nestled beneath the Madonie Mountains, with peaks up to nearly 2,000m and a wealth of small villages with a history almost as long as that of Sicily.

Cefalù is on the main train line linking Palermo with Messina, and from mid June to mid September is connected with the Aeolian Islands by a daily hydrofoil service.

Distances

Palermo airport: 110km-69miles-1hr25
Trapani airport:185km-115miles-2hr
Catania airport: 174km-109miles-2hr05
Nearest supermarket and bar: 1km
Shops & restaurants in Cefalù: 5 mins drive or 20-30mins walk
Piano Battaglia ski-lifts & walking trails: 50km- 30miles-50mins
18-hole golf course: 25 mins


Il Gabbiano - Villa in Cefalu'

Reviews

38  clients have rated Il Gabbiano


Adrian Coville, Switzerland, 6 April 2013
"The terraces are STUNNING. Really wonderful. And considering we were out of season we were spoilt in terms of which terrace to sit on out of the cool breeze. We found the double bedroom to be very comfortable, and the shower in the upstairs bathroom a treat... A much needed break that we enjoyed very much."

Guy Hibbert, United Kingdom, 1 November 2012
"It's expensive but probably worth it for the comfort inside the house as well as the magnificent setting... A beautiful place - and it lived up to what we were led to expect."

Annie Wyeth, United Kingdom, 8 October 2012
"We loved Il Gabbiano - such beautiful views and so peaceful... We had a fantastic honeymoon - thank you for everything you did."

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2013 Prices

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Special price for couplesPrice for the whole property
01 Jan - 04 Jan:    € 3,350€ 4,180
05 Jan - 29 Mar:    € 2,430€ 3,040
30 Mar - 24 May:    € 3,090€ 3,860
25 May - 28 Jun:    € 3,350€ 4,180
29 Jun - 19 Jul:    € 3,810€ 4,760
20 Jul - 30 Aug:    ----->€ 5,330
31 Aug - 13 Sep:    € 3,810€ 4,760
14 Sep - 27 Sep:    € 3,350€ 4,180
28 Sep - 01 Nov:    € 3,090€ 3,860
02 Nov - 20 Dec:    € 2,430€ 3,040
21 Dec - 31 Dec:    € 3,350€ 4,180

Prices include all sales taxes, electricity and gas, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels, a comprehensive written guide to the villa and the local area, our award-winning service and specialist knowledge pre and post-booking, the opportunity to book our unique Think Experiences and 24/7 local support while you’re on holiday.

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