Cefalù

a pictoresque village on Mediterraneo

Sicily

the most beautiful island of Mediterraneo

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and one of the most beautiful lands on the planet. In this region, as perhaps in no other, art, history and culture blend seamlessly with the landscape and give rise to a universe that is worth to discover. In recent years, Sicily has started to exploit its enormous natural, historic and artistic resources, becoming one of the most visited destinations in Italy. From east to west Sicily is a succession of magical scenery perfectly integrated in the architectural landscape that surrounds them. A Mediterranean climate and wild nature, wonderful islands and inlets, active volcanoes, mountains and plains, and the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean …

Cefalù is one of the most pictoresque village in Sicily: a tiny fisherman village facing the sun of Mediterraneo. In Cefalù every day you can discover something new and unique, so a simple walk through the narrow streets "vaneddi" of the old town takes us back to a glorious past, of which many traces still remain. Here is the Duomo of Cefalù. The massive Norman style church was built by Roger II, almost 900 years ago and is still one of the sites most important art of our country.

Very showy on the outside, characterized by a facade surrounded by massive towers and a right side very elegant, decorated with arches and loggias. The cathedral dominates the Piazza del Duomo and ends at the top of the mountain foothills. Remains of the daily way of life are represented by the medieval wash-house, where women, until the last century, went to wash clothes, thanks to drain to the sea of spring waters arising from the fortress. How about it, a real gift that nature has given to third-street and its visitors, which affects the imagination of those who take the paths with the suggestions of his silence, the breathtaking view of the remains of Temple of Diana and the Castle. And yet the Osterio Great, the megalithic walls, the many churches ...

Behind Cefalu, Sicily go inland, rises the mountain chain Madonie, covered with olive trees, beech, chestnut, rare plants and flowers, which encloses the beautiful gems, which are the many small villages and medieval towns, making of history and tradition of the typical elements of great attraction as Castelbuono, Geraci Sicula, Polizzi Generosa, Isnello.

Agriturismo Bergi - Castelbuono, Cefalu'

Agriturismo with swimming pool near by Cefalu, biological product

Not far from Cefalu and Castelbuono, the Agriturismo Bergi is surrounded by gardens, orchards and olive groves. Family-owned company, with fully certified organic production ECOCERT ITALY. The products are mainly used in the restaurant. This farm is the ideal place to spend quiet moments, far away from the city, surrounded by the peace and fragrances of Sicilian countryside. The rooms are simply furnished, with good comfort and cleaned daily. You can also stay in the Casali near by the main building. The Casali are at the foot of the mountain, a few minutes drive from the Agriturismo. Allow every guest to stay in complete privacy, to spend hours immersed in the serene silence and tranquility of nature. The position also allows you to enjoy a fantastic panorama of mountains and Castelbuono Madonie at only 30 minutes from Cefalu and the blue sea of Mediterraneo. In the Agriturismo Bergi there are several activities in order to enjoy a unique experience. These include:     * Wine Tastings     * Educational farm visits in the field, the laboratory production of honey and the laboratory processing of vegetables and fruit for making jam.     * Cooking classes for groups, using locally organic fruit and vegetables.     * Bicycle     * Trekking     * Guided Park Madonie, Cefalu'

Casa Cefalu'

Holiday house in Cefalu', on the sea, private terrace, panoramic.

Comfortable apartment located in one of the most characteristic streets of Cefalù, in the heart of the ancient fishing village. The central location allows you to reach shops, restaurants, banks and all the monuments of this extraordinary village by walking distance. The apartment has been restored to its original charm keeping the traditional ceilings with exposed wooden beams and its rustic furnished. The terrace, which overlooks the bay and the sea, offer an exclusive special charm and appeal.

Masseria Susafa - Polizzi Generosa, Cefalu'

quality agriturismo in Sicily, near Cefalu'

Here, in a peaceful setting with lovely surroundings that have remained unchanged for years, you'll find it easy to simply make time for yourself and discover some of the origins of Sicilian culture. You are staying in a piece of history that has a story of its own to tell, about people and practices that are, perhaps, not so very distant from us after all. The farm has 13 guestrooms, with a sleeping capacity of 30 places, as well as an appartment with three double bedrooms, a bathroom and kitchen for those who wish to stay longer and enjoy a little more independence.The rooms have been created from the homes that were originally built for workers and their families. Restoration work on the rooms has been carefully carried out to maximise comfort and ensure hotel quality, without losing the feel of a Sicilian country home with wooden beams, traditional plaster walls, floors in Sicilian terracotta, with original antique tiles added as a feature, and exposed stone walls.

Villa di Cefalu'

holiday house in Cefalu, swimming pool, panoramic sea view

Le Case di Cefalù are placed in a nice countryside estate - quiet, sunny, with a lovely seaview - situated in locality Collesano on the hills surrounding Cefalù, 60 Km on the eastern side of Palermo. The property enjoys a marvellous view of Mediterraneo. The hospitality to the guests is offered inside of a peculiar homestead which has been recently renewed and subdivided into four comfortable apartments. The lodgings have independent entrance, private terrace and are furnished in rustic style and elegant furniture. At a distance of nearly 50 metres from the apartments lies a beautiful shared swimming pool with solarium-terrace which is either at disposal of the guests and as well of the owner who occasionally lives in a villa settled in the vicinity of the homestead. Access to the property by a steep ascending road (1 Km).

Villa Palamara - Cefalú

Bed&Breakfast of charm in Cefalú, swimming pool, romantic sfeer

"Villa Palamara is a wonderful Bed&Breakfast few kilometers from Cefalù, one of most famous and charateristic villages in Sicily. Villa Palamara is an old noble house, with its crenellated tower, the century-old palm and banana trees. Here you can find what is called "rural tourism" in an authentic and unspoilt location. The Family Palamara, owner since 1868, welcomes you with genuine hospitality in a class apartments, all recently renovated, in different sizes: from two to six persons. The apartments consist in one or two bedrooms, bathroom and living room with kitchenette. Villa Palamara is suggestive. From the two terraces, at sunset, it is possible to admire a breathtaking view on the Aeolian islands. The large swimming pool stays among olive trees, the scents of blossoms  orange, jasmine, bougainvillea and many other Mediterranean plants. Villa Palamara is an ideal place to visit the area of Cefalú, the Madonie and also for a daily excursion the Aeolian islands.