Property Details

Al vivaio consists of 6 Self-catering accommodation:
Apartment "Alice" is set on two floors Suitable for 3 pax. 55 sq. mts.
Recently renovated with exposed beams.This unit offers all modern
conveniences and it's comfortably furnished with original fittings and
furnishings.
Ground floor: The entrance is through the terrace into the lounge with a
well-equipped kitchen corner and a lobby to the bathroom with tub.
1 floor: consist in a large mezzanine/living complete with traditional
"alcove" for the bed and a large double bedroom. Hi.fi, Cd player & sat.TV.
Central heating. Enclosed terrace 20 sq. Mt ca is for exclusive use of guests
Rate: low season 60 Euro; High s. 70 Euro; August 75 Euro /day for the
apartment, no other charges.

Monika" sleeps 2+2 is a 50 sq. mt. multilevel apartment. Ground floor: A large original open kitchen finished in Sicilian ceramics
and terracotta leads into the garden . magnificent wood burning stovestone fireplace.On the side, a small living
with a sofa bed, a few steps to the bathroom with shower. Under the roof, a
flight of steps leads to an open mezzanine complete with traditional
"alcove" for the bed, opening to a cosy master bedroom. Central heating and
air conditioning. Hi.fi, Sat. TV.70 sq. mt. garden Rates: L.s.70; H s. 80; August 90 euro/day for the apartment, no other charges.

"Praga".sleeps 2+2. ( 45 sq.mt.)a
comfortable multilevel apartment.
Ground floor: A Kitchen/lounge opens on to the living room. The living area
can also be configured as double bedroom or twin bedroom (there is ample
alternative living space) .This level, leads straight out to the terrace. Few steps up lead to a
bathroom with shower or else to the main entrance. From here, up another
flight of stairs is a mezzanine with a double bed. The terrace for exclusive use of the guests comes with patio furniture .
Fully heated and air conditioning. Hi.fi, CD player,sat. TV.
H s. 80 ; L.s.60 August 80 Euro / day for the apartment, no other charges
These two units ("Monika" and "Praga") are next door, with the same main
entrance ( opening to the doors of each apartment).

"Arianna" sleeps 2+2 (45 sq. mt) 1st floor, the entrance is from our private
gravel drive via a stone staircase
consists in one master bedroom, one bedroom with bunk beds, an air
conditioned lounge with a fully fitted kitchen corner.A small terrace (10 sq. Mt.)Central heating and air conditioning. Hi.fi, Cd player, Sat. TV
H s. 90 ; L.s.65; August 90 euro/day for the apartment, no other charges &
no hidden fees.

"Angelika"sleeps 4+2 , garden style apartment roughly 75 sq.mts with two
double bedrooms, one of which opening on a side room with 2 single beds;
Bathroom (shower).large
enclosed terrace (35 sq. m)barbecue Central heating,air
conditioner,CD player, Hi.fi, sat.TV H s. 100 ; L.s.80; August 110 euro / day for the apartment, no other charges

"Pauline"sleeps 6+2. Detached country house 120 sq. mt.(1300 sq.ft) The
house is arranged on two floors .
Ground floor: Consists in a large living area in open plan and a fireplace . Fully heated. Piano (in tune), kitchen + bathroom (shower) Upstairs: 2 master bedrooms + 1 bedroom with 2 single beds + 1 bathroom
(with tub). Independent Central heating. Hi.fi, satellite TV garden(160 sq.mt)for exclusive use of guests Sheltered barbecue, H s. 140 ; L.s.120; August 150 Euro / day for the house, no other charges.

Local Area Details

Details of our vacation home and the area around:

The property dates from the 18th century during the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies is owned by our family since 1830, the new country home which originally had only one storey, has undergone many changes it has been carefully restored throughout in the last decade.
Verdetecnica is located 1 Km. out of town on the top of a small height with an extensive view over the countryside. The site is in fact a panoramic terrace overlooking a wide range of mountains on one side and the sea coast on the other side.
(Michelin Green Guide)
It is the perfect way to have total access to the city whilst still being able to escape in an oasis of green tranquillity.
Some of the island's best fish restaurants are minutes away whilst the sandy beach is a 15 minute drive.

The common garden 2500 sq.mts is made out of our green house, palms, cacti, olive and citrus trees and many Mediterranean flowering shrubs. We are landscape gardeners and we are resident in the premises. (my wife French, myself Italian and our two children).
A relaxing shady area is equipped with barbecue and a dining corner (chairs, tables, hammocks and fountain ). The property is gate-accessed, so privacy is assured.
The accommodation have easy access by car and is served by urban bus service # 1 & 5.

Sciacca (40.000 people) one of the island's most picturesque coastal towns is a fishing port untouched by mass tourism, situated on the archaeological road between Selinunte and Agrigento in Sicily, is one of the oldest towns in the island.
With a coastline of 30 kilometres, Sciacca offers the visitor the greatest imaginable variety of marine environments: wide sandy beaches, sheer cliffs and remote tiny beaches.
Sciacca is also a very important tourist destination for its artistic ceramic works, architecture, churches and monuments.
(Very important carnival in February). I suggest you to follow these links:
http://www.bestofsicily.com/sciacca.htm
http://www.siciliano.it/citta.cfm?citta=Sciacca&StartRow=11
http://www.ba.infn.it/~raso/sciacca.html

The south western part of Sicily, often referred to as African Sicily, both for the climate and the proximity to the Tunisian coast. This part of the country boasts some of the most extensive olive and grape production in Sicily, so the local oil and wine are not to be missed!
San Marco beach, is ‘Bagno-style’ which means serviced beach areas – which given the amenities they provide are fair value deck chairs, umbrellas, sunbeds and changing facilities with shower... and of course, a loo; some have little bars where they serve a snack lunch.
The beaches, only 3 miles away, have opportunities for swimming, snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing and have panoramic views of the coast for miles away. Sea water is usually on the cool side due to the channel stream on the other hand is
Biking, trekking and boat trips can be taken from the harbour and there is a good beach 3 mile out of town.

The best good sandy beach of the area is on the nearby coast " Eraclea Minoa".
Fresh fish as good wine can be purchased at the shopping centre for reasonable price (1 mile away) and few good restaurants are within a short distance also a variety of traditional shops offering hand painted local pottery

Nearest restaurants "Le Gourmet"( 400 yards), Trattoria/pizzeria "Santa Lucia"( 700 yards away).
.Throughout alleys and little squares of the port area and the town center there are many restaurants, which all serve delicious (sea-)food.

Nearest Big Supermarket (900 yards away)
fishing and tourist port (2 m.)
The beaches, only 2 or 3 miles out of town.
Fresh fish as good wine can be purchased at the shopping centre for reasonable price ( 1 m. )
Greengrocers baker’s shop and butchers for your daily needs and the local pizzeria deliver your pizza in the evening, an excellent Saturday open market is situated in side the historic walled San Michele.
The real heart of the town centre is steeped in history and ancient architecture of Moorish, and baroque style, ancient alleyways and courtyards. A labyrinth of houses and streets, some of which can be narrow enough to fit only a single person at a time.
Gelato lovers take note: The "granita" in Sciacca is widely regarded as one of the best in Italy, other sciacca desserts are cassata, cannoli with ricotta cheese and finally arancini (rice balls with ragù sauce).
Sciacca is a very safe place you can go anywhere for a good night, you will find locals warm and friendly.

In addition to the indented coastline, Sciacca has also a gentle healthy climate which makes it an ideal place for health cures thermal spa complex and public pool with hot water. The thermal Piscine, costs the princely sum of € 5 for a day.
Less than 2 miles from our country home, at the end of the road, Monte Kronio with a spectacular view of mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, and natural vapour.



Regional bus service in Sciacca provides regular connections for Palermo,Trapani and Agrigento which can be reached in under two hours, train service is very poor.
If you are considering visiting the most important sightseeing of the island, I believe that you need a car, since the famous sights and monuments are spread around the island, and the different areas each have their own unique attractions. Roads are OK. Try to avoid Catania and Palermo and you 'll find that driving around Sicily is not easy but the best way.
The privilege of being in a central coastal position means that many other parts of the island can easily be reached.

Distance from most important sightseeing:
Palermo (~90 km), the Greek temple of Segesta (~85 Km), the Greek city of Selinunte and Eraclea Minoa with superb beaches (~30 Km), Agrigento (~60 Km), Trapani(~90 Km), Erice (~95 Km), the marine natural reserve of "Lo zingaro" (~85 Km) and the white sandy beach in San Vito Lo Capo (~90 Km), the ancient Phoenician city of Mozia (on a small island) (~85 Km) Further afield are Piazza armerina (200 km) The fabulous Roman mosaics of the Villa del Casale and Mount Etna (300 km), are well worth the journey.
You can also take a short scenic drive to the nearby town of Caltabellotta (~20 km) an old village nestled in the mountains surrounding Sciacca at an altitude of 1,000 metres, the Matrice church, the Castello Mount and the Hermitage (13th century) with a stunning views over the coast and the valley for miles away.

Property Features

* Close to a Beach
* Children are allowed

Contact Information

Name:	sal maniscalco
Telephone:	+39 -925-81133
Alt Telephone:	+39 - 339-81133
Fax:	+39 -925-81133
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