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Zarbo di Mare

San Vito Lo Capo, Trapani
Self-catering
+32 474 984899 / +39 348 8537250

Per night
€143 - €171

Per week
€1000 - €1200

4 beds

2 bedrooms

Sleeps 4

Children welcome

Pets welcome

Babies welcome

Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

Per night
€143 - €171

Per week
€1000 - €1200

Contact the owner directly to check date availability and secure your booking.

The Experience

A simple stone-built house, slap on the sea, on a beautiful stretch of coast to the north-west tip of the island. Sun worshippers will be delighted with the terraces but there’s plenty of shade too. A verdant courtyard behind is a lovely place to take breakfast; for lunch, move to the large shady terrace with a barbecue; later, enjoy dinner on the terrace looking out to sea.

Inside are two simple bedrooms, which can be used as either double or twin, an open-plan living area with a pine-and-white kitchen and a sitting room with an open fire, and heating and air-con in every room. You’ll find all the basics for cooking like oil, salt and spices and bottles of water in the fridge. Eat or order pizza takeaway from Pizza Marinella, a short drive, and there are plenty of restaurants in town.

Below the house are steps down to a private swimming platform, perfect for confident swimmers; the sea is deep and great for snorkelling.

We think you'll love

The mesmerising views in every direction and all the places in the garden you can enjoy them from
Being totally immersed in nature but close to a lively neighbourhood and good sightseeing
Having your own private swimming platform into the sea – gold dust for this area

You should know

It's a steep path down to the swimming platform and you need to carry the ladder up and down with you. You dive in then use the ladder to get out
No welcome hamper so bring all you need and hunker down
The village can become very busy during high season making it tricky to park, shop etc. Come out of season

Essentials

EV charger
Self check-in
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Barbecue
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Electricity included
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Nightly price: from €143
Weekly price: from €1000

1 House for 4: From €1434 beds2 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in: 1pm
Check out: 10am
Other details: Short breaks available in low season, minimum 4 nights.
Closed: Rarely
Meals: Restaurants 4km.

Reviews

My friend and I were utterly stunned by the views, and what care has the builder taken in arranging the areas to enjoy them all! Inside it is very cozy, we loved finding the books on the shelves and a corner where people leave snorkeling gear for the next guests! Needless to say, if you manage to get out of it all, you are spoiled for choice on what to visit and where to go.

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Marie, London Sep 2024

The perfect place to go for a peaceful rest. It couldn't be better situated, with an uninterrupted view of the sea and the nearby dramatic hillsides, and a lovely shady terrace to lie on a hammock or lounger and let it all sink in. The private swim spot is only for the physically fit, but it is magical. The local town's beach is covered with loungers, so to be able to be in the water in total solitude is something really special.

Elizabeth, London Oct 2021

A simple, comfortable house with everything you need for a restful holiday in a breathtaking location. We loved it so much here that we have been twice now - once in July and once in October. There is spectacular swimming from the rocks at the house (but only for confident swimmers who can also climb down the steep cliff on a well -kept but vertiginous path). For equally lovely but more gentle swimming, the white sands and clear water of San Vito lo Capo are a short drive away (10 mins or so). Barbara is an extremely helpful host and very prompt to answer any questions.

Catherine, Melbourne Jul 2019

This house is a little piece of paradise. Perched ontop of the sea with views from every angle. We stayed a week and couldn’t pull ourselves away from Zarbo Di Mare. The house is perfectly equipped with everything you could need. We were a family with an 8 & 9 yr olds and every need was met. There are a selection of beach toys, boots, flippers etc for the kids to enjoy. A hammock to enjoy the view and breeze. And a private diving platform to swim. Very close to town, restaurants and supermarket. My only hesitation to leave this review is more people will come and it won’t be our secret

Eileen and Glenn, Enniskillen Jul 2019

An idyllic retreat on the beautifully scenic north west coast of Sicily. Spectacular views with private access to the sea ( but only for those who can swim). Very private yet only a short drive to the lovely little tourist town of San Vito lo Capo . with its safe , sandy beach and a range of shops, cafes and restaurants. The house and gardens were a delight with lovely little seated dining areas outside designed for different times of the day. The owner was particularly attentive and helpful. We had a fabulous holiday there!

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Location

The neighbourhood

You're in a rural paradise for long walks when it is cool enough, but San Vito Lo Capo is where you'll find the nearest shops and restaurants – a 7-minute drive. There are lots of places to eat, the most expensive being Syrah which has a good reputation. There's a big café on the square in front of the church for hours of people-watching and plenty of little places for a coffee or an ice cream.

Local points of interest from Barbara Yates

Easter: the renowned 'Misteri' in Trapani. Religious statues, beautifully flower decorated by the different trades, and carried through the town for 24 hours on their shoulders. A great honour for them.
During Springtime, an international kite flying competition with participants from all over the world. Great for both kids and adults.
Around 20 September, the international cous cous festival, with contestants from many different cous cous countries. San Vito is renowned for its fish cous cous.
October-November, international rock climbing competition. San Vito is very well known for its excellent rock climbing areas.
Wonderful walks in the Zingaro Nature Reserve, just up the road, and in the surrounding area. The views are breathtaking.
Close to many places of interest on the Western coast: Segesta, Erice, Trapani and its suggestive salt flats, Mozia, Marsala, Mazzara with its well known red prawns and Selinunte. Palermo is just one hour away and Agrigento an easy day trip.

Introducing

Barbara Yates

Barbara is a British interpreter and speaks several languages. She lives in Brussels but comes over twice a year to take care of her house here. She is well-travelled and has lived in many parts of the world, including Palermo in the 70s. She stayed with friends in this area every year and eventually bought a piece of land and built the house. The keys are left for you by Caterina who cleans.