Villatravellers Reveals Winter Collection Perfect For a Winter Mediterranean Getaway

This January, Sicilian villa company, Villatravellers, introduces a magical winter collection for a balmy break in the Mediterranean. Sicily is a desirable destination to visit year-round with the sun shining most days, delicious food and sparkling clear waters. Villatravellers has carefully selected their best villas for guests to cosy up in this winter, ranging from rural countryside farmhouses and sea-view villas to more lively city locations. The island offers unique experiences for all to enjoy such as culinary and cultural festivals throughout January and February. Alternatively, guests looking to stay in can enjoy some in villa experiences arranged through a dedicated concierge service, such as cooking classes. Guests can escape the grey UK winter and enjoy time with family or friends exploring the island’s culture, natural beauty, and gourmet scene, with a stay at one of Villatravellers’ luxury villas in Sicily.

Villatravellers’ properties combine the indulgences of a five-star hotel with their dedicated concierge service and without compromising on the familiarities and privacy of home. The brand prides itself in its expert local knowledge across all regions of Sicily. Villatravellers’ expertly designed experiences are an incredible addition to any villa booking with each property boasting its unique range of additional

Winter Collection

Villatravellers’ winter collection properties include:

Perla Nera (Viagrande, East Sicily)

Exquisite and secluded, this 7-bedroom villa is the epitome of luxury and dates back to the 1500s. Ideal for entertaining, the aristocratic property features a grand garden, perfect for kicking off the new year with family or friends. Perla Nera offers plenty of space indoors for guests to enjoy the warmth while either reading a book in the reading room or a fun game night with the family in the living room. Tastefully designed down to fine detail, the traditional Sicilian decor boasts painted wooden bed frames, delicately carved dressers and ornamental tables. Those looking to venture outside of the villa can join in the festivities of the San

Mauro Abate Feast, celebrated just around the corner in Catania. This is the celebration of the patron saint San Mauro Abate with fantastic choreographed fireworks displays that can be seen across the area from the 14th-16th of January.

Perla Nera features 7 bedrooms and sleeps 14 guests, available through Villatravellers from 4,735 EUR / £4,053 per week www.villatravellers.com

0044 (0)20 3608 4505 www.villatravellers.com/sicily/villas/ perla-nera

Solena (Pozallo, South Sicily)

Located directly on the beach, Solena is the ultimate location for those looking to escape dreary winter weather this year and overlook the Mediterranean coastline. The apartment is ideal for a family getaway or couple’s holiday, with a modernised kitchen and dining area as well as a large roof terrace with a jacuzzi. Each morning can start with a tranquil beach walk, followed by getting to know the welcoming culture and many treasures of the region with a visit to nearby Pozzallo. Guests looking to top up their culinary skills can arrange an in villa cooking experience through Villatravellers to learn the traditional styles of cooking in Sicily.

The cooking experiences use local produce, and recipes and is great for a group of friends or families with older children who enjoy cooking.

Solena features 2 bedrooms and sleeps 5 guests, available through Villatravellers from €1,340/£1,152 per week www.villatravellers.com

0044 (0)20 3608 4505) www.villatravellers.com/sicily/villas/solena

Oliva, Menfi, Sicily

Just a stone’s throw away from incredible beaches lies Oliva, a beautiful villa in a peaceful location. Spread across a main villa and two guesthouses, Oliva has seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. With plentiful space and French windows, the main house comprises a bright and stylishly furnished sitting room, dining room and kitchen.

Both guest houses are made up of a small kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms, and an additional sitting room with comfortable sofas. Built around a charming courtyard, Oliva is perfect for hosting a winter retreat for friends and family.

Guests staying at Oliva in February can partake in one of Sicily’s famous carnivals, the Sciacca Carnival on the 16th-21st February. The carnival spreads across five days with masquerade street parties, delicious food and locally made wine.

Oliva features seven bedrooms and sleeps 14 guests, available through Villatravellers from 6,200 EUR / £5,288.25 per week www.villatravellers.com

0044 (0)20 3608 4505 www.villatravellers.com/sicily/villas/ oliva

For more information on Villatravellers, please visit www.villatravellers.com/, email info@villatravellers.com or call 0044 (0)20 3608 4505.