Il Giuccu - Holiday apartment near San Vito Lo Capo

Tranquil nest at the seaside

Holiday apartment Il Giuccu at Castelluzzo lies framed by the setting of majestic Monte Cofano and the lush green plain of Macari, the suburb of San Vito Lo Capo. Besides, it is only about 700 m from the sea and the beach.  

"Giuccu" is Sicilian dialect for "bird’s nest" – a great name Giuseppe, the owner, has chosen for the accommodation where you truly feel as free as a bird!  

Giuseppe, who stays at the other part of the house with his family mainly at the weekends, takes care of welcoming the guests. He will gladly provide two bicycles for you to explore the surrounding area on.

The holiday apartment is conveniently located not only because it is close to the beaches of Macari and nature reserve Monte Cofano, but also because there is an excellent connection to historically significant sites of northwestern Sicily, for example the medieval town of Erice or the temples of Segesta.

The lovely holiday apartment

In short, Il Giuccu can be described as "small, but lovely". Including a double room with canopy bed and a comfortable live-and-eat-in kitchen with fireside and SAT-TV it is an ideal holiday accommodation for couples.

The additional sleeping facility in the living area is suitable for a child. The masonry kitchen includes 4-burner gas stove, microwave as well refrigerator with freezer compartment.

The bathroom is equipped with shower cabin, WC and bidet.

Wonderful outdoor area

The owner gives care and attention not only to the apartment’s interior, but also to the outdoor area.

On the 3500 m² fenced premises, you find olive and fig trees as well as all kinds of herbs, whose aromas accompany you on your way to the house and which might flavor some of your dishes.    

Onsite, the owner proudly told us about the production of his own, 100 % organic olive oil.

From your private terrace, your gaze drifts across the trees towards the sea. Sit down and relax on the cozy rattan furniture and, in the evenings, enjoy the spectacle of the setting sun to the full.

Should you be in the mood for grilled fish or meat, then use the outdoor barbecue.  

The outdoor shower in the garden comes in handy, too.

Surrounding area

Only about 700 m off, there are shingle and sandy bays where you can go for a swim in the sea. You can do your shopping at the town of Castelluzzo, 1.5 km off.

Take the bike or the car to get there; you need only follow the coastal road behind the holiday apartment.

Many other stores, bars and restaurants as well as a terrific, fine sandy beach are found at San Vito Lo Capo, 5 km off.

Tips for excursions

Those who love hiking through authentic nature might go to Monte Cofano, but also to nature reserve "Riserva dello Zingaro".

Starting at San Vito Lo Capo, you can traverse the latter in about three hours; in between you can stop at small bays to take a swim or even go snorkeling to explore the rich underwater world.

Those who are interested in Sicily’s eventful past should not miss out on visiting Erice, Segesta, Monreale or Palermo.

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