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Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

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Dining
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Siracusa, Sicily
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Syracuse4 min walk
  • Popular LocationLungomare di Ortigia6 min walk
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)47 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
1076 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

Live a unique experience in this house, unique in its kind, which represents the synthesis of the millennial culture of Sicily. The stone walls, the niches, the furnishings represent the testimony of architectural and artistic styles that coexist and overlap in the same environments. All in the heart of the historic center, a few steps from both Porta Marina and the Spanish walls and from the Duomo and the nightlife of Ortigia.

Property manager

Ettore

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ortigia Ancient House
Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia Syracuse
Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia Private vacation home

About the area

Syracuse

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ortigia, a neighbourhood in Syracuse. Temple of Apollo and Palazzo Montalto are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fontane Bianche Beach and Ciane River and Saline Nature Reserve. Arkimedeion Museum and Museum of the Sea of Syracuse are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Temple of Apollo - 3 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 4 min walk
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 6 min walk
  • Greek Theatre of Syracuse - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Syracuse Station - 18 min walk
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Viola Espressobar - 2 min walk
  • Apollonium Osteria - 2 min walk
  • Crai Simpatica - 2 min walk
  • Ristorante Porta Marina da Salvo - 1 min walk
  • Trattoria Rusticana da Lisetta - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia located?

Located in Ortigia, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Porta Marina and Lungomare di Ortigia. Fountain of Diana and Piazza Archimede are also within 5 minutes. Syracuse Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, beautiful unique property
Ettore has created a beautiful and unique property. His attention to detail is incredible and we kept finding little surprises about the property through out our stay. He has all you need to make yourself at home - including a lovely bottle of wine that sadly we never drank as every time we got home we had no room left from dinner and cocktails! The location is amazing - you literally don’t have to walk more than 4 minutes to wonderful restaurants. We did a day trip to Taormina and the train was a 15 minute walk. You also feel very safe and secure in the property and by far the BEST pillows of any VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. The best was very comfortable too!!! I wish we had longer to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host Ettore was the epitome of Sicilian hospitality, happily meeting us at 3 a.m. to help us with parking and getting us settled in the apartment. The apartment was beautifully renovated, blending parts of the old church including in-floor displays of the old paving and other artefacts. It provided everything we needed and more for our week's stay in Ortigia.

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location but the place smells really musty and unhealthy .
It was truly pictured on the website .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation ever
This property is unique. Truly historic but with every modern convenience. Well appointed, spotless and very comfortable. Everything is at your doorstep. Ettore is not a good host, he is an exceptional host. Every need of the guests are anticipated. Communication was instantaneous. He is accommodating and generous. We have had many good vacation rentals but this is the best. Would stay here again if we're lucky enough to visit Siracusa again. Thank you Ettore.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Denver, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A modern, historic and comfortable house that reflects the beauty of Ortigya.
Our first visit to Sicily and we landed at a beautiful, historic and modern home. How lucky. The house was comfortable and roomy with two bedrooms and two baths that worked well for our group of four. The home was centrally located and convenient. Our host was helpful and a great person to find out more about the area. Highly recommended! We will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Ancient House in Ortigia
Beautifully decorated and exactly as promised. Host continuously helpful and any small problems attended to immediately with charm and skill. Always welcoming. Any small problems in our part accepted good humouredly my and fixed. We took Ettore out for dinner as we had become friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H., Tempe, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!!
We absolutely loved staying here at Ettore’s place. It is perfectly located in Ortigia, very comfortable and well stock (with supplies, dishes, pots & pans) and Ettore was very accessible. If you are coming to Siracusa, definitely stay here. You couldn’t do better! We hope to return someday. ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Place in Ortigia
We are two couples seeing Sicily. This apartment was outstanding. The location is right in the middle of Ortigia near the sights and restaurants. The kitchen had everything we needed. There is a grocery store just a few steps away. We had some rain so we could not use the outdoor patio as much as we would have liked. The owner was very, very helpful and was available via phone/text while we were there. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Ettore the host was very accommodating allowing us to check in early which was great. The location could not be bettered and the flat is full of charm with a lovely outside space. The showers are a little small but that’s the price for a bidet I suppose! Everything you need is there except a toaster. One point would be some explanation about what you recycle and when it goes out which is a bit tricky. We would happily recommend the flat
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great host
Ortigia, a beautiful ancient city full of amazing sites and restaurants. It’s the perfect spot to stay to explore south eastern Sicily. This property is spacious and well equipped with AC! And Ettore will look look after you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022