Olive Grove Hideaway with Scenic Terrace

The house is situated in the countryside of Balestrate - a small town in the beautiful Gulf of Castellammare, set between Palermo and Trapani on Sicily's northern coast. The village and beach lie a mere 3km from the house, whilst the airports of Palermo and Trapani require just 20 and 35 minutes by car respectively. Thanks to its convenient location, many of Sicily’s natural splendours and artistic gems lie a mere stone’s throw from Balestrade (with visual and gastronomic treats including the tuna Scopello, the Zingaro Nature Reserve, San Vito lo Capo, Segesta, Erice, Monreale, Palermo and Selinunte). The coast of the Gulf of Castellammare alternates long stretches of sandy beach, ideal for those with small children, with spectacular rocky stretches interspersed with coves. You will be within touching distance of a variety of art venues, ranging from the famous archaeological sites of Segesta and Selinunte to the art of Norman Monreale and Palermo. Also nearby, the charming village of Erice provides spectacular views of the islands of Egadi and the salt pans of Trapani. The house is on two floors and covers about 65 square meters. The entrance opens onto a large dining area with a nice kitchen, comfortable and organized. Also on the ground floor is the bedroom, spacious and bright, with two large windows overlooking a magnificent olive grove. The double bed (160 x 200) allows for a third bed or cot (both on request). Next to the bedroom is a bathroom with a spacious and elegant shower. A stone staircase leads to the mezzanine where you find the living area, also usable as a second bedroom for 2/3 people. There is a sofa bed (140x 200) and enough space for an extra bed. This area leads to a lovely terrace (15 sq m) on the roofs of the baglio where you can have breakfast with the morning sun, sunbathe in privacy or enjoy the cool of the evening. The house overlooks the courtyard of the Baglio and in the reserved space in front of it you can relax on a sun lounger or dine by candlelight. The house is the result of a recent restoration using recycled materials such as ancient stones and railings, and the choice of handmade terracotta for the floors and chestnut beams for the ceilings, give it a particular charm. The house has a heating system that makes it comfortable even for a winter stay. Perfect for a couple, for a family of 3/4 persons, or for two couples. Basic information - ㄴ thereof sleeping accommodations suitable for children only: 0 - Pets allowed: none - is located in: Complex - type of apartment: Maisonette - type of building: Detached house - Floor on which the object can be found: Ground floor - Total number of floors in the building above the ground floor: 2 - size of property: 6000 m² - year of construction: 1800 - Year of the last complete renovation : 2016 - not observable from the street - meters above sea level: 100 - Number of bedrooms: 2 - Number of bathrooms: 1 Top features - WiFi - air conditioning: Everywhere - heating: Everywhere - terrace - garden: For communal use - completely enclosed (by wall, fence or hedge) - Total of private car parking spaces: 2 - ㄴ of which garage spaces: None - ㄴ of which carport spaces: None - ㄴ of which private outdoor parking spaces: 2 Sleeping bedroom 2 - double bed (from 1.51 m to 1.79 m width) - extra bed - child's bed/ baby's cot bedroom 5 - double sofa bed for 2 people - extra bed - child's bed/ baby's cot Bathroom bathroom 2 - shower - basin - toilet - bidet - hair dryer Cooking/Living - coffee machine: espresso coffee pot - fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, fridge - stove: gas hob - number of dining tables: 2 - number of seats: 6 - number of living rooms: 1 For children - high chair Utility - washing machine: For communal use in the building - iron Outside area - roof terrace - grill/barbecue: Charcoal grill Surroundings - Nearest town centre: 3,0 km - Grocery store: 3,0 km - restaurant: 3,0 km - train station: 3,0 km - airport: 35,0 km - motorway: 1,5 km - port: 3,0 km - distance public transport: 3,0 km - beach: 3,0 km - shingle beach: 21,0 km - sandy beach: 3,0 km - sea: 3,0 km - water sports: 3,0 km - moorage: 3,0 km - boat hire - angling spot: 3,0 km - riding facility: 2,0 km Distinctive features - finca - Heritage-protected - historical building