Town: Loreto Aprutino - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £63 per person, per night on a B&B basis. JUNIOR SUITE - SAVE UP TO £202 PER WEEK
 

The lovely mediaeval town of Loreto Aprutino perches on a hillside, with Castello Chiola at the very top.

Michael loves Castello Chiola’s quality, its “hugeness” and “the pool with a view” – he just needs to find a football team! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Silvi - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £49 B&B or £60 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £92.40 PER WEEK
 

Near Pescara, this working farm is in an elevated position, with views of the sea, which is only 4km away. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Paul loves La Gaia’s elevated position, closeness to sea and he has a special soft spot for Gaia, too! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Silvi - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £795 per week, including car hire
 

Near Pescara, this working farm is in an elevated position, with views of the sea, which is only 4km away. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Paul loves La Gaia’s elevated position, closeness to sea and he has a special soft spot for Gaia, too! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Agnone - nearest airports Naples and Pescara

Price: From £925 per week, including car hire
 

This small, family-run fruit farm is in a truly undiscovered corner of Italy. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 6)

Michael loves that no-one at home has a clue about where Masseria Oleandro is, so it is genuinely undiscovered. He thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful tranquillity and the food. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Pescara - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £60 B&B or £84 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £188 PER WEEK
 

Behind the modern façade of this hotel lies many a surprise.

Helen loves Villa Maria d’Abruzzo’s excellent “wellness centre”, really good service & comfy rooms with clean lines. Annie marvels that, despite not seeming “her kind of thing”, she just loves staying here – every time! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Lipari - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £72 per person, per night or from £645 per person, per week, on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £210 PER WEEK
 

A charming, family-run hotel, right on the sea and very conveniently located for the town. Past clients have loved the friendly atmosphere and the stunning location.

Michael, Alex & Laura love this “real island holiday”, right on the sea, next to a beach, so relaxing, and with great fish restaurants. They always enjoy the Rocce Azzurre’s personal touches and the jolly Adriano, and think it’s great value for money. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Sorrento - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £115 per person, per night on a B&B basis
 

In an incomparable position, built into the cliff, this hotel is a haven of elegance and graciousness, with beautiful colonnaded terraces, overlooking the sea.

Helen loves Bellevue Syrene’s incomparable views and thinks it’s SO VERY smart and stylish. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Naples

Price: From £80 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £220 FOR STAYS OF 4 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

A tasteful and friendly hotel, in a fantastic location - one of our favourites, in the heart of the city and right by the sea.

Annie loves the Santa Lucia’s “Grand” feel, its comfort and especially its superb location – right in the heart of her favourite city. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Amalfi - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £75 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £159.60 PER WEEK
 

With panoramic views of Amalfi, this hotel perches on a cliff top, towering above the deep blue sea. This must be one of the best locations on the Amalfi Coast and is another of our great favourites.

Laura M says she felt at home the moment she arrived at the Miramalfi and it was all “JUST PERFECT”!! She wanted to put Alfonso in her pocket and take him home, because he noticed her shoes every day!! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Ravello - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £890 per week, NOT including car hire
 

Close to the centre of Ravello and with breathtaking views stretching down to the Amalfi Coast, these six apartments share a delightful pool and are in a wonderful location. (Apartments sleep 2/3)

Owned by the delightful Rosa, Sogno D'Oro is a group of six apartments, set in its own secluded grounds. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Praiano - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £75 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £151.20 PER WEEK
 

Overlooking the piazza and the sea, with views towards Positano and Capri, this family-run hotel is elegant and tasteful.

Michael loves Tramonto D'oro's breathtaking views, elegance and fabulous family and staff. Annie especially loves Pepe, who looks after her “like a big brother”. In fact, we adore them all. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Atrani - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £885 per week, including car hire
 

A spectacularly located 'hideaway', just above Atrani on the Amalfi coast, and just off the road up to Ravello (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 8)

Laura M loves Atrani and Villa Franco’s spectacular “hidden” location – one of the best-kept secrets on the Amalfi! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Ravello - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £96 B&B or £122 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £204.40 PER WEEK
 

Noted for its good food, the elegant Villa Maria is a traditional Italian villa, with breathtaking views towards the Amalfi Coast. Guests may use the pool at nearby the Hotel Giordano.

Laura M thinks the Villa Maria’s restaurant is the most romantic place in the world! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Acquafredda Di Maratea - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £55 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £136 PER WEEK
 

Really tucked into the Basilicata coastline, backed by cliffs and right on the sea, this delightful hotel sits on the edge of its own cove.

Ray loves the Gabbiano’s great location and fresher than fresh fish and Annie loves Rosa, who really knows her stuff. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Terranova Di Pollino - nearest airport Naples

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Stunning scenery and the ultimate Basilicatan welcome, in the very heart of the Pollino National Park. Pino offers his guests delicious home cooking and good wine - you will never want to leave!

Situated high up in the heart of the stunningly beautiful Pollino National Park, .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Acquafredda di Maratea - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £60 B&B or £88 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £170.80 PER WEEK
 

A fine old villa in a stunning location, overlooking the sea. It is our privilege to offer this special hotel which serves Italian food and wine at their very best. This is a real favourite of ours.

Helen loves the country house feel, Biagio, the food, the comfy beds, the terrace and the stunning views. Ray & Alison love the romantic, refined atmosphere. Annie loves EVERYTHING!! Alex thinks it’s five star (without the 5th star!!) .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Maratea - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £920 per week, including car hire
 

In an absolutely spectacular spot along the Maratea coast, this is an exclusive and stylish villa, with only four guest-rooms and an apartment in the grounds. (Rooms and apartment which sleeps 4)

Alison loves Villa Cristiana’s incredible views, the privacy and tranquillity and the “one hell of a pool”. Paul loves the feeling of exclusivity. Laura M loves the stunning location. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Maratea - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £45 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £130 PER WEEK
 

In an absolutely spectacular spot along the Maratea coast, this is an exclusive and stylish villa, with only four guest-rooms and an apartment in the grounds. (Rooms and apartment which sleeps 4)

Alison loves Villa Cristiana’s incredible views, the privacy and tranquillity and the “one hell of a pool”. Paul loves the feeling of exclusivity. Laura M loves the stunning location. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Maratea

Price: From £47 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £89.60 PER WEEK
 

Surrounded by woodland, this small hotel is in typical Mediterranean style and is in a beautiful location, overlooking the sea.

Laura loves Villa Delle Meraviglie’s surrounding woodland, Mediterranean style and beautiful location, by the sea. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Capo Vaticano - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £840 per week, including car hire. COTTAGE - SAVE UP TO £46 PER WEEK
 

Situated in a panoramic location on the famous Capo Vaticano and close to its beautiful beaches, famous for their white sand and crystal, turquoise sea. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 6)

Alex loves everything that Costa Azzurra does so generously – the gardens, the pool and, of course, the weekly barbecue. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Capo Vaticano - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £52 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £104 PER WEEK
 

Situated in a panoramic location on the famous Capo Vaticano and close to its beautiful beaches, famous for their white sand and crystal, turquoise sea. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 6)

Alex loves everything that Costa Azzurra does so generously – the gardens, the pool and, of course, the weekly barbecue. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Torre di Ruggiero - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £45 B&B or £56 H/B, per person, per night.
 

Built on the ruins of an ancient monastery and set in the heart of Calabria’s most beautiful mountain scenery, yet only about 40 minutes from the coast, this family estate offers guests a stay like no other. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Michael loves I Monaci’s peace and quiet, the food and the charming, laughing Marina. Annie loves her, too, and her fabulous quirky grasp of English! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Torre Di Ruggiero - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £685 per week, including car hire
 

Built on the ruins of an ancient monastery and set in the heart of Calabria’s most beautiful mountain scenery, yet only about 40 minutes from the coast, this family estate offers guests a stay like no other. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Michael loves I Monaci’s peace and quiet, the food and the charming, laughing Marina. Annie loves her, too, and her fabulous quirky grasp of English! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Pianopoli - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £51 B&B or £70 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £150 PER WEEK
 

Il Casale is wonderfully imposing and completely surrounded by acres of olive groves. As well as the rooms in the main farmhouse, there is another smaller, fortified house, for self-catering. This is a unique place.(Rooms and a house which sleeps up to 6)

Michael loves that Il Casale is a great base for exploring. Paul loves the impressive farmhouse, the quality and the food. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Pianopoli - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £940 per week, including car hire.
 

Il Casale is wonderfully imposing and completely surrounded by acres of olive groves. As well as the rooms in the main farmhouse, there is another smaller, fortified house, for self-catering. This is a unique place.(Rooms and a house which sleeps up to 6)

Michael loves that Il Casale is a great base for exploring. Paul loves the impressive farmhouse, the quality and the food. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Near Tropea - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £126 B&B or £154 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £330.40 PER WEEK
 

Just north of Tropea, this hotel is exquisite - small, beautifully located and truly worthy of its five- star category.

Laura loves the romance of candlelit dinners, al fresco, at the wonderful Porto Pirgos. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Near Tropea - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £60 per person, per night on a half-board basis
 

With one part nestling into the curve of a white, sandy bay and the other part, San Giuseppe Sopra, dominating the cliff, this modern, Mediterranean-style hotel, in a splendid location, north of Tropea, now also has a fabulous new pool.

Laura M loves the San Giuseppe’s fabulous pool and the clearest sea she’s ever seen. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Sant’Angelo d’Ischia - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £65 B&B or £84 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & TERRACE - SAVE UP TO £124.60 PER WEEK
 

Casa Celestino is a real gem. Just a few minutes’ stroll from the square, and right by the sea, it has been renovated recently, with great taste. An added bonus is that guests of Casa Celestino may use the swimming pool at the nearby Hotel San Michele.

Paul loves Casa Celestino’s crisp colours and lovely location – a real little gem. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Forio d’Ischia - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £148 per person, per night on a half-board basis. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £235.20 PER WEEK
 

Go to the Mezzatorre. It seems, to us, to be an almost compulsory holiday, during one’s lifetime! Enjoy its friendly staff. Pamper yourselves and be spoiled. Have a truly memorable stay. This hotel is a place for romance, relaxation and renewal.

Laura M loves the Mezzatorre’s sheer bliss – morning massage; long, lazy lunch by the sea; snooze by the pool; then, a romantic spot, glass in hand, to watch the sun set. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Peschici - nearest airports Bari & Pescara

Price: From £56 B&B or £62 H/B, per person, per night
 

Set amongst olive groves, yet close to the sea and the pretty, white town of Peschici, this small, family-run hotel is in a glorious position, with a restaurant that serves delicious, traditional cuisine. Clients love it too.

Alison & Paul love the location and the spectacularly good, wonderful home cooking – and it’s so close to the sea. Laura always enjoys the warm welcome of the really kind and genuine Oscar and Lucrezia. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Vieste - nearest airports Bari & Pescara

Price: From £245 per person for 4 nights, or from £430 per person, per week, on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £49.80 PER WEEK
 

In a spectacular spot, this family-run hotel is for people, who love their food and the more authentic side of Italy. It is excellent value for money, too.

Helen has wonderful memories of sitting on the terrace, glass in hand (of course!), followed by the most delicious dinner of fresh fish and gorgeous pumpkin chips! She loves this hotel. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Locorotondo - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £69 B&B or £84 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY SUITE - SAVE UP TO £300 PER WEEK
 

A beautiful ‘trulli’ hotel, two lovely pools, set in the picturesque, Pugliese countryside, not far from Locorotondo, Il Palmento is magical.

Great in summer, but Helen loves this stylish and comfortable hotel “for all seasons”. The fabulous under-floor heating is great for drying your swimsuit! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Avetrana - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £55 B&B or £75 H/B, per person, per night. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £302.40 PER WEEK
 

This masseria is in one of the lesser known parts of Puglia, in a rural setting, surrounded by 110,000 olive trees, with a wonderful swimming pool and not far from the coast. The excellent restaurant means this is a great choice for food-lovers!

Helen, Alex & Laura can’t praise this enough. Really “real” Puglia, everything about it is generous, including the owners, whose kindness is boundless. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Fasano - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £78 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £300 PER WEEK
 

Ideal for couples, this small masseria has touches of quality and cascades of flowers everywhere. Every time we visit, we love it more.

Laura loves the feeling of exclusivity and the “secret garden” atmosphere of the orangerie and pool. Laura M says, “It’s just got style!” .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Savelletri - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £138 per person, per night on a B&B basis. HALF-BOARD BOOKINGS - SAVE UPTO £800 PER WEEK
 

A 15th century masseria, close to its private, sandy beach, the fishing village of Savelletri and set in extensive grounds of olive trees and landscaped gardens.

Laura M loves the feeling of exclusivity and dreams of taking a holiday here…..one day. Annie & Ray love the masseria’s architecture. It is special. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Marina di Ostuni - fly into Bari or Brindisi

Price: From £60 B&B or £70 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY ROOM - SAVE UP TO £534.60 PER WEEK
 

Near Ostuni, and just a few hundred metres from the shores of the Adriatic, is this beautifully restored masseria.

Alex thinks that it has something for everyone and that “everything is done so well”. He & Annie love the relaxed atmosphere and the fantastic food, with a “kitchen garden approach”, which is surprising in a hotel. Fabulous! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Locorotondo - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £825 per week, including car hire. TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT - SAVE UP TO £58 PER WEEK
 

These ten trulli apartments, with a lovely pool, are just outside the town of Locorotondo, in the heart of Puglia. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 6)

Paul arranged a big birthday bash here and it was really successful. He loves it and especially Carole & Mino, who are great hosts. In a beautiful setting, they will offer guests, an unforgettable stay. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Cisternino - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £1025 per week, including car hire
 

Extremely spacious and particularly suitable for adults; sleeps up to 6 - three double bedrooms, with three shower rooms and its own private pool

Ray & Annie love their home in Italy and, of course, think it’s very special and everyone else agrees. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Cisternino - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £925 per week, including car hire
 

In a spectacular spot, with lovely views towards Cisternino, this trullo is an absolute delight. The separate trullo, in the garden, adds another dimension and is a dream. (Sleeps up to 6)

Ray & Annie have a real soft spot for this trullo, which so reflects the owners – one passionate about her garden and the other passionate about his cooking. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Cisternino - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £925 per week, including car hire
 

Particularly suitable for adults; sleeps up to 4 - two double bedrooms, with two shower rooms; shared pool

Michael loves the tranquillity of the spot and the quality. Ray especially loves the majesty of the olive tree in and close to the piazzale, and the stunning pool. Annie loves the colours – even the fridge is sky-blue! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Cisternino - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £825 per week, including car hire
 

Particularly suitable for adults; sleeps 2 - one double bedroom, with shower room; shared pool

Close to all of our hearts for its enchanting location and beautiful views, we all think that Trullo Noce is the perfect romantic hideaway. Laura says that it really brings out the romance in Alex, when they stay there, so, say no more! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Cisternino - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £855 per week, including car hire
 

Interestingly restored and furnished, the owners have found a successful blend of contemporary style and traditional trullo. (Sleeps 4)

Paul loves the spaciousness and stylish interior. Laura loves the fabulous, very private location and views over vineyards and pretty countryside. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Near Rome

Price: From £106 per night, NOT including car hire, or from £925 per week including car hire
 

Spacious and comfortable apartments, in a converted barn, these are an ideal base for those wanting a more relaxing and rural environment, within easy reach of Rome. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 6)

Alison & Laura M love Vecchio Borgo and it really exceeded their expectations, and it’s excellent value for money and so flexible. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Alghero - nearest airport Alghero

Price: From £725 per week, including car hire
 

This detached house is in a glorious setting, amongst olive groves and not far from the sea. Ignazio and Dolores are wonderful and make guests feel very welcome. (Sleeps 4)

Michael says that Casa Dolores is a private house without the price tag! He loves its proximity to such a fabulous beach. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Alghero - nearest airport Alghero

Price: From £975 per week, including car hire
 

This small ‘borgo’, close to Alghero really is something special – the apartments and villettas are in a raised position with beautiful, open views over the surrounding countryside. (Villettas and apartments which sleep from 2 to 8)

Helen loves Casale Del Monte’s superbly appointed apartments and dreams of taking a whole bunch of family and friends. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Golfo Aranci - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £64 B&B or £90 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £106.40 PER WEEK
 

In the small holiday resort of Golfo Aranci, just south of the Costa Smeralda, this family-run hotel has uninterrupted views over the bay - a great position for those looking for a relaxing, beach holiday.

Helen loves Gabbiano Azzurro’s ultra-clean bedrooms, fabulous bathrooms and glorious sea-views, as well as the fact that it’s fantastically well run, with the owners very much in evidence. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Nr Alghero - nearest airport Alghero

Price: From £60 per person, per night on a half-board basis. FAMILY ROOM WITH FRONT SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £226.80 PER WEEK
 

Only about 12km from the old, walled town of Alghero, nestling into a bay with a glorious beach, this hotel gives guests a very warm welcome and would make an excellent choice for families.

Paul says that Portoconte is exactly his kind of family hotel, near his favourite town – a great combination, if ever there was one! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Capo Ceraso - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £73 per person, per night on a half-board basis. 1 ADULT & 1 CHILD SHARING A TWIN ROOM - SAVE UP TO £819 PER WEEK
 

Near Olbia, this hotel has been completely renovated with originality and flair.

Paul is never short of words, but the first time he went to Li Cuncheddi he was speechless – the stylish décor, the fantastic beach, he was blown away!! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Porto Cervo - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £845 per week, including car hire. TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT - SAVE UP TO £86.25 PER WEEK
 

On the famous Costa Smeralda, these privately owned villettas are in a truly stunning location, in the heart of this area, and yet, somewhat tucked away - a real paradise. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 6)

Helen loves Liscia di Vacca’s beautiful gardens and the ever-smiling Donato – in fact, we’re all quite smitten. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Nora Di Pula

Price: From £76 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £175 PER WEEK
 

On Sardinia’s southern coast, this modern and stylish hotel is set in lovely grounds.

Michael loves the “top notch” beach restaurant at the Sant’Efis, as well as the sandy beach and the great gardens and pool. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Oliena - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £95 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £240 PER WEEK
 

Set amongst the most spectacular mountain scenery, yet only about half an hour from the sea.

Ray & Alex love Su Gologone’s taste of mountainous Sardinia, that slightly wild feel. Laura loves the colours, the plants, the hospitality and the “perfectly imperfect” sumptuousness. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Alghero - nearest airport Alghero

Price: From £88 per person, per night on a B&B basis
 

Once the summer home of Italian Royalty, this old villa stands on its own private promontory, with uninterrupted views of the coast and Alghero.

Helen thinks that any trip to Villa Las Tronas feels like a special occasion – “there’s something wonderful about sitting on your own large terrace, a deep red glass of Cannonau in your hand, watching the crystal azure sea lap gently onto the rocks” . .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Castelmola - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £1195 per week, NOT including car hire
 

In the grounds of the Hotel Villa Sonia, Giuseppe and Maria have restored an old stone cottage and grape press into two apartments, which seem to sit on the edge of the world.

Annie’s had her eye on this for years and loves it so much that she’s tempted to keep it to herself. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £105 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £147 PER WEEK
 

This small and exclusive “bijou” hotel is in the heart of Taormina and we just love its location, the elegant rooms and its hosts, Pino and Francesca. This is a very special place.

Paul & Michael love the quality and individuality and the really great location. Alison loves the smallness and Laura loves the amazing breakfasts, the jolly Pino and the “ever-so-kind” Francesca! Annie adores the stylish luxury and the romantic terrace. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Ragusa - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £1195 per week, including car hire
 

Set in the beautiful Ragusa countryside, once home to the Knights of Malta, this small, converted, fortified monastery, has been renovated with care and attention to detail. This is a very special place. (Rooms and apartments which sleep 2)

Unique is the word that Helen & Laura keep using. They love that the Eremo is unlike anything else and it is so friendly – it is special. They love the area and surrounding landscape, too. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Ragusa - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £88 B&B or £130 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £300 PER WEEK
 

Set in the beautiful Ragusa countryside, once home to the Knights of Malta, this small, converted, fortified monastery, has been renovated with care and attention to detail. This is a very special place. (Rooms and apartments which sleep 2)

Unique is the word that Helen & Laura keep using. They love that the Eremo is unlike anything else and it is so friendly – it is special. They love the area and surrounding landscape, too. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £102 B&B or £122 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £176.40 PER WEEK
 

In Taormina’s centre and with such glorious views, over the sea, this is a great hotel, in a fabulous location.

Alex loves the location. “Sitting by the poolside bar at lunchtime, looking out to sea, you’d think you were on a small island, far from anywhere, but, walk out the other side and you are just a short stroll from Taormina’s main street. Perfect!” .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Siracusa - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £76 B&B or £86 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW - SAVE UP TO £212 FOR STAYS OF 5 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

A tasteful and elegant hotel, right by the sea, on Ortygia, with an excellent and well-deserved reputation for its food. This is a great favourite with clients and is another very special hotel.

Laura loves the food served in the restaurant, especially the fresh fish. She enjoys “getting lost” and absorbing the atmosphere in the old streets and piazzas, always ending up at the sea-front. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £92 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £1,104.24 PER WEEK
 

In an oasis of serenity and calm, this gracious hotel is a haven of elegance and style - a place to pamper yourself.

This is Helen’s favourite. She loves the location, the ambience, the beautiful terraces and views, the crisp bedrooms and the discreet, but attentive, service. In fact, she never stops going on about it!! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Piazza Armerina - fly to Catania or Palermo

Price: From £895 per week, including car hire
 

Near Piazza Armerina, Il Glicine is a small organic fruit and vegetable farm with two cottages and a pool, in an enchanting setting, in the heart of Sicily. (Sleeps 2)

One of Ray & Annie’s favourite places in the world! They love the tranquillity and peace; the sheer beauty of the location; the amazing landscape; .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Cefalu - nearest airport Catania or Palermo

Price: From £65 B&B or £82 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £123.20 PER WEEK
 

This hotel must occupy the most spectacular spot on the East Side of Cefalu, right by the sea, with beautiful views and its own bathing platforms and swimming pool.

Helen loves the views out to sea and that she can just pop on a bus from the hotel to get into the delightful Cefalu. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Acireale - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £775 per week, including car hire
 

In a wonderful spot, overlooking lemon groves to the sea, this working fruit farm is a delight. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 4)

Laura loves the fantastic views of Etna and Gabriella’s amazing (and potent!!) Limoncello, made from her own lemons. Annie enjoys “pinching” one or two, to perfume her suitcase for weeks! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £86 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £187.60 PER WEEK
 

In a stunning position, clinging to a cliff, and with uninterrupted views of the sea, the location of this hotel cannot be overstated.

Helen loves the incredible building, the stupendous views and the fabulous breakfast. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £116 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH GARDEN & SEA-VIEW - SAVE UP TO £400 PER WEEK
 

This world-famous hotel, converted from a 15th century convent, offers guests a fantastic half-board idea and a comfortable feeling of exclusivity that makes any stay special.

Annie loves that it’s not slick and perfect. She adores its sense of history, its “personality” and its dining experience – it’s her favourite magical 5- star in Southern Italy! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Cefalu - nearest airport Catania or Palermo

Price: From £80 B&B or £110 H/B, per person, per night. CLASSIC ROOM - SAVE UP TO £240 PER WEEK
 

In a magnificent setting, between Castelbuono and Cefalu, and only 10 minutes’ drive from the coast, this is an unusual and special agritourist hotel, in a stunning position.

A great hit with Laura! Santa Anastasia is close to two of her favourite places – Castelbuono & Cefalu – and she loves the views over the vineyards. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Valderice Mare - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £77 B&B or £102 H/B, per person, per night. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £328 PER WEEK
 

Near Trapani, this 17th century former “tonnara”, right on the sea, has been restored, as a complex, to create an interesting and modern ambience, with excellent facilities. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Alex loves the nautical feel and the sense of history and tradition mixing with the present, as fishermen mend their nets just outside, as they have done for centuries, and guests enjoy all modern amenities, inside. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Valderice Mare - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £1020 per week, including car hire
 

Near Trapani, this 17th century former “tonnara”, right on the sea, has been restored, as a complex, to create an interesting and modern ambience, with excellent facilities. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Alex loves the nautical feel and the sense of history and tradition mixing with the present, as fishermen mend their nets just outside, as they have done for centuries, and guests enjoy all modern amenities, inside. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Trabia - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £48 B&B or £58 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £124 PER WEEK
 

Ideally situated between Palermo and Cefalu, this large complex offers self-catering and hotel accommodation, in a lovely setting, around courtyards and gardens. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Michael loves the great combination of good facilities and good value for money, especially in summer. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Trabia - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £725 per week, including car hire. TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT - SAVE UP TO £60.75 PER WEEK
 

Ideally situated between Palermo and Cefalu, this large complex offers self-catering and hotel accommodation, in a lovely setting, around courtyards and gardens. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Michael loves the great combination of good facilities and good value for money, especially in summer. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Comiso - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £750 per week, including car hire
 

Not far from the picturesque town of Comiso, and only a half hour’s drive from some lovely beaches, Villa Alfredo is a very well preserved example of a grand, farm estate. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 5)

Alex loves the atmosphere, its location in “the heart of Baroque” and the owners, who have “Baroque at heart”. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Castelmola Di Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £76 B&B or £90 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH BALCONY/TERRACE WITH ETNA VIEW - SAVE UP TO £196 PER WEEK
 

This hotel is very special. With the atmosphere of an Italian country house and stunning, unimpeded views of Etna, we just love it.

Ray & Annie love the Etna views – “the best firework display ever!!” – and their favourite Sicilian wines. They adore Giuseppe and his ideas for “slow tourism” (even though he’s the most hyperactive person they know!) .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Castelbuono - nearest airport Catania or Palermo

Price: From £100 per night, NOT including car hire, or from £875 per week including car hire
 

On the outskirts of Castelbuono, near Cefalu and only 13km from the sea, these apartments in a castle are surrounded by beautiful countryside. Diego is a wonderful host. (Apartments of various sizes sleeping from 2 to 4)

Michael really enjoys the company of Villa Tommaso’s congenial hosts and the “quality, slow food experience” of Castelbuono. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: San Marco di Castellabate - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £48 B&B or £60 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY SUITE - SAVE UP TO £518 PER WEEK
 

This is a fabulous hotel, with rooms and self-catering apartments, as well as its own glorious, sandy beach, nestling into a cove - a fantastic spot, and just a stone’s throw from the village of San Marco. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Laura loves Il Cilentano’s delightful spot, close to the harbour, perfect for boat trips – she likes boats – and shops – she likes shoes, too! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: San Marco di Castellabate - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £740 per week, including car hire. ALL APARTMENTS - SAVE UP TO £50 PER WEEK
 

This is a fabulous hotel, with rooms and self-catering apartments, as well as its own glorious, sandy beach, nestling into a cove - a fantastic spot, and just a stone’s throw from the village of San Marco. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Laura loves Il Cilentano’s delightful spot, close to the harbour, perfect for boat trips – she likes boats – and shops – she likes shoes, too! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Palinuro - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £57 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY/PATIO - SAVE UP TO £146 PER WEEK
 

Rarely can one find a location as stunning as this one - a fantastic spot. We chose this hotel for its absolutely stupendous location and lovely pool. From almost wherever you are, views of the sea are unavoidable and absolutely magnificent.

Helen loves Kings for its absolutely stupendous location and huge deluxe room terraces. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Marina Di Casalvelino - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £795 per week, including car hire
 

Only about 3km from the sea, and on the very edge of the Cilento, this small farm is surrounded by young olive trees. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 7)

Laura M loves La Donatella’s taste of rural life and Donatella’s cooking. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Marina Di Casalvelino - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £48 B&B or £61 H/B, per person, per night.
 

Only about 3km from the sea, and on the very edge of the Cilento, this small farm is surrounded by young olive trees. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 7)

Laura M loves La Donatella’s taste of rural life and Donatella’s cooking. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Casalvelino - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £725 per week, including car hire
 

In the heart of the Cilento national park, close to the little town of Casalvelino, this property is set amidst the most lovely countryside, and is only a short drive from the coast. (Rooms and apartments which sleep 2 to 5)

Alex & Laura love La Fattoria’s location, the hills (big ones!) and the variety of activities. Alison, Annie & Ray agree and they ALL love the animals, the tranquillity, the superb food, genuine hospitality, and the kind family (especially Mum)! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Casalvelino - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £46 B&B or £55 H/B, per person, per night.
 

In the heart of the Cilento national park, close to the little town of Casalvelino, this property is set amidst the most lovely countryside, and is only a short drive from the coast. (Rooms and apartments which sleep 2 to 5)

Alex & Laura love La Fattoria’s location, the hills (big ones!) and the variety of activities. Alison, Annie & Ray agree and they ALL love the animals, the tranquillity, the superb food, genuine hospitality, and the kind family (especially Mum)! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Paestum - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £45 B&B or £59 H/B, per person, per night.
 

An agritourist hotel, like no other, this working country estate has a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere.

Annie & Ray love Tenuta Seliano’s TOTALLY laid-back atmosphere, the superb honest food, the family – and Nicolas and the buffalo, of course! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Santa Maria Di Castellabate - fly to Naples

Price: From £70 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £148.40 PER WEEK
 

Right on the sea front, this small and elegant hotel gives its guests a very special experience and is an absolute jewel. The charm is in the detail and, not just the sea-view, but also the perfume and music of the sea.

Annie loves the Villa Sirio and Helen fell in love with it before she even went there…then fell for it all over again, when she did! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers