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June 11, 2009 - Castles in the sun: Torri Pepoli is a stunning castle with incredible views of the sea and the Aegadian islands, in the medieval hill-top town of Erice in western Sicily. For a special treat, book the ‘Elisabetta’ suite, set high in the castle turrets. Enjoy candle-lit dinners in the ancient stone-walled dining-room and laze in the lush gardens, bordered by tall crenellated walls.
A three-night stay starts at £263 per person, rising to £577 per person in the Elisabetta suite, with www.soloSicily.com. Low-cost flights to nearby Trapani from around £70 per person.
Island paradise: Combine a visit to Sicily with a stay on one of the neighbouring Aeolian Islands. Capofaro Malvasia is a boutique hotel in Salina, the greenest of the Aeolian Islands and the film location for ‘Il Postino’. Rooms are situated in Aeolian-style cottages with white stucco floors and shaded terraces, with views across vineyards to the sea. The hotel has a pool and excellent poolside restaurant with wonderful views over the neighbouring islands of Panarea and Stromboli.
A three-night stay starts at £290 per person with www.soloSicily.com. Travel to Palermo, followed by hydrofoil to Salina.
A tower for two: If you’re looking for a truly romantic retreat, the pretty 16th century Badia Tower stands alone in the magnificent gardens of the large Badia estate. The property has an alcoved double bedroom, kitchen and dining/living area and large private terrace with barbecue. Nearby attractions include the fascinating Greek sites at Selinunte and Segesta and the sandy beaches of San Vito lo Capo.
A one week stay in October starts at £746 (sleeps 2) with www.soloSicily.com. Travel to Palermo or Trapani with Ryanair.
soloSicily’s property portfolio comprises a collection of apartments, villas and boutique hotels throughout the island. Visit www.soloSicily.com or tel. 0044 (0)20 7193 0158.
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