Villa Petra - Modica Retreat
Guests loved
- ✔ Excellent location for exploring Modica; walkable to cafes and restaurants
- ✔ Stylish, well-designed and beautifully decorated interiors
- ✔ Responsive, friendly and helpful hosts
- ✔ Thoughtful welcome pack and well-equipped kitchen
- ✔ Lovely outdoor areas and refreshing plunge pool
Things to consider
- ✔ Some guests felt the surrounding environment (near hotel/gas station) affected the view or privacy
- ✔ Note that the villa is split into separate apartments, with some stairs/steps required
- ✔ Occasional humidity or dampness reported in certain rooms
- ✔ Occasional minor maintenance issues (e.g., lighting, outlets)
Best suited for
Guests often mention
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LocationGuests loved the proximity to Modica center, restaurants, and shops, though some noted the nearby hotel and gas station affected the view.Mentioned in 10 of 13 reviews
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DesignThe villa’s style, modern decor, and unique architecture were highlighted as major positives.Mentioned in 6 of 13 reviews
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HostHosts were frequently praised for being welcoming, responsive, and helpful throughout the stay.Mentioned in 6 of 13 reviews
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PoolMost found the plunge/splash pool ideal for cooling off, but a few commented on its small size or cleanliness issues during their stay.Mentioned in 6 of 13 reviews
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CleanlinessCleanliness was generally rated highly, with rare comments about maintenance or humidity in specific rooms.Mentioned in 4 of 13 reviews
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Comfort/FacilitiesGuests enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen and comfortable outdoor spaces; a few mentioned split apartment layout and humidity as drawbacks.Mentioned in 4 of 13 reviews
General informations
Description
Villa Petra is an amazing property with heated pool located in a unique position, close to the historic center of the city of Modica.
The property is spread over several levels.
The ground floor consists of a single room that houses a double bed, a sofa and a kitchenette. There are also a laundry room, a bathroom with shower and an elevator that allows you to easily reach the first floor. On request it is possible to add an extra bed. The environment is clean and minimalist but made special by the ceiling with the exposed rock.
The upper floor, which houses the main house, can be reached via stone stairs that lead directly to the outdoor area, the fulcrum of the villa, with kitchen, pergola, dining area and a small pool (3x2), almost set in the rock which, if necessary, can be heated.
Here too, the interior is modern and minimalist, with custom-made furniture and light points that highlight and perfectly illuminate all the rooms.
The living area consists of a kitchen-living room with sofa bed and a bathroom with shower carved into the stone.
The living room opens onto a splendid terrace from which it is possible to admire a wonderful glimpse of Modica Alta and the Cathedral of San Giorgio.
The stairs, behind the kitchen, lead to the master bedroom with walk-in closet and large windows overlooking the living room.
Villa Petra is a unique gem of its kind.
Its position allows you to move easily on foot to discover the historic center of Modica or to reach bars and restaurants. At the same time the privacy of the guests is totally guaranteed by the thick vegetation, to which an almost maniacal care is dedicated, which surrounds and overlooks the villa itself.
The villa is the perfect retreat for those looking for an intimate and romantic place without, however, giving up the comforts of city life.
FURTHER INFORMATION FOR GUESTS
Electricity included up to 250 kWh / week. For any extra consumption, € 0.40 / kWh will be calculated.
Tourist tax to be paid before arrival
Services
- Internal
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Baby cot
- High chair
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- External
- Swimming Pool
- Garden
- Barbecue
- Outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor shower
- Veranda
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Utensils
- Table Ware
- Fridge
- Microwave oven
- Coffee Machine
- Toaster
- Entertainment
- Internet
- WI-FI Internet
- Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Towels
- Other
- Washing machine
- Elevator
- Smoking Allowed
- Pets Allowed
Extra
| Extra | Cost |
|---|---|
| Admin Fee | Included |
| Air conditioning | Included |
| Baby high chair | Included |
| Cot/Crib | Included |
| Electricity | Included |
| Extra Beds | Included |
| Heated Pool | Included |
| Heating | Included |
| Insurance Travel Safe | Included |
| Internet Access | Included |
| Pool towels | Included |
| Extra | Cost |
|---|---|
| Arrival out of schedule | €50.00 /booking |
| Pet | €50.00 /booking |
| Extra | Cost |
|---|---|
| Final Cleaning | €180.00 /booking |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | €500.00 /booking |
Essentials nearby
Marina di Modica (Beach): 25KM
(Golf): 70KM
(Supermarket): 0.13KM
Aeroporto Catania (Airport): 126KM
Aeroporto Palermo (Airport): 290KM
(Bus Station): 0.18KM
(RESTAURANT): 0.3KM
Conditions
Safety deposit: € 500. The deposit will be refunded upon departure, less any damage or consumption (in excess of that agreed in booking). It’s always valid the right to compensation for higher damage.
Weekly prices include.
- welcome pack
- supply of bed linen and towels
- cleaning service for bookings over 10 days
- energy consumption uo to 250 kWh/week
- water/gas
- Internet WiFi
- Camping Cot/high chair – on request
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations up to 61 days before the arrival date, no charge.
For cancellations up to 30 days before the arrival date, 50% will be charged.
For cancellations less than 30 days before the arrival date, 100% will be charged.
Location
Reviews
The accommodation is perfect! Be prepared for stairs in Modica…
This is a wonderful property in an excellent location, with real charm and character.
The place was very cool the way it’s built into the rock. Good location if you have a car, easy to park in the street. Be mindful Modica is very hilly so you’ll need your walking shoes if you want to explore the old town as this place is at the base where lots of restaurants are located.
Costoso per la qualità effettiva della casa. La casa teoricamente perfetta aveva luci rotte, prese penzolanti, luce che saltava, piscina piena di guano, ed era palesemente ancora in fase di migliorie. Sinceramente potete e dovete adeguare i prezzi ai disservizi. Comunque io sto iniziando a segnalare tutto questo all agcom perché credo sia gusto che a promesse corrrispondono garanzie al consumatore. Che non ci sono state
Response from IsulaTravel
Grazie per aver condiviso il tuo feedback.
La piscina all’aperto può talvolta sporcarsi con il fogliame circostante, ma in casa mettiamo sempre a disposizione tutto l’occorrente per pulirla facilmente.
Per quanto riguarda la luce, il problema è stato causato da un momentaneo abbassamento di energia - il nostro tecnico era già pronto a intervenire nel caso in cui non si fosse risolto rapidamente.
Apprezziamo molto i commenti dei nostri ospiti e continuiamo a lavorare per migliorare sempre di più l’esperienza di soggiorno. Grazie ancora per aver scelto la nostra casa.
Alessia from IsulaTravel was a wonderful host. She welcomed us and responded to our questions super quickly. The house is beautifully decorated with a great eye for design. And the plunge pool with outdoor shower is ideal for cooling off. Unfortunately, roadwork was being done in front of the house just while we were there, which caused some noise disturbance. There is nothing you can do about that. It is perfect that you can walk straight from the house to Modica center for coffee, the bakery, and restaurants.