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Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia

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Property grounds
Pool
Interior
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

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

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 1,076 square feet

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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

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
Property Registration Number IT089017C2LTFB7HJ9

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

Map
Siracusa, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Temple of Apollo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Syracuse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lungomare di Ortigia - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Porto Piccolo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪Pasticceria Artale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Porta Marina da Salvo - ‬1 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 steps away from Porta Marina, Piazza Archimede and Palazzo Lanza. Fountain of Diana and Arkimedeion Museum are just steps away. Syracuse Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Wonderful Ancient House in Ortigia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iqbal P., Evesham, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Go back in time - in comfort!
The host, Ettore, couldn't have been more helpful. The apartment was stunning and had everything you need. It was quiet and very well situated - lots of restaurants within 3 minutes walk and the sea is just down the road. The nearest beach is under 10 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

diane d., Elizabeth, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than we imagined!
The Ancient House in Ortigia is even better than we imagined. The house is better than expected and has so many authentic touches including stone wall that backs up against a church, beautiful decorations throughout and too many amenities to count. Ettore thought of everything including a complimentary bottle of wine , liter sized bottles of water, and a n espresso machine with cups. A short walk out the door are so many shops and sidewalk cafes. The main piazza is also a few minutes walk and is is gorgeous with restaurants and music every night. We parked our vehicle and never used it the entire time. Ettore is such a wonderful host and his rental is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claus S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super host and outstanding property!
The location and condition of the property were top-notch and Ettore was a super host. 100% recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ortigia
We had a great time in Ortigia! This is a beautiful historic property & we would definitely return on a future visit to Ortigia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kevin S.

Disappointing
Whilst, once you got inside the actual rental part of the property it was pretty much as described, what we were not made aware of was that it was within a building which was subject to extensive building work. We arrived at around 21.00 and were greeted by Ettore's lovely parents & shown to the property. At around 08.00 the next morning we were awoken by unbearably noisy building work just outside our door & also a considerable amount of dust. This was accompanied by the noise of debris falling on the glass roof from work being undertaken above. At that point, all we wanted to do was leave. We contacted Ettore & he contacted the neighbour responsible for the building work. Arrangements were made for the particularly noisy & dusty work to finish by lunchtime. By the afternoon things had improved, but not enough to repair the damage already done our feeling in respect of the place we were staying and our holiday as a whole. We decided in the end to stay & whilst there was still noise, it was generally bearable. The property is well located and there are plenty of places to eat and place of interest around. We are very disappointed that we were not advised about the building work & potential disruption in advance or our holiday. Had we known, we would have stayed somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Near restaurants, gelateria, and easy access to activities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in Ortigia
We had amazing experience staying Ortigia. Ettore is a FANTASTIC host ensuring that all our needs were met including information about local parking and places to eat. He attends to every detail. His home is truly lovely and we were thrilled with out experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect all the way around!
This is a nicely restored property (back portion of the still active church) that is in a perfect location to visit Ortigia and Siracusa. 2 min walk to the grocery and amazing restaurants. The apartment is very comfortable with 2 large bedrooms and 2 large full bathrooms. The outdoor sitting area was perfect for relaxing as well as eating. The kitchen is well stocked and we cooked nearly every evening. Ettore was exceptionally responsive during all aspects of our stay from booking questions to check in. He was also very helpful in suggestions for some tourist visits. Highly recommend Ettore and his Ancient Ortigia House!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glen G., Santa Monica, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful apartment
The property is beautiful, perfect for a small family, gorgeously decorated, and well situated. Additionally, the owner, Ettore, was immediately responsive to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis
Old city charm yet modern and well equipped on in the inside. We had everything we needed. Enjoyed breakfast in the courtyard and escaped the heat of the sun as we toured the area by returning to the cool surroundings. Our only challenge was the induction stove!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, kind host
My friend & I spent a week in Ortigia in this lovely house. It is in walking distance to the whole island and also to Siracusa. Our host, Ettore was responsive and generous with information and suggestions for the area. We found plenty of good restaurants close by. I will definitely want to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique apartment perfectly situated
We enjoyed this unique, historical property in the heart of Ortigia. The decor linens were high quality and the kitchen was well equipped. The host was helpful and very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cosette T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Find - steps from everything!
Our host made everything so easy for us and we loved the apartment! Big and beautiful and within walking distance to everything you want to do in Ortigia. The beds were comfortable and great kitchen too. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
I was familiar with the area where the property is located but I never imagined what was behind the stone walls and wooden doors of Ettores building' He met us at the door and welcomed us into one of the most beautiful and interesting homes I had seen in Sicily. It surpassed any of our expectations' Large clean and bright,we hope to return '
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

JD P., Windermere, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Without a doubt, the best overall experience yet in a VRBO, from check in all the way through check out. Super clean, kitchen has everything you need, very comfortable, and a little part of history. I would go back without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021