{"id":3020,"date":"2020-07-28T15:47:03","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T15:47:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wishsicily.com\/blog\/?p=3020"},"modified":"2026-04-01T14:14:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T12:14:24","slug":"summer-getaway-in-sicily-enjoy-quiet-beaches-and-crowd-free-tourist-spots-at-the-end-of-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wishsicily.com\/blog\/summer-getaway-in-sicily-enjoy-quiet-beaches-and-crowd-free-tourist-spots-at-the-end-of-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer getaway in Sicily | Enjoy quiet beaches and crowd-free tourist spots at the end of August"},"content":{"rendered":"

What are your holiday plans this year? Have you plumped for a staycation, or are you still hankering after a week on foreign shores? The fact is that however much we\u2019ve adapted to our much-changed world, few of us can resist the lure of a temporary escape from routine to a place of new sights, tastes and experiences.<\/p>\n

If you are tempted by a last-minute holiday in Sicily<\/a> before the kids go back to school, several of our properties still have pockets of availability in August.<\/strong> Italian holidays generally end after the week of Ferragosto so from 22 August, beaches and tourist spots in Sicily will be significantly quieter. During the last week of the month, you can also save up to 30% on your villa price and, for peace of mind, we\u2019re offering a free cancellation policy should the current situation change.<\/strong> Read on for inspiration.<\/p>\n

Seafront villa at Fontane Bianche<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ideal for a group of adults, or a family with teenage children, Villa Lo Scoglio<\/a> offers dreamy views from huge sweeping terraces and veranda s that overlook plant-filled gardens and a magnificent seascape. When you need a dip, wander down through the garden to a deserted spot on the water\u2019s edge where a small ladder, fixed to the rocks, descends into the sparkling turquoise sea.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s plenty of space indoors too, including a huge light-filled living room, traditionally-tiled kitchen, two bedrooms and a stunning rooftop terrace.<\/p>\n

Cultural draw? Nearby Syracuse wins hands down when it comes to enchanting cities, but gorgeous honey-coloured Noto is the perfect mellow end to a day in the sun.<\/p>\n

Villa Lo Scoglio is available from 23-30 August, from \u20ac2080 (sleeps 4) per week, including a 20% discount.<\/p>\n

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Villa Lo Scoglio, Fontane Bianche – Sicily<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sightseeing villa in northern Sicily<\/strong><\/h3>\n

While Sicily\u2019s ancient buildings and UNESCO World Heritage sites are undeniably some of the island\u2019s principal attractions, it may be that you\u2019re looking for life\u2019s simpler pleasures \u2013 strolling through markets, cooking delicious food or just relaxing by the pool.<\/p>\n

If this sounds like your family, a week at Casa Turi<\/a> on the north coast will tick every box. Explore Palermo\u2019s markets and street food, visit the magnificent Norman cathedral at Monreale, and head into the seaside resort of Cefal\u00f9 to see its stunning Duomo, or enjoy a fabulous meal on the seafront. Back at the villa, leave plenty of time for soaking up the rays and prepping al fresco meals in the stunning outdoor kitchen.<\/p>\n

Casa Turi is available from 29 August, from \u20ac2430 (sleeps 11) per week, including 10% discount.<\/p>\n