Everything about this stay was perfect - Livia was so accommodating and the communication with her was great. The property is unbelievably beautiful, the gardens are well kept and there’s so much love in the details. When we’re back in the area, we will for sure stay here again!

We were a group of 16 people on this trip, including 3 children under the age of 15. We had an absolutely wonderful stay — the property was truly amazing, even better than we had imagined. We rented four cars, which worked out perfectly for our group.The large and beautiful garden offered plenty of space, with the possibility of privacy whenever wanted. The outdoor pool was fantastic and enjoyed by both adults and children alike. The indoor pool was warm, cozy, and relaxing, with lovely bubbles to enjoy. The outdoor jacuzzi was also wonderfully warm and perfect for relaxing.We had a great time organizing a table tennis tournament in the beautiful ping pong room — everyone really appreciated it.The main house had everything one could wish for, and the two annexes suited the families with children perfectly. It was always easy to get in touch with Livia, who kindly answered all of our questions.One evening, Nonna Maria came to cook for us and took care of absolutely everything. The food was delicious, and it was such a pleasure to sit down at a beautifully prepared table and be served.Everything was simply perfect, and I can warmly recommend Villa Livia in Partanna to anyone looking for a memorable and relaxing stay.

We absolutely LOVED the Villa Partana. Livia is fantastic and ensured every detail of the stay was met. The listing cannot do it justice, it is more grand and spectacular in person. 14 of us stayed here very comfortably to celebrate my friends 60th birthday. The wellness room with hot tub and dry saunas was wonderful. We cooked many dinners in the fully equipped kitchen. Livia helped us arrange a wonderful wine tour nearby, drivers for transport and olive farms. You can easily walk to town. Plenty of bathrooms, robes in each bedroom. The views are amazing!!I cannot wait to come back. I would always book a stay here. Thank you Livia

There is a magic in the pure air and fertile fields of Western Sicily. Here, the ancient Mediterranean landscape - where wild varieties of thyme, fennel and asparagus are found among the modern tillage - now yields sophisticated oils, wines and citrus. Everywhere, the ruins of the ancients. We came to out-of-the-way Partanna, and Villa Livia, to be immersed in this uniquely-Sicilian experience.From the moment the entry gate swung open, the Villa Livia exceeded our expectations. The living accommodations were beautifully-appointed and nicely-arranged. From its high perch at the top of town, the villa affords expansive views of the Belice Valley, past Castelvetrano, to the sea. Magnificent sunrises and sunsets are the norm. Need additional privacy? The villa’s cottage awaits, a short stroll through the gardens.Sicily is all about the food. We hired a local cook and the experience was superb (ask the villa proprietor, who can arrange). The villa offers three dining areas: the breezy entry portico, the large sunroom, and the formal dining room. Cooking for yourself? You’ll find the kitchen modest in size but well-equipped and thoughtfully-designed. The villa offers two lovely living rooms and appointments throughout the residence are well-considered and typical of the region and its history. However, we used every opportunity to enjoy the amazing outdoor spaces. The pool area deserves special mention. It’s especially lovely at sunset.We were very impressed with the villa’s proprietor who was attentive and communicated quickly as the need arose, both before and throughout our visit. Top marks here.NOTES: While Partanna is ideally-located to explore Western Sicily (Selinunte, Marsala, Trapani/Erice, and Segesta are within an hour), Partanna itself is not a tourist town. Markets and good restaurants are a walkable distance, but you’ll need an automobile to access your destinations.Sicily is enjoying a wine renaissance! A tour/tasting at one of the up-and-coming small vintners is a must. The wineries at Gorghi Tondi and Planeta are standouts. Olives, similarly. Western Sicily hosts a number of artisanal oil producers. We loved our tour of the world-class Azienda Agricola Ravida. Other options are within 45 minutes. In sum, we could not have asked for a better experience than was afforded by Villa Livia. We found this an exceptional property, and recommend it heartily for any larger group (we were eleven).