Description Sicilian Stone & Sky: Buseto Palizzolo

Anchored in the quiet west of Sicily, this villa is built around three garden terraces and a dark-tiled infinity pool that looks out over the mountains – the kind of outdoor setup that makes afternoons disappear. A hot tub, sun loungers, and two rooftop terraces add to the sense of space, while multiple spots for alfresco dining and cooking mean every meal can be taken outside. Indoors, original stone and exposed brick walls give the rooms an earthy, centuries-old quality. Cornino beach is a ten-minute drive away, and the Segesta Temple around twenty minutes – so there's plenty to explore when you finally leave.

Home truths:
* At full occupancy, at least one guest will sleep on a sofa bed. There are sofa beds in two of the bedrooms and they're best suited to children, so these bedrooms might work well for families with little ones.
* You'll need a car to make the most of your stay here. The village of Buseto Palizzolo is walkable for basics, but Trapani, Erice, and San Vito lo Capo are all a thirty-minute drive or more.