Waterfront vacation rentals in Santa Maria del Focallo

The pictures can’t do the huge, beautiful terrasse justice enough - it’s simply the most amazing view of Noto and Domenico was so kind and picked me up from the bus stop and drove me right to the apartment. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Comfortable apartment in a quiet street near the seaside in Ortigia. We loved the spacious terrace where we could enjoy breakfast or a glass of wine in the evening (when it was not raining). Kitchen and bathroom are well equipped. We slept very well in a comfortable bed in the sleeping room in the upper floor with the sound of the sea in the background. Whenever we had a question Emilia answered quickly, thanks also for good recommendations of restaurants etc. We really enjoyed our stay at Emilia's place.

Salvatore is a reliable host. He was flexible when we needed an extra night due to changes in flight schedules and he offered us the possibility to store our baggage in the apartment for a few hours after check-out. We spent a lovely 10 days in Syracuse and enjoyed the views form the balcony.

Apartment located right in the center of Ortigia convenient to all amenities(supermarkets, shops, etc.) suitable for children looking for movement(Ortigia is full of locals) and for families to take even in the evening a nice walk in the center (which is worth it.) The apartment is spacious and we found it clean and well equipped in terms of towels,sheets, etc. Nothing is missing. I did not get to know Carmelo but you are greeted directly by the host where I found Lucia, they are two people available for any problem, kind, always available ready to offer you the best service. And if you need advice on what to visit, where to go to the sea or anything Lucia will know how to help you. That said, I don't go too far, but if I had to go back to Sicily I would choose them so I recommend them 100%. I forgot the apartment has a beautiful cool terrace where you can enjoy a beautiful view.

We stayed here for five days and had a superb time. The apartment is in a great location, very close to the beach and lots of restaurants. It had very good air conditioning and good self catering facilities as well. We would definitely return!

We were thrilled to have spent a few days at Alessandra’s place. It’s proven to be a great idea to opt w Ortigia to within Syracuse, lots to see, walkable, amazing architecture, mini beaches around. This specific house has been great as it’s east facing that seemed a bit more quiet side of Ortigia, through the windows you overlook the sea and a cute square. We enjoyed just taking short coffee breaks across the street by the water. 🌊 The space is perfect for 2 ppl equipped w all we needed even for eating in and cooking some basic things. Coming by car, accessing the island and parking needs some attention, but nothing you couldn’t fix and Alessandra has been a great helping hand here w hints.

Our hosts went above and beyond throughout our whole stay. They were always on hand to offer suggestions or help us out if needed. Waking up to that view of the coast was incredible. We will miss this most! The location was excellent, with amazing restaurants in Marzamemi, and a beautiful sandy coastline. We will definitely return!

Our early April 2025 10-day stay was great! The property was exactly as shown on the listing site. An updated, well maintained, very clean, bright, lovely place in an absolutely beautiful setting. It was an easy walk to activities, sites and restaurants in both Siracusa and Ortigia. The host was helpful and responsive. It's one of the nicest places we've stayed in 20+ years of international travel. We highly recommend it to others.

This place is a hidden gem! It is in front of the beautiful sea. The outdoor area is so well equipped. Our young children loved it here (2,4 and 10 years old). The pool was also a nice feature and larger than on photo. The house itself was very clean and spotless. Everything and more you want is in the house. It felt very laid back and spacious. The bedrooms were also large and spacious. Enough closet space in every room, and the beds were awesome! Also, so so nice to have: every room had an outside space area, and the two master bedrooms were superb, the ocean view is unbeatable every moment of the day. The terrace on the topfloor was sublime and such a nice chill area with the outdoor furniture. The restaurants in the area: deliciously good. We went to the restaurant right across the street, and in the marina and in the square of the city centre. Also the best icecream of all villages and cities we visited was definitely Don Peppinu in this village Marina di Ragusa. Highly recommend!

Vincenzo and his wife were extremely kind and helpful throughout the entire stay. They welcomed me as a friend and took good care of their Airbnb. The home has a modern amenities and plenty of space to park a car. The area around Gallina has a lot of swimming options and the house is a few minutes to the highway if you want to go north to Catania or Siracusa or south to Modica and Scicli.

Great view and perfect place to stay for adventures on the island. It’s cosy and has all the facilities you need. Recommendation!

Walter was great! He was super communicative and helpful, getting me whatever I needed whenever I asked. He was also super welcoming, hosting me for dinner on my second night. I extended my stay by two nights because I enjoyed my stay so much. If I ever come back to Avola, I would stay here again.

With Francesca's house by the sea, we found the place we didn't know we were looking for. The location is beautiful, a few meters walk to the deserted beach, quiet and secluded on a beautiful natural property. There were no other guests in the neighboring accommodations, yet we felt safe in this pretty gem even in the evening. The camera and the lockable gate helped. The house is lovingly decorated, clear, tasteful and cozy. It was super clean, smelled pleasant. In addition to the usual household items and utensils, toiletries, beach accessories and drinks were available. The icing on the cake in the kitchen was the fantastic, local olive oil. We were there in the cooler season and thanks to the air conditioning it was cozy and warm in the evening. The absolute highlight next to the really exceptional beautiful accommodation is Francesca, who welcomed us super warmly with delicious food.

we had a few trouble finding the place but no drama. The property is located in a small settlement and is accordingly quiet. For restaurants and supermarket you need the car. a small free beach is within walking distance and was nice and quite clean and offers to collect many mussels. will be happy to come back

This place is really outstanding. We were a group of 10 (6 adults and 4 kids) and had plenty of space and bathrooms. The house is beautifully decorated, modern, and has a well-equipped kitchen. It is 15 min from Noto. We used it as a base to visit Noto, Siracusa, Ragusa/Modica, and the nearby town of Marzamemi. The house is in the country but we found it easy to travel to these nearby towns. The host was excellent and we followed several of the recommendations, which were all excellent. Overall we had an amazing time. We highly recommend this place!

We had a good time in the house, easy beach access. The last 100m to the house is a dirt road and you need to be careful driving at night.

Spacious 2 floor apartment in a great location, everywhere is walkable and it is lovely to be on the balcony looking out across the square. The apartment was very well equipped and the bedroom is huge with a comfy bed. Bathroom is small but has everything you need. The people managing the apartment also helped me to book a fab boat trip and were very responsive and helpful. Thanks for a fab stay.

Marcella is a warm and responsive host. She allowed us to check in very early and her place was clean and comfortable with a lovely view.

Great stay at Robin's. The accommodation is very nice, right across the street from the sea. A great place to rest. Robin is a great host! Very friendly, he makes you feel at home.

Giovanna and her colleague Nella were super responsive & helpful. Great directions & local recommendations. Elevator up to apartment, good lighting. Two nice bedrooms and two bathrooms plus clothes washing machine & drying rack. Lovely balconies looking over the harbor. Wine and bottled water waiting for us on arrival. Easy walk into Ortigia with lots of cafes and restaurants nearby. Caffe Apollo or Caffe Viola for breakfast close by. We also did a half day drive down to Noto on a rainy day - well worth the visit! Thank you Giovanna.

Cosy apartment directly at the waterfront, with lots of bars and restaurants in the vicinity. Alberto is a very friendly and responsive host.

Miriam and her mom waited for us on the street as we arrived, then welcomed us into the apartment they called "home." And indeed, it felt like a true home—beautifully decorated, comfortable, and fully equipped for guests, down to a sewing kit with various threads. On the dining table, there was a bottle of wine, and a pack of handmade Italian cookies. The fridge was stocked with juice, beer, milk, and water, and they had provided a variety of teas, both regular and decaf espressos. The location was perfect, in an ancient building near attractions. The stunning blue sea was just steps away, where we could sit at a relaxed restaurant table and watch the mesmerizing sunset. Miriam took my husband to park our rental car and brought him back. When we checked out, her father did the same. She sent us plenty of information about everything, her meticulous care surprised us again and again. In fact, her entire family shares the same warmth and care—they are all incredibly kind and attentive.

Great location in Ortega. Patio is large with seats and table. Limited common space for hanging out inside. Host was very responsive and gave lots of recommendations for things to do and see. Would recommend.

We loved our stay at Maria Theresa’s place! The apartment was lovely, and Maria Theresa was very kind and responsive throughout our stay. The only small drawback was the restaurant just below the apartment, which made it a bit noisy until around midnight. Otherwise, everything was great and we really enjoyed our time there!