Seafront villa in Marina di Modica

Villa Molia

A sea-facing base for four couples or an adult family, pairing a 2,000 m² Mediterranean garden and broad terraces with the Baroque towns and beaches of south-east Sicily.

4 double bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8Private 3.5 × 5.5 m pool£3,080–£6,160 per week

ExpertoItaly opinion

Outdoor living is the reason to choose it

Villa Molia is at its best when the garden, pergolas and sea-facing terraces become the living room. The approximately 2,000 m² grounds and 200 m² of terraces create several distinct places to eat, read and gather, while the rocky shore is only about 50 metres away.

The four double bedrooms and five bathrooms suit adults sharing especially well. One bedroom is in the main house; three are in a separate annexe and reached from outside, giving each couple privacy but making the arrangement less natural for families with very young children.

Best for: four couples, adult families, or families with older children who value the coast, outdoor living and easy drives to the Val di Noto. It is less suitable for guests expecting a large resort-style pool or all bedrooms under one roof.

  • Setting: Marina di Modica coast
  • Garden: approximately 2,000 m²
  • Villa: approximately 150 m²
  • Terraces: approximately 200 m²
Panoramic roof terrace at Villa Molia overlooking the sea

A broad roof terrace creates a natural place for slow mornings and late-afternoon drinks.

Pergola-covered dining terrace and barbecue at Villa Molia

The pergola brings dining, barbecuing and relaxed seating into one generous outdoor room.

Before you choose it

The principal planning decisions

Four couples work especially well

All four bedrooms are proper doubles and each has its own shower room. The arrangement gives eight adults substantially more privacy than a typical family villa with shared bathrooms or secondary sleeping places.

Three bedrooms are in the annexe

The main house contains one double bedroom. The other three doubles are in a separate annexe and each is reached from outside, which is useful for independence but needs thought for younger children or anyone wanting all rooms connected internally.

A car is essential

The rocky shore is about 50 metres away and the nearest sandy beach is approximately 900 metres away, but the villa works as a driving base for shops, restaurants and Baroque towns. Private parking is provided within the grounds.

A compact above-ground pool

The private pool measures 3.5 × 5.5 metres and is 1.30 metres deep. It is open year-round, with no confirmed shallow section or fencing, so it is a place to cool off rather than the villa’s main selling point and requires close supervision for children.

Bedrooms and bathrooms

The true sleeping arrangement

Double bedroom in the main house at Villa Molia with private shower room

Four proper double bedrooms

One in the house, three in the annexe

The main house has one double bedroom with its own shower room. The separate annexe contains three further double bedrooms, each with a private shower room and its own external entrance.

Double bedroom in the separate annexe at Villa Molia

Five bathrooms

Private facilities for every bedroom

Each double bedroom has a private shower room. A further small bathroom beside the laundry in the main house brings the total to five, which makes the villa particularly practical for adults sharing.

Time at the villa

Sea-facing days shaped by terraces and shade

The compact pool is useful for a refreshing dip, but the garden, pergolas and terraces are what give Villa Molia its relaxed coastal rhythm.

Compact private pool in the garden at Villa Molia

Pool and garden

The 3.5 × 5.5 metre above-ground pool sits within an approximately 2,000 m² Mediterranean garden, with loungers and an external shower nearby.

Barbecue and covered outdoor dining area at Villa Molia

Outdoor dining

A large pergola-covered patio combines dining, barbecue and lounge areas, giving the group a practical shaded base through the warmest part of the day.

Sea-facing garden lounge at Villa Molia

Garden lounge

Outdoor sofas face the sea through Mediterranean planting, creating a quieter alternative to the dining terrace and pool area.

Sea view from a roof terrace at Villa Molia

Panoramic terraces

Three terraces provide different places for morning coffee, reading and drinks, with the sea remaining part of the view.

Kitchen at Villa Molia

Kitchen and dining

The kitchen includes an induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, two fridges, freezer, espresso machine and ice maker.

Living and dining room at Villa Molia

Indoor comfort

The main living and dining room is practical rather than formal, with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and a Smart TV for easy evenings at home.

Villa amenities

Comfort and practicalities

  • Air conditioning in every room
  • Wi-Fi and Smart TV
  • Washer-dryer, iron and four hairdryers
  • Mosquito nets in all rooms
  • Private parking within the grounds

Kitchen and family

  • Dishwasher, oven, microwave and induction hob
  • Two fridges and a separate freezer
  • Espresso machine, percolator and ice maker
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Welcome basket on arrival

Outdoors and services

  • Private pool open year-round
  • Three terraces and a covered pergola
  • Barbecue, outdoor lounge and external shower
  • Sun loungers and beach umbrella
  • Scheduled linen, towel and light-cleaning service

Location

Between the Marina di Modica coast and the Baroque south-east

Villa Molia sits close to the rocky shoreline at Marina di Modica, with a sandy beach approximately 900 metres away and Pozzallo about 6 kilometres along the coast. The setting suits guests who want the sea to shape daily life without giving up cultural days.

Scicli, Modica, Ragusa and Noto open the Val di Noto in different directions. A car is essential, but the driving pattern is useful: easy coast time can be balanced with selected town visits rather than trying to cover the entire region in a single day.

Villa Molia in its coastal garden near Marina di Modica

A planted coastal setting with the sea close at hand and the Baroque south-east within driving reach.

Everyday essentials

  • Rocky shore50 m
  • Sandy beach900 m
  • Delicatessen1 km
  • Restaurant1 km
  • Tennis court250 m

Towns and culture

  • Pozzallo6 km
  • Scicli16 km
  • Modica20 km
  • Ragusa35 km
  • Noto38 km
  • Siracusa70 km

Travel and activities

  • Pozzallo station6 km
  • Pozzallo harbour7 km
  • Comiso airport60 km
  • Catania airport130 km
  • Golf at Donnafugata40 km
  • Diving at Marzamemi40 km

From the villa

Four south-east Sicily days worth planning

Villa Molia works best when sea-facing villa days are balanced with a small number of purposeful outings. These choices keep the week varied without turning it into a driving holiday.

Baroque towns

Start with Scicli, then choose Modica or Ragusa

Scicli is the closest Baroque town and deserves time on its own. Add Modica for churches, steep streets and chocolate, or Ragusa for a longer cultural day, rather than rushing all three.

Plan South-East Sicily

Nature and coast

Keep Vendicari distinct from an easy beach day

Vendicari is for walking, wetlands and open coastal landscapes. Treat it as a nature-reserve visit, then use Marina di Modica or Pozzallo when the priority is straightforward sand and swimming.

Choose the right Val di Noto coast day

Baroque and coast

Give Noto the right time of day

Noto is approximately 38 kilometres away. Visit early or later in summer, protecting the hottest part of the day for the sea or villa rather than forcing too many stops into one outing.

Read the Val di Noto guide

Longer cultural day

Make Siracusa a full-day choice

Siracusa is about 70 kilometres away and merits an unhurried day for Ortigia and Greek archaeology. It is a worthwhile longer outing, not an add-on after several other towns.

Plan a day in Siracusa

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Plan a holiday featuring Villa Molia

Tell us who is travelling, your preferred dates and whether you want Villa Molia as a settled seven-night base or paired with another part of Sicily. We will confirm the bedroom arrangement, availability and route around the villa.

Indicative weekly price guide: £3,080–£6,160, depending on the travel dates. Rates for your chosen season will be confirmed before booking.

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