Villa Giulia: a private beach on the Tyrrhenian, between Palermo and Cefalù.

Private beachPrivate sea accessBarbecue areaLarge outdoor space with lawnWashing machineDishwasher

Mazzaforno sits on that stretch of Tyrrhenian coast between Palermo and Cefalù where the water is clear, the beaches are uncrowded and the pace slows noticeably. Villa Giulia is here, within an exclusive private residence — with beach access that isn't a promotional claim but a path that leads directly to the sand, reserved for residence guests only. Unbroken sea views, a carefully tended English-style lawn and one of the finest sunsets on the northern coast. Comfortable, elegant interiors designed for coming back from the beach to find somewhere cool, quiet and well-kept. The private nature of the residence ensures a level of discretion that more exposed properties rarely offer — few neighbours, no passing strangers, silence when it matters. A short distance from Cefalù — one of Sicily's most visited medieval towns, with its Norman cathedral and beaches in the historic centre — and approximately 45 minutes from Palermo. Ideal for those who want to alternate sea and culture without long transfers.

Via Caprera 7, Mazzaforno, Cefalù