It’ll be all too easy to convince your friends to spend the summer in this three-bedroom villa with its eye-popping views of the Mediterranean. The home is spacious, stretching into several rooms and terraces designed to encourage leisurely afternoons and long chats. And with the sea just a two-minute walk away, every day will feel nothing short of superb.

Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms

Amenities: Sea view, waterfront location, outdoor shower, washer, private patio, BBQ, sun loungers.

Location: Palermo

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A small but stylish Sicilian home with considered details peppered all throughout, this is an exquisite pick for couples or solo travelers. The curated antique accents and earthy ceramics create a warm atmosphere, and the sea views—from both the terrace and the outdoor shower—serve as a strong reminder you are on the Sicilian coastline (which is just a five-minute drive away).

Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Amenities: Outdoor shower, AC, outdoor dining area.

Location: Sciacca

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It’s a cliché, but this coastal home is as well-appointed as they come. There’s a heated jacuzzi, covered outdoor kitchen, direct access to the ocean (canoe and stand-up paddle boards included), bicycles, and a gas barbecue. It faces the Aoelian Islands, and sits on a stretch of sand known for its lack of foot traffic. If ever there were an ideal vacation home, this is it.

Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Amenities: Waterfront location, beach access, outdoor shower, washer, AC, BBQ, hammock, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, bikes, kayak, sun loungers.

Location: Finale