Caccamo is situated 5 miles from the sea on the northern coast of sicily. Its is a peaceful mountain Town situated approximately 500m above sea level. The nearest airport is Palermo, just over an hour away by car. The historic centre of Caccamo has cobbled stoned, narrow streets and an eleventh century castle. There is a busy market on saturday and lake rosamaina with water sports. The population is approx 8000 people. The nearest sandy beach is in the western part of Trabia and approx 20 minutes by car from Caccamo. There is free access to the beach or paid access, which includes lifeguards, toilets, showers, restaurant and bar. Termini Imerese, an historic port town, is about 15 mins by car from caccamo and has a main line train station. There are many different beaches to choose from along the coastline. The famous beach resort of Cefalu is 40 minutes away on the motorway or coast road, by car. The capital city of Palermo is approx 1 hour by car from Caccamo and is a fabulous day trip to include Palermo opera house and mondello beach. Direct flights to palermo for uk flyers are from gatwick, provided by easy jet.