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Charming Sicilian Villa of the century 1800 with old trees park

Charming Sicilian Villa of the century 1800 with old trees park

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Pool
Pool
Pool
swimming pool
Property grounds

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Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Linera, Sicilia
  • Popular LocationTimpa Natural Reserve5 min drive
  • Popular LocationAcireale Cathedral8 min drive
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo8 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Sicilian Villa of the century 1800 with old trees park

This fascinating detached baronial mansion property, assures you total privacy, with its very large private garden that is a mix of Mediterranean flowers tropical and succulent plants, palms, olive, pines and lemon trees. Here you can find a big private swimming pool, with a chromium therapy shower, open from March to October, several terraces with sea view, patios and meadows, all those areas are equipped with tables, chairs and long chairs
In the garden under the shade of trees there’s also a very useful barbeque corner where you can prepare your food, then it might be difficult for you to choose where you like to consume it, if in one of the numerous terraces having a wonderful view including sea view, Taormina and Calabria, just in the grass in front of the house under the shade of trees or on the swimming pool border.
The house is provided of a very big kitchen as well very big drawing room and dining room provided of air condition and fireplace where the guests may spend friendless moment all together. The bedrooms are 5 with their related 4 bathrooms, additionally there’s still another living room at the bedrooms floor with a sofa-bed and a second fireplace where guests can drink a warm cup of tea or coffee looking at the garden.
The beaches are at about 5 KM as well Acireale with its restaurants, theaters and organized summer events. In about 20 minutes you can reach Taormina with its famous beaches restaurants and pubs.
Due to the proximity to the motorway exit, about 5 min, it can also be a very convenient place to use as base for visiting the manifold wonderful Sicilian attractions (Catania and Etna about 15 min, Siracusa, Noto, Ragusa Ibla about 40 min, Piazza Armerina about 40 min, Agrigento with its temples about 50 min).

Property manager

Francesco

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Santa Venerina

Located in Santa Venerina, this villa is near theme parks and by the sea. Via Etnea and Ursino Castle are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Catania Port. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Park Etna, or check out an event or a game at Angelo Massimino Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.

What's nearby

  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Acireale Cathedral - 8 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 8 min drive
  • L'Antico Teatro dei Pupi - 9 min drive
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station - 5 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pasticceria Russo - 5 min drive
  • I Giardini di Villa Fago - 5 min drive
  • LA VILLA RistoPizzaClub - 5 min drive
  • Castello Astoria Park SRL - 5 min drive
  • Elysium Bar Pasticceria - 5 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful family gathering in a magnificent villa at the foot of Etna
Our Family with children and grandchildren, 10 in total from 8 to twice 80, spent a week in this magnificent Villa, which has belonged to the host family for generations. Large rooms with high ceilings on two floors. Stylishly classic and cozy furnished with antiques and authentic pictures and decorations and more. Everything lived up to the description. From the 1st floor there is a nice view of Etna, which we enjoyed every evening. The villa is located in a small park with an exciting Mediterranean vegetation, old trees, olives, grapes, fragrant flowers etc. From an elevated terrace and from the lawn a fantastic view over the coast towards Taormina and the Ionian Sea. The good weather gave us the opportunity to use the large swimming pool. Yes, we couldn't even take advantage of all the glories. The hosts, Maria and Francesco, are very sympathetic and helpful. The same goes for the house elf Rosalia! We could easily have used another week! And, if only we had mastered a little more Italian. Christian and Vera Michelsen - with family from Denmark Vores årlige familietræf gik til denne prægtige klassiske Villa med højt til loftet ved foden af Etna. Den har været i deres families eje i generationer. Det ser man i den klassiske møblering og dekoration, som er overdådig. Haven er nærmest en park med fin gammel middelhavsbevoksning. Storslået udsig til Etna fra 1. sal og ‘havudsigt’ fra terrasse og plæne. Værterne og husalfen er meget venlige og hjælpsomme! Bare vi kunne komme igen! CM
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
House was excellent but gardens somewhat unkempt
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Knut O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful days
Our Family of ten spent 10 wonderful days in this beautiful Sicilian villa. The villa is charming and spacious, the garden is a lucious park and the pool area is large and Perfect for enjoying days of bathing and relaxing. The hosts Francesco and Maria provided all the information We needed at any time. The maid Rosaria was a wonderfully positive part of the experience, and her service in cleaning, tidying and generally keeping the house in check made the holiday extra relaxing for us. She also mase us a typical Sicilian dinner one night, and her food was some of the best we enjoyed. Thank you all for a lovely holiday! We happily recommend this villa and its hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Experience Sicilian Culture
You will find captivating beauty, the culture of the country and a slice tranquility on the 3 acre grounds that surround this spacious mansion that is nested in the cooler temperatures of the mountain. The pool was huge and kept our grandkids busy each day. Plenty of room for 3 families to gather yet have private space. Maria and Francesco were lovely and offered information about surrounding activities and a bit of history. Rosaria, the wonderful housekeeper, visited daily to tidy up and assure we were relaxing. I considered her a bonus. I am very picky about cleanliness and it met all my standards and beyond. Popular historic cities were within convenient driving distance. A close airport after a long flight was clearly appreciated On a 5 point scale this is absolutely a 10 point experience. Many thanks Maria, Francesco and Rosaria for making us feel like family and always being available to ensure a fabulous vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe séjour chez Francesco et Maria! La maison et la piscine sont magnifiques !
Excellent séjour ! Nous avons également profité de la cuisine de Rosaria délicieuse ! Il y a beaucoup de choses à voir tout autour Taormine, Catane et Syracuse! C’était un merveilleux séjour en famille !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Francesco

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In the villa “Il giardino di Isabella” that belongs to my family from generations I've been living with my wife and three children for many years. In 1990 our sons went out from Sicily for specialization studies, and I embarked on a new activity in northern Italy, in the tourist sector. Ten years after I decided to come back and keep on my work at home. I love Sicily and I hope that many people discover its glamour, staying in my house.

What makes this property unique

The villa is sited in the middle of the east coast of the Sicily, it is a strategic point from where you can visit many interesting sites. First of all Etna volcano with possibility of guided excursions to the crater. Trekking, mountain bike tours, walking in the park of Etna, wine tasting. Taormina, the Greek theatre and the season of “Arte Festival “. Piazza Armerina and the Roman “Villa del Casale”. If you prefer a relaxing holiday with your family or friends, the peaceful of the park, the swimming pool, between the sea and the volcano, is an ideal resort for your comfort with the opportunity, on request, to enjoy at the villa, an health programme (beauty treatments, massages), typical Sicilian dinners, cooking lessons, yoga and pilates courses.
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