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ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA

ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA

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Overview of ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

piedimonte etneo, sicilia
  • Popular LocationCorso Umberto19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaormina Cable Car19 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreek Theatre23 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Camera da letto 1

1 Double Bed

Camera da letto 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Camera da letto 3

1 Double Bed

Camera da letto 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bagno 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bagno 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA

A unique villa in a unique private park setting, overlooking towns and the Med. You can feel the history and watch Etna when walking between the mandarin trees. There is everything you need in the large renovated apartment, even if you can feel it's old.

The house - renovated, well furnished and lived with great love by its owners - is made of three independent apartments and, upon request, you could rent the whole.
This apartment is located on the garden level and it measures 140 square meters (1507 square feet).
It is all on one floor and it has a loft . In the living area there is a dining room with a table of 8 seats and next to it, the living room, with fireplace and a beautiful view of the sea, and then there is a very well equipped kitchen. There are two bathrooms with spacious showers separated by a corridor and a double bedroom plus a room with bunk beds from which a comfortable stair takes to two double bedrooms with a large central hall.
Outside the porch with its fantastic view on the sea and equipped with a dining table with benches; a patio with loungers

Typical late nineteenth-century Sicilian villa, surrounded by a green a private park, very close to the center of Piedimonte Etneo (easily accessible location thanks to the specific exit on the Messina-Catania highway).
A sanctuary of peace at the foot of Mount Etna, ideal for those who love the countryside, but at the same time want to have at hand both the sea and the mountains, and also enjoy visiting the beautiful cities of eastern Sicily. The villa is in fact ( less or more) at :
- 6 km (3.7 miles) far from the long beach of Fondachello (gravel beach) offering several beach facilities. ,
- 15 km (9miles) from Giardini Naxos and the Alcantara Gorges,
- 19 Km (13 miles) from Taormina
- 10 km (6 miles) from the stunning views of Etna
- 20 km (6 miles) from Catania, with Aci Trezza and Aci Castello.
Are also easily reachable;
-Milazzo (from where the hydrofoils take off for the Aeolian Islands), and the beautiful Syracuse, with Noto and its splendid Baroque style.
- the most beautiful golf course in Sicily, with its 18 holes and 5,870 meters long,.
- Etna's ski slopes

Property manager

Agata Pennisi

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House and garden may not be safe for children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
No dangerous pet is accepted

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Unfenced property. Always take care of children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Piedimonte Etneo

Located in Piedimonte Etneo, this villa is in a rural area and by the ocean. Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Etna and Giardini Naxos Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree and Adventure Park Etna. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 19 min drive
  • Taormina Cable Car - 19 min drive
  • Church of San Domenico - 20 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 20 min drive
  • Greek Theatre - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Fiumefreddo Station - 11 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Le Palme SRL - 6 min drive
  • Bar Nica Nuci - 6 min drive
  • Wunderbar - 6 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Antonio - 6 min drive
  • Bar la Pupa - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ANCIENT MANOR HOUSE SURROUNDED BY A PRIVATE PARK, BETWEEN ETNA AND THE SEA located?

This family-friendly Piedimonte Etneo villa is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sanctuary of Santa Maria of Vena and Mount Etna. Spiaggia di Fondachello and San Marco Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Must stay here!
Exceptional hospitality, stunning vistas, and beautiful gardens are just a foretaste of the feast that is Agatha’s home. The visit was so wonderful that we have promised to return again and again. Next time we will fill the home with our families.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Asta E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing at the steps of Etna
We spent almost two weeks at this charming property. It has so much space around for our kids to run and explore. The surrounding gardens are not only beautiful but had lots of juicy citrus fruit which Agata was happy for us to pick and eat. We spent every morning having long leisurely breakfasts outside admiring the amazing views of the local town and beyond. The view really is exceptional. You really do not tire of that view and with the morning sun hitting the breakfast table it immediately became our first thing we do - put the coffee on and go outside to soak up the sun. The kitchen (as many others have said) is so well stocked and we made most of our meals whilst there. On arrival Agata surprised us with a lovely spread of local foods which was just the thing we needed after our long journey. The local town is small but perfectly formed. It has everything you need: an amazing butcher, fish shop and a few other speciality food shops, top quality cafe with fresh biscuits and premium gelato was also a highlight (and kids' favourite). There is a more regular shop too. All of this only a short stroll away, we didn't even use the car (but you can if you want to, there were plentt of parking options). The town really has everything you need (including a shop where we bought a crochet hook, as you do...) but is also conveniently located to explore the surrounding area. Taormina and various beaches are only a short drive away and a drive to the airport was just 40min or so on mostly easy big roads (though remember this is a mountainous area so the roads closer to town are inevitably smaller). Agata was an amazing host. She was so helpful and was always only a message away. Her knowledge of the local area was super useful and she suggested various interesting events for the Easter weekend we were visiting and let's not forget her restaurant recommendations (there is a Micheline star restaurant only 10min from the villa which we enjoyed immensely).
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

lawrence k., Bayport, ny, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for us in Sicily.
We had a wonderful couple of weeks visiting Sicily. We stayed here as a base and enjoyed the house very much. Agata was very responsive and helpful. Certainly the beautiful estate help set the tone of our visit. All good!
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aqualine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zeer aangenaam verblijf
Wat een prachtige plek om een week te vertoeven. Het huis is fijn doordat het meerdere ruimten heeft en gezellig is ingericht. Het overdekte terras is geweldig. Hierdoor konden we in oktober nog steeds elke dag buiten zitten. De tuin is prachtig en heerlijke tuinstoelen zijn aanwezig om te relaxen. En wat een mooi uitzicht. Agata doet er werkelijk alles aan dat we ons thuis voelen op deze plek en dat doen we. Ook waren we heel blij met haar tips voor restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top marks
This property is even better than the excellent reviews that it receives. A base for the family of 2 adults and 2 children, it could host bigger parties comfortably. It is ideally located to visit the attractions of Eastern Sicily, from Taormina through Etna and down to Siracusa. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Agata helped us to find it, provided a thorough intro to the property and its amenities, and also made us a delicious welcome supper. It is very easy to recommend it to other potential guests!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Agata Pennisi

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Why they chose this property

This ancient and manor house has always belonged to our family. It was builded at the end of 800 century and it was rennoved in 2004.
In our beloved house,we spent ,during our childhood, wonderful and long summer holidays enjoing of the companionship of uncles and cousins.
Nowadays,unfortunatly, we cannot have anymore the same long vacations, so in my mind has grown up the idea of renting an apartment to tourists who love countryside,mountains ,archeology, good food and especialy old buildings.
We rent only one apartment and we keep the others just for the family.
My wish is that guests can immediatly feel home. I like to be in touch with my guests but at the same time I am very respectfull about their privacy. I think the house is a perfect place for friends, families, and couples
The villa is close enough to the town of Piedimonte but not in the center, so far enough away to get a good night sleep. If you like to wake up early in the morning, you will be enchanted by the beautiful sunrise that comes out from the sea.
At this point, I hope I’ll have the pleasure to welcome you and looking very much forward to your stay at my house!
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