Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10600 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Check out the area

Taormina, Sicilia

Corso Umberto11 min drive
Taormina Cable Car13 min drive
Greek Theatre17 min drive
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

The spacious sitting/dining room with its ornate fireplace and traditional furnishings lead onto the oval terrace. Pine trees surround the terrace on which there is a working stone font - the ideal setting for an evening aperitif watching the flaming Etna volcano as well as dinner on those balmy evenings. The bedrooms are all simply but comfortably and colourfully decorated with shutters leading out onto the front garden. Alternatively, when the Sicilian sun becomes too overbearing one can cool off in the large pool behind the house. Palm, avocado and olive trees around the pool provide some shade over parts of the terrace where again some stunning views to the sea and the Mount Etna can be appreciated. We believe lovers of Sicily and also those new to the many fascinations of this island will love the opportunity to stay in this traditional classic home within such easy access of so many popular destination.

Property manager

Valeria

Languages

English, French, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Included babies

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Only smal size

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking allowed only outside

Each additional guest that is added to those decla

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

This property accepts cash

On-site 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

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

Taormina

Located in Taormina, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Giardini Naxos Beach and Mount Etna. Travelling with kids? Consider Villa Comunale Garden and Passopisciaro. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain climbing.

Taormina, Sicilia

What's nearby

Corso Umberto - 11 min drive
Church of San Domenico - 11 min drive
Taormina Cable Car - 13 min drive
Piazza IX April - 17 min drive
Greek Theatre - 17 min drive

Getting around

Alcantara Station - 11 min drive
Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

Ristorante Garden 'da Ninò GIARDINI NAXOS - 6 min drive
Bar Tysandros - 7 min drive
La Locura - 6 min drive
Bombocrep - 7 min drive
Discoteca Tropicana Biagio - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. Stunning view of Mt Etna located?

This family-friendly Taormina holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ionian Sea and Giardini Naxos Beach. Villa Comunale Garden and Greek Ruins are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vincenza A.

23 July 2017

Wonderful experience.

We were a family of six adults and two children staying in this wonderful villa. A swim in the magnificent pool was the perfect way to cool down in the hot Sicilian summer. This villa was very clean, well equipped and Peppino was very generous and helpful. Thank you Valeria for everything.

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

10 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Sicilian Vacation

A beautiful property in a terrific location. The host Valeria was most helpful and responsive to our needs as was her representative Alessio. We had a wonderful time and would be happy to make many return trips!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We had a wonderful time here at the Villa. Valeria was a wonderful host, responsive to queries and always on hand if needed. The property itself was excellent and we loved spending time on the terrace and by the pool. We had a BBQ one evening and it was great sitting in the twilight eating outdoors both there and on the terrace. The rooms were lovely with the upper bedroom having a balcony and the lower rooms onto the front drive. The beach at Giardini Naxos is a 45 minute walk or 10 minute drive away both of which we did. the Best supermarket near by was the Deco, less than 10 minute drive away. it was a great place with which to explore Taormina, Etna and Syracuse, all of which we did. We would love at some point in the future. Highly recommend.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stine F.

17 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dejligt sted

Eneste kritikpunkt er opvaskemaskine, der var af ældre dato med gaffatape.

10/10 Excellent

Susan E., North Carolina

16 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A unique and elegant property

This villa is old, authentic, and charming, decorated with lovely furnishings and family oil portraits, set on a large citrus farm about a mile from Trappitello, with spectacular views of Mt Etna from the large patio. A few steps from the house is a sparkling swimming pool, clean and well cared for like everything else on this property. The owner Valeria was welcoming, made sure we were comfortable, and gave us vegetables and fruit from the farm. She also recommended the services of Andrea and Natale Pagano, who reliably provided all the transportation we needed during our 11 day stay. It was such a pleasure to return the the cool and quiet of the villa after long days of touring Mt Etna, Syracusa, Taormina, and Naxos. I'm very happy that we chose this lovely villa for our stay in Sicily.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Valeria

Valeria belongs to one of the oldest and most aristocratic families in Sicily. She is graduated in Agronomy and deal with her farm in Sicily where they produce citrus fruits (oranges and lemons), olives that they turn into extra virgin olive oil. She also takes care of the management of the maintenance of the historic home of his family.She loves to host in her house all those who arrive and can appreciate the beauty and history of the places of her beloved Sicily

Why they chose this property

Taormina boasts a superb position, facing both the sea and Mount Etna.
A mild climate makes Taormina an ideal tourist destination even in wintertime. Just think that average temperature in December is +12-20 Celsius degrees!
The weather in spring and autumn is really pleasant (average temperature +20-25 Celsius degrees), the sea shines crystal-clear and bright, sunsets are unforgettable, and you can enjoy all this at an interesting price.
The fragrance of white orange-blossoms in spring will fill you with unique sensations only Sicily can give.
Between autumn and spring, the season of cultural events at the Greek-Roman Theatre in Taormina is quite thrilling for all drama, music and cinema fans.
July and August are most suitable for families with children

What makes this property unique

Being a historic residence, which is still inhabited by the family to which it has always belonged, those who spend their time here have the opportunity to live a unique and dreaming experience with some touches of Sicily History!
At the same time the house has a wonderful feel and makes guests feel right at home. It is filled with antiques, paintings of ancestors, pieces from the castle in Taormina, archeological finds from the owners grandfather, marble, etc.
Location is quiet and at the same time only 15 min from taormina nicest beach and night life . Perfect for family!
Everything you need is there, the pool area is amazing, beautiful gardens, a real countryside feel to the whole thing.
The property is set in a stunning setting and provides a very private space to relax in. Its charming and original features make this a very picturesque home away from home.
The villa is vast so that the individuals of a large family or group can still find privacy, their own reading or meditating corners.
Castello SanMartino is the best choice if you are looking for a villa with pool in Taormina, a unique location for your holidays, and the best way to enjoy the wonders of Eastern Sicily.