House in Sicily
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Situated on a stretch of coast between Catania and Taormina, proudly surveying its estate from the crest of a hill is Villa Bagolaro, an 18th Century country house in a stunning and perfectly peaceful setting between the sea and Mount Etna. Indoor and outdoor living combine seamlessly due to the bright and welcoming rooms and their communication with the terraces. It would be difficult to ask for a more delightful setting.
The area: Villa Bagolaro is an ideal starting point to explore Mount Etna and its surroundings. Etna villages such as Trecastagni, Zafferana Etnea and Randazzo are famous for their ancient lava flows, the architecture of their 17th century churches, their delicious local products and the hospitality of their villagers. Situated 700m above the sea, they are a popular destination for city dwellers who want some fresh air in the summer and snow for skiing in the winter. Few people know that Etna is a popular place among skiers in winter. On some beautiful winter days, it is even possible to ski on frozen slopes in the morning while enjoying a magnificent panoramic view of the Mediterranean and then go sunbathe on the beach in the afternoon!
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
The living areas and bedrooms of Villa Bagolaro are all on one floor (the first floor). The villa consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with shower, small tub, bidet and toilet, a large living area with fireplace and a double sofa-bed, another living area with a fireplace and a single sofa-bed, a kitchen with wood oven and next to it a dining room with dining table. Outside there is also a terrace with seating, deckchairs, extra toilet (in the laundry room), a shower and a barbecue. There is WiFi!
Because of the presence of 2 fireplaces, the house offers a pleasant stay also during the few cold weeks of the short Sicilian winter. There is a maximum usage of 3 KWH of electricity.
The area: Villa Bagolaro is an ideal starting point to explore Mount Etna and its surroundings. Etna villages such as Trecastagni, Zafferana Etnea and Randazzo are famous for their ancient lava flows, the architecture of their 17th century churches, their delicious local products and the hospitality of their villagers. Situated 700m above the sea, they are a popular destination for city dwellers who want some fresh air in the summer and snow for skiing in the winter. Few people know that Etna is a popular place among skiers in winter. On some beautiful winter days, it is even possible to ski on frozen slopes in the morning while enjoying a magnificent panoramic view of the Mediterranean and then go sunbathe on the beach in the afternoon!
===== ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION =====
The living areas and bedrooms of Villa Bagolaro are all on one floor (the first floor). The villa consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with shower, small tub, bidet and toilet, a large living area with fireplace and a double sofa-bed, another living area with a fireplace and a single sofa-bed, a kitchen with wood oven and next to it a dining room with dining table. Outside there is also a terrace with seating, deckchairs, extra toilet (in the laundry room), a shower and a barbecue. There is WiFi!
Because of the presence of 2 fireplaces, the house offers a pleasant stay also during the few cold weeks of the short Sicilian winter. There is a maximum usage of 3 KWH of electricity.
Amenities at 18th Century country house between sea and Etna
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Sicily
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2024
Lovely hosts with such a lovely house and amazing view of Etna. Really responsive and lovely hosts! Will be coming back!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2024
With Mount aetna to the back of the house, and the Mediterranean to the front, surrounded by lemon and orange trees, comfortable seating at every ordination, the perfect spot for relaxing, breathing in history, curling up with a good book, or exploring an ancient city.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2024
This old family house is truly special, with history, beauty and character unmatched in more modern accomodations. Great kitchen, nice tiles and soaring cielings. The house location is convenient to tour major sites in Catania, Syracuse and Taormina. But best of all was sitting on the wrap around terrace looking at Mount Etna puff in the distance over the lemon and orange trees.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2023
With the sea on one side and Etna on the other we stayed in this lovely stone house for ten days. We absolutely loved the large terrace around the house where we spent many long warm evenings. The house is stunning with its many original details and interior. If you love old houses, this is the place to stay! Modern and functional bathrooms and one outdoor shower. Our children appreciated the ping pong table. Our best excursions we would like to recommend are a guided tour to Etna, diving and fishing in Stazzo and don’t miss Siracusa - a must see! Both Neapolis Archaeological park and Ortigia, the old town. Our host Luigi was very helpful and kind whenever we had a question or needed advice for excursions. We had an amazing holiday and we will definitely come back to lovely Sicily!
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9.6Outstanding
(109 Ratings)
"Lovely hosts with such a lovely house and amazing view of Etna. Really responsive and lovely hosts! Will be coming back!!"
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