Title: Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33594057&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano Waterfront villa with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano ![Pool - Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano (Augusta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594100/33594057/b7c876b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano (Augusta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594100/33594057/33b612af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano (Augusta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594100/33594057/9da95cd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano (Augusta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594100/33594057/cb5eaefe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano (Augusta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594100/33594057/67c44b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Surrounded by Mount Etna, the Ionian Sea, and a Mediterranean garden full of trees and flowers, Villa Stella offers a tranquil retreat in Baia del Riccio. Guests can unwind on the lovely poolside terrace with sea views or enjoy dinner in one of several outdoor areas. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 163229 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano Villa Stella is located in the prestigious Baia del Riccio, on the coast between Catania and Siracusa. Kissed by the blue Ionian sea, caressed by the sun of Sicily and protected by the 'giant' Mount Etna, this Bay, enjoys a privileged location on the east coast. Important historical, architectural and naturalistic sites, are very close to Baia del Riccio. Villa Stella offers its guests unique emotions and offers itself as a dream villa for unforgettable holidays. The landscape, one of the many strengths of the villa, is typically Sicilian, where Mount Etna, the sea and plants combine to give joy, wonder, color, lights to the guests of 'Stella'. The tranquility and well being are components of the features of the villa, along with the sweet song of birds and the sound of the waves. The external environment has a large well kept garden with trees, flowers and plants typical of the Mediterranean, several outdoor areas equipped and covered where to have dinner and a lovely terrace overlooking the sea, with a lovely pool. The Mediterranean look of the villa, the proximity to the sea, the landscape, the lights of the sun or stars, offer guests a special atmosphere. Villa Stella, with all the comforts, accommodates up to 14 people. The large interior is set over two floors. The living area comprises: kitchen, a large, comfortable living-room and three bathrooms. The night area comprises: 7 double bedrooms, carefully detailed, of refined taste and furnished in the style of the villa. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 10 accessible parking spaces - In-room accessibility - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.30994%2C15.11427&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A88ZUWTW4Loef49iEac7wHllPVM=) Augusta, Sicilia #### What's nearby - Agnone Beach \- 5 min drive \- 1.0 mile - Brucoli Bay \- 21 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Catania Beach \- 27 min drive \- 21.5 miles - Catania Port \- 27 min drive \- 24.0 miles - Via Etnea \- 29 min drive \- 25.4 miles #### Getting around - Agnone Di Siracusa Station - 14 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Agriturismo Roccadia - ‬15 min drive - ‪Mediterra - ‬18 min drive - ‪Autogrill San Demetrio Ovest - ‬30 min drive - ‪Lime - ‬18 min drive - ‪Miramare - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano have a pool? ### Is Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano? ### What time is check-in at Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano? ### What time is check-out at Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano? ### Where is Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 33 8 - Good 34 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Michelle H. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Stunning views and outdoor spaces. Indoors was adequate but in significant need for an upgrade and cleaning. ##### Michelle H. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt D. 9 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning views, great accommodations. The villa was perfect for our trip, the weather was lovely, accommodations were comfortable and spacious. Would return in a heart beat. ##### Matt D. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer L. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a Beautiful Space & Gracious Hosts My husband, my friends and I had a beautiful stay at this charming villa overlooking the sea! We even got to see Mt. Etna erupting one morning from the patios and gardens! Everything went very smoothly from check-in to check-out. We even opted in to a beautiful dinner prepared for our group after a long day trip up Mt. Etna and the several-course meal was divine, ending with a magnificent homemade tiramisu! I will be recommending this place to friends and family who have already started asking where I found it! ##### Jennifer L. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna P. 4 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Lovely villa with an amazing view We really enjoyed our stay at the villa! The view and garden are amazing, and although the villa is a bit dated, it’s charming and clean. Gianni and Franca did a fantastic job taking care of the house and helping out when needed. I truly recommend the villa to any large family or group! ##### Anna P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marianne O. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning view Large villa with a stunning view. The sea is only few meters away, requires to walk down the hill. Wonderful experience! You can hear the waves and Etna looks down on you with majestic look.A/C included but you can use only five machines at the same time. If all the bedrooms are in use and need cooling, you must take turns. We used all of them (didn't know the rule) because it was very hot and this caused the fuses to break down and we lost almost all the electricity.Helpful staff, but they didn't speak English. Very friendly Italian couple who were available if needed.The villa itself was huge. Kitchen was tiny, but we managed still quite well. ##### Marianne O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne H. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Anna Outstanding! ##### Anne H. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan N. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation The property was wonderful. We appreciated the charm and historic feel of the Villa. A rental car is a big advantage but we also found many reliable cab companies. Enjoyed an incredible Sicilian feast prepared by Francesca and her daughter, just wonderful. Patio dinning with the water view and waves was perfect. Thank you. ##### Susan N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate M. 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and very comfortable Check in was a nightmare. Family was supposed to meet host at airport with a cot - but he was no where to be found. Directions to villa were very scattered but finally arrived met by housekeeper and shown around the villa. It was old and in need of some updating but very comfortable for our party of 10\. Beds and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Pool was lovely although it was still warm enough to swim in the sea. All in all a wonderful holiday. ##### Kate M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Romana S. 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### anything OK anything OK ##### Romana S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian H. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Huge, beautiful home with breathtaking views This house was amazing for our family of six. There was more than enough room for all of us, and the outdoor space was so great we spent most of our time soaking up the sun and view from the beautiful pool and multiple sitting areas. The pictures don't do justice to the gorgeous blue sea and views of Etna. The property owner, Nando, was always quick to respond and extremely helpful when we had trouble finding the house on arrival. The host, Gianni and his wife, were so sweet and accommodating during our visit. We didn't want to leave. If you're coming to Catania, do yourself a favor and stay at this house! ##### Brian H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan F. 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best property I’ve ever stayed at on vacation This place is amazing. The beach is a few steps away down the hill You can swim to a secluded rock beach The pool is a refreshing saltwater luxury The house is spacious well furnished The kitchen is amazingly stocked compared to properties we usually rent We cook at home for most of our trip because we like being together and Doing our own thing. The property managers who checked us were kind and helpful and available. You do need to follow the booking instructions in terms of directions and contacting the property managers prior to arrival There is plenty of parking the property managers handle the garbage for you, which is nice in Italy, which has this very complicated garbage sorting system I Would love to come back to this property with friends and family ##### Susan F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alain C. 13 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Feels like home I rented the villa for a week to celebrate my birthday with a group pf friends. The house is vast and the rooms can easily accommodate a big group of people. The outside space is stunning with several little corners that each has a little something of dolce vita - and the vue... unbeatable. The commodities are a bit old - as expected - but overall the house has everything you need : kitchen is equipped, Wi-Fi works perfectly. Located a bit outside of the city but still very convenient to travel across the coast. Would definitely recommend this place ! ##### Alain C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location for a Sicilian adventure! We spent 3 weeks here in 2023 at the end of September through mid-October and had the best time.The yard and pool are worth everything! The house is well located if you want to hit the road, as we often did, but tricky to find initially (save Esso Costa Saracena in your GPS). Great sandwich shop just down the road and main grocery store 10 min away. Both the owner and the property managers were accessible on WhatsApp and always very helpful, but you'll need your translator app if you don't speak Italian. We miss Sicily and the house every day! ##### Kelly M. Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie P. 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Carter Family The villa is in a beautiful spot with a view of Mt Etna. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating, not much English and our Italian was worse. Translation app helped a lot. There were 12 of us and the kids were in the pool most of the day. It’s in between Catalina and Syracuse so you definitely need a car. The villa itself is older and in a quiet area and large sitting areas outside and inside.. Kitchen is small and no toaster but we used the oven. ##### Melanie P. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Torgeir S. 13 May 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication #### Large house with nice outdoor areas The house is old and rather poorly maintained. The outdoor area and swimming pool are lovely by the sea and have a view to Etna. The house is located by itself in a closed area, so you need a car to get around. Driving distance to shopping for food is 20 minutes and there are no restaurants within walking distance of the house. Although the Ionian Sea is directly below, it is not possible to swim there due to the lack of a bathing ladder. The host is very friendly and served us a lovely Sicilian dinner one evening. ##### Torgeir S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jo Ann Augeri S. 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness Villa Stella is not for everyone, but for those who can overlook and/or deal with its quirks and flaws, the location, spaciousness, and above all the pool with a fantastic view offers a relatively reasonable place for a large family to gather. Finding the house the first time is a challenge, so be sure to get the GPS coordinates from Nando, the absentee property manager. The lovely caretakers, Gianni and Francesca, do not speak English but are expert in the use of Google Translate, so with our smattering of Italian we were able to communicate well. Gianni is a handyman and was always willing and ready to help whenever we called him. Francesca is a great cook, and we benefited from that with a wonderful family pasta lunch in the outdoor dining room. One great aspect of the house is the many outdoor gathering places, including a shady patio, dining area, pool deck with shade hut, huge tile patio and outdoor kitchen. Beds are comfortable. The two suites have updated bathrooms with showers, and there are three other full bathrooms and two half baths. The washer works well, but be prepared to hang laundry to dry. The kitchen is small but adequate, with an old fridge, decent range and excellent new dishwasher. The best thing about the house is the view-looking out over the Ionian sea with smoking Etna in the distance is extraordinary. The main issue with the house is poor maintenance- the owners seem content to do the least possible work to keep the house functioning. ![There are views from every corner](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d816449f-9043-4632-8054-1cfcbbca9547-1752323078682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Laundry in the sun](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/70f740dd-0fdd-43c9-baca-59b389dd3761-1752323081944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View of rocky beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cd925ad2-5fb8-452c-a902-56961b3d9ce0-1752323078427.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Misty bite of Etna](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38482fc6-4855-4f4b-a672-edddf3a61648-1752323077551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jo Ann Augeri S. Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alice H. 17 May 2024 Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### large but quirky property Fabulous view and plenty of room as advertised. Vastly unequal options for bedrooms. Cannot state strongly enough how our stay was negatively affected by an absent UNREACHABLE and uninformative host. No actual address. No information on how to open the gate to the property. No guide to the winding streets within the gated community. No system for checkout - how to leave the house keys and gate opener AFTER using it to exit. I finally had to call VRBO support from a roadside gas station to get any useful assistance. It should be noted that communication is only possible by WhatsApp and then still unresponsive. ##### Alice H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin d. 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idealic estate My wife and I invited friends to join us for a week at Villa Stella. We all had a wonderful time enjoying the prime property on a cliff overlooking Mt Etna and Mediterranean Sea. The property and building is just amazing place to enjoy with friends. The stonework needs a lot of pointing and areas of rebuilding but am amazed at the work that was put into the building in its construction years past. I am a long distance swimmer and was in heaven having quiet waters to swim in. The only issue which is common in the Mediterranean now days are the jellyfish population. If I return I would bring a full body suit and gloves to better prevent possible stings on my long swims. On one stroke I punched down into the center of the bell and luckily did not get stung as the tentacles are on the underside. A car is a must to enjoy the exquisite restaurants in nearby brucoli which is a 15 min drive. recommended for high end dining is Straventa and Castello. The closest restaurant has great laidback fare across the bay on the beach is Il Triangolo. The only drawback is like I said needs a lot of work to make it perfect but if that happens I probably couldn’t afford to stay at it,so as long as you are fine with a few imperfect items you will love it. ##### Kevin d. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorenzo C. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Posizione della villa incantevole.Esterno con piscina molto bello.Purtroppo la villa ha assoluta necessità di una ristrutturazione importante in particolare internamente.Accoglienza da Gianni e signora impeccabile. ##### Lorenzo C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Algone J. 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekter Aufenthalt Der Aufenthalt war sehr gut, die Villa ist sehr gut ##### Algone J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniela G. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traumhafter Blick :-) ##### Daniela G. Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John H. 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Extérieurs magnifiques, intérieurs un peu vieillot, voire vétustes L'extérieur de la villa est superbe, les espaces intérieurs sont un peu vieillots, voire vétustes et la propreté pas Top. La vue sur l'Etna et la baie de Catane est époustouflante et la piscine est parfaite. L'accueil de Giannini et Franca s'est fait au pas de course et en sicilien. Heureusement, ma femme parlait assez bien italien pour comprendre les explications débitées à toute allure. Le contact en amont par messagerie avec Nando de l'agence de location n'a pas été facile jusqu'au jour d'arrivée, mais il nous a bien guidé pour trouver la villa dans un domaine résidentiel privé pas facile à repérer. ##### John H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kurt c. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### La Bella Sicilië Prachtig huis met fantastisch uitzicht! Mooi domein met verschillende terrasjes waar het heerlijk vertoeven is, ook op een hete dag vind je steeds ergens een plaatsje in de schaduw om te genieten van een apero. De badkamers zijn een beetje klein maar de nieuwe douches waren prinma! Het interieur is typisch Siciliaans, beetje kleine keuken maar op vakantie leef je buiten dus voor ons prima! Er waren zeker genoeg koelkasten voorzien! alles kon koud gezet worden. Prima ontvangst gehad! zeer vriendelijke mensen. We hebben ook genoten van het diner dar voor ons werd klaargemaakt door hen. Lekkere siciliaanse gerechten en daarna werd ook alle afwas gedaan en keuken opgeruimd. Super service en zeker een aanrader! We hadden een super leuke vakantie en zeker voor herhaling vatbaar!! ##### kurt c. Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Romain L. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un séjour reposant idéale pour la jeunesse Notre séjour d’une semaine s’est très bien déroulés ! Point positif du séjour : - Flexibilité sur l’heure d’arrivé - Les propriétaires nous ont aidés à trouver un restaurant lorsque nous sommes arrivés à la villa à 22h - L’extérieur de la villa est magnifique avec une vue splendide donnant sur la mer et l’Etna - La résidence est calme et sécurisée - Un accès sur une plage privée à 2min de la villa - les chambres parentales sont très belles et spacieuses - Plusieurs frigidaire sont à notre disposition - Possibilité de garer 2-3 Véhicules Point négatif du séjour : - Une douche non fonctionnelle - Du mobilier détérioré par la rouille ( La villa aurait besoin d’un petit coup de rénovation) - l’eau est non potable et cela nous a pas été prévenu au début du séjour Globalement nous remercions chaleureusement Michel et son amie pour leur accueil et leur conseil et également de nous avoir permis de profiter de la villa ! ##### Romain L. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### veronique p. 28 Oct 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Séjour familiale Grande maison avec vue magnifique. Une rénovation serait nécessaire mais les extérieurs de la maison reste agréable malgré cela. Les gérants ont été très disponibles pour nous aider durant le séjour. ##### veronique p. 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