Title: Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773300/18773202/133993ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773300/18773202/61e3fb50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773300/18773202/8f5940f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773300/18773202/556482b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18773300/18773202/0867642b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golfing on-site, a water park and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this villa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 82691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina Prestigious villa in Taormina with garden and private swimming pool. Villa Calipso was built (in its central body) in the early 1800s; it has undergone successive expansions and restored about 20 years ago. The house is located on two floors: on the ground floor there is a large living room with corner sofa, television area, wood-burning fireplace, further sofa overlooking Etna. There is also the dining room with a large table in fine wood with 8 seats; this communicates with a study with library and piano. Finally there is a large kitchen equipped with every comfort and furnishings, equipped with all the main (large and small) appliances; the cooking area is characterized by 5 burners (one with high performance) and a comfortable and large gas oven. The living area leads to an area characterized by an internal laundry room, pantry, closet and a large bathroom with corner bath. The living area overlooks a large patio with outdoor sofa area and a wonderful view of the Alcantara valley and Etna. The kitchen leads to a large outdoor area where there is a 10-seater table, outdoor sofas and a charcoal BBQ area. The first floor is accessed via a large internal staircase; there are 3 bedrooms (2 doubles and one with twin beds), two bathrooms with WC, bidet and shower, and a study area (with sofa) where there is also an independent entrance. The bedrooms are all equipped with ceiling ventilation and air conditioning. The house has central heating (city methane) and wi-fi system. The TV has satellite and digital terrestrial connection; it also has a DVD and CD system. The house is furnished with quality supplies and is regularly inhabited by the owners during the school holidays. The garden is about 2500 square meters with many ornamental plants and some citrus trees (of the quality of the famous red tarot) and prickly pears; there are 4 old olive trees. The garden is mostly located on the slope overlooking the Alcantaa valley and Etna; it is divided into several levels and is particularly well-kept. In the kitchen area there is a children's area with a tree house and a swing. The swimming pool area is large with fine outdoor furniture; there is a dressing area with bathroom and outdoor shower with hot water. The swimming pool is large (6 x12 m) with an area of maximum depth of 2.80 and one of less than 1 meter; the swimming pool has a filtering system without the use of chemicals. The swimming pool has a characteristic stepped edge. The pool area is accessed from multiple angles; the most striking is characterized by a very large scenic staircase. In the upper part of the garden there is a wrought iron gazebo that looks directly onto the Etna side; another gazebo is present on the poolside. In the garden there is an "annex" characterized by a double bed and a bathroom. Access to the Villa is very convenient with an internal brick-paved road and parking for two cars. This part of the garden has a large lawn and on the back wall of the house there is an ancient ceramic representing S. Giorgio protector of Castelmola. Peculiar features. The superb location of Villa Calipso makes it particularly suitable for families with children; it is also the ideal location to reach the most important tourist destinations not only in the eastern part of Sicily but throughout the island. The particularly mild climate also makes it half enjoyable in all seasons: the best period is from May to July; in June it is particularly pleasant to attend, among other initiatives, the Taormina Film Festival. Even the spring and autumn period is suitable for enjoying the beach and the sea in general. The proximity to Etna (only 45 km), makes the villa enjoyable even in the colder months when skiing near the main crater of the Volcano is a truly unique experience (ski lifts in Linguaglossa Etna north). ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: E' ammesso fumare solo nelle aeree esterne ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Ski lift privileges - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycles - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Soundproofing - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18781900/18781856/23e3eb1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historical country house near Taormina & the sea. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number IT083097C22PADZIYT ### 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 ### Property is also known as Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Calipso Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine-free Pool Etna View Calipso Private Chlorine free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Taormina Private Chlorine free Pool Etna View Villa Calipso Taormina ## About the area Located in Taormina, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Giardini Naxos Beach and Letojanni Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Villa Comunale Garden and Passopisciaro. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. [Visit our Taormina travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina.dx4915) [View more Villas in Taormina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taormina-Villas.d4915-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C37.83054%2C15.24673&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MDrVdLSPx5arg0He8b8ZxBgzFJU=) taormina, Sicily ### What's nearby - Corso Umberto - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles - Giardini Naxos Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Spisone Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 miles - Taormina Cable Car - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles - Greek Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles ### Getting around - Alcantara Station - 3 min drive - Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 52 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Area Servizio Calatabiano - ‬6 min drive - ‪Gianfranco'S Steak House - ‬3 min walk - ‪Oltremare - ‬4 min drive - ‪Al Gatto Nero - ‬19 min walk - ‪A Massaria - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina located? > This family-friendly Taormina villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Greek Ruins, Giardini Naxos Beach and Ionian Sea. Schisò Castle and Taormina Archaeological Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Alcantara Station is 26 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 34 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wende C. 22 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Sicily 8 friends had an amazing stay at Villa Calipso. The house was amazing and in a great lication. The highlight was getting to watch Mt Etna erupt from our patio. It was a once in a lifetime experience. We had a great meal made at the house and supervised by Roberto. ##### Wende C. Stayed 8 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James H., United States 13 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Great Property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was great! Check in was easy, check out was quick and simple. We highly recommend this property! ##### James H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane M. 14 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Loved our stay in this beautiful house. Great location with stunning views of Etna. Also enjoyed location - quiet village with everything we needed yet within easy driving distance from all the places we wanted to visit. Lovely garden and pool. Would recommend. ##### Jane M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert F K. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house, description spot on Great stay, beautiful house, nice location. The two kitchens worked out perfectly. Roberto provided for every need. Would recommend downloading WhatsApp to ensure quicker communication once at the house. Will happily go back! ##### Robert F K. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald S. 3 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home with a great view of Mt. Etna The property was lovely. Very well landscaped with lots of different outdoor seating and dining options. Great view of Mt. Etna. A nice quiet neighborhood. Air conditioning in every bedroom. Nicely updated/renovated bathrooms. The property manager was very responsive to our needs. The pool was large and very clean. We loved our stay here. ##### Donald S. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsten P. 19 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa! We enjoyed our stay at Sergio’s villa. Pictures did not do it justice… even more gorgeous in person. Clean and spacious with amazing views! Roberto was wonderful responding to any of our questions and the dinner prepared by his mother was our favorite meal of the week in the area. It was extremely hot during our week there and the air conditioning was great. ##### Kirsten P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew G. 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our trip to Sicily, 2025 We truly had a wonderful time at this villa and everything that it claimed was pretty much what we got. It's difficult when you're traveling as far as we did from New York to trust the reliability of a description on a computer for a house so far away, but truly, we were not disappointed in any way. This home was comfortable, large and relaxing. The little town of Trapatello was charming; at first, we didn't think we would even go there, but we found ourselves taking day trips for gelato and coffee, and to go to the supermarket, which is a short drive away. Roberto was an amiable manager who took care of whatever needed to be done. We had traveled to celebrate my wife's birthday, and she had a great time as did the rest of the family. Thank you, Sergio. ##### Matthew G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph B. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Villa in Trappiletto Villa Calipso was even more spectacular than shown in the photos. The building, the gardens and the pool were enjoyed by all in our group. Roberto,our host, was thoughtful and available, if needed. The location is perfect. Taromina is a short drive away and getting to Mt. Etna, Siracusa or Milazzo was no problem. Very highly recommended by all in our group. ##### Joseph B. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie D. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet but close to all the action This property was wonderful for our family with two young children. It was very clean and well equipped. We felt like we were home. The pool and garden was our favorite place and we spent most of our time outside. It was also nice and quiet, while being a short drive to everything we wanted to see and do, including Giardini Naxos Beach, Etna volcano (beautiful view from the home), Taormina, Castelmola, and the supermarket is just around the corner. The house manager Roberto was excellent. He and Maria catered a meal for our family and it was delicious. I would highly recommend this home for anyone who is considering staying in the Taormina area. ##### Stephanie D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonathan S. 15 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Almost Perfect Would have appreciated a Welcome Pack and greater attention to detail Mosquito Nets Whirlpool Not prepared We loved the outdoor space and enjoyed our time at the villa and in the surrounding area Thank you for having us We will return ##### Jonathan S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. 18 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views Scenic location. Villa was beautiful and local shops available for your needs. Pool fantastic and Roberto was always on hand if we had any questions or needed any information. ##### James B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gunnar E. 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exellent Very satisfied! ##### Gunnar E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristel M. 13 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Amazing villa central to everything This house is gorgeous, with a great view of Mt. Etna. It's very central and close to many other towns nearby, including Taormina, which is very very beautiful. The owner and his team were super helpful, they even paired us with a nanny for our 1 year old. I would come back for sure! ##### Kristel M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack R. 26 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Na na ##### Jack R. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Villa Calipso We - 5 adults and 3 children - stayed at Villa Calipso in October 2019 and all found the villa amazing. The house itself is charming and authetic and the garden is absolutely wonderful with a lot of nice spots from where you can enjoy an amazing view of Etna. We also enjoyed an absolutely fantastic local dinner made by Robertos mother served at the house terrasse. Moreover, the location of the villa is a perfect starting point for exploring Sicily. We would defintely like to come back! ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent K. 29 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular views in a fantastic Villa This is the most spectacular property I have ever stayed at ! And I stay at quite a few. It has that old world charm and It is even more beautiful than The VRBO pictures. There are so many charming comfortable places to relax . The windows and wrought iron are beautiful. Kitchen is nicely equipped . Roberto was fantastic setting us up and attending to anything we needed immediately all through the week. I am recommending Villa Calypso to friends and family. Bravo Villa Calypso ##### Vincent K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn E. 17 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Villa with Wonderful Views Lovely villa with a great outdoor space and lots of seating areas on multi-levels with a wonderful view of Mt. Etna. ##### Robyn E. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise H. 20 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Underbart hus, trädgård och pool Vi hade en underbar vecka i huset! Poolen och utsikten är fantastisk och vi fick många bra tips om bad och restauranger. Skulle absolut vilja komma tillbaka! ##### Louise H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah J. 14 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property I stayed here with my kids (10 and 13) and in-laws for a week in May. The property is absolutely amazing - even better than the photos make it look! There are so many different places to sit and have a drink/eat a meal, in the sun or shade, by the pool, on the terrace, all with fantastic views of Etna and the beautiful surrounding countryside. You are not overlooked anywhere on the property, so it feels very private. And the house itself is stunning, with high ceilings in the living area and a really well equipped kitchen. Even the showers were good - something you can’t always say about holiday lets! It’s also easy to get to by car from Catania airport, and well situated to get to Taormina and other places of interest. Overall would highly recommend this property. ##### Sarah J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gill G. 4 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Property and great location This home was absolutely beautiful. The pool was perfect, easy for the kids to get in and out. The house was very clean and the garden/patio flows really well. We went to various places around Sicily so the location was perfect for that. The butcher at the end of their street and the fruit trucks had amazing food and there is a grocer close by when they are closed. We were given lots of tips by Roberto which was nice. ##### Gill G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 May 2019 #### Lovely villa - shame about the weather! Villa Calipso is a beautiful well-appointed villa with excellent facilities inside and lovely gardens with pool. Unfortunately the weather was unusually poor for some of the week we were there so we didn't get to use the pool much but mornings were sunny and breakfast on the patio with superb views of Etna was very special! If we had one suggestion, it would be that a folder of information, which we have had when we have rented in other parts of the world, might be helpful. The sort of thing that contains information about the villa and its workings, local shops and restaurant suggestions, even possible trips or visits? ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan W. 24 Oct 2018 #### Absolutely beautiful and relaxing. Weather was pretty poor but villa was delightful. ##### Allan W. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul K. 19 Sept 2018 #### Magnificent & Beautiful but in need of some TLC! Just one look at the images of Villa Calypso and you begin to imagine what a wonderful holiday opportunity awaits you at this truly spectacular villa set off of the Main Street of Trappitello. It’s promise is hidden behind an innocuous black metal gated fence beyond which lies a treasure trove of traditional and rural Italian design. Once through the gates drive leads down to a wider path opening up to a sweeping terracotta stairway to the huge pool (16m long) and sunbathing area furnished with large sun umbrellas and comfortable loungers. The interior is equally stunning if somewhat dated, furnished with Italianate rococo pieces heavy on the eye but fascinating to look at. With two terraces one for dining and one for lounging both overlooking Mount Etna you may feel as if you have found paradise. The bedrooms are far more modest two of which have air-con and comfortable double beds. As for the bathrooms, they are perfectly adequate for a weeks stay. The living rooms are comfortable if a little overused with the sofas showing distinct signs of wear. The kitchen has everything and more that you would expect to find in a lived in family home and that is obviously what this is, a wonderful family home that has character in abundance. However all of the compliments cannot make up for the fact that the entire property is seriously showing its age and the fact that it was last refurbished 20 years ago with everything now in need of some serious TLC. But that said a stay here can prove quite magical beyond imagination. Stephania and Roberto were always on hand to resolve and minor issues that cropped up but if there was one point in particular that disappointed it was that pool and surrounding patio area was only cleaned once during our 7 day stay. ##### Paul K. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gay K., Plymouth, Devon, UK 28 May 2018 #### A beautiful villa and garden We had a great holiday at Villa Calipso - five adults and a baby. There was plenty of room for all of us and it was lovely having so many quiet places in the garden to sit and enjoy the wonderful and ever changing views of Mount Etna. Roberto and Stefania were always very helpful and had lots of ideas about local places to visit. We really loved our Sicilian meal cooked for us by Roberto's delightful mother - the food was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed our visits to Taormina and Syracuse and two of our party had great fun going to the top of Etna. Many thanks to Sergio and everyone for a very pleasant and comfortable stay. ##### Gay K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Layne G. 9 May 2018 #### We loved the property and the location! The house and gardens are totally lovely. The house is well equipped for cooking-in and conveniently located for touring around Taormina and Mount Etna. The view of the latter is spectacular. Working with property manager Roberto was pleasant and informational. We would have loved to have more time there. ##### Layne G. 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