Villa Sicily
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About the home
The property is set in a splendid hillside situation with great views of Mount Etna and only a view minutes from the village centre of Francavilla di Sicilia with bars, restaurants and supermarkets.
The Villa consist of one double bedroom and one bedroom with two double beds, lounge/dining room, well equipped kitchen and bathroom with bad and shower. Outside you have a fantastic patio with garden furniture and a large bbq area.
If you're looking for a time out nature watching and quiet, interspersed with day trips into glorious countryside or historical towns then this is a good base.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Taormina, 18km |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed Smokers welcome Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, Air conditioning, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom, Solarium / Roof terrace |
| Furniture: | Double beds (3), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details
Bed linen and towels are provided en included.
Swimming pool available from 21/04/2012 to 03/11/2012
*Breakages deposit of €.150,00, which is fully refunded on departure assuming no damage or breakages have occurred.
*40% deposit due to secure booking.
The Sicily region
Sicily is a complete revelation to any visitor..................sandy beaches; plains of citrus groves dominate the terrain; ancient mediaeval villages stand majestically on hilltops; and incredible archaeological sites continue to withstand the passing of time.....
Palermo
Sicily's capital is a bustling, exotic city with an abundance of sights. Wander through the historic quarter admiring the wonderful ancient architecture of the Cathedral, the Royal Palace and the Cappella Palatina. A trip to nearby Monreale to visit its Arab-Norman cathedral and cloister is also recommended.
Agrigento
Located in the south west of Sicily, Agrigento was an important centre of the ancient Greek world. Evidence of this is visible today through the wonderful remains of the Greek colony and the famous Valley of Temples.
Syracuse
The presence of Greek and Roman civilisations is no more noticeable than in Syracuse, home to the largest Greek Theatre in Europe. Visit the Archaeological Area and take time to meander along the streets of Ortigia, the island on which the historical town centre is built, visiting the duomo and other sites of interest.
Mount Etna
Dominating the landscape of eastern Sicily is Etna, Europe's largest active volcano that attracts thousands of tourists every year.
The Taormina / Francavilla di Sicilia area
Set high above the Ionian Sea on Mount Tauro with stunning views, particularly of Mount Etna and the sweeping bays, TAORMINA is the most popular and stylish resort in Sicily. Once a Greek colony, the Graeco-Roman theatre ruins sit high above the town and with the fantastic views from the point of the sea, Mounta Etna and the surrounding area, walking holidays in Taormina have become increasing popular to see these famous views.
There are plenty of restaurants in Taormina, ranging from family run traditional trattorias to up-market restaurants. There are also several bars and night clubs open until the early hours if you fancy sampling the nightlife. In the summer months, particularly July and August, the resort becomes busy mainly with Italian tourists, so for a quieter break but still with the warm weather, the best months to visit are April and May when the streets are less crowded.
GIARDINI NAXOS is situated on a pretty bay overlooked by Mount Etna, and has a lively promenade and old town. The steep hills behind the old town offer fantastic views over the bay and the sand beach, which is popular with families and couples, and has plenty to do including watersports, bars and cafes. If you fancy a less crowded beach there are several others in the area. The pleasant seafront promenade is lined with restaurants, bars and shops - from boutiques to souvenir shops. Every Saturday the large local market at Recanti is well worth a visit to get plenty of bargains, including clothing, accessories, fruit and vegetables.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Catania: 69 km |
Fly to Catania - Villa Saro is only 65 km away from the airport.
From Palermo it will take you a 3hrs drive.
Activities near Taormina
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
City breaks
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 19 Oct 2011 |
Stayed with 4 girlfriends and had an amazing time! Location was perfect and super easy to navigate all around Sicily from this base point. We felt like we were staying in one of our own homes! It was great to have a washing machine, iron and all of the normal household supplies. The landscape was incredible with fruit trees & grapevines. The views from the upstairs of Mt Etna and an old castle were like postcards! The villa was spacious and comfortable and we will definately be back! |
03 Oct 2011 |
Had a lovely stay at Villa Sicily. We were staggered by the hospitality shown to us by the owners and Calogero, which really made our stay more enjoyable. A car is a necessity as the villa is situated away from the town, however once acclimatised to the Sicilian way of driving, there are stunning views to be taken in whilst driving through the mountains and around the coast. The dolci from the patisseries in Francovilla were amazing (and many times better than the equivalent from the touristy shops in Taormina), and would also recommend the butcher/deli on the main road from Francovilla to the villa- unfortunately we only visited for the first time on our last day and wished we had noticed it before! Would highly recommend to those looking for a relaxing holiday (once you've mastered the driving!). |
Guestbook for Villa Sicily
We had a very wonderful and relaxing time in this beautiful villa. The setting is incredible, the view of Mount Etna and the Alcantara valley is astounding. The house is very comfortable, with all the proper amenities, nicely equipped kitchen. We adored the pool, the terrace, plants and the peace. Thank you so much! ( Daffy - UK)
A lovely house with lots of roam for our son to run around. The pool was most welcome. Castiglione had several good restaurants (view from Belvedere terrace very good). All in all a very good base to explore both the hill villages, etna and the coast. Thanks for your hospitality. (Wells-Uk, may 2009)
We enjoyed a very fine week here. The house was perfect and we were spoiled with fruit and eggs. We have seen a lot of the surroundings. Thank you for the hospitality!! (Drongen - Netherlands, June 2009)
Thanks for a great 10 days. Lovely house and beautiful grounds. Thanks for your generosity and kindness. Had 2 nice meals in Castiglione, can recommend both, Belvedere and the Restaurant President. Taormina definitely worth a visit aswel as the beach at Giardini Naxos, but nice to get back to a lovely pool in your garden. We will certainly be recommending this place to our friends and family. Thanks once again. (Vanya and Carole -UK, June 2009)
Thank you very much for your great hospitality and kindness during our stay in Villa Saro. We loved the house and the lovely garden. Waking up to the Sicilian sun and seeing Etna in the distance will stay in our hearts. After 22 years it was great to come back to sicily. Alla prossima! Grazie per tutto! (Francy - Finland, June 2009)
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 8 Jan 12 | 17 Mar 12 | € 440 | 70 | - | 3 Nights | |
| 17 Mar 12 | 21 Apr 12 | € 460 | 75 | - | 3 Nights | |
| 21 Apr 12 | 26 May 12 | € 540 | 80 | - | 3 Nights | |
| 26 May 12 | 23 Jun 12 | € 640 | 100 | - | 3 Nights | |
| 23 Jun 12 | 8 Sep 12 | € 995 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Sep 12 | 6 Oct 12 | € 640 | 100 | - | 3 Nights | |
| 6 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | € 540 | 100 | - | 3 Nights | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
*Final cleaning €.35,00
*Breakages deposit of €.150,00, which is fully refunded on departure assuming no damage or breakages have occurred
*40% deposit due to secure booking
*Pool is open from 21-04-2012 to 03-11-2012
*Payments are preferred by bank transfer or by PayPal and we reserve the right to pass on the merchants charges.
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Languages spoken     The owner is based in Italy and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2012. This villa has received 2 reviews from previous guests.  |
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