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Outdoor dining
Pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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Stazzo (Acireale), SR

What's nearby

  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Acireale Cathedral - 9 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 9 min drive
  • Piazza San Domenico - 9 min drive
  • Basilica di San Sebastiano - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station - 3 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Tocco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Il Muretto - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pane Condito Il Muretto - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Conchiglia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Panino Beach - ‬4 min walk

About this property

CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna

Castle by the sea
CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this castle include:
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna boast perks such as private pools, as well as amenities like dining tables and WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Private fenced yards, kitchens, and refrigerators

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio
  • Fenced yard

More

  • Private pool
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 IT087004C23XP6PY7S

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 information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Castle sea Park Views sea Etna Stazzo
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Frequently asked questions

Is CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna located?

Situated by the sea, this castle is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Ionian Sea and within 3 mi (5 km) of Timpa Natural Reserve and Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi. Zelantea Library and Art Gallery and Acireale Cathedral are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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CASTLE near the sea with private pool, park and views of the sea and Mt Etna Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill S., Ajax, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Vacation Rental
Staying the castle was very unique and a lot of fun. Lilliana the host was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron P.

Review for stay from 28 April 2023 to 05 May 2023
Our stay was absolutely incredible in Lilianas castle! A truly unique experience, incredible history and beautiful antiques everywhere. The pool area is the best I have ever experienced in a holiday rental. Enormous and plenty of comfy seating for everyone to lounge. Lots of nearby great days out. The pictures do not do the grandeur justice. Do not hesitate to book, you wll not regret it!! Oh and Liliana is absolutely lovely!! 10/10 experience ????
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Splendid experience - everything was perfect!
We use to rent once a year a special location for a week holidays with friends. This time it was obvious: It will be very difficult - or even not possible to find some location better than the beautiful Castello Claves. Everything was perfect: The tasteful interiour of the house, the wonderful park and garden, the huge pool. And last but not least the owner, who was welcoming us with her charme and friendliness. Whenever we needed assistance she was there, but very discrete in the background. As we even did not use all the parts of the house we decided to come back another time. 100% to be recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Review for stay from 21 May 2023 to 28 May 2023
This is a large unique place with huge amounts of old world charm. Everything works and everthing is there. But in addition there are photos, pictures, furniture, lights, mirrors going back across family generations since the place was built. Massive character. The beds are old and perhaps they could do with modern linen. There was no TV which was great. You can see Etna clearly from the back. The garden was massive and somewhat overgrown. The pool was excellent but cold but this is what you would expect for May. The place is very secure. Some local dogs bark from time to time. The sheer charm of the place, the many rooms, the staircase, the large veranda where we had dinner several times, are the best memories. And Liliana the host was exceptionally nice.

10/10 Excellent

Adam Bullmore

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical week in a unique home.
Our week at Liliana’s beautiful Castello was a delight. We were a party of 8; two parents & 6 young adults 17-23. There was plenty of beds to go round and enough bathrooms too. The kitchen and dining room were perfect for our needs. The decor throughout is charming and reflects a true family home without feeling cluttered or intrusive. The outside spaces are even more wonderful. The half shaded veranda is very spacious and perfect for dining and lazing around. The terrace between the towers offers stunning views of Etna and the sea and on occasions we ate there too. Both spaces have large tables and chairs. The swimming pool is a proper size at 15m and well equipped with loungers, shower and changing room. Water temperature in June - perfect. The whole Castello is surrounded by a stunning garden which is lovingly maintained. Beautiful scented shrubs everywhere, tropical palms and mature trees. Fresh lemons to pick from the orchard. The place is teeming with birds and butterflies. The town of Stazzo is lively but refreshingly unpretentious. The restaurant on the square sells delicious pizza, the two bars are busy and fun. Fresh fruit and veg from a stall on the square is high quality and good value. In the evening a gelati van sells modestly priced cornets. Our host Liliana was so kind, helpful and respectful of our privacy. Nothing was too much trouble. She wanted us to have a wonderful time in her magical home and we did -100%.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Review for stay from 25 October 2024 to 02 November 2024
From the moment the gates opened at the castle, it was clear to our family, that we were entering a magical place. The photos do not do it justice. We were greeted by Lilliana, host/owner who gave us a tour of the house and garden, complete with the history of it's existence. Castle is filled with family photos and antiques. We felt honored that Lilliana would share her home with us. The walled in garden, complete with swings and pool provided a safe place for our grandchildren to play. The location was conveniently located to the sights we wished to visit, Mount Etna, Catania, Taormina and Syracuse. A short walk from the castle is a restaurant, La Conchiglia and the Blue Bar. I recommend both. There is a good supermarket ten minutes by car. You will need a car as well as patience to navigate the terrain and the narrow roads. Driving can be tricky. Our family enjoyed our week in paradise. I highly recommend this property.
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10/10 Excellent

Gabi T.

Review for stay from 28 September 2024 to 05 October 2024
Liliana ist die beste Gastgeberin, die man sich denken kann. Freundlich, unaufdringlich und soooo nett. Das Haus ist mit allem Interieur aus dem frühen 20. Jahrhundert. Das muss man mögen und wir haben das sehr genossen. Das bekommt man nicht alle Tage. Der Pool hat uns viel Spaß gemacht. Wir können die Unterkunft nur weiterempfehlen. Ins Turmzimmer sollte allerdings nur, wer dazu noch körperlich und Lage ist.
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10/10 Excellent

Oli J.

Review for stay from 14 September 2024 to 21 September 2024
Lovely place to stay for our family holiday. Giulia was great when we were planning our trip and Liliana made us feel right at home during our stay. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Review for stay from 25 April 2024 to 02 May 2024
Ein außergewöhnliches Objekt mit einer äußerst liebevollen Vermieterin. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Vielen Dank
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8/10 Good

Anna L.

Review for stay from 08 September 2023 to 16 September 2023
Liliana hat uns sehr nett empfangen und uns eine Führung durch das Anwesen gegeben und von der Geschichte des Hauses erzählt. Sie war immer verfügbar, wenn wir was gebraucht haben. Der Poolbereich ist sehr großzügig und eignet sich hervorragend um ganze Nachmittage dort zu verbringen. Die Zimmer und die Bäder waren sehr sauber, aber das Haus ist alt, das sollte man bedenken, wenn man sich für das schöne Castello entscheidet und daher auch mit etwas Patina rechnen. Alles in allem hatten wir eine wunderbare Woche im Castello verbracht. Auf jeden Fall weiter zu empfehlen, wenn man als Größere Gruppe unterwegs ist!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Review for stay from 22 October 2022 to 30 October 2022
The castle is old and charming. Liliana is the best host I have ever met, you truly feel welcome and connected to her family history. The is very big and we could still enjoy it at the end of October. The only negative thing in my sensitive point of view are the barking dogs in the neighborhood.
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10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Review for stay from 15 October 2022 to 22 October 2022
Amazing castle with extensive garden & private pool set in a lovely small village. Views of the sea and Etna. Balcony and roof terrace as well as two tower rooms. Fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. There are several vineyards nearby and lots of fantastic places to and visit nearby. Warmly recommend this place for family holidays.
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Review for stay from 06 October 2022 to 13 October 2022
Lovely, clean, intimate, felt like royalty Perfect hospitality Beds and mattresses need to be replaced immediately

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and authentic
Lovely, clean, intimate, felt like royalty Perfect hospitality Beds and mattresses need to be replaced immediately
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Review for stay from 31 May 2022 to 09 June 2022
Prachtige plek met uitzicht op zee en de Etna. Wij voelde ons meteen welkom, alles was goed geregeld en als we vragen hadden werd dat meteen opgepakt. Wij hebben een fantastische vakantie gehad op deze unieke en mooie plek.
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10/10 Excellent

Camilla F.

Review for stay from 02 July 2022 to 09 July 2022
Castello Claves er en helt unik feriebolig! Meget gode fasiliteter, med stort bassengområde og luftige verandaer. Eiendommen byr på mange muligheter for en stor gruppe på tur. Vi var to familier som tilbrakte en ferieuke sammen og alle fikk sine behov dekket, voksne som barn. Rom og innredning var velholdt og vakkert møblert med bruk av varige materialer som fliser, marmor og heltre som tåler tiden tann. Hagen var velstelt og vakker - det var rett og slett et eventyr av et sted! Liliana og mammaen hennes (på 100 år) var utrolig søte og det var ikke til noen sjenanse å ha husverten boende i første etasje. Vi kommer gjerne tilbake!
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa G.

Review for stay from 16 June 2022 to 25 June 2022
Our family had the most wonderful time on our Sicilian adventure! The Villa was like stepping back in time. We cooked most of our meals in. The pool was picture perfect, and the balconies were inviting for playing games, dining or reading books. We enjoyed walking down to the Marina for coffee or evenIng drinks. There was a nice restaurant as well. I would recommend renting a car to explore. Although the Villa has five bedrooms, we found it comfortably slept our group of six. The turret bedroom didn’t have a bath, and the spiral staircase wasn’t for the faint of heart. The other bedroom had two cots which were better suited to small children, not adults. Both of these points are clearly stated in the listing, and we weren’t bothered at all. Liliana was lovely! An incredible host, We felt so welcome and safe in her family home.

10/10 Excellent

theresa g., Yardley PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Sicilian experience
Our family had the most wonderful time on our Sicilian adventure! The Villa was like stepping back in time. We cooked most of our meals in. The pool was picture perfect, and the balconies were inviting for playing games, dining or reading books. We enjoyed walking down to the Marina for coffee or evenIng drinks. There was a nice restaurant as well. I would recommend renting a car to explore. Although the Villa has five bedrooms, we found it comfortably slept our group of six. The turret bedroom didn’t have a bath, and the spiral staircase wasn’t for the faint of heart. The other bedroom had two cots which were better suited to small children, not adults. Both of these points are clearly stated in the listing, and we weren’t bothered at all. Liliana was lovely! An incredible host, We felt so welcome and safe in her family home.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy and Gary R.

Review for stay from 22 May 2022 to 30 May 2022
We felt truly at home at Castello Claves. Owner and ground floor resident Liliana Di Re loving has created and curated unique details in every room and in the ample gardens to showcase the story of her remarkable family. We never grew tired of discovering photos, objects, and assemblages that showcased their story and Liliana's unique artistic talents. She helped us contact an extraordinary local chef to cater a special birthday luncheon under a flowering pergola on the main terrace; we also dined under the stars on the rooftop and enjoyed relaxing around the ample pool. The castle is equipped with ample bedding and towels, and the handsome dishes and glassware were plentiful. The town of Stazzo is a bit scrufty, but the little supermarket there easily supplied us with fresh bread, food, drink and other essentials when we were not otherwise enjoying easy day trips to Taormina, Catania, Aci Castello, and Siracusa. Would go back in a heart beat!

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living the Dream
We felt truly at home at Castello Claves. Owner and ground floor resident Liliana Di Re loving has created and curated unique details in every room and in the ample gardens to showcase the story of her remarkable family. We never grew tired of discovering photos, objects, and assemblages that showcased their story and Liliana's unique artistic talents. She helped us contact an extraordinary local chef to cater a special birthday luncheon under a flowering pergola on the main terrace; we also dined under the stars on the rooftop and enjoyed relaxing around the ample pool. The castle is equipped with ample bedding and towels, and the handsome dishes and glassware were plentiful. The town of Stazzo is a bit scrufty, but the little supermarket there easily supplied us with fresh bread, food, drink and other essentials when we were not otherwise enjoying easy day trips to Taormina, Catania, Aci Castello, and Siracusa. Would go back in a heart beat!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Review for stay from 03 April 2022 to 09 April 2022
The property is even more beautiful than the pictures! The pool area is drenched in sun all day (there are shades if you want them). There are two large balconies, one designed for breakfast, one for evening aperativo. The rooms are all very comfortable and artfully decorated over the last 120 years of family ownership. Liliana is delightful and left us homemade marmalade and cakes as well as basic breakfast supplies. Don't forget to check out her hand made bags available for sale in the tower too! It is a wonderful place to stay, my only note is you will probably want a car just because Stazzo isn't that big. That said we whiled away many joyful hours sitting by the pool, walking in the garden or taking in the views of Enta and the sea. You can't go wrong!

10/10 Excellent

debbie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful slice of Italian heaven
The property is even more beautiful than the pictures! The pool area is drenched in sun all day (there are shades if you want them). There are two large balconies, one designed for breakfast, one for evening aperativo. The rooms are all very comfortable and artfully decorated over the last 120 years of family ownership. Liliana is delightful and left us homemade marmalade and cakes as well as basic breakfast supplies. Don't forget to check out her hand made bags available for sale in the tower too! It is a wonderful place to stay, my only note is you will probably want a car just because Stazzo isn't that big. That said we whiled away many joyful hours sitting by the pool, walking in the garden or taking in the views of Enta and the sea. You can't go wrong!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rona B.

Review for stay from 28 August 2021 to 04 September 2021
We enjoyed our time at Castello Claves, everything was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Cecilia B.

Review for stay from 18 September 2021 to 25 September 2021
We had a wonderful stay at Castello Claves! The house was exactly as expected with a great view from the rooftop and terrace! Liliana is super friendly and a fantastic host! Would love to visit again!
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10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Review for stay from 25 September 2021 to 01 October 2021
Staying in a castle in Sicily is as great as it sounds! My husband and I slept in the very romantic turret room. It is a short walk to amazing swimming and a bar and restaurant at night. We loved every minute.