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Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea

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Outdoor pool
Miscellaneous
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea

Typical House of 1710 with a spectacular view, Etna and sea the other part, located in TRECASTAGNI near the stairway of the Church of San Nicola, one of the most beautiful and ancient of Sicily. Immersed in the green, having a swimming pool in a unique and very panoramic scenery, in the heart of the historical center of this ancient country. The house is tiled with an ancient Sicilian cooked and furnished with antique furniture, great care in the details. Ideal starting point for excursions on the volcano Etna and visits to nearby beaches, and in the city of Catania, Taormina and Siracusa.

Property manager

CARMELO PAPPALARDO

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ski privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
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 IT087050C2578KMCRP

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Trecastagni, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 14 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 17 min drive
  • Ursino Castle - 18 min drive
  • Catania Fish Market - 18 min drive
  • Lungomare di Ognina - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 20 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪I Saponari - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantine Nicosia - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Terra&Sorsi - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Peccati di Gola - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantine Biondi - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea located?

This family-friendly Trecastagni villa is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Mother Church of San Nicola and Sanctuary of the holy martyrs Alfio, Filadelfio and Cirino. Mount Etna is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Old House of charm with swimming pool and panoramic view between Etna and sea Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The most perfect location
The location in the heart of a small town, the beautiful outside area, the communication with the owner were all excellent. However, we were not prepared for such a tiny kitchen (what you see in the photo is all you get!), the upstairs bedroom has a downstairs bathroom (that is not clear in the listing) and there is only AC in the upstairs bedroom. Overall the villa seems a little small for 4 bedrooms, but we loved our stay and really enjoyed all the positives.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa with character
Wonderfull stay in this superb location with great hosts. Peacefull ambiance, view on etna mountain, excellent dining in Trecastagni, optimal location for day trips.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
our stay in Trecastagni
Our family has had a wonderful holiday in Sicily. The house is very comfortable for 7 adults with its 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. We rented a car and visited Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, Giardini Naxos and Agrigento. Trecastagni itself is a nice village with easy access to restaurants , fresh fruit and vegetables, and supermarkets.The bakery opposite the house is excellent. We can highly recommend a stay in Carmelo's house.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous holiday
The house was full of character and in the perfect location for restaurants and shops for the essentials. The garden and pool area was stunning with the most incredible views of Etna. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful property
We really enjoyed staying at the villa. The pool and gardens are wonderful and, as indicated in another review, the house interior is nicer than the photos suggest. Good location for exploring Mount Etna (Would highly recommend Etna Est tours), Siracusa, Taormina and more... Great local shops especially the bakery across the road and the fishmonger and vegetable shops. Good restaurants within walking distance. San Anton restaurant a particular highlight.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for the New Year
This was a fantastic home in a small town outside Catania city centre. A prefect place to watch the New Year fireworks (from the close by church) and have a NY dip in the pool! Perfect location to get to Etna (35 min drive) and other close towns - Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Catania. The house is in a small village with an excellent bakery across the main gate, great fresh fruit and fish shops, and fabulous restaurants - highly recommend San Anton. Carmelo is a very nice host and helpful when we asked about local info. Our family of 8 - 6 adults and 2 kids - had more than enough room.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property-great location!
The Villa built in the 1700s gave us a realistic feel of Sicilian living. Literally 5 minute walk to the grocery store. Fantastic fresh fish restaurant across the street and many restaurants to choose from within walking distance. Fresh fruit and vegetable markets, bakeries and so many friendly Italians in the village. Camelo and Alessandra live close by and respond quickly to questions or needs. We were sad to leave after 17 nights. We did have drivers to take us to the historical sites and to the sea. The description of the Villa is accurate!
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great villa and pool near Etna
We had a fantastic stay at Carmelo’s house. The pool and outside space is fabulous with a great view of Mount Etna (just as good as the photos on the website). Our kids loved it. The house is spacious for a family of five and is clean and well equipped. Trecastagni is a great location. Plenty of good restaurants, food shops and an excellent traditional bar/cafe (Bar Sport - you can get great arancini, granita and ice cream there). Etna and Catania are close by, and Taormina and Siracusa also within easy reach. Carmelo was really helpful and responsive. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
We had a fantastic time a Carmelo's place. The property was pretty much as expected based on the photos, if anything the inside is nicer when you're actually there. The garden and pool area are spectacular. Inside you're staying in a very old building which gives it character. Everything is perfectly comfortable and functional. The shower rooms are probably due some attention but still fine. The location is excellent, right in the centre of town which plenty of shops and restaurants in easy reach. Recommendations of places to eat are provided and they are spot on, definitely worth visiting. All communication with our hosts was simple and any minor issues were dealt with quickly. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

Fabulous holiday with friends
A group of 7 friends have just got home after a weeks stay at this amazing little house in Trecastagni. The house is very old with loads of character but well equipped for a large(ish) group. The garden with several seating areas and a gorgeous pool and views to die for, is a little oasis. Views of the Church, Mount Etna and the sea were just breathtaking. Trecastagni is a great little place with a few excellent restaurants, handy shops selling all essentials (wine, fresh fish, bread etc). The little bakery across the road sold amazing bread, pastries and more and the ladies who worked there were lovely. In fact the people in the town couldn't be more friendly and helpful, just try out your italian and they will go out of their way to help. Finally, thanks to Carmello and Alessandra for letting us stay in your beautiful house, we all loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Frank b.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Old house
Would not recommend Steep driveway to bring our luggage up. Had to ask twice to put heat on because it was cold and damp. Forgot the light on in the bathroom one night and they texted us to shut it off. Washing machine was not clean. Showers were tiny. Had to walk up and down the steep and slippery driveway because we went allowed to drive up. But they used it all the time. The only good thing was the 2 minute walk into town.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Sicilian Experience
Carmelo’s place is a dream! Elegant, rustic, authentic and comfortable for us. Trecastagni is such a charming village and getting to interact with the local community was a great pleasure. The community has everything you need. We were literally the only tourists in town. The community was so welcoming! Digustibus market, the bakery right at our door and the restaurants in town were all fantastic. The main town square is only a 650 foot walk. Carmelo arranged a wonderful transportation company that took us to the airport and to Catania. Catania and Taormina are a lovely drive away. We rented a car for 3 days and had no problem with parking (rent from Saitta Autonoleggi, they are excellent and next to it is a big market). Make sure to keep house keys with you at all times as the doors lock when you exit the house and property. We were tired the first night and locked ourselves out but Carmelo was available by simply pushing the intercom button outside the front gate. I could go on about how much we loved the home forever. The pool is fabulous! We felt everything from the property to the home to Trecastagni was better than the pictures and what was described.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Mindie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Very disappointed
The house was cute and clean but unfortunately didn’t meet our expectations. One of my most important requirements when booking our houses while on our trip to Italy was a/c and washing machine. We stayed in 4 total properties while traveling with our family and this was the only one that was a disappointment. We arrived around 10:00 pm on a Friday night and there wasn’t parking near the house. We had to park about two blocks away. When we got to the house and shown around the first thing I noticed was how hot inside the house was. There were 4 total bedrooms and only 1 of the 4 bedrooms had an air conditioner in it which only cooled the one room. There were fans in all of the other bedrooms but no air in the kitchen or living room. The house was an easy 80 degrees inside even at night. The first whole day we were there we left for a few hours and made sure the fans were on in hopes that it would keep the air circulating. When we got home later that day the fans had been turned off as well as the one small mini split in the one bedroom. Super frustrating to know that the home owners came in while we were gone and shut them off. I get that all lights should be turned off while we are gone, we treated every house we stayed in as we would our own home but it was very intrusive to know they came in and turned off the fans and small unit. We definitely would not recommend nor would we stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Juliette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky villa in superb location
We enjoyed 2 weeks here in July. Firstly the location is awesome, right in the middle of the village, bakery opposite, restaurants, ice creams, coffee shops, banks all within walking distance near the base of mount etna. The house itself is secure with large iron gate, there is no parking, you have to park on the street, we always found parking within a couple of minutes walk to the house. There is a steep driveway but it’s only about 20 paces so easy to navigate. The house is very old and quirky, full of charm, dark inside to keep it cool. 3 bedroom downstairs could do with air con but was bearable with a fan. 4 bathrooms all on ground floor, 2 en-suite. 3 bathrooms are very small and the showers are tiny, 1m by 1m EU min standard. Shower heads need modernising, it was like using a hosepipe to shower with, my shower drain was partially blocked, I alerted the owner but nothing was done so in the end I brought a drain clearer and did it my self. Kitchen surprising small but equipped with all the basics, enough to reheat something, cook some pasta or prepare salads. There were no small mixing bowls, measuring jugs or spoons ( I had to buy one) or casserole dishes so you wouldn’t be able to properly cook anything. The villa garden is fantastic, beautiful pool, spotlessly clean with a lovely view of etna close to the church which rings bells during the day. 2 nice eating areas. We didn’t use the BBQ. We would definitely return to this villa again. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
We had a wonderful stay, it was relaxing and absolutely stunning. The pool area is the biggest selling feature, with views of Mount Etna and many sitting areas. The house had everything you could need, although only one room has AC so it did get a little hot at night. Overall, I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Vanessa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fijne omgeving, oud huisje
Fijn verblijf ivm leuke omgeving/levendigeid; leuke restaurants, baristacafe en bakker in de buurt. Huis zelf minder, ergverouderd en niet alles even schoon. Zwembad en zitplekken buiten waren prima
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Job v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Birgit v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heerlijke week op een bijzondere plek!
We hebben met ons gezin 7 dagen genoten van dit bijzondere huis op een hele fijne locatie. Midden in een dorpje met bakker, supermarkt, restaurants en bars op loopafstand. Binnen een half uurtje rijden van verschillende bezienswaardigheden. Eenmaal terug bij je huis sluit je letterlijk de wereld weer even buiten en trek je je terug in een prachtig paradijsje met uitkijk over de Etna. Heel bijzonder!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Volcanic villa
The villa is everything and more than is shown in the promotional shots, you have to be there to appreciate how fantastic the garden, pool and views are. Mount Etna was erupting at times during our stay and that was amazing to see, it had unfortunately covered the town in ash before we got there but Carmelo the owner had done a great job of cleaning the pool so we could use it. One thing to mention is the church bells are very loud and go crazy at seemingly random times, so take your earplugs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For our family, this was perfect
Our family included 5 adults and two boys 13 and 15. We all enjoyed the property for its charm, its variety of places to sit and talk, read, enjoy a meal, or take in the surroundings. We enjoyed the immediate neighborhood, including restaurants, a bakery across the street, and the nearby piazza. A / C only in the upstairs bedroom, but not a problem because at roughly 1,000 feet above sea level, evening temps (in late June) were comfortable and we were out all day! Carmelo the host is friendly and accommodating, the property and pool well- maintained. Our stay was a very good value. We would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aangenaam verblijf vlakbij het centrum, ideaal voor gezin
We hadden een aangenaam verblijf in het vakantiehuis. De ligging is uitstekend, op 2 minuutjes wandelen van verschillende restaurantjes. Parkeren op straat is soms even zoeken, maar we vonden altijd een plaatsje in de buurt. Wij waren er met ons gezin met drie tienerdochters, dus het was ideaal dat iedereen zijn eigen slaap- en badkamer had. Pronkstuk is de tuin met een mooi zwembad met prachtig uitzicht, en veel schaduwplekjes. Trecastagni is prima gelegen voor uitstapjes met de auto naar Etna, Etnaland, Taormina, Catania, tot zelfs Syracusa, Noto of Agrigento.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skøn bolig i meget hyggelig mindre by
Vi havde en skøn ferie i denne bolig, som er meget charmerende indrettet og har den skønneste have og svømmepøl. Det var derfor også anden gang, vi besøgte stedet. Huset ligger midt i en mindre by, så man kan både gå ture i gaderne, spise på en af de dejlige restauranter eller trække sig tilbage i fred og ro. Kan kun anbefales.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idéal
Tout parfait (sauf météo, moustiques et clochers bruyants mais rien à voir avec propriétaires et maison !)... magnifique
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 schöne Wochen in Sizilien
Wir waren mit 2 Familien im April für 2 Wochen im Ferienhaus. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Das Haus selbst hatte alles, was man braucht. Der Platz war ausreichend. Die zwei großen Vorteile der Wohnung waren aus unserer Sicht die Lage innerhalb von Trecastagni (Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants, Nähe zu den Ausflugszielen) sowie der wunderschöne Garten, in dem man an verschiedenen Orten wunderbar den Tag genießen konnte, zum Teil mit einem tollen Blick auf den Ätna. Wahrscheinlich im Sommer mit einem lauen Lüftchen. Wir würden immer wieder hinfahren. Bella vacanza! Mille Grazie.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023