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Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina

Holiday home in Santa Venerina with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy a peaceful meal or relaxation on this serene patio with a countryside view.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a comfortable bed, a bedside table, and a window with a beautiful lattice design.
Cozy kitchen with a stone accent wall and thatched ceiling, featuring a bar counter and basic cooking amenities.
Enjoy wine and good company in this welcoming bar area, where you can relax and socialize.
Surrounded by lush greenery and a serene stone wall, this peaceful garden offers a tranquil escape.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina

Holiday home in Santa Venerina with kitchen and patio
This holiday home features Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Claudio

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Vietato fumare dentro gli appartamenti

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 IT087048C2KTBSJWHX

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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Sicily Between Mount Etna and Taormina Santa Venerina

About the area

Map
Santa Venerina, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Adventure Park Etna - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Etna Park Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Marina di Cottone Beach - 14 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 8 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Modò - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria N'da Calata - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Russo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Briciola - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L'antica arte del pane - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Mount Etna and within 6 miles (10 km) of Barone di Villagrande 1727 and Porto dell' Etna. Adventure Park Etna and Ionian Sea are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Charming Sicily between Mount Etna and Taormina Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ed W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay at a beautiful property!

We had a great several day stay at this property, and the hosts were delightful! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay and property

Very friendly owners, impeccably clean. Beautifully appointed, Incredible views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Eastern Sicily

Beautiful property and wonderful host! Would recommend to anyone wanting to stay on the east coast, close to Etna, Catania, Taormina. Very relaxing with all the amenities 😁😁
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Creig A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place to Stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. There is so much to do and it was like having a nice villa to come home to. Much appreciated the hospitality! If you go, don't miss the orchard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Lovely location and so relaxing. Beautiful views of Mount Etna and sea , really couldn't have asked for more. Hosts Claudio and Antonella we lovely and welcoming and so discrete, 6 days of calm - everything you would want at the start of your vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful accomodation, great base to relax and explore the area

We stayed for 4 nights. Used this nice accommodation to relax and explore the area. We enjoyed it. Antonia is a great host. Good communication and recommendations on where to go and what to do. Nice restaurants! Thanks again Antonia and family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyrielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

This appartement is wonderful, the view on the sea, Etna, Taormina is just exceptionnal. It is well situated for excursions on the Etna, visit of Taormina or Catania. Antonella and Claudio are wonderful guests, thanks you for your welcome. We will come back with no hesitation ! See you soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place at the foot of Mt. Etna

We had a great stay. Claudio and his wife were gracious and helpful. On our first night Claudio quickly got us a reservation at a lovely restaurant not far from the house. The house was perfect for us. The bedrooms are beautifully furnished and very comfortable for our family of 3. The kitchen is very well equipped. The outdoor living areas were more than anything we could have asked for. Wonderful place!! Thank you so much Claudio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful proud property owners

Antonella & Claudio treated us like family in their 1800's home that have been in Claudio's family for generations. The property was historical, well maintained with a view of Mt Etna and the ocean. At night you can see Italy's shore lights. So much welcoming, it even had a very friendly kitty to greet you every morning. Nice privacy and a functional kitchen. We would love to return to their home sometime in the near future if we get to return to Sicily. This trip was wine business, so maybe someday we can come back and relax!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charity E.

Etna Dependance Offers a Wonderful Space, Situation and Hosts

Four of us recently stayed for a week at Etna Dependance with our hosts, Claudio and Antonella. From beginning to end, this placed charmed us. It is perfectly located to visit Siracusa, Etna and its mountain villages, the beaches and Taormina. It was a comforting and warm place to return to, and you could easily spend several days on the sunny terrace drinking coffee and reading...along with a lovely glass of Sicilian wine at night. Claudio and Antonella are genuine and friendly and offer both charm and warmth. We will return and recommend this place to any traveler who wishes to experience Sicily.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Simone S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Villa with wonderful hosts

Location is perfect if you want to be away from the hubbub, so you will need a car. Villa was gorgeous, with great views (came with a resident outdoor cat). The two double rooms and kitchen have their own entrance which all open out to the courtyard (ie they are separate dwellings whereby you need to walk through the outside courtyard to get to each). Dwelling 1 has a double bedroom with en-suite, dwelling 2 has a double bedroom with separate bathroom and a front room with sofa, small table with two chairs and TV. Kitchen has seating for two. Definitely recommend this villa.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house at the foot of Mt. Etna

This house in Santa Venerina, on the Eastern side of Sicily, was our last stop on a 2 week trip around the island. It turns out we saved the best for last. The house is in a lovely setting on the the hillside, with a stunning view of the sea. Our casa was spacious, comfortable and quiet, with a well-equipped kitchen meant to be shared (but we were the only ones there during our 4 night stay). Antonella and Claudio were so welcoming and charming, and made us feel so at home. They were happy to suggest restaurants & wineries to explore nearby. I can see coming back for at least a week or 2. It was the perfect ending to a fantastic trip. Grazie mille, Antonella & Claudio!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heetae K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Claudio and Antonella were the BEST host!!!

We cannot say enough high praises about Claudio and Antonella, they have been the MOST warm, welcoming, and attentive hosts - they really went above and beyond to accommodate us during our stay, and for this we will forever be grateful. Not only did they give us helpful and insightful travel guides on the daily, our flight ended up being cancelled last minute due to a volcanic eruption and they graciously let us stay one more night for free of charge. It goes without saying how beautiful their home was - not only was the view from the terrace overlooking the orchard fantastic, but the homes were both cozy and impeccably maintained. Both Claudio and Antonella were always ready and eager to help with all sorts of out-of-the-ordinary requests. They truly proved to be the beacons of Sicilian hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roselyne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and historical destination

We had a wonderful time staying at this location… Especially were impressed with the friendliness of the hosts. Fantastic views of Mt Etna and the Ionic Sea!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULYE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beau séjour

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Santa Venerina. Très propre, belle place tranquille, les propriétaires sont très gentils et avenants. On est près de tout, autoroute, centre d'achat, épicerie, station service. Je le recommande. Merci aux propriétaires.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Der Aufenthalt war sehr schön. Allerdings laßen wir die Beschreibung so, als wäre alles eine Unterkunft. Letztendlich waren es zwei Appartements. Wir waren im untren Appartement und hatten somit nur den Blick in den Garten. Nur wenn wir hochgegangen sind, hatten wir den Blick aufs Meer und zum Ätna. Gut war, dass das obere Appartement nicht vermietet war, sonst wäre das nicht so einfach gewesen. Die Matratzen und das Kopfkissen waren sehr hart. Wer harte Matratzen mag, schläft gut. Antonella und ihr Mann sind sehr freundlich und mega bemüht. Vielen Dank an die Beiden! Appartement und
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Sizilien erleben

Es war ein traumhaft schöner Urlaub. Die Unterkunft mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Antonella und Claudio sind nette, aufmerksame und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Wir waren total für uns und konnten neben den Touren über die Insel sehr gut entspannen.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing visit to Sicily and Mt Etna

The property was gorgeous and the rooms were beautiful. We felt like we were staying in a private villa on the countryside. Claudio and Antonella were amazing hosts and made our family trip to Sicily and Mt Etna even better. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Résidence exceptionnelle près de l’Etna et des lieux de visite

Hôtes très accueillants qui ont ont le souci du détail tant dans les équipements mis à disposition que celui du bien-être des voyageurs. Claudio Antonella et leurs enfants sont charmants. Propriété exceptionnelle qui leur demande beaucoup d’investissements personnels. Stéphane Rozenn et Lilou
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mechthild B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine grüne Oase mit Ätna Blick

Eine wunderbare Unterkunft ,mit Blick aufs Meer und auf den Ätna von einer großen Terrasse, weitere lauschige Ruheplätze auf dem Gelände. Die Vermieter Antonia und Claudio, sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit und mit einem tollen Einrichtungsgeschmack, ein kleines Paradies im Grünen, wo man gerne verweilt und der perfekte Standort für Ausflüge .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Urlaub

Es war ein beeindruckende superschicke FeWo. Toller Ausblick, schöne ruhige Lage und auch einen Mega Ausblick auf den Etna. Sehr liebe Gastgeber. Wir werden wiederkommen .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daphnné B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quand la beauté des lieux rencontre la gentillesse des propriétaires

Un endroit magique, tout est beau. Nous avions loué les 2 chambres, plusieurs terrasses pour admirer les vues et prendre ses repas. La maison est entourée d une sublime citronneraie, vue sur l Etna bref un pur bonheur. A cela s’ajoute la gentillesse d ‘Antonia et Claudio te de leurs animaux nous reviendrons, c est certain
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eloise D., Var, France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un excellent séjour !

Antonia et Claudio sont adorables, ils nous ont accueillis chaleureusement, et conseillé des lieux à visiter autour de l'Etna, il y avait plein de petits cadeaux dans le logement qui est particulièrement beau et spacieux, la vue de la terrasse est imprenable sur la mer, on y voit également les fumerolles de l'Etna, tout est dispo dans le logement pour passer un excellent séjour, nous vous remercions sincèrement pour votre accueil, ce fût un plaisir de vous rencontrer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschöne Unterkunft

Wir waren drei Nächte in dieser wunderschönen Unterkunft mit atemberaubendem Ausblick auf das Meer und den Ätna. Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich und der Check In problemlos. Es liegt im Grünen zwischen Orangenbäumen und einem liebevoll gestaltetem Garten. Die Küche ist in einer alten Höhle und sehr modern eingerichtet, so wie die gesamte Unterkunft. Es gibt auch eine sehr süße Katze :) Von der Unterkunft aus kommt man sehr gut nach Catania, Taormina und zum Ätna. Somit ist sie ein sehr guter Ausgangspunkt um Sizilien kennenzulernen. Wir hatten einen sehr schönen und unvergesslichen Aufenthalt und freuen uns darauf irgendwann wieder zu kommen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Rustic Property

A converted 19th century winery located in a grove of citrus fruit trees made for a relaxing and enjoyable respite during our 3 week Sicily vacation. It was so nice to have peace and quiet after spending days in busy city centers in Palermo and Erice. Great hosts were available when needed but allowed us to have plenty of private family time with our adult daughter. Found some great local restaurants and enjoyed light meals in the kitchen - another nice break from hotel and restaurant food. The local towns nearby were nothing special but the property was close to Catania and Taormina for day trips. A car is required and off street parking is provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022