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Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches!

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
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9.4

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Gaggi, Sicily
  • Popular LocationCorso Umberto18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaormina Cable Car21 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreek Theatre24 min drive
  • AirportCatania (CTA-Fontanarossa)61 min drive

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Space details

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8
2153 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

About this property

Entire place

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

Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches!

Stylish contemporary villa in the heart of the unspoiled Alcantara Valley boasting a private panoramic pool.
Villa Alcantara is a superb retreat: exquisitely peaceful surroundings, fully air-conditioned and at only 10 to 15 minutes drive from Taormina and the renowned beaches of Giardini Naxos.

Perched on the side of a mountain, the villa offers a wide view on the luxuriant landscape. A modern arch design set on the edge of the 50 square meters terrace will help you frame a mental postcard of the surroundings that will be difficult to forget!

You access the bright living area from the terrace. Thanks to the wide sliding doors, the gorgeous spectacle of the nature around you will accompany your every daily gesture, while relaxing on the sofa or having breakfast on the dining table. The well-equipped kitchen and a satellite TV with a DVD player will make you feel right at home. On this floor there is also a practical toilet.

The sleeping area, with three double bedrooms, is on the floor below and it is connected internally by a marble stairway and externally by a second stairway leading directly to the pool. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a Jacuzzi. The other two bedrooms, (one of which also features a bunk bed), have access to a beautiful 'hammam’ style bathroom with natural light coming through the remarkable skylights. Finally, there is a laundry room and a handy outdoor shower, ideal in the summer returning from the beach.

Villa Alcantara is… totally the favourite set for exclusive holiday seekers!

SURROUNDING

The Alcantara Valley is one of the lushest valleys of Sicily thanks to the presence of the Alcantara River that supplies irrigation water to the many citrus orchards cultivated in the area all year round. Even during the hot and dry Sicilian summers, the Alcatara Rivers remains ice cold, providing to all its visitors with fresh relaxing moments. You can simply wet your feet and peacefully lying down on its beaches and on its rocks, or doing fun activities such us tubing excursions or exploring the river with its lava-stone walls and waterfalls by hiking or by riding a horse.

The Alcantara Valley is a truly strategic base from where to explore the Eastern side of Sicily. The charming town of Taormina, its vibrant coast and coast villages (30km of beaches from Fondachello to Sant’Alessio Siculo), Mt Etna and its authentic villages are all very close by.

If you are a wine-lover you cannot miss Castiglione di Sicilia, a nearby village known as ‘the city of wine’ (‘Città del Vino’) for its famous vineyards and wineries.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches
Modern Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
Modern Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches
Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches
Modern Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
Modern Villa Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches
Modern Views 10 Minutes Sandy Beaches Gaggi
32001

About the neighborhood

Graniti

Located in Graniti, 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Passopisciaro and Villa Comunale Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 18 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 19 min drive
  • Taormina Cable Car - 21 min drive
  • Piazza IX April - 24 min drive
  • Greek Theatre - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Mascali Station - 20 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Le Palme SRL - 24 min drive
  • Wunderbar - 24 min drive
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Antonio - 25 min drive
  • Ristorante Paradise - 7 min walk
  • Vinetna - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic Villa with Private Pool 10 min to Taormina and its sandy beaches! located?

This family-friendly Graniti villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park and Spiaggia delle Gole. Passopisciaro and Gurne dell'Alcantara. Francavilla di Sicilia are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting in the hills
It’s a stunning house with amazing views. We really loved relaxing by the pool, watching the world go by
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sept 2023
Property was good. Owners were great and responsive. View from villa is lovely. Locally there is just the nearby resturant that is very nice but we thought menu limited and also pricey. Most days we went into Tao which is fabulous. You just need to accept the 30 min drive each way.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing villa on the hills
The villa is modern, spacious and brilliantly located for fabulous views down to Naxos.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

frank l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
Stayed with our two adult sons and Nephew. Great base for touring .house is really special unbelievable views, wonderful to wake up to each day. Great sunsets from the deck. The nearby restaurant paradise does a wonderful job and it’s just a short walk down the hill. You really feel like you were in the country in a secluded space but you can easily be by the seashore for shopping and lunch. We would love to try the house in season. House manager was very attentive dishwasher broke and was replaced within a day on Easter weekend. We cooked Easter dinner at home and were able to enjoy some family time.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

nick p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Alcantara
As expected. Modern contemporary villa in a superb setting. Peaceful and quiet with stunning views. The nearby Paradise Restaurant was excellent but the only one within possible walking distance ( hence the 4 star location rating) The access road is a sleep dirt track and a 4x4 is recommended but not essential. The property manager, Giuseppe, was unfortunately ill during our stay but as we had no questions nor issues we had no need to contact him (hence the 1 star rating) The villa was equipped with everything one could want and would have no hesitation in recommending it to others. A great base from which to explore this area of North East Sicily.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay
This is a lovely peaceful modern villa with spectacular views. It suited our needs very well but the number of steps and drops would make it unsafe for young children. The track approaching the villa was very rough, steep and overgrown (we trimmed back some of the thorny bushes). Overall a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., Market Harborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic villa!
We had such a great holiday - I can't recommend it highly enough! The villa itself is just amazing. The architecture is stunning - a really unique place that offered peace and quiet along with great facilities and a perfect location. Situated a 5 minute drive from the main road up a dirt track (a vehicle with high clearance is recommended) it is isolated but with easy access to gaggi with several bars, cafes and shops and its just a 40 minute drive to beautiful Taormina. Giuseppe was a great host and I can thoroughly recommend spending the day with him visiting etna (he was very knowledgeable and took us on a great hike) and then wine tasting - well worth the money and a superb day. There is a restaurant at the bottom of the dirt track called paradise which is worth a visit and I can also recommend the pizza making class in Taormina. Thos property would be ideal for 2 or 3 couples or 2 families who want to be close to plenty of activities but have a tranquil place to themselves. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Jaspal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ganiti - casa alcantara
Easy to book. Good communication. Great location (needs a car). Would book again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Penny K., Sydney, Australia

Good stay but a few improvements required
There are pluses and minuses with our stay: Pluses: We would recommend it if guests don't mind driving as it's 20 mins from Taormina and 10 mins from the nearest shop in the local village. We loved Michael Cafe (excellent granite & snacks and the local supermarket - Maxisconti). The distances to other attractions are considerable as Sicily is deceptively large. The hillside location is very tranquil and the air conditioning and pool were very good. Minuses: We strongly recommend that the owners refurbish the villa with better furniture, bedding(very uncomfortable) and towels (thin and worn) which were substandard as was the cleaning. The IKEA furniture has simply worn out. Also the track leading to the villa requires a small four wheel drive (we had a low car despite ordering a four wheel drive and constantly scraped the bottom of our car on it) or concrete and/or gravel laid. Guiseppe, however, was an excellent host - friendly, attentive and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week in Sicily
We would really recommend this property due to its site, location, design and comfort. However you must have transport of your own as a little out of the way. Worth every bit of inconvenience however!