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Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano

Villa Stella is located in the prestigious Baia del Riccio, on the coast between Catania and Siracusa. Kissed by the blue Ionian sea, caressed by the sun of Sicily and protected by the 'giant' Mount Etna, this Bay, enjoys a privileged location on the east coast. Important historical, architectural and naturalistic sites, are very close to Baia del Riccio.
Villa Stella offers its guests unique emotions and offers itself as a dream villa for unforgettable holidays.
The landscape, one of the many strengths of the villa, is typically Sicilian, where Mount Etna, the sea and plants combine to give joy, wonder, color, lights to the guests of 'Stella'.
The tranquility and well being are components of the features of the villa, along with the sweet song of birds and the sound of the waves.
The external environment has a large well kept garden with trees, flowers and plants typical of the Mediterranean, several outdoor areas equipped and covered where to have dinner and a lovely terrace overlooking the sea, with a lovely pool.
The Mediterranean look of the villa, the proximity to the sea, the landscape, the lights of the sun or stars, offer guests a special atmosphere.
Villa Stella, with all the comforts, accommodates up to 14 people. The large interior is set over two floors. The living area comprises: kitchen, a large, comfortable living-room and three bathrooms. The night area comprises: 7 double bedrooms, carefully detailed, of refined taste and furnished in the style of the villa.

Property manager

Michelangelo

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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 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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta
Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano
Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta
Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta
Enchanting Villa Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano
Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano Augusta
Enchanting Enchanting Views Etna Vulcano

About the neighborhood

Map
Augusta, Sicilia

What's nearby

  • Agnone Beach - 14 min drive
  • Brucoli Bay - 18 min drive
  • Catania Beach - 28 min drive
  • Vaccarizzo Beach - 31 min drive
  • Catania Port - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Agnone Di Siracusa Station - 14 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agriturismo Badiula - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger Factory - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Moplen - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Al Castello - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪TRATTORIA CHIOSCO di Vincenza Savaglia - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is steps from Ionian Sea and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Agnone Beach. Le Saie Golf Club and Simeto Oasis Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Enchanting Villa, with private pool and enchanting views of Etna Vulcano Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Lovely villa with an amazing view
We really enjoyed our stay at the villa! The view and garden are amazing, and although the villa is a bit dated, it’s charming and clean. Gianni and Franca did a fantastic job taking care of the house and helping out when needed. I truly recommend the villa to any large family or group!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna
Outstanding!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The property was wonderful. We appreciated the charm and historic feel of the Villa. A rental car is a big advantage but we also found many reliable cab companies. Enjoyed an incredible Sicilian feast prepared by Francesca and her daughter, just wonderful. Patio dinning with the water view and waves was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Huge, beautiful home with breathtaking views
This house was amazing for our family of six. There was more than enough room for all of us, and the outdoor space was so great we spent most of our time soaking up the sun and view from the beautiful pool and multiple sitting areas. The pictures don't do justice to the gorgeous blue sea and views of Etna. The property owner, Nando, was always quick to respond and extremely helpful when we had trouble finding the house on arrival. The host, Gianni and his wife, were so sweet and accommodating during our visit. We didn't want to leave. If you're coming to Catania, do yourself a favor and stay at this house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a Sicilian adventure!
We spent 3 weeks here in 2023 at the end of September through mid-October and had the best time.The yard and pool are worth everything! The house is well located if you want to hit the road, as we often did, but tricky to find initially (save Esso Costa Saracena in your GPS). Great sandwich shop just down the road and main grocery store 10 min away. Both the owner and the property managers were accessible on WhatsApp and always very helpful, but you'll need your translator app if you don't speak Italian. We miss Sicily and the house every day!
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
anything OK
anything OK
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Alain C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Feels like home
I rented the villa for a week to celebrate my birthday with a group pf friends. The house is vast and the rooms can easily accommodate a big group of people. The outside space is stunning with several little corners that each has a little something of dolce vita - and the vue... unbeatable. The commodities are a bit old - as expected - but overall the house has everything you need : kitchen is equipped, Wi-Fi works perfectly. Located a bit outside of the city but still very convenient to travel across the coast. Would definitely recommend this place !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Torgeir S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Large house with nice outdoor areas
The house is old and rather poorly maintained. The outdoor area and swimming pool are lovely by the sea and have a view to Etna. The house is located by itself in a closed area, so you need a car to get around. Driving distance to shopping for food is 20 minutes and there are no restaurants within walking distance of the house. Although the Ionian Sea is directly below, it is not possible to swim there due to the lack of a bathing ladder. The host is very friendly and served us a lovely Sicilian dinner one evening.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idealic estate
My wife and I invited friends to join us for a week at Villa Stella. We all had a wonderful time enjoying the prime property on a cliff overlooking Mt Etna and Mediterranean Sea. The property and building is just amazing place to enjoy with friends. The stonework needs a lot of pointing and areas of rebuilding but am amazed at the work that was put into the building in its construction years past. I am a long distance swimmer and was in heaven having quiet waters to swim in. The only issue which is common in the Mediterranean now days are the jellyfish population. If I return I would bring a full body suit and gloves to better prevent possible stings on my long swims. On one stroke I punched down into the center of the bell and luckily did not get stung as the tentacles are on the underside. A car is a must to enjoy the exquisite restaurants in nearby brucoli which is a 15 min drive. recommended for high end dining is Straventa and Castello. The closest restaurant has great laidback fare across the bay on the beach is Il Triangolo. The only drawback is like I said needs a lot of work to make it perfect but if that happens I probably couldn’t afford to stay at it,so as long as you are fine with a few imperfect items you will love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Alice H.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
large but quirky property
Fabulous view and plenty of room as advertised. Vastly unequal options for bedrooms. Cannot state strongly enough how our stay was negatively affected by an absent UNREACHABLE and uninformative host. No actual address. No information on how to open the gate to the property. No guide to the winding streets within the gated community. No system for checkout - how to leave the house keys and gate opener AFTER using it to exit. I finally had to call VRBO support from a roadside gas station to get any useful assistance. It should be noted that communication is only possible by WhatsApp and then still unresponsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very comfortable
Check in was a nightmare. Family was supposed to meet host at airport with a cot - but he was no where to be found. Directions to villa were very scattered but finally arrived met by housekeeper and shown around the villa. It was old and in need of some updating but very comfortable for our party of 10. Beds and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Pool was lovely although it was still warm enough to swim in the sea. All in all a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carter Family
The villa is in a beautiful spot with a view of Mt Etna. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating, not much English and our Italian was worse. Translation app helped a lot. There were 12 of us and the kids were in the pool most of the day. It’s in between Catalina and Syracuse so you definitely need a car. The villa itself is older and in a quiet area and large sitting areas outside and inside.. Kitchen is small and no toaster but we used the oven.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Extérieurs magnifiques, intérieurs un peu vieillot, voire vétustes
L'extérieur de la villa est superbe, les espaces intérieurs sont un peu vieillots, voire vétustes et la propreté pas Top. La vue sur l'Etna et la baie de Catane est époustouflante et la piscine est parfaite. L'accueil de Giannini et Franca s'est fait au pas de course et en sicilien. Heureusement, ma femme parlait assez bien italien pour comprendre les explications débitées à toute allure. Le contact en amont par messagerie avec Nando de l'agence de location n'a pas été facile jusqu'au jour d'arrivée, mais il nous a bien guidé pour trouver la villa dans un domaine résidentiel privé pas facile à repérer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kurt c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La Bella Sicilië
Prachtig huis met fantastisch uitzicht! Mooi domein met verschillende terrasjes waar het heerlijk vertoeven is, ook op een hete dag vind je steeds ergens een plaatsje in de schaduw om te genieten van een apero. De badkamers zijn een beetje klein maar de nieuwe douches waren prinma! Het interieur is typisch Siciliaans, beetje kleine keuken maar op vakantie leef je buiten dus voor ons prima! Er waren zeker genoeg koelkasten voorzien! alles kon koud gezet worden. Prima ontvangst gehad! zeer vriendelijke mensen. We hebben ook genoten van het diner dar voor ons werd klaargemaakt door hen. Lekkere siciliaanse gerechten en daarna werd ook alle afwas gedaan en keuken opgeruimd. Super service en zeker een aanrader! We hadden een super leuke vakantie en zeker voor herhaling vatbaar!!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best property I’ve ever stayed at on vacation
This place is amazing. The beach is a few steps away down the hill You can swim to a secluded rock beach The pool is a refreshing saltwater luxury The house is spacious well furnished The kitchen is amazingly stocked compared to properties we usually rent We cook at home for most of our trip because we like being together and Doing our own thing. The property managers who checked us were kind and helpful and available. You do need to follow the booking instructions in terms of directions and contacting the property managers prior to arrival There is plenty of parking the property managers handle the garbage for you, which is nice in Italy, which has this very complicated garbage sorting system I Would love to come back to this property with friends and family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Romain L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un séjour reposant idéale pour la jeunesse
Notre séjour d’une semaine s’est très bien déroulés ! Point positif du séjour : - Flexibilité sur l’heure d’arrivé - Les propriétaires nous ont aidés à trouver un restaurant lorsque nous sommes arrivés à la villa à 22h - L’extérieur de la villa est magnifique avec une vue splendide donnant sur la mer et l’Etna - La résidence est calme et sécurisée - Un accès sur une plage privée à 2min de la villa - les chambres parentales sont très belles et spacieuses - Plusieurs frigidaire sont à notre disposition - Possibilité de garer 2-3 Véhicules Point négatif du séjour : - Une douche non fonctionnelle - Du mobilier détérioré par la rouille ( La villa aurait besoin d’un petit coup de rénovation) - l’eau est non potable et cela nous a pas été prévenu au début du séjour Globalement nous remercions chaleureusement Michel et son amie pour leur accueil et leur conseil et également de nous avoir permis de profiter de la villa !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

veronique p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Séjour familiale
Grande maison avec vue magnifique. Une rénovation serait nécessaire mais les extérieurs de la maison reste agréable malgré cela. Les gérants ont été très disponibles pour nous aider durant le séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Remy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour magnifique
Nous avons passé un super séjour dans cette magnifique villa, très spacieuse, avec tout ce qu’il faut pour passer de bons moments entre amis. La piscine et la vue sur mer/volcan sur des gros ++ Merci à Gianni et Franca qui ont été super pour notre accueil. Je recommande +++
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La vue la plus incroyable de Sicile
Une vue à couper le souffle ! Un lieu magique ! Des hôtes d’une gentillesse incroyable ! Nous allons revenir :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big house - great outdoor space
We spent a week here in October and really lucked out with the weather. The inside of the house is definitely dated and could do with updating, particularly the bathrooms, but we spent the majority of our time outside by the pool which was perfect! Being able to walk down and get into the sea was a real bonus too. The property manager was very helpful. The house is incredibly difficult to find and took us quite a while with the property managers help. The house has no name written on it, there are no road names and Google maps doesn’t take you to the correct place. Could probably benefit with the hosts sharing more detailed directions from Catania before hand. We had a lovely stay in Sicily over all and the house suited us perfectly and was well located.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Joan C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
A bit deceiving
The property, while in a nice private neighborhood on the coast, needs a lot of updating. The location is very inconvenient and a little confusing to find. You WILL need a rental car. The house needs more toiletries: toilet paper, soap, towels, bath mats. Hot water was often an issue, clogged drains. The outside paint was crumbling and in poor condition. Communication with the host was extremely difficult. The property managers were very nice and met us with keys once we arrived. The language barrier was a bit of an issue.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tilman W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Tolles Objekt, mieserable Kommunikation
Das Haus strahlt sehr viel Charme aus und die Lage ist einzigartig schön. Der Empfang vor Ort ist herzlich und freundlich. Starke Nerven braucht man aber in der Kommunikation mit dem Verwalter. Er hat alle Versuche der Kontaktaufnahme im Vorfeld ignoriert und erst zwei Tage vor der Anreise geantwortet als wir fewo-direkt eingeschaltet haben. Wer diesen Stress und diese Unfreundlichkeiten vermeiden möchte, sollte wohl ein anderes Haus buchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Karl S., Basel, Switzerland

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Idealer Ort zum entspannen
Das etwas in die Jahre gekommene Objekt hätte eine Auffrischung nötig, vor allem Küche und Badezimmer. Lage und Pool entschädigen dafür.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022