Il Giardino Segreto
Taormina and Eastern Sicily, Sicily, Italy
Our view
Set in extensive gardens this beautiful villa is close to the atmospheric town of Acireale and is an ideal property for exploring the coast, Taormina and the villages in the foothills of Etna
Highlights
- Large private pool
- Extensive gardens and terraces
- Walk to a restaurant
About the villa
A short drive away from the bustling coastal town of Acireale, at the foot of Mount Etna, this two-storey villa is peacefully placed amid extensive lawned gardens of over an acre, focusing on a very large inviting pool with sun loungers for guests to relax. An ideal destination from which to visit different towns, the coast and Etna, Il Giardino Segreto is characterised by generous indoor and outdoor living areas. Outside, there is an al fresco dining area and terrace with steps up to a furnished front terrace overlooking the private pool and well-tended gardens. Steps down lead to a charming summer kitchen with a long table, with shaded dining area for al fresco meals.
With tiled floors, crisp whites, bright tones, and antique pieces, this villa combines traditional elegance with a contemporary style and the comfort of modern facilities. Inside, the inviting living room connects to the well-equipped kitchen with direct access to the terrace; steps down lead to a further room at the rear on different levels, used for reading and further steps lead out to outdoor areas. Upstairs there is a master double bedroom with king size bed and bathroom en suite opening to a balcony. The rest of the level is completed by two double bedrooms with king size beds sharing a a shower room.
Guide Price
From £3,236 Per Villa
Villa Details
Accomodation
Garden Level
- External access from gardens to summer kitchen with barbecue and hob, sink and preparation area, fridge.
- Utility room
- Shower room
Ground Floor
- Steps up from garden to terrace
- Kitchen opening to terrace
- Sitting room opening onto terrace
- Shower room
- Steps down to further reading/study room at rear with steps and different levels opening out to rear terrace
First Floor
- Master double bedroom (king size bed) opening to balcony with bathroom en suite with separate shower
- 2 double bedrooms (king size beds)
- Shower room
Facilities
Children's Facilities
- Cot on request
- Highchair on request
Cooking Outdoors
- Outdoor kitchen
- Sink
- Hob
- Fridge
- Preparation area
Entertainment
- WiFi
- TV
Games and Sports
- Table tennis
Keeping Cool
- Air conditioning throughout
Kitchen Essentials
- Hob
- Oven
- Fridge/freezer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Filter coffee machine
- Espresso coffee machine
Private Pool
- 18m x 5m
- 1.2m - 2m deep
- Built-in steps
- Pool towels
- Saline treatment
- Open from 01 April - 15 November
Something Special
- Selection of wine available for purchase
Villa Essentials
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- Hairdryer
Service & Staffing
Included
- Welcome pack
- Mid week maid service
- Mid week towel change
- For two-week stays or more, there will be a weekly maid service and linen change
Available On Request
- Wood for the fireplace
Location
Amenities
- 10 minute walk to Santa Maria La Stella with bar and pizzeria
- All amenities 2.5km Aci Sant’Antonio
- Further amenities in Acireale (shops, banks, restaurants, station) 4km
Places of Interest
- Catania 18km
- Zafferanea Etnea 23km
- Taormina 42.5km
- Bronte 52km
- Siracusa 87.5km
- Caltagirone 90km
- Ragusa 122km
- Modica 143km
- Etna 15km
Beaches
- Acireale 7km
- Riposto 18km
Airports
- Catania 29km
- Palermo 278km
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