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Villa Mareneve, Elegant Villa with Private Pool, Etna Sea viewCIR:19087048C243073

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 142368 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Santa Venerina, Catania, Sicilia
  • Mount Etna
    8 min drive
  • I Giardini di Villa Fago
    10 min walk
  • Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station
    9 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    37 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Santa Venerina

With a stay at this villa in Santa Venerina, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Mount Etna and Barone di Villagrande 1727. .This villa is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Timpa Natural Reserve and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Ionian Sea.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 8 min drive
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 8 min drive
  • Timpa Natural Reserve - 8 min drive
  • Acireale Cathedral - 12 min drive
  • Piazza del Duomo - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station - 9 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Modò - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pasticceria Russo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Briciola - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Argentina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪I Giardini di Villa Fago - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Mareneve, Elegant Villa with Private Pool, Etna Sea viewCIR:19087048C243073

Villa Mareneve is a building in typical Sicilian style, with comfortable and spacious exteriors to underline the favorable climate for a holiday spent outdoors; furthermore, the interiors, being of new construction, have been realized with the comforts of a good hotel, with private bathrooms in each bedroom, but with the advantages of living a holiday exclusively in the company of the family or with their friends.
The villa is surrounded by the lush greenery of the Sicilian countryside, with lemon trees, oranges, and Mediterranean plants of all kinds; It is equipped with all comforts included in the price, namely: wifi, dishwasher, heating and air conditioning in time (7 hours during the 24 hours).
The position of this structure is very particular because, situated halfway between the Etna Volcano and the Ionian Sea, it has a spectacular view in both directions, and this has much advantage when there are volcano eruptions, because you can admire from all the windows and the openings of the west side of the structure, while from the east side it is beautiful to witness the dawn of the sun, in the morning, but also at the dawn of the full moon reflecting on the sea making it shine of silver light. Half of the villa is used as a holiday home while the owners live in the other half. The entrances, and the gardens are completely separate and independent, so there is complete privacy, the pool (12 x 6 m and 2.20 cm deep) is open from the first of April until the end of October and is for exclusive use of guests.

There are two floors, for a total of 220 square meters. The ground floor consists of a large kitchen with a dining table for 13 people, a living room, a bedroom with double bed and two single beds, en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi, toilet and bidet, and there is a separate bathroom with toilet and shower . On the first floor there are four bedrooms all with private bathroom (toilet, bidet and shower) and double beds. The terraces are located both on the first floor and on the ground floor, one is covered, the others are uncovered; They are furnished with beautiful furniture and enjoy views of the sea and Mount Etna. An ideal property also for a stay in the off season.


Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mara Sorbello

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: only outdoor

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 EUR 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

Villa Mareneve Luxury Villa With Private Pool View of Etna Sea

Villa Mareneve, Elegant Villa with Private Pool, Etna Sea viewCIR:19087048C243073 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Mount Pleasant, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at Villa Mareneve
We had a fantastic stay at this villa. The villa had everything we needed and was perfect for six adults. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking our meals and the patio was great for al fresco dining. The pool was a fabulous way to cool off during hot, sunny afternoons. The views of Mt Etna and the Mediterranean are amazing. Mara was an excellent host! She was responsive to all our questions and requests. There are pets (a dog and cats) on the property; Mara will restrict their visiting if you wish. We highly recommend this villa and will certainly look to stay with Mara again when we are next visiting eastern Sicily.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation!
We stayed in this Villa for a month. Absolutely an awesome time! Mara our caretaker was extremely helpful and always willing to guide us or translate for us when we didn’t understand. The Villa is beautiful! The pictures are very accurate. Mara’s parents made us feel very welcome too! We would definitely stay again if we visit Sicily.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa
Fantastic Villa where you can relax and really enjoy a peaceful..or a busy holiday…Hope to return one day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angharad L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Angharad
Stunning property and pool. The hostess, Mara was so lovely and easy to get hold of. She happily answered all our questions and gave us wonderful recommendations for restaurants. Also helped my mum organise a birthday cake from a local baker. Could not have asked for more. Thank you Mara!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Month in Santa Venerina
Exactly as advertised, beautiful property hidden away behind two electronic gates. The villa was as advertised and was an oasis. Mara, our host, was perfect. She was quick to respond to our needs and went far above what would be expected. One of our guest got sick and Mara arranged medical treatment for her. The living conditions were more than adequate although we would have liked a few swiffers at a couple of points of our stay!! There was a washer (which we used every day but no dryer) clothes were hung out to dry and came in with an amazing smell. The stove and oven were small but they were seldom used by us. Plenty of restaurants in the town and all throughout Sicily. Bottom line, Mara and the Villa were a "Once in a Lifetime" experience!!! We would highly recommend Villa Mareneve to everyone!!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pandula W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super six day stay in Sicily
The property was as described, very clean spacious and well located. Ideal for small group or family group. Property manager Mara was friendly and very helpful. Recommend having a car to get about and ideally located to visit other places and towns within Sicily.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property but needs TLC
Villa Mareneve has the potential to be a really good rental property. It has lush, well maintained gardens with a splendid pool and views to both the sea and to Mount Etna. Mara, the host who lives in an adjoining part of the property, responded quickly to our questions and requirements both before and during our visit. The interior of the villa however needs some TLC. Various things were broken or didn’t function well, for example the cooker light, a blocked washbasin and plugs that didn’t allow water to stay in basins. Additional blankets were provided on our request after a very cool night, whereas in most properties these are immediately to hand. The lighting was old fashioned and inadequate, making the whole place seem rather dark. Solar energy is used for heating the hot water so there was never enough in the evening for showers, even on sunny days. Mara had to arrange a top up via the boiler on several occasions. The shower doors upstairs were difficult to close and caused leakage. The bed mattresses were too worn and not comfortable. Likewise the pillows were too small and uncomfortable. Better signage is required in order to find the villa. A small “151” on the wall, partially hidden by foliage, was the only indication but a prominent villa name would be of assistance. However, it is a safe location with electronically controlled entry gates, giving a feeling of security. Several reviews from previous years mentioned that the front door lock needs attention. It still does as it takes a lot of fiddling to get it to open! The owners are quite rightly concerned with recycling and we were diligent in putting waste in the correct bins. For visitors staying more than a few days additional bags should be provided for rubbish since separate bins were needed for 4 categories of trash. Villa Mareneve is in a quiet location and is conveniently situated for visits by car to Taormina, Mount Etna, Syracusa, local supermarkets and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy J., Alstonvile, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Large property, great location
Perfect for 8 adults (3 couples & 2 singles). Large rooms, ensuites for all bedrooms. Huge swimming pool. Any problem fixed immediately by our friendly host, Mara. Great location for Mt Etna, historic villages and beaches. Front door lock hard to operate.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lidia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Mareneve
The Villa was just lovely and did not disappoint. The accommodations with each bedroom having a private bath was a big plus. We were 6 adults and 2 children and everyone was very comfortable and happy. The Villa and grounds were well cared for as was the wonderful pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John jACKSON

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven in Sicily
Everything about the house was correct, clean, very well equipped, and the pool was clean with totally clear water, the whole family would like to thank Mara for all her help during our holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy local Sicily House
the villa is beautiful and the owner takes very good care of the guests, that is what it takes to make a vacation perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Gloucester

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We stayed here for a family wedding close by. There were 6 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of room. Mara was very helpful and easy to work with. The views are stunning with mount Etna one side and the sea on the other.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold M., Bedford, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place To Stay
We loved Villa Mareneve, and it was the perfect place to stay if you're visiting Sicily. The villa itself is spacious, clean and comfortable, and had everything we needed for a perfect vacation. The bedrooms were all comfortable, the kitchen was fully outfitted, we had plenty of living space, and the pool and grounds were beautiful. Not only that, but we had a beautiful view of Mt. Etna from our patio and the villa is centrally located to great spots like Taormina, Siracusa, Etna, beaches, and other sites. Mara, the caretaker/owner, was terrific and was always available if we needed restaurant or touring suggestions or if we had any requests or questions. It was perfect for our group of 6 adults, and could have comfortably fit more. Our only complaints: the front door is a bit tricky to open (but fine once you learn the trick) and only 7 hours per day of air conditioning is included, though you can purchase additional hours for a reasonable fee. Highly recommended, and many thanks to Mara for helping us experience a truly wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W., Torquay (Australia)

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent spot for a family vacation.
Excellent facilities.Each bedroom has private en-suite.Lovely clean pool.Well maintained. Lush gardens surround the property. Excellent communication with Mara.Quick responses for information and local advice. Very good supermarket close by.Otherwise car needed to reach restaurants and supplies. Family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan S., Westlake, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property/Excellent Property Manager
Mara is a fantastic property owner. You could not ask for anyone more attentive and helpful. Unfortunately we had minor medical issues/illnesses for several of the people and Mara went out of her way to make contacts for us and help locate the proper places for help/items. Mara and her mother prepared a wonderful meal for us one night. The property is exactly as described and is spacious and beautiful with a fantastic setting and view. It is right in between Taormina and Catania (about 20 minutes to each place) and near Mt. Etna....about 1 hour 15 minutes from Siracusa. Very near (5 minutes) the Autostrade. at Giarre.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Perfect Vacation Spot
We loved our time at Villa Mareneve. Our host Mara was very sweet and accommodating and it was very convenient having her on the property to assist when needed. The house is just lovely and in the perfect location for exploring the area. The views are breathtaking with the sea on one side and Etna on the other. The beautiful garden made us smile every day with its vibrant colors.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Fantastic spacious well equipped villa in a peaceful secluded setting with amazing views!
Lovely villa which is set in lovely gardens. Villa is well equipped and was very clean. We were a family of 6 and we all felt it was very spacious both inside and outside. The pool is very big although the weather wasn’t quite good enough for us to enjoy it although the kids had a brief dip! Property is accessed via 2 security gates and set back from the road. It is very private and secluded with stunning views to the sea and to Mount Etna. The local village has supermarkets and other small local shops. It is close to the motorway making getting around very easy. Would highly recommend this villa. All interactions with the owner before arriving and once there were excellent. Very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Stephan F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Tolle Lage, aber innen nur begrenzt gut.
Wunderbare Lage. Spülmaschine funktionierte nicht richtig. Vorgefundenes Geschirr nicht sauber. Herd nur begrenzt brauchbar. Nachttischlampen ohne stromabschluss. Wohnzimmer zugleich Eingang. Aber bei gutem Wetter ist das Haus wunderbar und es liegt traumhaft. Pool sehr schön. Vermieter sehr hilfsbereit.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Norbert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
angenehmer Familienurlaub
Das Haus bietet genügend Platz für eine (Gross) Familie mit 14 Personen. Bei den Küchenutensilien wird es eng. Gläser , Tassen und auch Töpfe / Pfannen mussten wir nachordern. Das ist doch alles ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen......und " near end of live". Das Ambiente ist schön, störend waren Arbeitsgeräusche von den Nachbargrundstücken und auch ein Familienfest grad im Nachbarhaus ( der Vermieter!). Der Ort biete sich als Basis für Ausflüge sehr an. Der Garten und der Pool konnten von den uns gut und gerne genutzt werden. Auch wenn es den einen oder anderen Abstrich gab, es waren gelungene Familienferien.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa
We had a dream week in this beautiful Sicilian villa. We were a family of 6 adults and 4 children and we were very comfortable. The gardens, swimming pool and terraces were perfect for us. The photos and descriptions are identical to reality. We were even able to observe an eruption of the Etna, visible from the villa. Thank you to our host Mara for her welcome and advice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anders E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebration 50 and 20 Year birthday
It was an overall great villa with place to hang around the pool and also room for games of boule etc. Were near atractions like Etna, Taormina just a short ride with the rentalcar. We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gruppenreise
Das Haus ist sehr schön. Es liegt versteckt und erlaubt einen schönen Blick auf das Meer. Die Einrichtung ist geschmackvoll. Die Gastgeber sind sehr nett auch wenn Sie ankündigen dass die Müllentsorgung gefilmt wird. Eine Anfrage von uns wurde umgehend geklärt. Das gefiel uns sehr. Das Dorf ist sehr unscheinbar bzw. einfach nicht schön. Auch das naheliegende Riposto hat wenig Charme. Der Blick auf den Ätna ist hinreißend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschöne Villa mit atemberaubender Aussicht
Die Unterkunft war großartig! Wir waren mit unserer gesamten Familie mit 11 Personen angereist und haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Die Küche war ausreichend ausgestattet, die Zimmer hatten alle einen tollen Ausblick, die Badezimmer völlig ausreichend! Alles in allem haben wir den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und können die Villa nur weiterempfehlen! Nächstes Mal gerne wieder hier!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niklas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a large group with great views of Etna
Checking in was effective with the host walking us through all the details of the house. The view was great with Etna in sight from the balcony. Everything in the house was as described with all AC in all rooms. The host was fast to respond to any questions or help with problem during our stay. We would recommend this hose to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022