Baglio degli Speziali

A magnificent villa with spectacular gardens in east Sicily

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Baglio degli Speziali

Location	Features	Surroundings	Ideal for
Zafferana Etnea	Exceptional Gardens Tennis court Jacuzzi and Sauna Unique Style	Acireale Riviera dei Ciclopi Catania Mount Etna Alcantara gorges Taormina	Culture Holidays Relaxing Breaks Families
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

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Overview

A beautiful villa with truly exceptional outdoor space, tennis court, swimming pool, spa area, meticulously chosen interiors and an unforgettable style. Baglio degli Speziali is uniquely designed, divided into two areas, offering every level of comfort for guests wanting a relaxing break in Sicily.

Property

With wonderful outdoor space and exquisite pieces of historical furniture found throughout, Baglio degli Speziali is a unique property that could be the dream location for your holiday in Sicily.

Outside: Baglio degli Speziali has so much outdoor space that you will be able to explore to you heart's content. With lush gardens, soaring palm trees, shady spots and a delightful pool, you can really enjoy some outdoor living here in Sicily. A lovely outdoor dining area is surrounded by flowers and trees. Nearby you will find a remarkable barbecue, created in the form of a traditional Sicilian well, with an outdoor kitchen area next to it. The pool is surrounded with palms, abundant vegetation and has a shady gazebo and several sunloungers. Between the fabulous living area and the bedrooms is a shady spot with a hammock and seating area. Sport lovers will enjoy the villa's private tennis court, whilst table tennis and table football will keep your guests' competitive spirit strong for the whole week!

Inside: Baglio degli Speziali is made of two separate areas. An incredible converted conservatory is the main living area. With floor to ceiling windows, this open plan living area is truly magnificent; it is unlike anywhere you have visited before, with the incredible sensation of being completely immersed in nature. Furnished with the utmost attention to detail, the living area is a stylish statement that creates an unforgettable environment for you and your guests. There's a lovely dining table, comfy sofas with a TV, games consoles and DVD player, carom billiard and poker table and a traditional wood burning stove, all set in an unforgettable stylish and bright atmosphere. The whole property's principal kitchen is beautiful and has all you need to cook delicious Sicilian feasts. A guest bathroom is also found in this area. Walk straight from the living area and you will reach the spa - complete with sauna and jacuzzi - which is perfect for relaxation.

The three bedrooms are in a separate building, close to the swimming pool. The building is split into two levels. The first, accessible from the outdoor seating area near the spa, contains the beautiful master bedroom, with a stunning freestanding bathtub in the room. Along the corridor is a second bedroom and a large shared bathroom with a shower. The lower level - reached either by a remarkable staircase, or from the pool area - has a reading room that is perfect for relaxing in the cool, a large bathroom with a shower and a delightful double bedroom with characteristic wooden ceilings and open stonework walls. There is also a small, charmingly decorated kitchen that is ideal for making tea and coffee.

Area

Local Sights

With its excellent position on the slopes of Mount Etna, Baglio degli Speziali is perfectly placed to explore east Sicily. Zafferana Etnea is a charming town, closest to the villa, that has you could need for essentials during your holiday.

For a larger selection of shops and restaurants, as well as a lively atmosphere, authentic street markets and great architecture, head to Catania. As Sicily's second city, Catania is a wonderful place to sample a taste of Sicilian city life.

Chic Taormina is not too far from the villa. With beautiful beaches, such as Isola Bella, the wonderful Greek-Roman theatre and an atmospheric town centre, Taormina has been a hit with visitors for centuries. It is a truly great destination for a day trip.

The Riviera dei Ciclopi is another good place to visit, with its exceptional marine nature reserve and unusual islands just off the coast of the mainland. Stop off at Acireale and visit the cathedral too - it's beautiful!

If the wild is more your thing then visit Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorge. Both offer fantastic opportunities to see Sicilian nature at its best. As Europe's highest and most active volcano, Etna should not be missed, whilst the Alcantara Gorge offers a beautiful scenery, clear water and fantastic views.


Local Experiences

You can make your holiday in Sicily even more memorable with some fun local experiences!

Discover Mount Etna with one of our many Etna experiences. Enjoy a jeep tour to the summit, take part in a vintage Fiat 500 tour or visit some of the many wineries found on the slopes.

For film-lovers, why not book a Godfather tour, where you can visit some of the locations that were made famous due to this iconic film trilogy. You'll stop off in pretty towns and villages and will get to take in the area's beautiful natural scenery.

If you want to get to know Sicily from the coast, then we also offer boat excursions and trips, during which you will be able to swim in crystal clear water in beautiful bays along thecoast. There is also the opportunity to organise some fun water sports for anyone who loves a bit of adrenaline!

You can also enjoy Sicily's delicious food in the comfort of your villa with the Book a Cook service. A skilled cook will come to the villa and prepare a delicious meal for you. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the food! Another option, to really get to know Sicily's gastronomic culture, is to take part in a market tour in Catania, where you can try the traditional street foods and see the vibrant markets.

Extras

In 2019 the pool is open to guests from 4th May to 26th October.

In 2020 the pool is open to guests from 2nd May to 24th October.

There are four wood-burning heaters in the living area which can be used at an extra cost. Please ask for more details.

The villa's caretaker lives on the property and is available to help you in case of any problems. He is very discreet and will not disturb you and your guests.

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UK time

8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Saturday

IT & DE time

9:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday - 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Saturday

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