Baglio degli Speziali
A magnificent villa with spectacular gardens in east Sicily
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Baglio degli Speziali
Location
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Features
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Surroundings
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Ideal for
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Zafferana Etnea
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Exceptional Gardens
Tennis court
Jacuzzi and Sauna
Unique Style
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Acireale
Riviera dei Ciclopi
Catania
Mount Etna
Alcantara gorges
Taormina
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Culture Holidays
Relaxing Breaks
Families
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Sleeps
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6
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Bedrooms
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3
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Bathrooms
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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.
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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Amenities

present

on request

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* For adult use only
** Heat pumps in all bedrooms. Wood-burning heaters available for the living area. See extras for more details.
*** Daily
**** Once a week
***** A mid-week towels change is included; Weekly linen/towel changes and a cleaning service are included for multiple-week bookings
Distances
Transport Links |
Surrounding Area |
Catania airport |
35 km - 22 miles - 35 mins
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Comiso airport |
111 km - 69 miles - 1 hr 35
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Palermo airport |
262 km - 163 miles - 2 hr 55
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Trapani airport |
343 km - 213 miles - 3 hr 40
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Messina harbour |
82 km - 51 miles - 1 hr 15
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Nearest beach |
20 mins driving
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Supermarket |
5 mins driving
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Shops & restaurants |
5 mins driving
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Acireale centre |
9 km - 5 miles - 20 mins
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Riviera dei Ciclopi |
16 km - 10 miles - 30 mins
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Catania centre |
22 km - 14 miles - 40 mins
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Etna cable car |
25 km - 15 miles - 40 mins
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Alcantara gorges |
43 km - 27 miles - 40 mins
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Taormina centre |
45 km - 28 miles - 40 mins
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Siracusa & Ortigia centre |
87 km - 55 miles - 1 hr 10
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Prices & Availability
We have listed “prices per day” solely for your information
as our villas are rented on a per week basis only.
Especially during peak season.
We have listed “prices per person” solely for your information.
The price you pay is for the whole villa unless lower price
ranges for smaller groups are stated.
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We only accept payment in EUR. We have listed prices in GBP and USD
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2020 Prices
2021 Prices
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Sleeps: 6 Bedrooms: 3
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04 Jan - 01 May
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3800
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02 May - 19 Jun
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4400
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20 Jun - 10 Jul
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5000
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11 Jul - 28 Aug
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5900
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29 Aug - 25 Sep
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4900
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26 Sep - 30 Oct
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4400
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31 Oct - 01 Jan
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3800
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Refundable Security Deposit
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1000
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Prices include: taxes, water, gas, electricity, mid-week cleaning, mid-week towels change, bath towels, linen, pool or beach towels, welcome pack and our 24/7 local support during your stay at our property.
When electricity is consumed responsibly, for example lights
and/or AC are turned off when leaving the villa, the kWh
included in the rental price are typically enough to cover
customers electricity needs.
We are currently taking bookings for 2021.
If you book now for 2021, you can take advantage of our Price Freeze promotion, which means you can book your 2021 Sicily holiday villa at 2020 price. Please contact us for availability.
Booking
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Or call us from UK and from other countries on 0044 (0)20 3608 4505; from Italy on 0039 091 687 0639
Our business hours
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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Please fill this in and send it back to soloSicily to make your booking.
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Reviews from clients staying at
Baglio degli Speziali
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Mark R. - United Kingdom
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August 2019
Thank you so much. The pool was perfect!
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Marc K. - Austria
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August 2019
Ab Zeitpunkt der Anreise war der Kontakt stets super, auch via WhatsApp jederzeit sehr nett und zum richtigen Zeitpunkt. Übergabe des ersten Villa durch Katerina hat super geklappt. Auch die Umgebungsinformationen, etc waren wirklich super und hilfreich. Sehr schönes Haus mit traumhaftem Garten, tollem Aufenthaltshaus und einem schönen Tennisplatz.
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Simon F. - United Kingdom
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July 2019
What a great place! Wonderful gardens, great pool which was a life saver in the 37 degree heat and used for most of the day. A beautifully peaceful setting all together. We had a great family holiday reactivating form the hustle and bustle of the UK.
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