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Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea

Family-friendly stay near Mount Etna

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Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Milo, Sicily
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Giardini Naxos Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Catania Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Giarre

In Giarre .You'll find Mount Etna and Barone di Villagrande 1727 within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Adventure Park Etna and Etna Park Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Giardini Naxos Beach - 32 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 33 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 34 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Catania Beach - 37 min drive - 26.9 miles

Getting around

  • Giarre-Riposto Station - 20 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolceria Torrisi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hosteria Il Porcino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Antica Dolceria Dell'Etna - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barone di Villagrande - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪4 Archi - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea

Casa Rosa is a renovated farmhouse amidst a beautiful natural environment: 2 hectares of vineyards, cherry trees and a wooded valley ideal for your summer picnic. On one side you can admire the Mount Etna and on the other side the coast: a landscape of 150 km that stretches until Taormina, the coast of Calabria in the far north and the province of Syracuse in the south.

The ground floor has a living room with fireplace, sofa and dining table, kitchen, bathroom with toilet, bidet and shower, and a living room with double sofa-bed. In the attic there is a bedroom with large double bed, a terrace and a large bedroom with large double bed and two single beds. There is also a bathroom with toilet, bidet and shower. The garden is equipped with garden furniture including parasol and beach chairs, barbecue and various toys for children.

The fireplace also supplies the central heating, which makes Casa Rosa also suitable for a winter holiday.

Casa Rosa is an excellent base from which to explore eastern Sicily, Mount Etna and its surroundings. The village lies halfway between Catania and Taormina and just 15 kilometres from Acireale (a pretty little city, built on a plateau of lava, that is known for its Baroque churches). Giardini Naxos, a seaside resort with a sandy beach, is just 25 km from Casa Rosa (15 minutes with the highway).

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

Please note the price includes one set of linen and bathroom towels per person.
In the case of winter stays, the price includes an initial supply of wood for the fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Try to be on time for your check-in (which is usually set at 4 PM) and please send a text message to the keyholder in case of delay. Thank you!
In the case of winter stays, the price includes an initial supply of wood.
Please dispose of your garbage during your stay according to the municipality rules. Do not leave garbage and unwashed dishes at your check-out.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number IT087017C2Z4QEW5BC

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
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Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea to the airport?

This cottage is 29.2 mi (52-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea to the beach?

This cottage is 17.3 mi (33-min drive) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 6.6 mi (23-min drive) from Riposto Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea to downtown Giarre?

This cottage is 3.6 mi away from Giarre.

Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tobias L.

Review for stay from 19 June 2025 to 26 June 2025

Great house in a fantastic location
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely property in an excellent area will beautiful views. Everything catered for in the house and Ernesto the property manager was fantastic and so helpful. The only downside was the 'road' access and the slight isolation of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sean A.

Review for stay from 11 August 2025 to 18 August 2025

Really lovely property in an excellent area will beautiful views. Everything catered for in the house and Ernesto the property manager was fantastic and so helpful. The only downside was the 'road' access and the slight isolation of the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away

Fab location, lots to see and beautiful area to visit. Place was great and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Review for stay from 14 August 2024 to 21 August 2024

Fab location, lots to see and beautiful area to visit. Place was great and we had a wonderful time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjolein d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoying the view

Loved the place. The view is amazing. The surroundings are very peaceful and quiet. There are enough nice places to visit relatively nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Review for stay from 18 July 2025 to 21 July 2025

Ernesto’s place was super peaceful, the surroundings were beautiful with a great view to mount Etna and also the coastline. When we arrived we received wine from their winery, fresh local fruits and different cheese for our first meal. Ernesto was very attentive and showed us his place with clear pride and gave us advice where to go to and what to do. Seeing a full grown mountain smoke is a special sight to behold.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

Review for stay from 29 August 2018 to 08 September 2018

Great house with beautiful views! Nice place to relax and to explore the east Coast!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Svenja G.

Review for stay from 28 December 2021 to 05 January 2022

Beautiful place with a wonderful view . Relaxing and calming.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Serge G.

Review for stay from 12 August 2022 to 25 August 2022

Le calme et la vue
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michał L.

Review for stay from 29 October 2022 to 07 November 2022

Fantastic place with a very challanging access road - but as a reward, beautiful panorama of Etna and Giarre. Ernesto, which is the place owner greeted us with local food and warm hospitality. Strony recommend for family stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Review for stay from 16 March 2022 to 23 March 2022

Cozy old house, nice garden, comfy bedrooms. Ernesto, the owner/caretaker was super-nice and helpful. Recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gea H.

Review for stay from 30 April 2023 to 08 May 2023

The house is cosy and clean with a beautiful garden en view! Ernesto is such a kind man, gave us a very warm welcome and took time to tell us everything about the house en the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The location was idyllic and the view stunning! Ernesto greeted us with olive oil, grapes from his vineyard, cheese, meats, bread, olives water and his delicious wine from his private stock. What a lovely eay to be introduced to the Etna area. Ernesto was very responsive to all our requests -a gracious host! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Friederike U.

Review for stay from 23 April 2018 to 04 May 2018

It is such a wonderfull spot with a great sorrounding, away of the narrow villages. We were welcomed very warm by the amiable Ernesto with some outstanding good cheese and hints for the house and the area. In the spacious house you find everything you need to feel comfortable. One shouldn´t come along with a Cadillac - car, verry verry narrow winding roads. We would love to come amnother time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andre N.

Review for stay from 25 August 2018 to 28 August 2018

Pics don’t do the place justice. Incredible views of both the sea and Mr Etna and comes equipped with everything you need. We enjoyed celebrating a birthday lunch by grilling fresh fish and local meats on the outdoor grill. Mt etna was active and we even enjoyed a nighttime lava show which special. Indeed the tiny stretch of road to access the place is v narrow even for a fiat 500 but Ernesto kindly guides you there (you would not be able to find it on your own otherwise). Ernesto accommodated a late check in and was very friendly and responsive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and could not recommend this enough to those looking for a great home base near Catania and Taormina!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Review for stay from 16 April 2019 to 23 April 2019

We had a wonderful stay at the Pink Retreat. Ernesto welcomed us with fresh cheese and fruit and a bottle of wine, which was great after a late arrival... The kitchen is generously equipped and everything was working fine. The garden is lovely and the view stunning. The house is very charming and the kids loved it, too. Yes, the road to the house is bumpy and narrow, but that should not pose a problem to anyone with average driving skills and an average car. It is a remote place and getting to it requires a little effort, which is fair enough. We would not hesitate to book the place again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justine P.

Review for stay from 08 October 2020 to 22 October 2020

We had an absolutely amazing time at Casa Rosa. If you are looking to unplug and be amongst nature and silence, this is the place to be. The house itself is beautifully restored, it looks just like the photos. It is equipped with everything you could possible need. We loved the yard and surrounding area of vineyard and fruit trees. Every morning waking up and watching the sunrise over the sea was bliss, a sight we will never forget. This was a perfect stay for us and our 2 young children, lots of room inside and out. The hosts Ernesto and Maria very kind and warm. They were quick to respond to any questions and even stocked the kitchen for our arrival. I cannot say enough about this unique accommodation- we hope to return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frederic P.

Review for stay from 18 June 2018 to 24 June 2018

We had a lovely week at the pink retreat. The host/key keeper Ernesto is very friendly and takes great care to show you everything you need to know about it. The view from the lawn is stunning, and the surrounding area gives you a very calm and positive feeling. Big plus: During our stay the cherries were waiting to be picked and we were told to take as many as we would like (which we did - delicious!). Since it was a bit rainy during our stay, we used the fireplace and cozied up inside instead of outside. The kitchen (and house in general) is well equipped, we did not miss any day-to-day household items. Be prepared, the drive to the house gets a bit adventurous on the last 300 meters, smaller cars are actually an advantage here. But under no conditions was it dangerous to drive there.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dani A.

Review for stay from 09 June 2022 to 16 June 2022

The photos don't do it justice, this place is INCREDIBLE. The views are totally out of this world - Mount Etna on one side, and you look out over what feels like the whole of Sicily on the other. I watched the sun rise one morning and couldn't believe my eyes. Truly stunning. Ernesto is the sweetest man, he left us fresh bread, local cheeses, fruit, his own olive oil (the best we tasted), beer, his own white wine (delicious) and lots of goodies for when we arrives which was so kind. He so showed us the cherry trees in the orchard and said we could help ourselves which was a particular highlight for the kids. Before we went I told him my son really wanted to come to Italy and pick lemons, he'd harvested his lemon trees before our trip but saved some on one tree for my children, they were over the moon and I was so touched. The house is incredibly well kitted out, had everything we needed and totally beautiful, I felt like I was in a movie the whole time. Don't hesitate to book this place, we had the trip of a lifetime and made such special memories in this house. Thank you Ernesto for everything you did for us.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

susana S.

The perfect italian experience!!

We are a family of 4, with a 5 and a 9 years old. We were looking for a place with plenty of space for the kids to play and run freely without bothering anyone, a place with a view and a place where we could just relax listening to just the sounds of nature. Ernesto's house had all that and more! It was just perfect! And beautiful since we got there in time to see all the cherry trees in full bloom. The house itself is very comfortable and my husband enjoyed very much getting in touch with his inner manhood via lightening the fire every night, thought the house was warm enough without it. We made barbecues and breakfasted looking at the sea.There is wi-fi, so the kids were also entertained in between our trips around the east side of Sicily (the west coast is too far away for day trips) and after exploring the different paths that run around the house itself. Mount Etna was practically just behind us and Ernesto gave us some tips to save up on expensive pre-arranged tours up there. He also provided a feast of locally produced tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, olives and wine on our first day, which was just great. We couldn't recommend the place enough. It truly is an Italian experience, far from other tourists and boring hotels with overcrowed pools. Even the (very) bumpy and narrow road that takes you to the house was quite an experience - just don't hire a big car!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

robin l.

A wonderful house in a wonderful location

For us the house lived up to all the other 5 star reviews. In winter, when the clouds lift to reveal it, the summit of Etna looming behind the house is an imposing sight whilst the Ionian sea in front of the house is constantly changing colour as the light shifts. The house has been renovated to the highest standard. It has lovely artisan terracotta tiles and cherry wood beams and floors. All the furniture and fittings have been chosen and fitted with great skill and care. Everything is totally in keeping with a Sicilian farmhouse. The only sounds floating up from the plain below the house are those of church bells from the nearest villages. Nearer to the house, dogs, cockerels and the tinkling of sheep bells; lovely country sounds against a back drop of peace and tranquility. Tending the fire in winter is something of a hobby. In winter you can be nice and warm in front of the fire but the heating only takes the chill off the rest of the house. As long as you're prepared to wear a few layers it's fine. The welcome from Ernesto was as others have described. He is extremely helpful and nice. The fire was lit to welcome us when we arrived, along with wine, olive oil and other essentials. Nervous drivers should note that the road to the house is narrow and made of rough stones. If you're heading to destinations along the coast use the A18 toll road to go North / south and then drop down to your destination. Much of the coast road is busy and built up and driving along it is slow and stressful. Any one who who enjoys peace, beautiful surroundings and views will love this house. It is also very well placed for getting to see the Etna national park and the coast. The two nearest settlements Zafferana and Milo are both charming places and Zafferna has very good supermarkets. Robin and Teresa Lipsey (visited Dec/ Jan 2015/16.)
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2015
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Iris G.

Review for stay from 27 December 2025 to 03 January 2026

Wij hebben een fantastische verblijf gehad. De weg naar het verblijf was in het begin even slikken, maar het went snel. Lekker wakker worden met een bakje koffie in de tuin met amazing view
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bettina W.

Review for stay from 12 February 2026 to 18 February 2026

Für uns hat diese naturnahe Unterkunft sehr gut gepasst! Wir haben uns sofort wohlgefühlt. Die Aussicht ist atemberaubend, die Zimmer sind liebevoll ausgestattet und die Küche lädt sofort zum kochen und Wohlfühlen ein. Zur Begrüßung gab es einen ganzen Tisch voller Lebensmittel aus der Region, so appetitlich zusammengestellt. Das Wetter war jetzt im Februar teilweise herausfordernd und warme Kleidung war auch im Haus angebracht :)) Das Feuer hat immer eine gemütliche Atmosphäre bereitet und der Platz vor dem Kamin war sehr begehrt! Ernesto hat uns mit allen Informationen versorgt und sich um alles gekümmert. Vielen Danke für alles!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaretha N.

Review for stay from 10 May 2025 to 17 May 2025

Het is absoluut een geweldige locatie om te verblijven: pracht uitzicht, heerlijk rustig, je kunt er prachtig wandelen, zit op een steenworp van een aantal dorpen/steden. De host is zeer gastvrij: ondanks dat we enorme vertraging hadden en dus erg laat waren nam de host alle tijd om ons het huis te laten zien en informatie te geven over de omgeving. Ook gedurende het verblijf was de host aanspreekbaar en bereikbaar, heel plezierig. Het huis voorziet in wat je nodig hebt en ligt midden in een wijn/boomgaard waar je ook heerlijk in kunt wandelen.