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Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge

Villa near Mount Etna in Ragalna

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ragalna, Città metropolitana di Catania
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Catania Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ragalna

In Ragalna .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Mount Etna and 6 miles (10 km) of Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock with a stay here. Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sciara is within 6 miles (10 km) and Church of Carmine is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 9 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Via Etnea - 42 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Catania Cathedral - 43 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 43 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Catania Beach - 44 min drive - 19.4 miles

Getting around

  • Catania Bicocca Station - 30 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Condorelli - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪I Baroni - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Antico Safarà - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Vecchia Botte - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Nuova Quercia - ‬12 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.

Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge

The structure is located on the slopes of Etna and a few km from Catania, here you can enjoy the sea and the mountains in just a few hours. Each season offers the possibility of a different journey: Autumn on Nebrodi, snow on his "majesty" Etna, Spring among the remains of Roman amphitheaters and Norman castles and Summer with a dip in the Faraglioni among the places of the Verga ... to then return and enjoy the peace and tranquility that the small grove in the structure offers you. ...The Refuge of Aitna aims to offer an authentic experience of Sicilian hospitality, a refuge as it may have been for the nymph of Etna: Aitna. It is the ideal place for anyone who wants to get away from the frenetic pace and rediscover calm surrounded by the sciara, uncultivated land generated by old lava flows and dominated by Etna. The structure consists of a rustic kitchen, a living room that finds its fulcrum in a ventilated fireplace, bathroom, a bedroom with a window overlooking a small grove belonging to the structure and a mezzanine with two bedrooms, all furnished with colors and objects that evoke the Sicily of the past. To love Sicily you must understand the Sicilians, a mixed people who founded their roots on ancient classical cultures. And it is inspired by an ancient Greek sacred rite the "xenia" that I want to pay homage to our guests with baskets of fruit and typical sweets.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge to the airport?

This villa is 21.3 mi (40-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge to the beach?

This villa is 18.8 mi (57-min drive) from Spiaggia di Manganello and 19 mi (46-min drive) from Lungomare di Ognina. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge to downtown Ragalna?

This villa is 0.4 mi away from Ragalna.

Holiday home on the slopes of Etna ..The Aitna Refuge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay

Our family of 5 had a great stay here. Antonio met us at the property and showed us everything. We especially liked all the added extras they provided like fresh fruit, breakfast items and more. We used the place as a base to explore Etna, Taormina and Syracuse and found the outdoor area so comfortable and relaxing in the afternoon. We had everything we needed for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023