On the beach.At this Riposto vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ionian Sea and 6 miles (10 km) of Torre Archirafi Beach. Timpa Natural Reserve and Riposto Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles
Mount Etna - 19 min drive - 11.1 miles
Getting around
Carruba Station - 9 min drive
Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Bar Il Nuovo Portico - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
La Conchiglia - 8 min drive
Donna Carmela - 4 min drive
La Briciola - 8 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.
sea view house with Etna behind
Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with free WiFi
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
1 guestroom or unit
Beach lounge chairs
Self-service laundry
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 2,045 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
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
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. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
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
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is sea view house with Etna behind to the airport?
This vacation home is 28.6 mi (47-min drive) away from the Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does sea view house with Etna behind have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is sea view house with Etna behind to the beach?
This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does sea view house with Etna behind offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at sea view house with Etna behind?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at sea view house with Etna behind?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at sea view house with Etna behind?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does sea view house with Etna behind have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does sea view house with Etna behind have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is sea view house with Etna behind to downtown Riposto?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Praiola.
sea view house with Etna behind Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Christina P.
May 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhaft!
Diese Unterkunft hält was sie verspricht. Wir hatten einen wundervollen Urlaub und haben die Zeit in Praiola sehr genossen.
Bis auf ein paar organisatorische Schwierigkeiten verlief der Aufenthalt reibungslos und wir kommen gerne wieder. :)
Christina P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie C.
Jul 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
perfekte Ferien in wundervoller Unterkunft
Das Haus ist wunderbar, nur ein paar Minuten zum Strand, ein traumhafter, riesiger Garten, kompletter Meerblick, geschmackvoll, sauber, tolle Gastgeber. Vorne das Meer, hinten der Etna...letzteres war allerdings etwas wild in diesem Sommer, aber wir verbuchen das als Supererlebnis. Wir wurden von Andrea gut eingeführt, waren beim Fischmarkt und bei anderen der Tipps. Alles ist gut ausgestattet. Die Küche und alle anderen Zimmer sehr großzügig. Zehn Minuten zum Supermarkt, wo man alles kriegt, im Ort nebenan ein paar kleinere Läden. Nur zu beachten: Ohne Auto ist man verloren (fussläufig gibt es "nur" Strand und Strandkiosk), aber dafür ist man wirklich mal weg...(und der Mülltransport nervt etwas, aber das ist wohl ein lokales Problem).
Man ist überall schnell vor Ort, in Taormina, Zyklopenküste, Catania, wir haben noch nicht zu Ende geschaut und kommen gerne wieder! Danke, Familie Normanno!
Stephanie C.
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
dirk j.
Jun 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible hideaway on the cliff
The house over the beach of Praiola is a traditional refurbished stone house on 2 floors. Typical italian kitchen, spacious with lovely shady terraces with a spectacular view on mount Etna. Surrounded by mediterranean flora i enjoyed my early morning espresso there on the west side.
The east side of the house offers a stony terrace right over the sea and view to Taormina to the north. Upstairs is the imperial sized bedroom under the roof, with own terrace overlooking the Ionian sea and Calabria far away in the mist. The owners, a typical sicilian family, take care of the huge property with citrus fruites, olives, mandarine trees and much more. And even on Sundays or on schools end it was always a quiet place. Perfect for getting restored by gentle blowing winds and lovely swims in the mediterranean. You will need a car but shopping infrastructure, restaurants and cultural sites are all in 30 minutes distance. The tiny street from the main street is not easy to find even you use a navigation system.
I should write how horrible the place is just to prevent people to avoid this place and nobody else should come but i don’t want to be selfish and visiting guests are the guarantee to maintain the house and the whole property. Praiola is tiny, only a few houses on the beach but no restaurants, bars or shops to attract people to come. Praiola and specifically this house is therefore a perfect retreat. We recommend this house to people looking for a hideaway, in the middle of a mediterranean garden with Etna on your back and the ionian sea on your front.
Andrea and his family are happy to be hosts and they trust in you and would fulfill all of your desires. They are ideal hosts!
I will definitely come back and hope i can stay for a couple of weeks one day!