Villa with Private Pool & Stunning Views on the Coast & Etna - 22 Sleeps!
Villa in Sicily
22 guests · 10 bedrooms · 8 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this villa rental
Immense three floors villa with different indoor styles to satisfy any taste. Exceptionally bright livings combine effortlessly with amazing outdoor spaces such as two stunningly panoramic terraces, a nice shady garden from where to enjoy a splendid view of the volcano Etna and a stylish palette-shaped pool, ideal for adults as much as for children, and open all year round.
If you are travelling with a big group search no further. The villa can comfortably host up to 22 people while ensuring everyone's privacy and everywhere WiFi.
Villa del Cavaliere Grillo is located just outside the village of Trecastagni, a cute village 15 km from Catania and 10 km from the coast of Acireale). The villa is at the end of a dead end street where you can safely park your cars.
The ground floor of the villa consists of two apartments connected together by a huge living room that leads to the pool.
Both apartments have each three bedrooms, a living room with access to the pool, two bathrooms and very well-equipped kitchens with dishwasher meant for the primary cooking (the villa has other 2 more kitchens).
On this floor there is also a 5th bathroom.
You can access the first floor from either an internal staircase or an external one.
It will open in front of your eyes like a huge cosy space with several wooden features, a fireplace and access to a poolroom and to the panoramic terrace that continue all around the villa.
On this floor you also find 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a basic kitchen with access to the terrace.
On the second and last floor you’ll have an open kitchen with access to a second terrace, two double bedrooms (one with an additional single bed), two bathrooms and a comfortable living room.
In Villa del Cavaliere Grillo you will have plenty of space to relax and eat together inside and outside. For your entertainment there is a pool table, a table tennis, an elastic band trampoline and a basketball hoop.
The village of Trecastagni, perched on the south-eastern flanks of fascinating Mount Etna, is a perfect gateway for exploring not only the looming volcano but also its many interesting towns and villages. There are a great number of excellent walks in the area and many very good restaurants. Coming down from the mountain there are many visits to be made: Taormina, Catania, the Alcantara Gorge and, slightly further afield, Siracusa. Nearby: visit Acireale and the fisherman's villages Santa Maria La Scala and Aci Trezza (10 km) both have pebbled beaches and a small port with vividly painted boats and good restaurants. In summer the villages become a seaside destination for the islanders who enjoy diving off the wooden platforms into the cool Mediterranean waters.
N.B. We advise all our guests to rent a car for their stay in Sicily.
The private pool is open all year round. The longest part of the pool is 18 m, while the largest part is 8 m. The smaller side of the pool is 80 cm deep therefore it is perfect for children. The rest of the pool goes from 1.20 m to 1.80 m deep.
The following might be to be paid extra: Dinner.
If you are travelling with a big group search no further. The villa can comfortably host up to 22 people while ensuring everyone's privacy and everywhere WiFi.
Villa del Cavaliere Grillo is located just outside the village of Trecastagni, a cute village 15 km from Catania and 10 km from the coast of Acireale). The villa is at the end of a dead end street where you can safely park your cars.
The ground floor of the villa consists of two apartments connected together by a huge living room that leads to the pool.
Both apartments have each three bedrooms, a living room with access to the pool, two bathrooms and very well-equipped kitchens with dishwasher meant for the primary cooking (the villa has other 2 more kitchens).
On this floor there is also a 5th bathroom.
You can access the first floor from either an internal staircase or an external one.
It will open in front of your eyes like a huge cosy space with several wooden features, a fireplace and access to a poolroom and to the panoramic terrace that continue all around the villa.
On this floor you also find 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and a basic kitchen with access to the terrace.
On the second and last floor you’ll have an open kitchen with access to a second terrace, two double bedrooms (one with an additional single bed), two bathrooms and a comfortable living room.
In Villa del Cavaliere Grillo you will have plenty of space to relax and eat together inside and outside. For your entertainment there is a pool table, a table tennis, an elastic band trampoline and a basketball hoop.
The village of Trecastagni, perched on the south-eastern flanks of fascinating Mount Etna, is a perfect gateway for exploring not only the looming volcano but also its many interesting towns and villages. There are a great number of excellent walks in the area and many very good restaurants. Coming down from the mountain there are many visits to be made: Taormina, Catania, the Alcantara Gorge and, slightly further afield, Siracusa. Nearby: visit Acireale and the fisherman's villages Santa Maria La Scala and Aci Trezza (10 km) both have pebbled beaches and a small port with vividly painted boats and good restaurants. In summer the villages become a seaside destination for the islanders who enjoy diving off the wooden platforms into the cool Mediterranean waters.
N.B. We advise all our guests to rent a car for their stay in Sicily.
The private pool is open all year round. The longest part of the pool is 18 m, while the largest part is 8 m. The smaller side of the pool is 80 cm deep therefore it is perfect for children. The rest of the pool goes from 1.20 m to 1.80 m deep.
The following might be to be paid extra: Dinner.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Sicily
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Reviews
10.0
We had an excellent experience at Villa Del Cavaliere Grillo. This home is charming, large and accommodating. It easily accommodated 19 of us comfortably as well as served as a perfect idyllic location for a beautiful reunion with our father’s extended family.
The owners were lovely and responsive. We would absolutely rent this location again in the future.
Our deep thanks to the owners for this accommodation.
10.0
This House gave us the most perfect way to celebrate all 17 of us, ranging from 72 years old to 8 years old. The house was comfortable and clean the yard was magnificent. The pool, the swing, the grass yard to play soccer on, the basketball, court and ping pong table, entertained the children every day. We enjoyed Andre and his wife who cooked us two of the most delicious dinners also. The grandchildren tell us this house was the best part of their vacation. We all loved this beautiful home away from home. Thank you!
10.0
We stayed at the end of May with family ranging from children, teens, parents and grandparents and all really loved this Villa. The house is lovely and pool is large and clean with stunning views. The teens enjoyed the table tennis, pool table and basket ball court. Near to a nice village with some good restaurants. Guilia and Enzo were really helpful and friendly hosts. We all really enjoyed it and would recommend it.
10.0
We stayed at the end of May with family ranging from children, teens, parents and grandparents and all really loved this Villa. The house is lovely and pool is large and clean with stunning views. The teens enjoyed the table tennis, pool table and basket ball court.
Near to a nice village with some good restaurants. Guilia and Enzo were really helpful and friendly hosts. We all really enjoyed it and would recommend it.
10.0
The villa was excellent, just as described and pictured, for our December trip with a group of 15, ranging in age from 9 to 80, with lost of space to either congregate or to find privacy. -The host/owner met and oriented us to the workings and history of his house. He and his wife provided an excellent buffet dinner on our first night, with plenty of delicious food left over. -The walk into town takes somewhat more than 10 minutes, and is gradually uphill all the way which did not deter the younger folk. -With a car there is easy access to Etna, Catania, Taormina and Syracuse, closer attractions, groceries and restaurants. -A minor disappointment, told to us in advance: the swimming pool was not working. The younger folk, determined to swim, were able to get a dip in the Mediterranean. A minor seasonal (?) annoyance was intermittent smoke from a nearby pit of smoldering bush and tree trimmings. -Overall, a great place to stay with a group - highly recommended!
10.0
The villa is superbly situated within easy walking distance of the lovely little town, with its bars, trattorias and food shops. The villa is very spacious, delightfully furnished, and ideal for a large group (there were 13 of us). It felt like a much-loved real home, not just a holiday house. It has magnificent views down towards the coast and up towards Mt. Etna. The gardens are secure and well-maintained, with plenty of shade from mature trees. The pool is large and clean, and ideal for a good swim each day. The owner, Andrea, was welcoming and charming, and he and his lovely wife provided us with two excellent meals of typical Sicilian food. We all felt very relaxed, and would love to return.
10.0
The villa is superbly situated within easy walking distance of the lovely little town, with its bars, trattorias and food shops. The villa is very spacious, delightfully furnished, and ideal for a large group (there were 13 of us). It felt like a much-loved real home, not just a holiday house. It has magnificent views down towards the coast and up towards Mt. Etna. The gardens are secure and well-maintained, with plenty of shade from mature trees. The pool is large and clean, and ideal for a good swim each day. The owner, Andrea, was welcoming and charming, and he and his lovely wife provided us with two excellent meals of typical Sicilian food. We all felt very relaxed, and would love to return.
8.0
the house is great, truly great with lots of space and a gorgeous pool. with 3 kitchens, i could cook for my group with ease. my only objection is that it was so hot and with no screens on the windows, we could not open anything without mosquitoes eating us alive, so i would recommend screens so we could open windows safely. otherwise, a great house and a great place.
8.0
the house is great, truly great with lots of space and a gorgeous pool. with 3 kitchens, i could cook for my group with ease.
my only objection is that it was so hot and with no screens on the windows, we could not open anything without mosquitoes eating us alive, so i would recommend screens so we could open windows safely.
otherwise, a great house and a great place.
10.0
Eighteen of us enjoyed 10 days in this lovely, welcoming home. Ages ranged from 6 months to 82 years and we loved the way the home can be segmented into mini-apartments for sleeping babies and adults needing quiet time. At the same time the two large apartments on the lower level are roomy enough for all 18 to visit or enjoy a meal together.
The pool was a big hit with the children. At one end is a shallow niche for younger kids and older kid have lots of room to swim and play. There is comfortable seating for the adults around the pool in either shade or sun.
Because our family includes a number of avid soccer players we were thrilled to find lots of room in the yard for futball as well as a basketball court. Balls as well as toys for the smaller children were provided. This is a very child friendly home and even included a crib for the baby.
Adults have many comfortable spaces to visit in either large or small groups.
We enjoyed the location. On the square in Trecastagni is an inviting fruit and vegetable market and also a “bar” serving delicious varieties of gelato. We found several restaurants for eating in or take out and also enjoyed a dinner prepared by the host and his wife.
From this location we were able to enjoy day trips to Taormina, Enna, Siracusa, Catania, and Agrigento. I am happy to recommend this home to others. The host is pleasant to deal with and the accommodations comfortable as well as beautiful.
8.0
La maison est immense ce qui est bien agréable quand on est nombreux. La salle de billard est un vrai plus qui mériterait bandes et tapis neufs.
10.0
A very nice house with a big pool. We stayed for one week - a big group with kids. Easy communication with the host and what you see in the reviews and pictures is what you get. Would love to come back:)
8.0
We enjoyed our stay. The villa was very roomy for 20 of us. The yard is beautiful with the pool and nice views.
10.0
My family of 17 ppl stayed here for a week and it was the best location, views and setting for us all to reunite with plenty of space and appartments that could be sectioned off or open - a huge pool area to enjoy! The hosts did an amazing job in meeting us for check in and had great communication ensuring our stay was comfortable. The town with shops and restaurants were only a short walk away making it very easy to get around - highly recommend staying here and with a car you can drive around to all the tourist spots very easily.
10.0
We had such a lovely stay in this Villa. Communication was perfect and very friendly, and the house is very spacious. The pool area and the view from it was the highlight. I can recommend this Villa to be taken for a larger group. You have your own space, but can always come together in the community areas like the pool. Had an awesome 30th birthday there.
10.0
A great place for large parties. Lovely pool with views of Etna and the sea. Car hire was worth doing particularly if you want to swim in sea and for some of my less mobile friends getting to restaurants.
10.0
Family & Friends!
We Rented the Villa for One week and enjoyed every second, what a great house to chill out, cool italian food, socialize and start from when exploring the great Island of Scicily!
10.0
Review for stay from 02 July 2022 to 09 July 2022
We were 22 people and this house have great space both in- and outside. Pitty that it does not have a big kitchen, now it is four small. The two bedrooms on the top floor is rather warm. Only one bedroom has aircondition the rest have good fans. It is great with so many bathrooms The pool is great and the view is fantastic !
10.0
Great house for many people (22)
We were 22 people and this house have great space both in- and outside. Pitty that it does not have a big kitchen, now it is four small. The two bedrooms on the top floor is rather warm.
Only one bedroom has aircondition the rest have good fans. It is great with so many bathrooms
The pool is great and the view is fantastic !
8.0
Review for stay from 14 May 2022 to 21 May 2022
We were in a group of 15 friends. All of us were very enthousiastic about the villa: the space in the house and around the house; the well maintained garden with the nice swimmingpool and of coarse the marvellous view!
10.0
Review for stay from 09 April 2022 to 16 April 2022
Andréa nous a permis de passer un séjour inoubliable, pour toute notre grande famille. Il est à l'écoute, répond à chaque question pratique rapidement, nous trouve des solutions aux petits problèmes qui peuvent se présenter. La villa est grande, spacieuse, pratique, sur 3 niveaux, permettant à chacun d'avoir son indépendance puis à toute la famille de se retrouver dans les pièces de vie. L'emplacement et la vue sont superbes, le jardin magnifique avec sa grande piscine. Il y a un terrain de sport, pratique pour les ados. Cette villa est un pied à terre parfait pour rayonner dans l'est de la sicile, y compris jusqu'à Agrigente. L'Etna en arrière de la villa amène une ambiance singulière. A noter enfin qu'Andréa et sa femme sont de vrais cordons bleus, et nous ont cuisinés 2 menus typiquement siciliens exquis. Nous recommandons chaudement cette villa
10.0
Review for stay from 11 February 2022 to 16 February 2022
We had an amazing time at the villa. It was so spacious and had amazing entertaining areas. The garden and outdoor area was also much larger than expected! Andrea was very friendly and gave us a helpful tour of the villa during checkin. Would definitely come back again in the summer to make use of the pool!
10.0
Wonderful stay
We had an amazing time at the villa. It was so spacious and had amazing entertaining areas. The garden and outdoor area was also much larger than expected!
Andrea was very friendly and gave us a helpful tour of the villa during checkin.
Would definitely come back again in the summer to make use of the pool!
10.0
Review for stay from 09 September 2021 to 14 September 2021
The super-villa! An incredible place; beautiful views over Etna and the ocean, stunning pool and gardens and endless space to entertain and relax inside. Hard recommend.
10.0
Review for stay from 23 December 2018 to 30 December 2018
Schöne Villa mit wahnsinnig viel Platz und tollen Möglichkeiten zum Zeitvertreib. Wir hatten in der Villa einen wunderbaren Weihnachtsurlaub mit der ganzen Familie. Es gibt unfassbar viel Platz. Garten, Pool und Haus sind sehr schön und bieten vielfältige Möglichkeiten zum Entspannen am Kaminfeuer, Yoga auf dem Rasen, Basketball, Tischtennis und Billiard. Das Haus ist stabil und sicher gebaut, Erdbeben der Stärke 4,9 hat gerade mal ein Bild von der Wand geholt. Der Ausblick vom Garten über die Insel und auf den Ätna ist absolut einmalig. Die Küchen sind super ausgestattet, kochen für 15 Personen in 2 Küchen hat wunderbar geklappt. Die Schlafzimmer sind gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet. Die Bäder könnten eine Renovierung vertragen, waren aber völlig ausreichend. Die Kommunikation mit den Gastgebern lief absolut super. Andrea war felxibel und für uns da, hat sich um alles gekümmert und immer sofort geantwortet. Check-in Alles in allem ein absolut gelungener Aufenthalt, gerne wieder.
10.0
Review for stay from 01 September 2018 to 08 September 2018
We came to stay for a work away week with a group of 14 adults. There was plenty of space and lots of bedrooms so never felt cramped. A highlight was the view and outdoor space. There is an amazing view from the terraces and pool looking out. The kitchens and living space had all of the amenities needed for the stay with well stocked kitchens in terms of utensils. The wifi connection was good across the ground floor too. It was a quick walk into the town with local restaurants and lots of supermarkets an easy drive away. Check in was very easy and Enzo was a great help over our trip with any questions. Would definitely recommend staying.
10.0
Review for stay from 28 October 2018 to 04 November 2018
Das Haus hat eine tolle Lage mit Blick aufs Meer und den Ätna. Es eignet sich aufgrund der Größe und Bauart perfekt für große Gruppen. Das WiFi ist perfekt. Der Erhaltungszustand ist „sizilianisch“. Vor allem könnten die Bäder etwas Aufmerksamkeit vertragen. Kommunikation und Freundlichkeit was top.
10.0
Review for stay from 14 September 2019 to 21 September 2019
This is a absolute top possibility for a great visit to Sicilia! The house is huge. Have all possible equipment. You don't have to bring more than a pair of trouses. Everything is clean and function without any problem. I have stayed in the villa for one week surrounde of al my offspring. Twenty small and bigger persons. We used one of the big living rooms on the ground floor for breakfast and dinner, when not eating out. The terrace had more than sufficient furniture and was headed towards east anx the rising sun over the mare ionica. We ate the breakfast outside in flodding sunlight. Noone had any feeling of claustrfobia. When my relatives entered the different sleeping rooms or bathroom I feeled as being alone due to the big volume of the house. We had a greate dinner cooked by our host Andrea and his wife without any work for us. I can strongly recomment everyone a stay in this fantastic house, enviroment and all kind of activity connected with it. Mvh Thore Solum
10.0
Review for stay from 08 September 2018 to 15 September 2018
Wij waren met een groep wielrenners en huurden voor het 25e jaar een huis, maar dit was een van de mooiste en meest aangename. Hoewel we met met maximale aantal personen waren was er meer dan genoeg ruimte. Het huis is zeer groot, maar voelt erg aangenaam. Ook de tuin en het zwembad zijn geweldig. Zoals op de foto's is het huis en het zwembad ook in het echt. Eigenlijk overtrof het huis onze verwachtingen. Voor meerdere gezinnen van een grote familie is het huis bij uitstek geschikt. Er zijn meerdere (zeer grote) huiskamers en keukens en veel badkamers. Dit is ook meteen het enige minpuntje voor een groep zoals wij: er is niet één hele grote keuken om voor de hele groep te koken. Toch was een van keukens beneden voldoende groot voor ons. Het zwembad, de tuin en alle ligbedden en stoelen eromheen zijn eveneens geweldig. Naast de gewone handdoeken waren er ook badlakens in overvloed. Het contact met de eigenaren was goed, erg vriendelijk en ze waren gastvrij en flexibel. Kortom, de prijs/kwaliteit verhouding was uitstekend en wij hebben een heel fijn verblijf gehad.
10.0
Review for stay from 05 October 2019 to 12 October 2019
Fantastic house for a family reunion for myself and seven brothers and sisters plus partners and close friends. Close enough to the village of Trecastagni to walk for coffee, groceries and dinner. Would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for a large home to accommodate a big group. Thanks for an amazing stay!!
10.0
Review for stay from 10 January 2018 to 15 January 2018
Geweldig huis. Ruimte te over voor onze groep van 15 50+ers die allemaal erg graag alleen slapen. Topzwembad.
10.0
Amazing property!
Our large family and friend loved our time in this wonderful villa. Very quirky, retro and enormous! Stunning pool and views. A great base to explore this part of Sicily. The owners were incredibly helpful and the whole process was really easy. Highly recommend
10.0
Amazing space! Lovely property run by a lovely family
What an absolute delight this property was. We were four separate families all travelling with grown up children, 17 of us in total. There was so much space and independence for each family. The villa is on 3 levels with living space divided into 4 areas plus large communal spaces. The outside pool and surroundings were wonderful, with glorious views down to the sea and to Etna puffing away to the left. The owners, Enzo, his son Andrea and all their family, were perfect hosts. Very accommodating to any requests we made and very quick and courteous in replying both before and during our visit. In fact we arranged for Andrea's wife to cook and deliver a beautiful Italian banquet, including wine, for us on one night, for a very reasonable price of €25 per head. The villa is approx 25 mins away from Catania and within 5 mins walk of the local village (Trecastagni), which had a good few restaurants and small convenience stores. Our main shop each day was done at Lidl's, a 10 min car journey. We stayed during the last week of July and although air conditioning is only in one room (we didn't need to use it), the property remained cool throughout, with fans in all the main rooms, if needed. We would recommend a day trip to Taormina and a visit to its stunning amphitheatre for some wondrous history and amazing views, you won't be disappointed. Park in the main car park before you enter the town and walk (5 mins) or use the free courtesy bus into town. We had an unbelievable time at the villa and couldn't recommend it highly enough. Thanks to Enzo, Andrea and their family.
10.0
Great villa for a big family / group of friends
Spacious villa with large grounds and a fabulous swimming people owned and managed by a very friendly and helpful family. We all loved our week here and enjoyed the villas' layout and individual style of each floor and living area. Our only disappointment was that the kitchens (there are at least 4) are all quite small and the electricity supply is not sufficient to have more than one oven on at any one time.
10.0
Family holiday retreat
A beautiful villa in a wonderful setting with stunning views.
An ideal extended family home with several self contained apartments affording privacy but with easy conversion into one large holiday community. The owners were very helpful and all equipment and facilities needed are available. A lovely swimming pool and spacious gardens complete the picture. Convenient location fir shops, local community and sightseeing . I had a wonderful family time with my children and grandchildren.
10.0
Great blend of privacy and room to gather as a group
Very well maintained property in a good location, but you must have a car to move around. Convenient to shopping and good access to highways, 20 (no traffic) to 30 short minutes from the airport.
Dealing with the property managers prior to arrival was very easy and the owners greeted us warmly upon arrival. Everything was in top shape, including the yard and beautiful swimming pool, in this very spacious and well appointed house (actually four “apartments “ in one property). We used a daily cleaning service and it worked out perfectly for us.
I highly recommend this property for multi-family vacations, or large group of adults. It offers space and privacy, but also plenty of room to gather as a group.
Thanks Enzo and Andrea for the hospitality!
10.0
Tout était parfait
Tout était parfait, la villa est magnifique et la piscine incroyable.
Une superbe vue et un accueil parfait.
Merci encore !!
10.0
Great place - great view - great house!
A place suitable for a large family. Lots of rooms and lots of space. Great pool. Only 10 min walk to the city center. Nice hosts.
8.0
Good to excellent - a large, well-equipped property - spacious, with fantastic views.
We stayed here with cousins and friends from all over the UK and from Australia. Excellent facilities with 2 kitchens on the ground floor and I each on the next two floors. Towels and linen provided. Lovely garden and pool (if a little cold in May!). Close to the village centre and plenty of places to see and visit. Stunning view of Etna and of the Sicilian coast. You need a car to go sight-seeing or to get to the beach. Local restaurants can be expensive but buy local products and cook at home - much cheaper and totally delicious. Fresh pasta is a must! We had a great time there and would recommend it to groups and families.
8.0
Fantastic space and views
This was a special holiday for our large family of 22 and this accommodation did not disappoint - plenty of room inside and out. Great garden, well maintained, room to hide from the sun or to worship the sun! Perfect pool for all the family. Great views out to the Ionian Sea with Etna looming in the background. Just watch out for the cannon firing on Sunday morning, no ones under attack, just the Church's way of getting people up and to church!
This is an older house and a few glitches here and there, but Enzo was very helpful and provided prompt assistance with any needed maintenance.
This house now holds many fond memories in our hearts. We are so glad we found it.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Sicily?
The average price for a rental in Sicily is $115 per night. This rental is $1,383 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Villa with Private Pool & Stunning Views on the Coast & Etna - 22 Sleeps!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Villa with Private Pool & Stunning Views on the Coast & Etna - 22 Sleeps!. Enjoy the water!
Is Villa with Private Pool & Stunning Views on the Coast & Etna - 22 Sleeps! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Villa with Private Pool & Stunning Views on the Coast & Etna - 22 Sleeps!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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