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Cosy character-filled apartment in Exclusive 1800s Villa with Pool near Taormina

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1 bedroom1 bathroom818 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mascali, Città metropolitana di Catania
  • Place, Spiaggia di Fondachello
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina di Cottone Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Isola Bella
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mascali

When you stay at this apartment in Mascali, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Spiaggia di Fondachello. .This apartment is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Giardini Naxos Beach and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Mount Etna.

What's nearby

  • Spiaggia di Fondachello - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Marina di Cottone Beach - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Corso Umberto - 15 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Mount Etna - 17 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Isola Bella - 27 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mascali Station - 5 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ai Tre Massi - Ristorante - Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Arco Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Sombrero - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Castello - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vulcano Etna Pub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Cosy character-filled apartment in Exclusive 1800s Villa with Pool near Taormina

🌿 **Exclusive Sicilian Apartment in an 1800s Casale with Stunning Etna Views & Salt-Water Pool**

Escape to the tranquillity of **Le Decime**, a beautifully restored **historic 1800s Sicilian casale** surrounded by countryside, citrus groves and spectacular views of Mount Etna. Full of authentic character and carefully preserved details, this unique property combines the atmosphere of a traditional Sicilian country home with modern comfort.

The apartment offers a peaceful and exclusive retreat just minutes from the beaches of Fondachello and within easy reach of Taormina, Mount Etna and the spectacular eastern Sicilian coastline.

### 🏡 Your Apartment

This is a **fully equipped private apartment**, not a studio, offering authentic Sicilian character throughout.

• **Fully equipped, hand-built brick kitchen**, featuring beautiful exclusive Sicilian ceramics
• Comfortable double bedroom with ensuite bathroom
• Additional single bed, suitable for a third guest or child
• Private entrance
• Private outdoor area for relaxing or dining al fresco
• Stunning **views towards Mount Etna**
• Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
• Free private parking within the property

The handcrafted kitchen is one of the apartment's most distinctive features, combining traditional brickwork with **exclusive Sicilian ceramics** to create a genuinely individual space where you can prepare meals and enjoy the experience of staying in a historic Sicilian home.

### 🏊 Stunning Salt-Water Infinity Pool

One of the highlights of Le Decime is our **stunning salt-water infinity pool**, positioned to take full advantage of the spectacular Mount Etna views.

The pool and sun terrace are **strictly reserved exclusively for Le Decime guests**. With only three guest units on the property, it offers a peaceful and intimate atmosphere rather than the feel of a busy resort.

Relax beside the pool, cool off after a day exploring Etna, or enjoy a glass of Sicilian wine while taking in the views.

### 🌋 Between Mount Etna & the Sea

Le Decime offers a unique combination of **quiet countryside, mountain views and easy access to the coast**.

The beaches of Fondachello are just a short distance away, while Taormina, Mount Etna, the Alcantara Gorge and the beautiful villages of eastern Sicily are all within easy reach by car.

Whether you spend your days exploring historic towns, hiking on Mount Etna, discovering the coastline or simply enjoying the pool, Le Decime provides a tranquil place to return to.

### ✨ Why Stay at Le Decime?

✅ Authentic **historic 1800s Sicilian casale**
✅ Beautifully restored with traditional character
✅ **Stunning Mount Etna views**
✅ **Salt-water infinity pool exclusively for Le Decime guests**
✅ Fully equipped **hand-built brick kitchen**
✅ Exclusive Sicilian ceramics
✅ Quiet countryside setting
✅ Close to beaches and the Ionian coast
✅ Private outdoor area
✅ Free Wi-Fi and private parking
✅ Ideal for couples, families and small groups
✅ Perfect base for Taormina, Etna and eastern Sicily

### 🍷 Drink / Eat / Hire – All at Your Fingertips

Make your stay even easier with our online guest menu.

Order wine or pizza, hire beach and pool accessories, rent a bicycle, arrange an Etna tour or book an airport transfer — either before your arrival or during your stay.

👉 **mnu.link/le_decime**

You can also simply scan the QR code provided in the apartment.

**Le Decime is more than a place to stay — it is an authentic Sicilian retreat where history, nature, Mount Etna and the sea come together.**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including cooking classes and an outdoor pool.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Cooking classes
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 818 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Chek out by 11.00AM When ready to leave, please put the keys inside the lockbox and secure it by shutting it and turn the dial in any direction. Please ensure the airconditining unit is turned off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number IT087023C2ARKY3KZ2

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

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