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Princely Relais Taormina: Iconic Etna View, Lush Garden & 2 Pools

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Outdoor banquet area
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Outdoor dining

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

12 bedrooms13 bathroomsSleeps 267535 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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trappitello, sicily
  • Place, Corso Umberto
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Greek Ruins
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Giardini Naxos Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Taormina

When you stay at this villa in Taormina, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Corso Umberto and Giardini Naxos Beach. .This family-friendly villa is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Taormina Cable Car and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Letojanni Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 2 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Greek Ruins - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Greek Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Taormina Cable Car - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Giardini Naxos Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alcantara Station - 8 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Area Servizio Calatabiano - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oltremare - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kamurria Cocktail Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Garden da Nino - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Al Gatto Nero - ‬4 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.

Princely Relais Taormina: Iconic Etna View, Lush Garden & 2 Pools


Princely Charme Relais: A Sicilian Sanctuary
Nestled within a vast, blooming estate of citrus groves and ancient Saracen olive trees, Princely Charme Relais offers an unparalleled escape where the Ionian Sea meets the majestic silhouette of Mount Etna.

The Accommodations
The estate is designed to offer both conviviality and privacy, accommodating up to 22 adults and 10 children:

The Main Villa: Features 5 elegant bedrooms (Queen or twin) with ensuite bathrooms. A charming mezzanine provides an additional twin-bedded space with a convenient half-bath.

The Guest Houses: Four adjacent "tiny houses" offer an additional 6 ensuite bedrooms, each featuring its own kitchen and outdoor area for maximum independence.

Family Friendly: Up to 8 extra beds for children (ages 5–13) are available upon request.

Charme Weddings & Outdoor Living
Life at the Relais unfolds across stunning lawns and lush gardens, providing the perfect backdrop for your most precious moments:

Boutique Weddings: We specialize in hosting intimate, high-charme weddings for 20 to 30 guests. Our beautiful garden, situated right next to the fragrant lemon grove, offers a romantic and quintessentially Sicilian setting for an unforgettable ceremony.

Al Fresco Dining: A spectacular garden gazebo accommodates up to 35 guests—perfect for wedding banquets or communal meals—while a dedicated barbecue area sits nestled within the greenery.

Two Swimming Pools: A large, panoramic pool with a sun-drenched solarium and a smaller, shallow pool perfect for children.

Panoramic Views: From the rolling green hilltops of the Taormina countryside to the sparkling sea and the volcanic peaks of Etna.

The Perfect Balance
The true secret of Princely Charme Relais is its strategic seclusion. While completely immersed in the peaceful silence of the Sicilian countryside, you are moments away from the vibrant energy of Taormina.

Luxury at your doorstep: Explore the same iconic locations seen in The White Lotus and indulge in high-end shopping at boutiques like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, and Loro Piana.

Convenience: Beaches, gourmet markets, and pharmacies are all within a 2 km radius.

Exclusive Services
To ensure a seamless stay, the Relais includes Wi-Fi, premium linens, and secure shaded parking. To further enhance your experience, we offer bespoke extras upon request:

Sicilian Culinary Experience: A professional cook specializing in local delicacies.

Daily Housekeeping: For a truly effortless holiday.

Location & Logistics
Airports: Catania (60 km / 1 hr), Comiso (1 hr), Palermo (250 km / 2.5 hrs).

Proximity: 2 km from the beach; 6 km from Taormina center; 30 minutes from the Etna cable car station.

Transport: We highly recommend hiring a car or minivan at the airport (advance booking essential).
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this villa include complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and babysitting service.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 12 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 12.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 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.
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed outside of home

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 7,535 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Access to the pool only with parents

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Subject to approval, may have additional fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside of home

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: subject to approval, may have additional fee
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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
Property Registration Number IT083097B5KE5YBAMJ

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

Princely Relais Taormina: Iconic Etna View, Lush Garden & 2 Pools Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property. Excellent for large groups. You won't want to leave the property. The hosts are wonderful people. The views are breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The property easily accommodates 22 people including 2 children. Having separate rooms with individual bathrooms made all more comfortable. The Hosts were most helpful and accommodating. We had breakfast daily , variety of food wonderful and delicious, mostly healthy and cooked on the premises. I had 5 dinners for all my guests, each menu was different and represented traditional Sicilian food at its best . The local wines of Mnt Etna were wonderful .Swimming pools are not heated however they were warm during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mlolen

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

Great place for large gatherings. We had 21. More than enough kitchen supplies and location was perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had our wedding at this beautiful villa and 25 of us stayed in here for four days. We could not of had a better time and been more accommodated. We had caters in for the day of the wedding and the food was absolutely amazing. It was a short walk into a small town where there was shops and coffee places and a short drive to the nearest town where there was food and bars along the beach which was beautiful. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a family holiday / wedding here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family & I had a fantastic stay here July 6th- July 17. We were 26, 18 adults & 8 children (7 months to 13 yrs) There was ample room for all. The rooms were clean & bright. The kitchen was well equipped & we cooked dinner often. The host Gabriel was gracious & accommodating. He recommended some restaurants, beaches to visit & even helped with the room assignments for this large group.The villa is perfectly located. It's a 5 minute walk into the small town of Trappitello which we did after dinner for gelato. There is also a pizzeria, (which was good), pharmacy & small grocery. It's a five minute drive into Giardini Naxos for a larger grocery store & a cute waterfront town with lots of restaurants. Taormina is just a 15 minute drive with many beaches along the way.Twice the cooks prepared a meal for us. Both nights the meals were delicious, filled with pasta dishes, meat dishes, salads, wine, pistachio cannoli & tiramisu. They even made some chicken & fries for the kids. The pictures on line do not do justice to the beautiful, lush grounds of the villa. There are flower filled paths to walk from the house to the outside dining area & to the pool. Besides flowers, you'll find many lemon trees, olive trees & even avocado trees. The grounds and pool are well maintained & clean. There is a large lawn where the kids would run & play when not swimming in the pool. Mt. Etna against blue skies & beautiful sunsets was the perfect backdrop for this amazing picturesque villa!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Belleville

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Magical Week in Sicily – Perfect Home for a Large Family We just returned from an unforgettable week at this stunning VRBO home in Sicily, where our family of 14 had the most incredible stay. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the beauty and character of the property. The house is full of charm and well equipped with everything we needed. It’s spacious, comfortable, and clearly loved. The grounds are absolutely beautiful—lush gardens, open spaces for kids to play, two pools, cozy outdoor sitting areas, and lovely views of Mt Etna that made it a joy just to relax at home between excursions. The location is perfect—convenient to beaches, and historic towns, but still peaceful and private. The owner, Gabriele, was warm and welcoming, and Mathilde, who manages the property, was always available, responsive, and incredibly helpful whenever we had a question or needed assistance. Her local tips and kind attention made us feel completely at home. We also highly recommend arranging to have dinner prepared at the house—the food was absolutely delicious, and served in the most beautiful setting. It was one of the highlights of our stay and a perfect way to enjoy Sicilian hospitality without leaving home. This is a home with heart and history, and it gave us the ideal base to explore Sicily while also enjoying precious family time together. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naum S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property for a Large Gatheting

We have stayed at this villa for one week in October sharing it with 25 people - all friends and family. It is a very unique property: the setting is farm-like (in the middle of a lemon tree grove) and the grounds are well-maintained and very spacious with two pool areas and a garden terrace for meals. But for us, mostly, it was the people working at the villa. We have purchased additional services (breakfasts, dinners and daily cleaning). Chetina, Mathilde, Antoinette, Bastiano, Maria and Rosie were there for us every day and made our stay truly special. Gabriele - the owner - stopped by as well to say hello and check on things. Just a couple of suggestions: consider adding memory foam mattress toppings to make beds less firm and, perhaps, add some softer pillows to make sleeping a bit more comfortable. These are not critiques, just some thoughts to make it even more enjoyable (especially, for older guests). Overall, this Villa is an absolute gem for a big family/friends gathering and we recommend it without any reservations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B., SOUTH ORANGE, NEW JERSEY

Liked: Cleanliness

Beth's review

Villa was nice, not elegant. Placement of kitchen not in main house. We had difficulty gaining entrance because Mathilde did not realize we had arrived. We had some initial problems with the aur conditioning in some rooms but it was straightened out. Extra cost for air conditioning was shocking given the. The large pool.and surrounding areas were spectacular. We loved the lemons and made lemonade. We never saw an outdoor grill but we managed with the kitchen. My family had a great time. Thank you Gabriele and Mathilda. cost of villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

We enjoyed our stay very much including two amazing dinners with delicious local food! The property offers enough space for large groups and the dinner/table setting under the pergola with view of the Etna is simply amazing. The small cottages were perfect for little families with kids to have some privacy and not disturb the ones without kids in the main house. Gabriele and Mathilde were super helpful with all questions beforehand and during our stay! We'd love to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

PINA P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable family trip!

The villa provided a fantastic homebase for my family during our week vacation. Everyone having their own room and bathroom was wonderful and the pool, pergola and lawn space was great for family gathering, games and enjoyment. Meals, cleaning services and air conditioning all are additional costs which is important to note, but the team at the villa was very helpful in responding to needs and resolving any issues. Grazie Mille!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property in a very convenient location!

Our group of 19 had a wonderful stay! The property is exactly as described with beautiful scenic and Mt. Etna views. It is very conveniently located, close to Taromina and several beautiful beach towns. We rented cars at the Catania airport and were able to travel around the area with ease. The Villa was a perfect home base and the pool and outdoor dining areas were a perfect way to end to our busy days. Monica was wonderful and very easy to communicate with, she was always available to help with anything we needed. Maria and Antionetta cooked delicious Sicilian dinners for us a few nights of our week long stay and were a pleasure! We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mónica, Maria , et al we’re wonderful. The food was marvelous

Great site for our family of 36. Beautiful and private. Convenient to small shops. We loved our stay. It could not have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in dieser Unterkunft. Als Gruppe von 16 Erwachsenen hatten wir die Anlage exklusiv für uns. Wir waren wirklich mit allem sehr zufrieden: Der Gastgeber hat uns schon frühzeitig kontaktiert und Einzelheiten geklärt. Die Dame, die uns die Schlüssel überreicht hat, konnte sich flexibel nach uns richten und uns alle relevanten Informationen mitteilen. Die Anlage ist sehr gross und sauber. Wir haben insbesondere den grossen Sitzplatz mit dem Grill, die Pools und die Boccia-Anlage sehr geschätzt.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gebhard G.

Sehr spezielles und großartiges Ferienobjekt

Großartige und großzügige Anlage mit vielen Schlafmöglichkeiten, fast alle Zimmer mit en-suite Bädern Die ganze Anlage ist sehr gepflegt. Überall wunderbare Rückzugsmöglichkeiten.Wir wurden sehr liebevoll betreut und versorgt von einem tollen Team, bestehend aus Köchin und Service. Sehr zu empfehlen für große Gruppen und Familientage, wir kommen wieder !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019