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Writers retreat in medieval village

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A balcony with a table and chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a view of a tiled roof and trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a coffee maker.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining table, and a mural on the wall.
A dining table with a wine bottle and candle, surrounded by white chairs, in a room with a colorful mural on the wall.
A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, featuring arched doorways and windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
At the riverfront, this vacation home features 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 4 guests. Enjoy mountain views while engaging in activities like tubing, surfing, and scuba diving. The property is near skiing and golf, with attractions including the Castle of Robert Lauria and Alcantara Waterfall.

Highlights

  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Castle of Robert Lauria
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Castiglione di sicilia, Sicily
  • Place, Castle of Robert Lauria
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Alcantara Waterfall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba of Santa Domenica
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living room bedroom

1 Double Futon

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

first floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Writers retreat in medieval village

This cosy old house in the historic centre of Castiglione di Sicilia offers the perfect retreat for those who love to linger in the atmosphere of medieval Sicily with the comfort of today. Character, authenticity, tranquility, time travel made easy. Castiglione was elected the most beautiful small town of Italy.

On the first floor you will find a bedroom and en suite bathroom. The second floor has a little terrace with a spectacular view of mount Etna. Here is also the kitchen/dining-living room and bathroom.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10006272
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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Castiglione di Sicilia

Located in Castiglione di Sicilia, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Shoppers can check out Corso Umberto, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Etna and Giardini Naxos Beach. Passopisciaro and Civic Museum of Natural Sciences are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Castiglione di sicilia, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Castle of Robert Lauria - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alcantara Waterfall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cuba of Santa Domenica - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mount Etna - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Isola Bella - 53 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Randazzo Station - 30 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doppio Zero Linguaglossa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cave Ox - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Dispensa Dell'Etna - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Nica Nuci - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Turè - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Writers retreat in medieval village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Writers retreat in medieval village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Writers retreat in medieval village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writers retreat in medieval village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writers retreat in medieval village located?

Located in the heart of Castiglione di Sicilia, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Castle of Robert Lauria and Alcantara Waterfall. Cuba of Santa Domenica and Antiquarium di Francavilla di Sicilia are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location in an old, charming town. People are very friendly, town is a pleasure to walk through, wonderful food and wine. Restful and relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super passage à Castiglione

Petit village qui nous a agréablement surpris, bien placé pour aller faire l etna et les gorges de l alcantara ! Filip est super accueillant, l appartement est très confortable et nous avons apprécié la terrasse avec la vue charmante sur l etna !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

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Hosted by Filip and Trente

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