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Exclusive villa above Taormina with pool and views of Etna and the sea

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Castelmola, Sicily
  • Monte Tauro
    6 min walk
  • Porta Messina
    13 min walk
  • Palazzo Corvaja
    14 min walk
  • Taormina (TFC)
    18 min walk

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About the area

Castelmola

When you stay at this villa in Castelmola, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Monte Tauro and Sanctuary of Madonna della Rocca. .This family-friendly villa is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Isola Bella and 18.7 mi (30.1 km) from Mount Etna.
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What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 15 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 15 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Piazza IX April - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Greek Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 14 min drive
  • Strait of Messina Airport (REG) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro Taormina - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bar Turrisi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Nina - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Exclusive villa above Taormina with pool and views of Etna and the sea

* In 2022/2023 the villa was tastefully renovated and furnished to a high standard *

The terraced Villa Bougainvillea is located in a spacious, exclusive ground on a steep south-facing slope. Inside the fenced 3000 sqm property there is parking space for two cars. Outside, on the street, is enough space for further cars.

The Villa comprises three levels: the main house and two apartment levels. You have the possibility to rent the Villa for 4, 6 or 8 people (9 upon request). Even renting the Villa for fewer people, you rent the Villa exclusively. The perfect privacy is guaranted.

In the main house there are two bedrooms with king-size beds, individual bathrooms, a spacious living room, a guest toilet, a fully equipped new kitchen, the dining room, a shady patio and the panoramic terrace. A new staircase into the garden was built 2023. From the panoramic terrace you can enjoy a stunning view of the Mediterranean sea, the bay of Naxos and Mt. Etna. The evening offers a fascinating panorama of lights.

On the middle-level and pool-level are two beautiful apartments with 2 double beds, individual bathrooms and small living rooms. Access to the apartments is either by the central or by the side open stairs.

Baby travel beds and baby equipment can be set up on request. We want you to travel lightly!
All rooms have air conditioning.
We use bed linen and towels made from 100% organic cotton.

The pool (~11.5 x 4,5 m) is located on the lowest level and is well protected from prying eyes due to its location.

A car is recommanded but not a necessity, public transportation is available in close proximity and you can walk down the breathtaking Madonna della Rocca path to Taormina and get back up by bus or Taxi (15-20 Euro one way for a Taxi).

The exceptional architectural concept of the Villa is designed for 6 to 8 people, offers lots of possibilities for privacy or to enjoy time in company. Ideal for friends, couples, families with children or extended families.
Enjoy this authentic Sicilian atmosphere!

Family members, friends and guests are still talking about the high degree of recovery of a stay in the villa.
The rich vegetation including lemon, orange and olive trees, bougainvillea, oleander and cactus, the large pool and many details make the Villa Bougainvillea to an exclusive place to go, stay and come again! We cordially welcome you to our Villa!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Daniela and Raphael

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2152.8 sq ft (200 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Exclusive villa above Taormina with pool and views of Etna and the sea Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for friends
We have just spent the most wonderful holiday in this villa. The owners certainly understand what it means to be a host. Communication before, during and after our stay was perfect: complete but not overly intrusive. The home was clean and elegant. The layout of 4 separate bedrooms and bathrooms gives each room privacy, while the common living areas are conducive to socialising with friends or family. This will forever be remembered by us as a place of joy, beauty and comfort.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Villa
The Villa was spectacular with an amazing view. Multi- level accommodations which was perfect for our group needs. It was well stocked and we appreciated the welcoming gift and little things like coffee, salt &pepper and other spices. It helps you don’t have to buy all these small items. The big table was great for eating and then games at night. Sitting outside with coffee in the morning and the view❤️👍. The pool was beautiful and clean - so lovely. A 5 start for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
White Lotus Senior Tour !
Wonderful property in a wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit
My wife and I have 3 teenage boys. We came with both our parents and had an amazing vacation. The views are incredible, the beds are super comfortable, the layout of the house was perfect four our group. Close to both Taormina and castlemola. Our flight was delayed and we didn’t get in until 1am and silvana met us and explained everything. She made everything very easy. Make sure you are okay walking some hills. They are not too bad and taxis are an option, but I highly recommend the steps down to Taormina.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Wayne, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gift!
This house was the absolute perfect house for our vacation. The owners from the very beginning were so kind and communicated so well! We had never been to Sicily before so we had very many questions and they were so patient and kind to help us plan our holiday! The house was beautiful. The view is beyond explanation! The furnishings were exquisite. The layout/floor plan was perfect for our group. The kitchen was well stocked, and they were kind enough to do a first shop for us and have it at the house. Each room was very special in its own way and the pool area was fabulous. The pool was clean and well kept. We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W., Northampton, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Eveything we were expecting... and more
We were very impressed with the size of the property and the layout affording you and your guests the opportunity to break away and have some 'quiet time' if needed. Communication with Daniela (owner) and Stefania (manager) was great with a lot of local information provided and very accomodating with luggage due to silly flight times. Walk up to Castelmola is tough and would not recommend if not fit, especially in the heat. Would suggest using the bus or a taxi. There are three walks down to Taormina and equally relaxing however again I would suggest the bus or a taxi coming back. Taormina very busy and has loads of shops and restaurants. Castelmola quieter and predominantly restaurants with a few small shops. Takeaway pizzas from Nina's in Castelmola was a hit for the whole family. Would definitely recommend this property. Thanks Daniela & Raphael!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total gem
Our group of 7 had a wonderful stay at Daniela’s villa. The views are incredible both of Taormina and Mt Etna. We were lucky enough to even get a show from Etna while we were there. The location is amazing high above on the mountain. There are a couple of restaurants within walking distance and you can drive up the mountain where the town of Castelmola is located. It’s a cute town to visit. You can walk down to Taormina in about 20 minutes or so on the steps. The villa is even better than the pictures. Inside it’s been furnished beautifully and the kitchen and bathrooms are super modern and beautifully done. The villa is spacious and the separate apartments were really enjoyed by the teens in our party. The pool is a great size and super private. It’s surrounded by lush landscape and you feel totally secluded. There are so many fruit trees and flowers all around. Communication with the owner was easy and quick. Totally recommend this villa.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven above Taormina
99% positive: Extraordinarily clean house, sparkling pool, extremely functional kitchen. Air conditioning (much needed) perfectly effective. Minor negatives: beds too firm— and I like a very firm mattress. Insufficient number of towels — but host was quick to bring over a few more. Window shutters a little challenging, but we mostly worried about dislodging a panel. No dryer — as an American not accustomed to line drying every piece of washed clothing. With the house capacity for a large family, the washer is rather small— I spent too much time doing laundry. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Was everything and more. We loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning!
Lovely villa with stunning views of Taormina & the Ionian Sea. Tastefully furnished with all you need for an enjoyable stay! The owners went out of their way to accommodate our family and make us all feel welcome - including answering many questions and providing recommendations to ensure we had an enjoyable stay. The walk up from Taormina is a bit grueling but worth it for the views. Would love to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Villa Bougainvillea
We would highly recommend this beautiful villa in the Castelmola / Taormina area. The house has been recently renovated to a very high standard, and includes four bedrooms with ensuites, several indoor / outdoor lounge and dining spaces, and patio / pool with the most incredible views. We thoroughly enjoyed our days / evenings spent at the villa, lounging by the pool and cooking meals with family in the well-equipped kitchen. We walked down to Taormina several evenings for dinner (with taxi back) - and walked the scenic path to Castelmola one morning. The hosts were excellent with communications - and provided restaurant and other recommendations for the area. Thank you for such a memorable vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Most amazing villa in the area of castelmoa/ Taormina.
Beautiful villa/house to share with a group of friends. There were 4 couples and we absolutely loved it there. Very accurate from website. Quite easy walk down to town and taxi back up. Had a wonderful dinner on our last night up in the centre of castelmoa up top. The house has everything you need and more. Thanks to Silvana for all your help and of course our wonderful driver. Thanks Daniela. We will definitely recommend Tracy😊 June 2024
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape to Taormina
We just left after a week in Villa Bougainvillea and it could not have been more perfect. Daniela, Raphael, and Silvana were amazing hosts and considered every detail with this house as a rental property. The views, pool, and lounge areas are all incredible and the beds were comfortable. Thank you for the in-house chef recommendation for Fabio at Private Chef Catania. Can’t wait to come back for our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kateri J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views, gorgeous home!
This home was all it was advertised as and more! The kitchen is top-notch, designer stove, with all the amenities; the bathrooms are beautiful and tasteful and huge (from a NYC perspective!). We loved being able to have our young adults in their own space where they could watch movies without disturbing us at night - so much more peaceful and relaxing for everyone! And the garden! And the views! Don’t get me started! What a treat! The only “down” side is that I thought it would be more “walkable” but because of the steep inclines in both directions we ended up only walking into Taormina once and driving to Castelmola. But a more ambitious hiking family could easily do both (and our boys did walk back from Taormina in 20 min). The housekeeper was a pleasure and very helpful. I am so grateful we had this experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

frank b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castelmola
Simply superb accommodations, and location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartlett M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house between Taormina and Castelmola
The house is really beautiful -- living room looks like a magazine. Beautiful interior design throughout. View from patio and (upper rooms) is spectacular. Kitchen is excellent and owners left lots of consumables (e.g. spices, coffee, a bottle of wine, pasta, etc.) so you can delay your first trip to the store. Excellent quiet location on a small side street. Prepare for vertical living: 15-20 minute steep walk up to Castelmola (super charming little town), 15-20 minute steep walk down to Taormina proper (super charming medium-sized town). But the views and the exercise were wonderful. Tons of day activities in and around the area (including the entire east coast of Sicily). Silvana, the host, was "next level" friendly/helpful. The place is a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Hunt Valley, Maryland USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa with Amazing Views of Etna
This villa is fantastic! The place is beautiful and has everything you would need for an enjoyable stay. The property manager is kind and very helpful. It is very clean and spacious. The views are breathtaking. I hope to come back again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Million $ View
Came with 8 adult family members and SOs, had a great time. Property was recently remodeled and is gorgeous with a real local flavor. Clean, elegant and user friendly. Property manager very accessible to help with tips and needs. Pictures do not do it justice. Beware, everything's on a hill in Taormina, including the villa, bring your best billy goat and have fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing visit in a magical place!!!
We Loved the Bougainvillea Villa - it was absolutely everything that was presented by the website - even better than we hoped!! Silvana was a godsend - responding to every request -and was so helpful every step of the way - thank you for a very memorable trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Excellent, beautiful house, wonderful views, and the best caretaker we have ever seen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation EVER!
From beginning to end, our experience with this stay was perfection! Daniela was extremely helpful, thoughtful, and kind. She communicated with me regularly before, during, and after our stay. Any and all questions I had were answered quickly by her or Silvana (the sweetest house manager EVER!) From the minute we set foot on the property, we were informed, greeted and treated like family. We traveled with two toddlers (2 and 3yo) and it felt like Daniela completely read my mind all on fronts. Only another mother can understand the challenges you face when traveling with such small children. She made sure toys, chairs, dishes, cribs etc were all ready for my kids before we arrived. The villa was so well equipped with everything you could possibly need! The new renovations were exquisite and it felt like we were staying in a five star hotel! It was so incredibly well kept and clean. The LARGE pool was perfect for a hot Sicilian summer! We enjoyed it every single day and there were even floaties and toys available that worked perfectly for us! We brought a friend who had privacy in her own apartment which was very spacious as well. Waking up every morning to the MOST incredible views of the Sea and Mt Etna felt like a DREAM! We spent most days enjoying the villa with our family but also took short trips up to Castelmola (adorable playground there for kids) and we also were down below in Taormina. (gorgeous) We hope to visit again in the future! Thank you Daniela!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Bougainvillea - July 2023
Wow! I cannot over-emphasize how wonderful our stay at the Villa was! The house itself is gorgeous, so well equipped, and wonderful w/ great A/C and fabulous pool considering we were there during the most intense heat wave! Daniella and Raphael were wonderful hosts, and Silvana was so welcoming and attentive, she was the epitome of Italian hospitality! If there was anything we needed she and Daniella were quick to respond and attend to any questions, including making dinner reservations and even welcoming us w/ lovely Sicilian gifts such as marmalade and Prosecco. I cannot recommend Villa Bougainvillea highly enough, it was the most wonderful part of our 2 weeks in Italy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for a wonderful experience
Our family had a wonderful stay at your Villa and could not have been happier with the property. It was private, quite and nicely situated between Taormina and Castelmola. Our host was gracious and responsive to all our needs. We would love to return some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accommodations
A great week at the property started with a friendly welcome by the caretaker who provided information on the property and the surrounding area. She was readily available throughout the week to answer any queries. The layout of the house was perfect for a group of six: couples had bedrooms with private baths which was the same for the singles in the group. Although we most often ate out, the kitchen was well stocked to feed a group much larger than ours. The best feature for me was the outdoor terrace overlooking the sea and Mount Etna. From early morning through the night the views were spectacular and became our group's main meeting point. Getting about was easy. Depending on the destination, we walked, took the bus, or drove. I would highly recommend the this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET B., Nemo, South Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Villa with Amazing View
This villa is the perfect location for exploring and experiencing Sicily. We loved it! Silvy, the property manager is a gem! She was SO helpful and just couldn't be any nicer! We would highly recommend this villa. One note...if you plan to go into Taormina, TAKE A TAXI...parking is impossible! Also, make sure to eat at Le Tre Vie...everything is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019