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Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna

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Private pool - open all year round
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Amazing Etna view
Eco-sustainable design villa

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111937.5 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Nicolosi, Sicily
  • Via Etnea
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Catania Cathedral
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom - Annexe

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom - Annexe

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna

Located at the foot of the Mompilieri crater and towered by the immensity of the Etna, Villa nel Monte enjoys the tranquility of an ancient and unspoiled landscape, pampered by the luxury of its interior and its private pool.

The villa is born of the precious connection of art and knowledge of a father, skilful restorer, and his son, architect with innovative and eco-sustainable ideas. The result is a sophisticated, modern and at the same time profoundly Sicilian villa, ideal for those who are looking for an authentic holiday without renouncing style and comfort.

At 5 minutes walk from the house is Nicolosi, a vibrant village known as the 'Porta dell'Etna' that offers numerous restaurants, shops and sports facilities and is a must for those who wish to explore the largest volcano in Europe. In other words, you will have everything you need and more without ever having to take the car. Also, directly from the villa, a very nice path enriched by fruit trees leads to the top of Mount Mompilieri with a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Catania.

When you are ready to leave Nicolosi and the wonders of Etna, with 20 minutes drive you can reach Catania with its baroque buildings, the ancient fish market, the shopping streets and a fine sandy beach. With just one hour drive, you will find Taormina, a world-class and elegant town, considered by many to be the pearl of the Mediterranean, and Siracusa, a fascinating and timeless town, with a romantic promenade and an ancient Greek theatre that cannot be missed.

You can access Villa nel Monte from a spacious and bright living room with sofa bed, a modern kitchen and access to the terrace and the panoramic garden. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, all equipped with windows and air-conditioning. Two bathrooms with shower are one in the living area and the other in the sleeping area. A third bathroom and a fourth bedroom are located in the independent annexe, just below the terrace and closer to the pool.

Whether you want to enjoy the Sicilian summer from a cooler and more privileged location or dream of skiing in winter on the snow of Mount Etna, Villa nel Monte is without a doubt one of the best holiday homes in this part of Sicily.

On request it is possible to reserve a transfer (up to 7 people).

N.B. In a room on the first floor, the single bed is a 160 cm children's bed.

The private pool measures 9 by 4 meters and it is completely fenced. The pool is open all year round.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen
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Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
You are financially liable for any damage to the accommodation. || The property is rented to families. Exceptions on request.
Please dispose of your garbage during your stay according to the municipality rules. Do not leave garbage and unwashed dishes at your check-out.
Try to be on time for your check-in (which is usually set at 4 PM) and please send a text message to the keyholder in case of delay. Thank you!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT087031C2GC2N3FZV

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 the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Nicolosi

Located in Nicolosi, this villa is in the mountains. Etnaland is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Etna and Catania Beach. Butterfly House and Adventure Park Etna are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Nicolosi, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Via Etnea - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Catania Cathedral - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Etna Cable Car - 25 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Catania Beach - 39 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Carruba Station - 26 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antico Orto dei Limoni - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Antichi Proverbi Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bar Vitale - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Rosemary's Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafè Elite Ciemme SNC - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury villa with pool on the slopes of Etna located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sciara and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Mount Etna. Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 80 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Torunn T.

Review for stay from 20 June 2024 to 29 June 2024

Beautiful and friendly atmosphere. Great place for exploring Sicilia.

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

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Perfect

Villa was ideal for our party of 6 adults and 2 children (12/13) and could accommodate more. The separate annex was perfect for the family of 4. Villa is spacious and well-equipped and the owners left us a welcome pack of water/beer/cake/fruit ,which was appreciated, as well as a well stocked kitchen with pasta, coffee, tea etc. We arranged transfers to and from the airport with the owner rather than hiring a car which was perfect. Toti even took us to a local supermarket when we arrived to stock up on groceries. The Villa is a 10/15 minute walk in to Nicolosi which has numerous restaurants (although many close at lunchtime and all day Mon or Tues). A small supermarket is a 5 minute walk. There is a good size pool at the villa although the weather unfortunately didn’t encourage swimming. We were fortunate to see Etna in action from the villa one evening as the owner sent a message to take a look outside. It was a relaxing stay in a peaceful location and can’t thank the owners, Lidia annd Toti, enough for adding to a great time. .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Review for stay from 15 August 2021 to 22 August 2021

really great villa for family
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10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Review for stay from 11 September 2018 to 18 September 2018

This is a beautiful house to stay. We had a lovely time and the house is superbe. Lidia, her brother en parents are very nice people and they give all the informations that you need.
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10/10 Excellent

Vikrant A.

Review for stay from 19 April 2019 to 24 April 2019

Awesome place. You even have your "own" little Volcano next to the house. The house is one of the best I have stayed in. Literally, everything you can think of is provided including some food items and homemade Limoncello to start the vacation. Love to come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Kady L.

Review for stay from 26 August 2023 to 02 September 2023

This was one of the best Air B&B experiences I have ever had. The host was extremely kind and responsive. The space was large enough for all of us to have our own space but still be together. The outdoor amenities were beyond my expectations and the surroundings were beautiful! I would definitely stay here in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Review for stay from 16 July 2022 to 30 July 2022

Villa absolutely fantastic to stay. The owner really taking care of everything going well on holiday. Nicolosi is a lively town with plenty of restaurants where you can walk from villa. We had a car, so easy to visit Taormina, Siracusa, Etna etc. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda Saphire M.

Review for stay from 27 May 2022 to 03 June 2022

A beautiful home through and through. Well-appointed with thoughtful touches from baby bibs to outdoor table linens made our stay truly feel like home. The grounds are so well kept and elevate the ambiance. The location was ideal for day tripping to different areas around Sicily and perfect for walking into town for dinner. Our family of 8 was comfortable and enjoyed our week's stay - would return!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Review for stay from 27 June 2022 to 02 July 2022

Definitely the best accommodation in Sicily to stay in. Super clean. Super comfy. Beautiful surroundings. Lovely hosts. Genuinely we could not fault this place. It’s better than the photos show. Lidia and her mum went above and beyond.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabian A.

Review for stay from 08 May 2022 to 13 May 2022

The house was clean and prepared when we arrived. Communication with the keyholder was no problem and if we had questions we got an answer in under an hour. The location of the house was great and we had a beautiful view onto Etna. All in all it was a very relaxing place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Vicky C.

Review for stay from 13 August 2022 to 20 August 2022

We have a really lovely stay at this beautiful Villa. The house is very well equipped, with lovely touches. The host and her daughter Lidia went above and beyond to help us out with our requests for information etc. Highlights for us were the tour of Mount Etna with Lidia and visiting the many beaches Sicily has to offer. Great house and great location for exploring and dinners etc. Thank you for having us.
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10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Review for stay from 08 July 2022 to 15 July 2022

Fantastic villa with everything you could want for a relaxing holiday, clean plenty of outside space and a beautiful clean pool. Lidia was easy to get hold of and recommended a couple of tour companies for us, we used one of her recommendations, Etnalcantara, and the tour was good. Lidia's mother met us at the villa and showed us where everything was and how much to feed the cats! It really is a short walk into town for bars, restaurants and a small supermarket. Would certainly stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha H.

Review for stay from 19 October 2024 to 25 October 2024

Had an amazing stay. Lidia and her mother were lovely and very accommodating, can’t fault them for being really flexible with us when we had a sick child to look after. The villa itself was beautiful and well stocked. The welcome cake by Lidia’s mum as others have mentioned was a lovely touch. We didn’t have the best weather but the view of Etna from the kitchen window when we saw it was amazing. Pool very nice but cold as you can imagine at the end of October! Cats were very friendly and we didn’t find them intrusive at all but there are neighbourhood dogs that come into the garden too but Lidia was able to get them back to their owner when we asked her to. Location wise it’s only a few minutes to a good selection of grocery shops and about 15-20 minutes to Nicolosi. It’s a good base to explore, we went to Aci Trezza and Taormina as well as took a trip up Etna with Ashàra tours which operate out of the south end of Etna. Highly recommend this villa.
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra V.

Review for stay from 24 June 2023 to 01 July 2023

Can only say wonderful things about our stay. The property was large and absolutely stunning. Everything was clean and tidy. The pool was perfect temperature and very clean. The hosts were spectacular and extremely kind, we felt very at home. They went above and beyond our expectations. The location was nice and central, easy to make day trips throughout Sicily as well as walking distance to the town. I highly recommend this place. I would love to return again. Thank you to our wonderful hosts.
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10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Review for stay from 30 September 2023 to 08 October 2023

This house is absolutely wonderful. It has enough space, is very nicely furnished and the garden is very large. We immediately felt at home and enjoyed our time very much. We especially liked the open living area with the large table and the garden area. Everything was very clean, there were enough towels and there were a few cool drinks in the fridge. And this cottage has the sweetest roommate, namely a small cat, which is incredibly cuddly and trusting. We definitely recommend this accommodation. Thank you very much for the hospitality.
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10/10 Excellent

Ilya A.

Review for stay from 27 April 2018 to 04 May 2018

This is a beautiful house with great attention to detail! Very beautiful design details. Pleasant areas by the pool, play area, breakfast area and barbecue. Very comfortable bed, quality linen, air conditioning. The kitchen is fully organized. There is everything you need for cooking. The owner prepared us many presents and an incredible pistachio cake. VERY, VERY, VERY DELICIOUSLY!
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10/10 Excellent

Rafit W.

Review for stay from 17 August 2024 to 24 August 2024

The villa is lovely, tastefully decorated, well equipped, pampering The location is great at the foot of the Athena, high so cozy and not as hot as the beach, in a cute town The host is available for any questions and requests Highly recommend this villa What would I improve? Option to open the door from the outside without a key (I feared being locked out) Drinking water dispenser in the house so as not to carry with the bottles And.... Etna view from the yard! I waited for him so much and the vegetation contradicted (-: But these are small things and the score is high and the recommendation is warm
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Review for stay from 01 September 2018 to 08 September 2018

Katia and Toti are really great hosts for such a luxury place. They took care for everything, great equipment, very good self made food such as pie cake, saisonal fruits and Jam. They were reachable at any time and they kept in the background at the same time. The house is absolutely the same as in description and pictures. It is very stylish and tasteful furnished. Very child-friendly as well as our almost 3-years-old confirmed????
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8/10 Good

Mahssa N.

Review for stay from 27 August 2022 to 04 September 2022

A very spacious and relaxing house. The pool is just great and is cleaned regularly. There are plenty of toys for children. The house is fully equipped and is in good condition. The garden is planted green and very large. But the hostess is the highlight of the house. A wonderful helpful and warm woman who is available around the clock for questions and support.
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10/10 Excellent

Valeria N.

Review for stay from 24 August 2021 to 31 August 2021

Many thanks to Katia and her daughter Lidia for the most amazing experience I have ever had in a rented holiday home. I travel a lot and I am used to rent luxury properties around the world, and I can confidently say that this property was by far the cleanest, best equipped I have ever experienced. The welcome was something else, a freshly baked home made cake and several local products were left for us to enjoy... Katia and Lidia were the perfect hosts, so kind and friendly. We had an amazing time and we will certainly be back. Thanks thanks thanks.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Review for stay from 04 October 2022 to 18 October 2022

Villa Bel Monte is a beautiful villa. The owners were wonderful to work with prior to our stay as during our stay. We were greeted upon arrival. There was a homemade cake as well as fruit and beverages. The grounds are beautiful. The villa is very comfortable and easily accommodated 3 couples and 2 single adults. The location is in Nicolosi which is within walking distance of the villa and offers some outstanding restaurants, patisseries and grocery stores. The airport in Catania is about 25 minutes from the villa. The kitchen is well equipped and organized. The beds and showers were comfortable. We would not hesitate to rent at Villa Nel Monte again!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

Review for stay from 19 June 2022 to 26 June 2022

Villa Nel Monte is one of the best properties we have stayed in, as a family of six grown-ups. The large kitchen-diner lends itself well to family lunches and dinners. The annex allows the more sedate in a group to escape early in the evenings if they need to. Bathrooms and bedrooms have everything you need and are well designed. Seating areas outside and the private pool are excellent. The photos do not do it justice! If you are seeking a luxury Villa, fully equipped with everything you need, within view of the majestic Etna, this is the one for you. Host Lidia and her family also make sure you are comfortable and the welcome food and drinks are delicious! Also, very important, great aircon, and plenty of land surrounding the Villa to assure your privacy.
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Review for stay from 19 June 2021 to 26 June 2021

That property was perfect for our family. The pool was so relaxing after days of sightseeing. The playground on the upper terrace was enjoyed by our grandchildren. A hike to the crater in the back yard is not to be missed. A panoramic view of the area was amazing. We were greeted with food and wine that prevented us from making a trip to the store on our arrival. Several markets were in close proximity. Lydia and Tito were prompt in addressing any issues with the property. We were fortunate to experience many light shows from Mt. Etna from the upper terrace. It was truly amazing! It was a comfortable house for 7 adults and 2 children.
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Review for stay from 18 November 2023 to 24 November 2023

This was the perfect spot for our family vacation in Sicily! The location was very central for quick trips to Taormina, Siracusa, Etna. The home is amazing … beautiful grounds, lots of gathering places in the gardens, on the decks, near the pool. The space is open and clean, comfortable and full of everything we needed. The bedrooms are all very comfortable, 3 large full bathrooms, and the kitchen is a wonderful place to cook. The large dining room table was the perfect gathering spot for our group at the end of the day. Guilia was in communication with us the whole stay, giving helpful recommendations and responding to questions. Her mother welcomed us when we arrived and left us with a yummy tart, a bottle of homemade limoncello and other treats. … and yes, there are sweet kittens on the property who made our stay even more special. What more could you need?? Do not miss this property if you are traveling to Sicily!

10/10 Excellent

Elina H.

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Wonderful hosts and villa

We booked the villa for my mom’s 80th birthday and both my family and my brother’s family flew in. The hosts were already waiting for us at the properly and had made a special cake! The villa had everything you could want - pots, pans, cups, cutlery, coffee machines, toaster, microwave, etc. We cooked every night and had a great family time around the big kitchen table. We all enjoyed playing table tennis and foosball (unfortunately, couldn’t use the pool as it was still too cold). The garden was well taken care of and so peaceful with many birds chirping around all day long. The host (Lidia) was very responsive and helpful and gave us many tips on where to go and what to do. We took our kids for paragliding and they had an amazing experience. Overall, we had a memorable time at the villa and would highly recommend it, especially for family vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

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We have been with Homeaway since 2006, proposing houses that are able to unfold Sicily's colours and charm at best.
Houses with quality furnishing in unique locations, with incredible views or with a pool, always accurately selected in order to satisfy our main wish: to see you falling in love with Sicily just like we did.
We provide you with transparent information and true pictures. What you see is exactly what you get. We will advise you as much as we can about travel info, transfers and car rental.

Dinners in villas and other extra services can also be arranged. Finally, our prices are final rates! There are no hidden additional costs. We are flexible with your arrivals and departures and if you need a late check-in this is usually possible.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Dutch

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