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Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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taormina, Sicily
  • Giardini Naxos Beach
    7 min drive
  • Ospedale "San Vincenzo"
    8 min drive
  • Corso Umberto
    10 min drive
  • Taormina (TFC)
    36 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina

Prestigious villa in Taormina with garden and private swimming pool. Villa Calipso was built (in its central body) in the early 1800s; it has undergone successive expansions and restored about 20 years ago. The house is located on two floors: on the ground floor there is a large living room with corner sofa, television area, wood-burning fireplace, further sofa overlooking Etna. There is also the dining room with a large table in fine wood with 8 seats; this communicates with a study with library and piano. Finally there is a large kitchen equipped with every comfort and furnishings, equipped with all the main (large and small) appliances; the cooking area is characterized by 5 burners (one with high performance) and a comfortable and large gas oven. The living area leads to an area characterized by an internal laundry room, pantry, closet and a large bathroom with corner bath. The living area overlooks a large patio with outdoor sofa area and a wonderful view of the Alcantara valley and Etna. The kitchen leads to a large outdoor area where there is a 10-seater table, outdoor sofas and a charcoal BBQ area. The first floor is accessed via a large internal staircase; there are 3 bedrooms (2 doubles and one with twin beds), two bathrooms with WC, bidet and shower, and a study area (with sofa) where there is also an independent entrance. The bedrooms are all equipped with ceiling ventilation and air conditioning. The house has central heating (city methane) and wi-fi system. The TV has satellite and digital terrestrial connection; it also has a DVD and CD system. The house is furnished with quality supplies and is regularly inhabited by the owners during the school holidays. The garden is about 2500 square meters with many ornamental plants and some citrus trees (of the quality of the famous red tarot) and prickly pears; there are 4 old olive trees. The garden is mostly located on the slope overlooking the Alcantaa valley and Etna; it is divided into several levels and is particularly well-kept. In the kitchen area there is a children's area with a tree house and a swing. The swimming pool area is large with fine outdoor furniture; there is a dressing area with bathroom and outdoor shower with hot water. The swimming pool is large (6 x12 m) with an area of maximum depth of 2.80 and one of less than 1 meter; the swimming pool has a filtering system without the use of chemicals. The swimming pool has a characteristic stepped edge. The pool area is accessed from multiple angles; the most striking is characterized by a very large scenic staircase. In the upper part of the garden there is a wrought iron gazebo that looks directly onto the Etna side; another gazebo is present on the poolside. In the garden there is an "annex" characterized by a double bed and a bathroom. Access to the Villa is very convenient with an internal brick-paved road and parking for two cars. This part of the garden has a large lawn and on the back wall of the house there is an ancient ceramic representing S. Giorgio protector of Castelmola.

Peculiar features. The superb location of Villa Calipso makes it particularly suitable for families with children; it is also the ideal location to reach the most important tourist destinations not only in the eastern part of Sicily but throughout the island. The particularly mild climate also makes it half enjoyable in all seasons: the best period is from May to July; in June it is particularly pleasant to attend, among other initiatives, the Taormina Film Festival. Even the spring and autumn period is suitable for enjoying the beach and the sea in general. The proximity to Etna (only 45 km), makes the villa enjoyable even in the colder months when skiing near the main crater of the Volcano is a truly unique experience (ski lifts in Linguaglossa Etna north).
During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Greek Ruins. Features include an outdoor pool, a water park, and a spa tub. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Greek Ruins and a few minutes from Schisò Castle
This villa offers its guests a water park, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. The family-friendly villa also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taormina villa.

Property manager

sergio

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privelages
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Soundproofing
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: E' ammesso fumare solo nelle aeree esterne

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT083097C22PADZIYT

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Private chlorine-free pool & Etna view - Villa Calipso - Taormina Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet but close to all the action
This property was wonderful for our family with two young children. It was very clean and well equipped. We felt like we were home. The pool and garden was our favorite place and we spent most of our time outside. It was also nice and quiet, while being a short drive to everything we wanted to see and do, including Giardini Naxos Beach, Etna volcano (beautiful view from the home), Taormina, Castelmola, and the supermarket is just around the corner. The house manager Roberto was excellent. He and Maria catered a meal for our family and it was delicious. I would highly recommend this home for anyone who is considering staying in the Taormina area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with a great view of Mt. Etna
The property was lovely. Very well landscaped with lots of different outdoor seating and dining options. Great view of Mt. Etna. A nice quiet neighborhood. Air conditioning in every bedroom. Nicely updated/renovated bathrooms. The property manager was very responsive to our needs. The pool was large and very clean. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert F K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, description spot on
Great stay, beautiful house, nice location. The two kitchens worked out perfectly. Roberto provided for every need. Would recommend downloading WhatsApp to ensure quicker communication once at the house. Will happily go back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Villa in Trappiletto
Villa Calipso was even more spectacular than shown in the photos. The building, the gardens and the pool were enjoyed by all in our group. Roberto,our host, was thoughtful and available, if needed. The location is perfect. Taromina is a short drive away and getting to Mt. Etna, Siracusa or Milazzo was no problem. Very highly recommended by all in our group.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa!
We enjoyed our stay at Sergio’s villa. Pictures did not do it justice… even more gorgeous in person. Clean and spacious with amazing views! Roberto was wonderful responding to any of our questions and the dinner prepared by his mother was our favorite meal of the week in the area. It was extremely hot during our week there and the air conditioning was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Property!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was great! Check in was easy, check out was quick and simple. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost Perfect
Would have appreciated a Welcome Pack and greater attention to detail Mosquito Nets Whirlpool Not prepared We loved the outdoor space and enjoyed our time at the villa and in the surrounding area Thank you for having us We will return
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
Scenic location. Villa was beautiful and local shops available for your needs. Pool fantastic and Roberto was always on hand if we had any questions or needed any information.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exellent
Very satisfied!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing villa central to everything
This house is gorgeous, with a great view of Mt. Etna. It's very central and close to many other towns nearby, including Taormina, which is very very beautiful. The owner and his team were super helpful, they even paired us with a nanny for our 1 year old. I would come back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Na
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Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Loved our stay in this beautiful house. Great location with stunning views of Etna. Also enjoyed location - quiet village with everything we needed yet within easy driving distance from all the places we wanted to visit. Lovely garden and pool. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Vincent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views in a fantastic Villa
This is the most spectacular property I have ever stayed at ! And I stay at quite a few. It has that old world charm and It is even more beautiful than The VRBO pictures. There are so many charming comfortable places to relax . The windows and wrought iron are beautiful. Kitchen is nicely equipped . Roberto was fantastic setting us up and attending to anything we needed immediately all through the week. I am recommending Villa Calypso to friends and family. Bravo Villa Calypso

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Villa with Wonderful Views
Lovely villa with a great outdoor space and lots of seating areas on multi-levels with a wonderful view of Mt. Etna.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
I stayed here with my kids (10 and 13) and in-laws for a week in May. The property is absolutely amazing - even better than the photos make it look! There are so many different places to sit and have a drink/eat a meal, in the sun or shade, by the pool, on the terrace, all with fantastic views of Etna and the beautiful surrounding countryside. You are not overlooked anywhere on the property, so it feels very private. And the house itself is stunning, with high ceilings in the living area and a really well equipped kitchen. Even the showers were good - something you can’t always say about holiday lets! It’s also easy to get to by car from Catania airport, and well situated to get to Taormina and other places of interest. Overall would highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Allan W.

Absolutely beautiful and relaxing.
Weather was pretty poor but villa was delightful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Magnificent & Beautiful but in need of some TLC!
Just one look at the images of Villa Calypso and you begin to imagine what a wonderful holiday opportunity awaits you at this truly spectacular villa set off of the Main Street of Trappitello. It’s promise is hidden behind an innocuous black metal gated fence beyond which lies a treasure trove of traditional and rural Italian design. Once through the gates drive leads down to a wider path opening up to a sweeping terracotta stairway to the huge pool (16m long) and sunbathing area furnished with large sun umbrellas and comfortable loungers. The interior is equally stunning if somewhat dated, furnished with Italianate rococo pieces heavy on the eye but fascinating to look at. With two terraces one for dining and one for lounging both overlooking Mount Etna you may feel as if you have found paradise. The bedrooms are far more modest two of which have air-con and comfortable double beds. As for the bathrooms, they are perfectly adequate for a weeks stay. The living rooms are comfortable if a little overused with the sofas showing distinct signs of wear. The kitchen has everything and more that you would expect to find in a lived in family home and that is obviously what this is, a wonderful family home that has character in abundance. However all of the compliments cannot make up for the fact that the entire property is seriously showing its age and the fact that it was last refurbished 20 years ago with everything now in need of some serious TLC. But that said a stay here can prove quite magical beyond imagination. Stephania and Roberto were always on hand to resolve and minor issues that cropped up but if there was one point in particular that disappointed it was that pool and surrounding patio area was only cleaned once during our 7 day stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gay K., Plymouth, Devon, UK

A beautiful villa and garden
We had a great holiday at Villa Calipso - five adults and a baby. There was plenty of room for all of us and it was lovely having so many quiet places in the garden to sit and enjoy the wonderful and ever changing views of Mount Etna. Roberto and Stefania were always very helpful and had lots of ideas about local places to visit. We really loved our Sicilian meal cooked for us by Roberto's delightful mother - the food was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed our visits to Taormina and Syracuse and two of our party had great fun going to the top of Etna. Many thanks to Sergio and everyone for a very pleasant and comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louise D.

A beautiful villa with wonderful organisation - Stefi and Roberto were responsive to all our needs
This is a beautiful villa. Our favourite part was waking up each morning to check out the views of Mount Etna - constantly changing and constantly amazing. Roberts's mother coming to cook a meal was wonderful.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Majestic Vista of Mt. Etna
Our stay at Villa Calypso was spectacular. Upon our arrival and meeting Roberto, a fire works event started at a nearby town. Following a great meal at a local restaurant Al Fiorno, recommended by Roberto and Graciela our vehicle had a flat tire on a Sunday night. With the assistance of Sergio and the help of Roberto that night and early the next morning our travels were rescued . The house has the perfect pool for relaxing, enjoying th spectacular Mt. Etna and surrounding country side. The facilities are very complete with all kitchen and linens available. The interior decorating is ornate.and provides a atmosphere of luxury.. The landscaping is beautiful, with a nearby lemon orchard and flowers everywhere. Food shopping is nearby and so is the autrostrada no. 18.. The villa is located so you can engage in sightseeing everyday and barely scrape the surface of this wonderful area. I can't say enough about thow comfortable Villa Calypso is other than we could have stayed indefinitely and just soaked in the nature, calmness, beauty and grandness of the surroundings. Charles Silverman Maplewood, New Jersey.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

6/10 Okay

Helen G.

Great location and stunning outside area
The location was lovely, handy to Taormina and other parts of eastern Sicily. It took a while to find on the first night but that was our fault as our maps weren't the best and we arrived later than expected. Roberto, the local property carer was kindly waiting for us and was really helpful and friendly. The house was a good size and had wonderful outdoor areas which we loved, even if the weather was a bit rainy at times. There is a great view from the garden and we also enjoyed the local shops a short walk away in Trapitello, which felt very Sicilian and not at all touristy. The house itself has many nice features, including the open fire, which we were glad to have in November. However, a little more needs to be done to fulfil the potential, particularly in terms of plumbing and hot water. The house has 3 bathrooms, but we could only get water hot enough to shower downstairs in one bathroom, and even then it was only just better than warm rather than really hot. Not great in winter time. The cisterns in the toilets also needed a bit of help to fill properly at times, and the lighting could have been better/brighter, including in the kitchen. All these are small things that wouldn't require too much investment by the owners. Some printed material on local sites and how to get there would also be helpful. An app has been provided but we couldn't get it to work and many international travellers don't have internet on their phones when they are abroad as it is too expensive. It was good to have onsite parking, thank you. The booking agency was efficient and everything went smoothly on that front.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Villa Calipso
We - 5 adults and 3 children - stayed at Villa Calipso in October 2019 and all found the villa amazing. The house itself is charming and authetic and the garden is absolutely wonderful with a lot of nice spots from where you can enjoy an amazing view of Etna. We also enjoyed an absolutely fantastic local dinner made by Robertos mother served at the house terrasse. Moreover, the location of the villa is a perfect starting point for exploring Sicily. We would defintely like to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Underbart hus, trädgård och pool
Vi hade en underbar vecka i huset! Poolen och utsikten är fantastisk och vi fick många bra tips om bad och restauranger. Skulle absolut vilja komma tillbaka!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property and great location
This home was absolutely beautiful. The pool was perfect, easy for the kids to get in and out. The house was very clean and the garden/patio flows really well. We went to various places around Sicily so the location was perfect for that. The butcher at the end of their street and the fruit trucks had amazing food and there is a grocer close by when they are closed. We were given lots of tips by Roberto which was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely villa - shame about the weather!
Villa Calipso is a beautiful well-appointed villa with excellent facilities inside and lovely gardens with pool. Unfortunately the weather was unusually poor for some of the week we were there so we didn't get to use the pool much but mornings were sunny and breakfast on the patio with superb views of Etna was very special! If we had one suggestion, it would be that a folder of information, which we have had when we have rented in other parts of the world, might be helpful. The sort of thing that contains information about the villa and its workings, local shops and restaurant suggestions, even possible trips or visits?
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019