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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Giarre, CT
  • Mount Etna
    3 min drive
  • Trattoria Pizzeria del Bosco
    14 min walk
  • Giarre-Riposto Station
    20 min drive
  • Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    52 min drive

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Holiday Home 'Superior Etna House' with View of Etna, Terrace & Wi-Fi

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Washer
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Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (7)
The price is NZ$699
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Holiday Home 'Superior Etna House' with View of Etna, Terrace & Wi-Fi

About the area

Giarre

With a stay at this cottage in Giarre, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Mount Etna and Barone di Villagrande 1727. .This family-friendly cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Adventure Park Etna and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Etna Park Visitor Center.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 3 min drive
  • Barone di Villagrande 1727 - 4 min drive
  • Etna Park Visitor Center - 7 min drive
  • Piano Provenzana - 24 min drive
  • Etna Cable Car - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Giarre-Riposto Station - 20 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barone di Villagrande - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria N'da Calata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donna Peppina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪4 Archi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪I Pasticcieri dell'Etna - ‬5 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.

Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea

Casa Rosa is a renovated farmhouse amidst a beautiful natural environment: 2 hectares of vineyards, cherry trees and a wooded valley ideal for your summer picnic. On one side you can admire the Mount Etna and on the other side the coast: a landscape of 150 km that stretches until Taormina, the coast of Calabria in the far north and the province of Syracuse in the south.

The ground floor has a living room with fireplace, sofa and dining table, kitchen, bathroom with toilet, bidet and shower, and a living room with double sofa-bed. In the attic there is a bedroom with large double bed, a terrace and a large bedroom with large double bed and two single beds. There is also a bathroom with toilet, bidet and shower. The garden is equipped with garden furniture including parasol and beach chairs, barbecue and various toys for children. The fireplace also supplies the central heating which makes Casa Rosa also suitable for a winter holiday. There is wifi internet.

Casa Rosa is an excellent base from which to explore eastern Sicily. The village lies halfway between Catania and Taormina and just 15 kilometres from Acireale (a pretty little city, built on a plateau of lava, that is known for its Baroque churches). Giardini Naxos, a seaside resort with a sandy beach, is just 25 km from Casa Rosa (15 minutes with the highway).

Casa Rosa is also an excellent base from which to explore Mount Etna and its surroundings.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

Please note the price includes one set of linen and bathroom towels per person.
In the case of winter stays, the price includes an initial supply of wood for the fireplace.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Giulia Tiriticco / Victor van Veelen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1722 sq ft (160 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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 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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT087017C2Z4QEW5BC

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

Property is also known as

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Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
Cosy Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea Giarre
Cosy Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea Giarre
Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
Cosy Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea Giarre
Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea Giarre
Cosy House Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea
Cosy Rustic Charm big Garden Sublime View Etna sea Giarre
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Cosy house with rustic charm, big garden and sublime view on the Etna and sea Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 93 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Fab location, lots to see and beautiful area to visit. Place was great and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The location was idyllic and the view stunning! Ernesto greeted us with olive oil, grapes from his vineyard, cheese, meats, bread, olives water and his delicious wine from his private stock. What a lovely eay to be introduced to the Etna area. Ernesto was very responsive to all our requests -a gracious host! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Out of this world
The photos don't do it justice, this place is INCREDIBLE. The views are totally out of this world - Mount Etna on one side, and you look out over what feels like the whole of Sicily on the other. I watched the sun rise one morning and couldn't believe my eyes. Truly stunning. Ernesto is the sweetest man, he left us fresh bread, local cheeses, fruit, his own olive oil (the best we tasted), beer, his own white wine (delicious) and lots of goodies for when we arrives which was so kind. He so showed us the cherry trees in the orchard and said we could help ourselves which was a particular highlight for the kids. Before we went I told him my son really wanted to come to Italy and pick lemons, he'd harvested his lemon trees before our trip but saved some on one tree for my children, they were over the moon and I was so touched. The house is incredibly well kitted out, had everything we needed and totally beautiful, I felt like I was in a movie the whole time. Don't hesitate to book this place, we had the trip of a lifetime and made such special memories in this house. Thank you Ernesto for everything you did for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert K., Prague, Czech Republic

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Cozy old house, nice garden, comfy bedrooms. Ernesto, the owner/caretaker was super-nice and helpful. Recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful and tranquil stay
We had an absolutely amazing time at Casa Rosa. If you are looking to unplug and be amongst nature and silence, this is the place to be. The house itself is beautifully restored, it looks just like the photos. It is equipped with everything you could possible need. We loved the yard and surrounding area of vineyard and fruit trees. Every morning waking up and watching the sunrise over the sea was bliss, a sight we will never forget. This was a perfect stay for us and our 2 young children, lots of room inside and out. The hosts Ernesto and Maria very kind and warm. They were quick to respond to any questions and even stocked the kitchen for our arrival. I cannot say enough about this unique accommodation- we hope to return!

10/10 Excellent

Eugene C.

!A wet February
This property is set up in the hills with spectacular views to the sea one way and mount etna the other. We were unfortunate to pick the wettest week of the year, but with the cosy stove in the lounge, which also heats the radiators around the house, this was not a problem. We were greeted with some fresh bread, local cheeses, olives and the owner's own olive oil. A delicious snack rounded off with a bottle of the owner's own wine. The villa is down an unmade track, but although this looked quite scary, our hired corsa coped very well with it. The air is slightly cooler up in the hills, so apparently this is ideal in the very hot summer months. There is a lovely garden with a barbecue - but unfortunately we did not have the weather to enable us to enjoy it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

maureen d.

Lovely house with rustic charm. Great outside space and amazing views.
Comfortable little house which was well equipped for a holiday stay. Excellent store cupboard and lovely fresh local provisions provided by the owner, Ernesto. There is plenty of local information available and Ernesto is keen to ensure that you have what you need. There is a Tourist Office in Zafferano which also has a range of supermarkets, small shops, restaurants and bars. The house provides an excellent base for touring the major sites. Taormina is very accessible as are many small coastal towns. Etna, above the house, is ever changing and there are many interesting walks in the area as well as to the busier Refugios. We had a lovely stay here and would recommend the house and the owner's kind attention. Wifi works well.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Stunning, stunning stunning.....
Words cannot do Ernesto's farmhouse justice, idyllic, peaceful, charming. If you are going to this part of the island I doubt you will find a better place to stay. Ernesto is the perfect host, he left us his wine, homemade jams, bread and salami and gave us all the information needed to explore the area. I wish we were still there!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Radu S.

Nice and quiet farmhouse with great panorama
Ernesto is a great host, available and helpful. In a quiet neighbourhood, the farmhouse is nice and has great surrounding garden and terrific panorama over Etna and sea coast. Outside breakfast and coffee time areas are also very cute & kitchen has everything you would need. The relatively difficult access road is more than balanced by all described advantages of the property. Everything needed you can buy in the 2 vicinity villages.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

susana S., UK, Manchester

The perfect italian experience!!
We are a family of 4, with a 5 and a 9 years old. We were looking for a place with plenty of space for the kids to play and run freely without bothering anyone, a place with a view and a place where we could just relax listening to just the sounds of nature. Ernesto's house had all that and more! It was just perfect! And beautiful since we got there in time to see all the cherry trees in full bloom. The house itself is very comfortable and my husband enjoyed very much getting in touch with his inner manhood via lightening the fire every night, thought the house was warm enough without it. We made barbecues and breakfasted looking at the sea.There is wi-fi, so the kids were also entertained in between our trips around the east side of Sicily (the west coast is too far away for day trips) and after exploring the different paths that run around the house itself. Mount Etna was practically just behind us and Ernesto gave us some tips to save up on expensive pre-arranged tours up there. He also provided a feast of locally produced tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, olives and wine on our first day, which was just great. We couldn't recommend the place enough. It truly is an Italian experience, far from other tourists and boring hotels with overcrowed pools. Even the (very) bumpy and narrow road that takes you to the house was quite an experience - just don't hire a big car!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016

10/10 Excellent

robin l., Oxford

A wonderful house in a wonderful location
For us the house lived up to all the other 5 star reviews. In winter, when the clouds lift to reveal it, the summit of Etna looming behind the house is an imposing sight whilst the Ionian sea in front of the house is constantly changing colour as the light shifts. The house has been renovated to the highest standard. It has lovely artisan terracotta tiles and cherry wood beams and floors. All the furniture and fittings have been chosen and fitted with great skill and care. Everything is totally in keeping with a Sicilian farmhouse. The only sounds floating up from the plain below the house are those of church bells from the nearest villages. Nearer to the house, dogs, cockerels and the tinkling of sheep bells; lovely country sounds against a back drop of peace and tranquility. Tending the fire in winter is something of a hobby. In winter you can be nice and warm in front of the fire but the heating only takes the chill off the rest of the house. As long as you're prepared to wear a few layers it's fine. The welcome from Ernesto was as others have described. He is extremely helpful and nice. The fire was lit to welcome us when we arrived, along with wine, olive oil and other essentials. Nervous drivers should note that the road to the house is narrow and made of rough stones. If you're heading to destinations along the coast use the A18 toll road to go North / south and then drop down to your destination. Much of the coast road is busy and built up and driving along it is slow and stressful. Any one who who enjoys peace, beautiful surroundings and views will love this house. It is also very well placed for getting to see the Etna national park and the coast. The two nearest settlements Zafferana and Milo are both charming places and Zafferna has very good supermarkets. Robin and Teresa Lipsey (visited Dec/ Jan 2015/16.)
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

A beautiful old farmhouse in Sicily!!!!
Our stay at Ernesto's farm house was very pleasant.. The pictures does not do it justice.It is filled with good spirits. The kitchen is well equipped for producing good meals. Upon our arrival we were welcomed with wine (made by Ernesto) fresh cheeses, bread, olive oil (made by Ernesto) a basket of tomatoes, peppers,Sicilian lemons,lettuce, grapes, and apples. The views from the yard both day and night are truly beautiful.. I would highly recommend staying at this farmhouse.. Thank you Ernesto for your warm hospitality. Deborah and Lawrence Maissen
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2015

8/10 Good

Sebastian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schönes Bauernhaus
Einige kleinere technische Schwierigkeiten mit dem Strom,sonst alles super
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjolein d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoying the view
Loved the place. The view is amazing. The surroundings are very peaceful and quiet. There are enough nice places to visit relatively nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valérie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maison avec vue sur l'Etna
Ernesto a été un hôte formidable et trés attentionné. Lors de notre arrivée de nombreux mets nous attendaient dans le frigo et Ernesto a pris le temps de nous conseiller sur les sites à visiter. Sa maison est trés agréable et le jardin avec vue sur l'Etna a été pour nous l'occasion d'observer de magnifiqueséruptions. Ma
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Haus in den Weinbergen
Sehr empfehlenswert. Ein schönes Haus in toller Lage und Blick auf Meer und Etna. Gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amelie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes ruhiges Haus
Das Haus ist wunderschön, gut ausgestattet, eine tolle Umgebung und sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Christoph S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Natur pur mit traumhaftem Blick
Etwas abgelegen, aber das macht den Ort aus. Toller Blick auf das Meer und den Ätna. Das Haus ist großzügig geschnitten. Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt und können es empfehlen.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Rosa in Zafferana Etnea
Ein schönes Haus mit einer sensationelle Aussicht bis zum Meer und zum Ätna. Sehr sauber, sehr freundliche Vermieterinnen und Ernesto, von dem man Schlüssel und eine umfangreiche Einweisung bekommt, ist einfach ein Schatz. Ein rundum gelungener Urlaub.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

serge G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon accueil Ernesto nous à remis des petits présents des le calme notre arrivée
Le calme et la vue
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

NADINE C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accueil parfait dans un endroit superbe
La location correspond à l’annonce, l’accueil d’Ernesto est très sympa avec pleins de bonnes petites surprises (marmelade, fruits, pain ...). La vue est superbe avec l’etna juste à côté. Le gîte est très bien équipé avec tout à disposition. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. Encore merci à Ernesto.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

wolfgang s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idylle am Ätna
Idyllisches Bauernhaus mit Garten und Weingut und sehr schönem Blick auf den Ätna, auf das Meer und die benachbarten Dörfer. Allein und ruhig gelegen. Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Gastgeber. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohlgefühlt.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Frieder S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schönes Bauernhaus am Ätna
Wir haben insgesamt 13 Tage in dieser schönen Unterkunft verbracht. Die Lage mitten in den Weinbergen ist toll, ebenso wie der Blick sowohl auf das Meer als auch auf den Ätna (wenn er denn nicht in Wolken ist). Die Anfahrt aus Petrulli über den schmalen Weg ist noch in Ordnung, allerdings nur mit einem normalen Auto. Tiefergelegte Sportwagen haben hier nichts verloren. Gewöhnungsbedürftig ist dagegen die Einfahrt auf das Gelände sowie die Ausfahrt. Aufgrund einer Wand gegenüber muss man schon heftig rangieren, aber Übung macht den Meister. Hervorzuheben ist der Gastgeber Ernesto. Freundliche Begrüßung mit einem Korb Lebensmittel für die erste Zeit. Ausführliche Erklärung des Hauses und der Einrichtung. Er war auch bei kleineren Problemen wie etwa einer leeren Gasflasche für den Gas-Beistellofen sofort zur Stelle. Für Reisende, die eine ruhige Unterkunft in der Natur am Ätna suchen, ist die Casa Rosa ideal. Und trotz der Abgeschiedenheit ist Zafferana Etnea mit seinen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Cafés nur ca. 8 Autominuten entfernt.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Un lieu enchanteur
Très bon séjour avec une vue imprenable sur l'Etna, la vallée et la mer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josef A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and great host
We had a wonderful time and were warmly greated by the host Ernesto, who not only gave us a lot of useful recommendations but was so nice to provide us with fresh fruits and vegetables, some drinks and local specialities. The house is beautifully located at the top of a vineyard with a great view. We will definetely try to return to Casa Rosa as soon as possible :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021