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Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands

Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands

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Overview of Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands

5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

CASTROREALE, Sicily
  • Popular LocationCastroreale Civic Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarina di Portorosa21 min drive
  • Popular LocationParc Museum Jalari23 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outside shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands

A detached 4-bedroom Villa available to book all year round, fully fitted to a high standard with quality bamboo furnishings. Villa Malú has a unique vantage point with a large private garden with spectacular views of the Aeolian Islands, which can be seen from the villa’s very own private heated pool with hydro-massage for 6 guests (10mx5m & 1.5m depth). De-stress with the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and serenity of the best of Sicily.

Villa Malú is a detached 140 m2 property with extensive terraced grounds (1000 m2). This property has a large front yard at the entrance suitable for parking up to 3 cars.

The garden has an abundance of beautiful trees filled with fruit (to pick should you choose), beautiful palms and ancient olive trees surrounded by the tranquil countryside. The Villa is located on the hills of one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, Castroreale (Messina).

Accommodation at Villa Malú is all on one floor. The main entrance takes you into a welcoming open living and dining space, comprising a cosy lounge area with a comfy sofa (with an option to turn into a sofa bed if needed). In addition, there is Ambilight TV. Next to this you will find a fully-equipped kitchen.

There are a total of 4 bedrooms; 1 master bedroom with a super king-sized bed, 2 other bedrooms with king-sized beds & the final bedroom comprising of 2 twin beds. The villa is able to comfortably host 8 adults. You can access the romantic double bedroom with en-suite from the other end of the living space. The bathroom consists of a whirlpool bathtub and the room has direct access to the pool. As mentioned the other 3 bedrooms include; a snug master bedroom, with its own en-suite with a bath and direct access to the pool. The other 2 rooms share an adjacent shower room with a washing machine.

Wi-fi and air-conditioning are also available throughout the entire property. If required, central heating is available for the winter months.

The cost to heat the pool is included all year around but the months of June, July, August & September it needs to be requested for a fee. The pool area is equipped with 8 sun loungers, 2 umbrellas and matching side tables, where you can relax and enjoy the warm weather. Here you will also find an outdoor sink and shower. The garden is not over-looked by any other property, therefore as well as soaking up the sun, you can revel in the luxury of total privacy.

There is also a veranda with an outside wooden table and benches which accommodates 12 people for dining and relaxing outdoors, round to the back of the property (past the pool area) you'll find a barbecue for outdoor cooking where you can admire the stunning Sicilian sunset every night along with some tasty local food and wine!

The Villa is located only 5 minutes walk to the closest grocery store and 15 minutes walk to the town centre where you will find more restaurants, bars and pubs.

Not far away are the beaches of Tonnarella and Baia del Tono Milazzo (Both Sandy).

From nearby Port of Milazzo you can take the hydrofoil or ferry to visit one of the UNESCO world heritage sites, the Aeolian Islands, such as Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Panarea, Alicudi, Filicudi and Stromboli (the island with an active volcano).

Villa Malú is conveniently located to visit some of the most beautiful places in Sicily: Tindari, Milazzo, Capo D'Orlando, Taormina, Cefalù, Catania and the Europe’s tallest active volcano, Mount Etna.



Property manager

MARCO RAPPAZZO

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish
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Sustainability

Sustainability practices

100% renewable energy
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Comprehensive food waste policy
Locally-sourced food (80% minimum)
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Castroreale

Located in Castroreale, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Marina di Portorosa and Port of Milazzo are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Castroreale Civic Museum - 15 min walk
  • Piazza Delle Aquile - 16 min walk
  • Marina di Portorosa - 21 min drive
  • Parc Museum Jalari - 23 min drive
  • Port of Milazzo - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Pace del Mela Station - 26 min drive
  • Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizzeria Rhodis - 12 min drive
  • Terra Mia - Ristorante Pizzeria - 13 min drive
  • Kecco's - 12 min drive
  • Rio Bar - 12 min drive
  • Ritrovo Rhodis - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful 4 Bed Villa with Heated pool & Jacuzzi Overlooking Aeolian Islands located?

This family-friendly Castroreale villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Church of Candelora, Castroreale Civic Museum and Tower of Federico II. Piazza Delle Aquile and Cathedral of Castroreale are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Clare C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunsets!
Well equipped villa with amazing sunsets - we had a great two week holiday and nothing was any trouble for Marco, or his Uncle and Aunt, who looked after us very well during our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

5/5 Excellent

Andy E., Epsom, Surrey, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful villa with views you cannot take your eyes off
The villa itself has all the mod cons you might expect - and a large pool for refreshing dips during the heat of the Sicilian sunshine. But the star of the show is the location and view. The views are truly far reaching, stretching to distant hills and mountains - down to valleys - and across to the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Aeolian Islands beyond. My camera is now full of photos of the beautiful sunsets - with glorious colours as the sun sank over the sea. Nearby to the villa is the pretty hilltop village of Castroreale with a couple of bars and restaurants - and mini markets for the bare essentials. The nearest large supermarkets are around a 20-25 minute drive down the mountain roads. Initially the approach roads seemed a challenge - but we soon learned to enjoy the hairpin bends and numerous gear changes - great fun :-) Lastly we have to thank Marco, the owner and booking manager - who handled our questions and was a great source of information about the villa and local area...And a special mention for Guiseppe, Marco's uncle, who lives within a couple of hundred metres of the villa and is always on hand for anything you might need. A kind and generous man - speaks very little English - but has a PHD in the use of Google Translate !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

5/5 Excellent

stuart h.

Its an attractive and well maintained property in an excellent location.
We were made to feel at home and couldn't have been happier with the welcome we received from Marcos's uncle Giuseppe. They were always on hand with useful information on the area and would always be available if needed. The villa is situated in a lovely spot close to all the amenities you will require but far enough away giving you peace and quiet. If we were to holiday again in Sicily we would't have any hesitation in staying there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Jørgen S., Denmark

Nice and calm place with a stunning view
Very nice house with all you need. Fantastic swimmingpool, stunning views, nice sorroundings and a very good service from Marco and his uncle Giuseppe. We loved it and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a nice, clean and calm place to stay for the vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Sarah T.

Beautiful views and location !
We are a family of 6, with 4 children aged 13,12,10 and 6 . The children really enjoyed using the pool every day and it was a spacious, well equipped villa. The spectacular views felt very luxurious and all for a very reasonable rental price. Lots of interesting places nearbye to visit or else just relax every day !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by MARCO RAPPAZZO

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History of Villa Malú
Our story began when my mother, Carmelina Rappazzo inherited the land in 2003 from my grandparents. Together with my father Giovanni Rappazzo, they decided to build a holiday home in their picturesque hometown of Castroreale.
My parent’s dream was to spend every hot summer in beautiful Sicily with me and my brother. Soon after my mother had an idea to name our beloved family vacation home, and ‘Villa Malú’ was born. The inspiration came from combining me and my brother’s names – ‘Ma’ from Marco & ‘lú’ from Luca.
As we got older and eventually left home, we felt compelled to share the beauty of Sicily with the rest of the world. Not long after, Villa Malú became a business venture. Since 2015, Luca and I have been hard at work renovating and enhancing the villa. Some of which included installing a family-sized pool and modernising the facilities for more sustainable qualities.
From then on, the villa was open for business, we have been welcoming guests every year to come and enjoy everything that Sicily has to offer. Taking this one step further, we have also created unique experiences for guests through collaborating with local businesses.

Village Malú was born

Then in April 2020, we took the decision to set ourselves an ambitious goal. This led to the creation of ‘Village Malú Ltd’, the dream is to have a series of luxury villas with breath-taking views and continue sharing the beauty of Castroreale with the world. Our ambition is to take our learnings and experience from transforming the original Villa Malú into a successful holiday-let and applying these skills to future developments.
Looking beyond today, the dream is to create a selection of unique properties offering exclusive services in Castroreale. Village Malú will be able to cater for intimate wedding parties, small group tours & other local activities, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the authentic charm of the village.

Why they chose this property

Plans for the Future of Village Malú

To give you an idea of what’s next, each villa in the development will be built with sustainability in mind. Solar panels will be the main source of energy, all the water supplied will be sourced locally, and EV chargers available for use.
Each holiday home will consist of a minimum of 3-4 bedrooms, showcasing a master bedroom with its own ensuite, and private jacuzzi to enjoy. We intend to have each villa maintain its own design and style such as; modern, classic & traditional Sicilian interior designs. Each villa will be unique to each other but come together as a Village.
Keeping with the tradition of the original naming convention, the second villa is currently in development to be ready for guests in 2024. This villa will be called Villa Sanpé, inspired by my auntie Santina and uncle Giuseppe. My auntie is currently the House Keeper of Village Malú, and my uncle was the original Property Manager for Villa Malú before sadly passing away in 2021. Since then my cousin Giandomenico has stepped into this shoes to support the family business.
The third villa is a longer-term goal, but I can share a little bit of the vision with you now. My brother and I are aiming to have this completed for guests in 2026. In order to thank our parents for their sacrifices and support in our journey so far. We will call the third addition to Village Malú, Villa Meligió, to commemorate our wonderful parents Carmelina & Giovanni.
In parallel to the development and design work, we are collaborating with other local businesses in the village. Particularly projects where sustainability and family-values are key. Our partnerships span from tours at the local bio-park where guests can learn about Sicilian herbs and vegetables, and take home with them staple ingredients grown locally. To other experiences like wine tasting with a local wine producer, both at the vineyard or in the comfort of the villa!

What makes this property unique

Village Malú and our Commitment to You

My family and I will continue to work hard as a team to maintain Village Malú so that each one of our guests have the most comfortable stay with the best service possible. We remain hopeful that our villas will continue to delight families, friends, couples visiting from all around the world.
On behalf of my family and team, I want to thank you for reading our story and staying with us at Village Malú. We are committed to growing sustainably whilst creating a community both guests and locals can enjoy. Every booking we get, we are investing 100% back into making this dream a reality. If you would like to support us further and provide a donation, no matter how small, it will help a tremendous amount.
If you are interested in hearing more about the progress we are making, please don't hesitate to reach out!

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