Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park - Montargano

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11150 sq m

Explore the area

Montargano, Sicilia

Corso Umberto27 min drive
Taormina Cable Car27 min drive
Greek Theatre31 min drive
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park

The Villa del Gelso, on the edge of the Etna park, about 800 m a.s.l., very close to the most beautiful paths of the park, a UNESCO heritage site, with its ski and hiking trails.
Exceptional solution for all seasons thanks to its large swimming pool, its two barbecues, one of which is internal, to the pizzeria with an ancient 18th century oven in light lava stone. The firewood is supplied, on demand, at special prices (not included in the rental cost of the villa). The house also has one jacuzi in the pool, a playground and high-speed internet connection. Ideal starting point for naturalistic excursions along the paths of Etna.
Villa del Gelso is a place to seek peace and relaxation surrounded by beautiful nature, a happy place to leave your children free to play in a natural and absolutely safe environment.
Lido at special prices available during the summer bathing season.
The quiet, the healthy air, the wide spaces available to guests, the salt water swimming pool with whirlpool and view of Etna, the playground, our exclusive pizzeria with a 400-year-old oven, the wonderful flowers, the atmosphere that reigns in the villa.

Property manager

Salvo Ariano

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pets

Pets allowed

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 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

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

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

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

Mascali

Located in Mascali, this holiday home is in the mountains. Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Etna and Giardini Naxos Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree and Adventure Park Etna.

What's nearby

Etna Park Visitor Center - 9 min drive
Corso Umberto - 27 min drive
Taormina Cable Car - 27 min drive
Church of San Domenico - 27 min drive
Greek Theatre - 31 min drive

Getting around

Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station - 19 min drive
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

Le 7 Torri - 12 min drive
Castagno dei Cento Cavalli - 6 min drive
Pasticceria Bar Vittorio Papotto - 5 min drive
Pinseria, Bar, Ritrovo Mareneve - 9 min drive
Pasticceria Condorelli - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park?

As of 16 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park on 19 Apr 2024 start from £252.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa del Gelso - Chalet in the Etna Park located?

This family-friendly Mascali holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Etna, Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree and Sanctuary of Santa Maria of Vena. Adventure Park Etna and Etna Park Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Steve R., Bishopsteignton, Devon

15 Jul 2018

Etna Views at Mountainside Villa

Salvo was a very attentive host, always willing to help and make recommendations. The villa is nicely situated for Mount Etna, has 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms with a number of good restaurants nearby. A car is essential. Taormina and Catania are about one hour away.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

23 Jul 2017

Lovely villa, really helpful owner, great views of Mt Etna.

Perfect villa for a relaxing holiday. Salvo and his family were very helpful, and the homemade pizzas in the wood fired oven were wonderful.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Selina R.

30 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Cute house, friendly host

It’s a simple but cute house. Many little things didn’t work like the light in the pool or the broken cutting boards in the kitchen. The house is far away from other places or foodshopping places but nice view on the Edna and very calm. The host was very friendly and helpfull.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf H.

28 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spektakuläre Lage mit Blick auf den Ätna und das Mittelmeer

Die Villa liegt oberhalb des Ortes Giarre, ca. 10 km die sehr kurvige Straße hoch. Da der Ätna einige Tage zuvor Asche ausgestoßen hatte, waren die Reinigungskräfte bei unserer Ankunft noch dabei, die Außenanlage zu säubern. Die Übergabe klappte dennoch reibungslos. Leider verfügt die Villa nicht über die von Deutschen gerne genutzte Filter Kaffeemaschine, es waren jedoch zwei Espressomaschinen vorhanden. Nach anfänglich hitziger Diskussion stellte sich unser Vermieter als ausgesprochen nett, zuvorkommend und engagiert heraus, alle zwei Tage war er vor Ort und kümmerte sich um den Pool. Unübertroffen seine Restaurant Tipps, diese haben wir sehr genossen. Das Haus selbst ist toll, hier und da könnte man jedoch mit ein paar wenigen Handgriffen ein wahres Schmuckstück daraus machen. Fehlende (große) Kaffeetassen, fehlende Kaffeelöffel und angestoßenes Geschirr sind hier nur exemplarische Punkte. An einigen Kommoden (Vorsicht, es gibt nur einen Kleiderschrank in der ganzen Villa und der war mit Decken und Kissen belegt!!!) waren die Knöpfe kaputt oder haben ganz gefehlt, was jedoch vom Vermieter kurzerhand repariert wurde. Sei´s drum, wir haben es mit italieneischer Gelassenheit genommen und den Aufenthalt insgesamt sehr genossen. Prima, das Haus verfügt in jedem Schlafraum über eine Klimaanlage. Ganz toll ist der sehr schön angelegte Garten mit dem Pool, hier kann man prima verweilen. Allerdings gibt es nur vier Liegen (wovon eine kaputt war), was bei der ausgeschriebenen Personenzahl, das Haus soll für neun Personen ausgelegt sein, deutlich zu wenig ist. Zusammenfassend: ein tolles Haus, etwas abseits gelegen mit einem angenehmen Vermieter. Auf jeden Fall zu empfehlen, wenn man seine deutschen Erwartungen ein wenig zurückschraubt.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ralf W.

25 Oct 2017

Gelände zum Wohlfühlen

Mit 2 Familien gab es genug Platz und Raum, um gemütliche Stunden in der Villa del Gelso zu verbringen. Der Kamin sorgte für Wärme im Esszimmer. Ein Highlight für uns alle war das vom Vermieter organisierte Pizzabacken im hauseigenen Pizzaofen. Es war einfach köstlich und so viel Pizza, dass wir 2 Tage davon essen konnten.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017