Title: Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden Family-friendly apartment in Santa Venerina ## Photo gallery for Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden ![Pool - Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden (Santa Venerina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78590000/78588500/78588425/e3d572d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden (Santa Venerina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78590000/78588500/78588425/d6cf91f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player - Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden (Santa Venerina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78590000/78588500/78588425/e7ccbf34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden (Santa Venerina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78590000/78588500/78588425/8d375c8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden (Santa Venerina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78590000/78588500/78588425/f63bf172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 5624 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden A Relaxing Stay on Etna’s Slopes Set within a charming villa, this bright and air-conditioned apartment offers a peaceful retreat on the second floor, with a spacious terrace, private BBQ, and views of lush gardens. Guests can enjoy a shared saltwater pool, ideal for cooling off after a day of adventure. The cozy living-dining area and well-equipped kitchen make it perfect for couples or small families. A small vegetable garden is available for guests, and little ones are welcome with a cot and high chair provided. Discover Sicily’s Natural & Cultural Treasures Ideally located in Santa Venerina, this stay places you just minutes from some of Sicily’s top attractions. Explore the lunar landscapes of Etna Park just 15 km away or unwind at the scenic lava-rock beaches of Pozzillo and Stazzo, only 9 km from your doorstep. Nearby, Acireale’s Baroque architecture and the dramatic sea stacks of Acitrezza offer a cultural and visual treat. Taormina and Catania are also easily reachable for day trips full of history, shopping, and sea views. Taste the Flavors of the Region Santa Venerina is famous for its artisanal liqueurs and pastries—don’t miss trying the local rosolio or almond sweets. Head to Zafferana Etnea for its world-renowned honey, or enjoy seafood and Sicilian classics in Acireale at restaurants like Trattoria U Puttusu or I Cavaddari. Local markets and bakeries nearby ensure fresh ingredients are always within reach. Reservations for groups of persons under 28 years of age are not permitted It is strictly forbidden to organise any student party, bachelor party or drinking party in this house Layout: On the 2nd floor: (open kitchen(hob(6 ring stoves), electric kettle, cooker, hood, espresso machine, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer), Living/diningroom(single sofa bed, single sofa bed, dining table, air conditioning), Bedroom with bathroom(single sofa bed, double bed, shower, washbasin, toilet, bidet, air conditioning), bathroom(shower, washbasin, toilet, washing machine), DVD player, radio, cot, balcony or terrace, air conditioning, high chair, ironing board, iron) garden, garden furniture, BBQ, parking, swimming pool(shared with other guests, 10 x 5 m.), plancha grill These costs are mandatory and charged on site. They are not included in the rental price.: Pets; Max. 1; free of charge Bed linen; Present Optional services that you can arrange on site: Bath towels; Present Kitchen linen; Present Wifi; Free Cot + High chair; free (on request) Airconditioning; € 10/night (On request) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bidet - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Bicycles - Cycling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 624 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111410000/111403200/111403152/61575b07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy retreat nestled in the greenery and silence of unspoiled nature Santa Maria di Licodia - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=111403152&PinnedHotelID=111403152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75280000/75278400/75278352/372670ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment "Villa Romeo with tree house" with Mountain View Piedimonte Etneo - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning CA $323 CA $323 total includes taxes & fees Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=75278352&PinnedHotelID=75278352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70510000/70501700/70501656/9c662855.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Countryside House on Etna Volcano Adrano - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=70501656&PinnedHotelID=70501656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82790500/82790405/147fd328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Home 'Tropical House' with Sea View, Private Pool & Wi-Fi Carruba di Riposto - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=82790405&PinnedHotelID=82790405&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74620000/74619900/74619837/1dff0ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Etna, with swimming pool and garden. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### 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 IT-95010-32 ## About the area Located in Santa Venerina, this apartment is in a rural area and by the ocean. Butterfly House and Adventure Park Etna are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Le Zagare Shopping Center and Le Ginestre. Traveling with kids? Consider Hundred Horse Chestnut Tree, or check out an event or a game at Angelo Massimino Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. 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This is Corso Umberto, the main street of the city.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343604/6a701be1-5cb2-437c-952b-73a6abac0f2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Corso Umberto 18 min drive \- 36.1 km - ![Panoramic view of Mt. Etna with snow from the beach of Catania; Shutterstock ID 783312544](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6206823/81c95450-b12b-42e3-bd73-b91f2575a454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Catania Beach 20 min drive \- 25.7 km - Pista Santa Venera 1 min drive \- 1.5 km - Timpa Natural Reserve 5 min drive \- 3.0 km ### Getting around - Guardia Mangano Santa Venerina Station 6 min drive - Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) 34 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - La Svolta 7 min drive - Pasticceria Russo 6 min drive - Il Muretto 8 min drive - Le Cantine di Loreto 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden? ### What time is check-out at Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden? ### Where is Sicilian Retreat: Pool & Garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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