Title: Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia - 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 home # Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia Vacation home with kitchen, near Via Etnea ## Photo gallery for Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121680000/121673900/121673863/2a4e440e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121680000/121673900/121673863/f231a95c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121680000/121673900/121673863/ef8d517f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo - Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121680000/121673900/121673863/37ed1b78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia (Catania)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121680000/121673900/121673863/40604cbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Via Etnea and Catania Cathedral, Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Francesco Home, Catania within walking distance of the Old Town and Corso Italia Vacation home with kitchen, near Via Etnea This smoke-free vacation home features laundry facilities and barbecue grills. The vacation home provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a washing machine and a dining area, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony. Housekeeping is available on request. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in hallways - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - 100% renewable energy - Bed sheets changed on request - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - 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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 Property Registration Number IT087015c2ld2zt4r9 ### 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 ## About the area Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, a neighborhood in Catania, this vacation home is near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Catania Beach and Mount Etna can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Catania Port. Agricola Gambino and Butterfly House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. 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