Title: Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily Vacation home in San Giovanni la Punta with an outdoor pool and a hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33680000/33675200/33675199/3be57594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33680000/33675200/33675199/d2fd326b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33680000/33675200/33675199/bc314f59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33680000/33675200/33675199/801711c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33680000/33675200/33675199/fd2c44f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 4409 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Pool - Barbecue grill - Washer - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily Mare-Montagna is the right mix for an unforgettable holiday. "ARATOWN Guest House" immersed in an oasis of peace, away from the chaos of the city, is located in a strategic point that allows you to quickly reach the places of interest: a stone's throw from the motorway exit for Catania, 10 minutes from the city center, 20 minutes from Etna, 10 minutes from the sea, 30 minutes from Taormina and 20 minutes from Syracuse and Noto. Inside the Ara Town there are two guest apartments called "Ara Blu" and "Ara Rossa". The unique "Ara Blu" apartment will be the ideal place to spend your holidays. Complete with all comforts, in a single room with mezzanine and outdoor terrace with garden and swimming pool, it can accommodate up to 4 people. Our guests have access to the swimming pool, the garden, the bbq and all the outdoor spaces. The parking space is inside the villa and is free of charge. We owners live inside the Ara Town and we are always available to our guests, always trying to respect their privacy. Ara House Guest House in collaboration with the Etna Cableway promotes excursions on the Etna Volcano. The Etna cable car and special off-road vehicles allow you to reach the top areas of the volcano for an excursion that enriches your stay. Ara Town is the ideal place to spend your holidays in a quiet and reserved environment. In the immediate vicinity there are supermarkets, shopping centers, cinemas, restaurants and pizzerias. Unfortunately, public transport connections are not excellent, so a car is recommended. It is important to always communicate your arrival time in advance. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 409 square feet ## Similar properties ![Superior Double Room, Pool View | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57010000/57006700/57006654/afbb5d0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Leucatia Bed&Events Sant'Agata Li Battiati - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $161 CA $178 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=57006654&PinnedHotelID=57006654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66900000/66895300/66895208/7d9011bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cyclops House. 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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 IT087041C2MFGZDBNC ### 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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charme e Relax an Oasis of Peace in the Heart of Eastern Sicily ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.58213%2C15.10559&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DZqJsZc0b8CK4V1TWcfIuJUKa3c=) San Giovanni La Punta, Sicilia #### What's nearby - I Portali Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Lungomare di Ognina - 7 min drive - 7.5 km - Via Etnea - 7 min drive - 7.9 km - Piazza del Duomo - 10 min drive - 10.5 km - Catania Port - 10 min drive - 10.8 km #### Getting around - Giuffrida Station - 11 min drive - Catania Bicocca Station - 17 min drive - Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Vanilla - ‬16 min walk - ‪Il Chicco d'oro Caffè - ‬3 min drive - ‪Old Wild West - ‬19 min walk - ‪Enjoy Pub - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily located? > Situated in San Giovanni la Punta, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of I Portali Shopping Centre and Le Zagare Shopping Center. Le Ginestre is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charme and Relax, an oasis of peace in the heart of Eastern Sicily Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Filip S. Jun 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### very relaxing summer trip for two to Sicily \- easy, smooth and quick contact with Elena - Elena hands over the keys personally, then a detailed tour is given, so you find your way around quickly. - A parking possibility for a rental car in front of the apartment is given. - very clean and very well-equipped apartment (among other things cooking utensils, microwave, coffee machine, washing machine and an iron with ironing board), the Jacuzzi is a highlight, especially in the evening ! But take mosquito spray with you! - in the vicinity are numerous shopping facilities @Elena: Thank you very much for the great and relaxing stay! :) ##### Filip S. Stayed 8 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Véronique L. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location calme, confortable et jardin privatif. La climatisation appréciée ainsi que la piscine Cette location était située à quelques kilomètres de Trescatagni, lieu de mariage de mon fils. ##### Véronique L. 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