VILLA GALLUS 6

Sicilia - Messina - TAORMINA
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
(3 doubles)
Bathrooms: 3
(2 with shower, 1 half bath. Of which en-suite bathrooms: 1)

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (Lease only). Villa Gallus is a delightful villa set in a quiet secluded residential area. The recently-built villa is clad in exposed stone, with large wooden canopies that shade the terraces and create a continuum between the exterior and the interior, where a large, bright open-plan area includes the living room and the kitchen, enlivened by Sicilian-inspired details and characterised by a handy central island. On the first floor of the villa is the sleeping area with three double bedrooms and then, continuing up to the top floor, you come to the terrace set up as a relaxation area from where you will enjoy the wonderful view of Mount Etna. In the garden surrounding the villa, planted with lawn and with the beautiful swimming pool in a central position, there will be plenty of opportunities for relaxing and having fun, thanks to the various panoramic relaxation spots and to the dining area completed by a barbecue. The villa is just a few minutes' drive from Giardini Naxos and its beachfront with numerous restaurants, bars, ice-cream parlors and beach clubs. A few more minutes to proceed to Taormina, a hilltop village of undisputed beauty with breathtaking views from every corner and its ample choice of elegant shops and restaurants. Taormina's beaches include the bays of Mazzarò and Isola Bella whilst the long beaches are found on the coast towards Messina - Spisone and Letojanni in particular also have an array of delightful beachfront restaurants.

VILLA GALLUS HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

Villa Gallus has two floors. The main entrance opens into a living room with dining area and sitting area with sofa and TV. The two areas are separated by the staircase leading up to the first-floor sleeping area. The kitchen area is slightly to one side but part of this bright open-plan area. The kitchen leads out to the external dining area with barbecue. Also on the ground floor is a guest bathroom and the laundry room. The first floor consists of three double bedrooms, the first with private terrace and ensuite bathroom with shower, the second with tub and basin in the room, and sharing a bathroom with shower with the third bedroom. The stairs continue up to the terrace on the top floor from where you can admire the panorama

Park:

The garden of Villa Gallus extends along the front of the villa. The lawn is bordered by flowers and by the fencing, partly wall and partly railing, with two entrance gates, one for vehicles and one for pedestrians. Two sides of the villa are bordered by terraces shaded by a wooden canopy. The living room leads to the part of the terrace used as a relaxation area while the kitchen leads to the terrace with dining table; this area extends to the part of the garden with the barbecue. Once past the gate, you come to a 2-car private parking area. In the garden are numerous panoramic spots where you can admire the view of Etna, the most beautiful being the terrace with relaxation area on the top floor of the villa. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The rectangular swimming pool is located in the garden between the pedestrian gate and the main entrance to the villa. It is on the same level as the villa which is just a few metres away. Measuring 8 x 4 m with a constant depth of 1.20 m, the pool is lined in PVC and has chlorine purification and internal steps for access to the water. The pool is bordered by stoneware paving, on which sunbeds and umbrellas have been set out. Beyond the paving is the lawn bordered by flower beds. Nearby is an outdoor solar shower. The pool, which can also be used at night as it is equipped with internal lighting, is open from the last Saturday of April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: Yes, small size. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week.
Handicap: Uncertified structure
Fenced-in property: No
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 19083097C227995
Amenities and Features
  • air conditioning
  • satellite and Smart TV
  • bluetooth speaker
  • wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • combined microwave and traditional oven
  • kettle
  • american coffee machine
  • espresso machine
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • baby cot
  • high-chair
  • hair dryer
  • mobile barbecue

Location and distances


Villa Gallus is located in a residential area in a district of Taormina, Trappitello. Shops for basic necessities are less than a kilometre away while just a few minutes away are the nearest towns, Giardini Naxos and Taormina. The seafront of Giardini Naxos offers numerous bars, restaurants and beaches with facilities, as well as the archaeological park as it was the first Greek colony in Sicily. Taormina is renowned for elegant shops, excellent restaurants and its nightlife. There is no lack of historical sites to visit such as the Teatro Greco, the Teatrino Romano, Palazzo Duchi Santo Stefano and numerous churches with their layers of history that evoke different eras. The seaside area of Taormina includes beach facilities with numerous restaurants where you can sample fresh fish or go for a boat ride. The largest active volcano in Europe, Etna, is less than an hour's drive away. It can be visited independently or accompanied by an expert guide. The Etna area lends itself to long walks and hikes and is surrounded by wineries that you can visit and taste the excellent wines of the area, accompanied by local delicacies. The property can be reached in about an hour from the airport of Catania while the Giardini Naxos motorway exit (A18) is about 5 km away.

Airport: Catania 61 km
Train station: Giardini Naxos 6 km
Highways: Highway A18 exit Giardini Naxos 5 km
Shops and services: Trappitello 1 km, Giardini Naxos 4, Taormina 8 km
Beaches: Ionian Sea - Giardini Naxos 4 kms, Taormina 8 kms
Parking: Within the property
Access roads: Paved road up to the entrance
Attractions within 100 km: Giardini Naxos 4 km, Taormina 10 km, Castelmola 19 km, Forza d’Agrò 20 km, Picciolo Golf 25 km, Savoca 30 km, Acireale 30 km, Etna 40 km, Catania 60 km
Altitude: 55 slm

Reviews

9.9 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.9
General cleanliness
10
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
9.7
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by victor nhaisi
United States 9/28/2024
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10/10
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10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
Have you considered any recommendations to enhance the overall quality of the property?
Alessia was the most wonderful host. Her Villa was beautiful and had everything we could have wanted. The home was spotless and all items were close to new. Most importantly, she went over and above in terms of customer service. We arrived later in the evening, but when we checked in she had a basket of foods and snacks for us. She also gave stocked the refrigerator with wine, milk, juice, coffee and food for breakfast. Prior to departure, she stopped by and brought us specialty Sicilian f
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Nothing to mention
by VS CONSULTING DI VECCHI SAMUELE
Italy 8/20/2024
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Sì
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10/10
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10/10
by Gioachino Asti
Italy 8/20/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Sì
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10/10
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10/10
by Stuart Brannigan
United Kingdom 8/12/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
9/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
Have you considered any recommendations to enhance the overall quality of the property?
Some shade on the roof Terrace
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9/10
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We can only say what a pleasure it was to stay at the Villa. The owners were both delightful and the Villa is beautifully furnished and equipped. We can honestly fully recommend this Villa to anyone we had a fabulous stay.
by Rebecca Carmichael
United Kingdom 8/9/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
9/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
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10/10
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9/10
If you have used a Food & Experience service, please rate your experience.
10/10
by Michel Meijers
Netherlands 6/2/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Completely
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Good
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
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Very good, even at the late hour
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The properties wichbwere available
by Mads Martedal Poulsen
Norway 5/24/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Motlo
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ottimo
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Non saprei
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
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10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Qualità
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Nessuno
by Jan Speziale
Canada 10/15/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Excellent
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
-Perhaps an additional chair in the living room -1 additional frying pan
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Our host Alessia was exceptional! She always incredibly kind and helpful and always smiling. She booked transportation and directions and even made us dinner one evening! She went beyond our expectations. Checkin and out was very easy
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
I had used them in the past and was not disappointed
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Eeva Torniainen
Finland 9/12/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
It was better than we expected even though we expected a really nice villa!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Really great value, amazing property, amazing hospitality and amazing atmosphere.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
AMAZING! Alissa was the best host ever, could not have asked for more.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Quality looking platform and this villa that we found at the site.
by VS CONSULTING DI VECCHI SAMUELE
Italy 9/4/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Assolutamente si Vacanza spettacolare
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ottimo
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
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Perfetto Persone squisite, gentili,ospitali Sono rimasto favorevolmente impressionato
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Ricerca sul web
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Tutto secondo le aspettative
by Maria Folino
Italy 8/19/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Assolutamente si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Eccellente
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
No
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
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Eccellente
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Grande professionalità
by Facagui Corporation SL
Spain 8/3/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
a friend
by Elisabeth Colla Sjoeqvist
Sweden 7/20/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si veramente.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Vale il prezzo.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Piccole cose, tazzine per expresso. Tosta pane
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Tutto perfetto. La nostra hostes Stefania e molto proffessionale e sempre disponibile.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Ho affitato lánno scorso ed ero molto contenta.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
No nessuna. Tutto perfetto

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 5 Nights Everyday
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Mandatory extra cleanings when pets are present (€ 50,00 per week or part of week per animal)
  • Tourism tax (€ 3,00 per person per night for the first 10 nights. Please note that children under 10 years old will not pay).

On Request:

  • extra cleaning (€ 22,00/h per person), extra linen (€ 15,00 per person), THE ABOVE SERVICES MAY BE REQUESTED FROM EMMA VILLAS AND WILL BE PAID ON THE SPOT AND MADE BY THIRD PERSONS OR EXTERNAL SUPPLIERS NOT DEPENDENT ON THE OWNER AND EMMAVILLAS.
  • Health Policy by EuropAssistance (Optional)
Book your holiday in Italy with tranquillity and safety.
With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


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The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

Food
Food Delivery - Authentic Sicily
Food Delivery - Authentic Sicily

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits). Dive into tasting characteristic Sicilian produce. Our spaghetti alla puttanesca embodies all the flavours of Sicily: Sicilian capers, Pantelleria oregano, high-quality Campisi tuna in oil and our oven-baked olives and red cherry tomato sauce. While you wait, indulge in Sicilian Nebrodi pork salami with pane cafone.
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€ 154.00

Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors
Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Gather around a barbecue featuring exceptional produce: savoury lamb skewers and Angus beef burgers from the finest Italian sources, black pork sausages from Sicily's Nebrodi mountains and Leonessa potatoes baked in foil. To complement the burgers, there is traditional 'pane cafone' bread, cheddar cheese and sweet San Marzano tomato sauce. Pair your meal with our Amatrice spelt beer and, for the little ones, refreshing iced tea.
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€ 170.00

Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif
Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A platter of delights to share with friends, featuring the finest ‘Made in Italy’ ingredients, accompanied by DOC Prosecco from Veneto.
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€ 173.00

Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn
Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - To start, tantalizing nachos with guacamole, followed by our selection of cured meats and cheeses served with hand-stretched breadsticks and chocolate brownies to finish.
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€ 129.00

Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch
Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - An international classic that combines the relaxation of breakfast with the flavours of lunch: a brunch featuring top-quality ingredients.
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€ 110.00

Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif
Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A selection of three prestigious caviars, directly from Siberia,
to be enjoyed with 'pane carasau' bread, salted butter made from 100% Piedmontese milk, hand-rolled breadsticks and Prosecco.
A magical combination with the 'del Mago drinks' Vodka selection by Chef Marcello Trentini.
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€ 148.00

Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa
Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY E THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Discover all the taste of our vegetable products. A rich starter with tofu cheese, our sott'oli and pane cafone. First course with fusilloni from Gragnano accompanied by a yellow date sauce. To finish, tasty vegetable nuggets accompanied by lioness potatoes.
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€ 101.00

Food Delivery - Welcome hamper
Food Delivery - Welcome hamper

THE KIT WILL BE DELIVERED UPON ARRIVAL AT THE VILLA - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits): The essential welcome hamper. Starting with breakfast essentials: tea, milk, biscuits, rusks and a selection of 6 single-portion jams in three flavours, enriched with the characteristic taste of orange blossom honey. A jar of peanut butter is a must-have, a versatile and tasty ingredient. For lunch, enjoy artisanal spaghetti from our Abruzzo pasta factory with cherry tomato passata, enhanced with our Lucanian olive oil. A tasty snack featuring our classic Puglian taralli is also provided.
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€ 61.00

Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
(3 doubles)
Bathrooms: 3
(2 with shower, 1 half bath. Of which en-suite bathrooms: 1)

Description:

PRIVATE STRUCTURE (Lease only). Villa Gallus is a delightful villa set in a quiet secluded residential area. The recently-built villa is clad in exposed stone, with large wooden canopies that shade the terraces and create a continuum between the exterior and the interior, where a large, bright open-plan area includes the living room and the kitchen, enlivened by Sicilian-inspired details and characterised by a handy central island. On the first floor of the villa is the sleeping area with three double bedrooms and then, continuing up to the top floor, you come to the terrace set up as a relaxation area from where you will enjoy the wonderful view of Mount Etna. In the garden surrounding the villa, planted with lawn and with the beautiful swimming pool in a central position, there will be plenty of opportunities for relaxing and having fun, thanks to the various panoramic relaxation spots and to the dining area completed by a barbecue. The villa is just a few minutes' drive from Giardini Naxos and its beachfront with numerous restaurants, bars, ice-cream parlors and beach clubs. A few more minutes to proceed to Taormina, a hilltop village of undisputed beauty with breathtaking views from every corner and its ample choice of elegant shops and restaurants. Taormina's beaches include the bays of Mazzarò and Isola Bella whilst the long beaches are found on the coast towards Messina - Spisone and Letojanni in particular also have an array of delightful beachfront restaurants.

VILLA GALLUS HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO A CHECK-UP BY A TECHNICAL RESPONSIBLE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SEASON, TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF THE DESCRIPTION, ACCESSORIES LISTED ON THIS PAGE AND THEIR PRESENT STATE OF OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, TO GUARANTEE QUALITY, CLEANLINESS AND COMFORTS TO ALL CLIENTS WHO WILL STAY HERE.

Interior:

Villa Gallus has two floors. The main entrance opens into a living room with dining area and sitting area with sofa and TV. The two areas are separated by the staircase leading up to the first-floor sleeping area. The kitchen area is slightly to one side but part of this bright open-plan area. The kitchen leads out to the external dining area with barbecue. Also on the ground floor is a guest bathroom and the laundry room. The first floor consists of three double bedrooms, the first with private terrace and ensuite bathroom with shower, the second with tub and basin in the room, and sharing a bathroom with shower with the third bedroom. The stairs continue up to the terrace on the top floor from where you can admire the panorama

Park:

The garden of Villa Gallus extends along the front of the villa. The lawn is bordered by flowers and by the fencing, partly wall and partly railing, with two entrance gates, one for vehicles and one for pedestrians. Two sides of the villa are bordered by terraces shaded by a wooden canopy. The living room leads to the part of the terrace used as a relaxation area while the kitchen leads to the terrace with dining table; this area extends to the part of the garden with the barbecue. Once past the gate, you come to a 2-car private parking area. In the garden are numerous panoramic spots where you can admire the view of Etna, the most beautiful being the terrace with relaxation area on the top floor of the villa. Please notice that photos are taken in spring, therefore flower blossoming, and the colours of the gardens' grass could be different at the moment of your arrival at the villa.

Swimming Pool:

The rectangular swimming pool is located in the garden between the pedestrian gate and the main entrance to the villa. It is on the same level as the villa which is just a few metres away. Measuring 8 x 4 m with a constant depth of 1.20 m, the pool is lined in PVC and has chlorine purification and internal steps for access to the water. The pool is bordered by stoneware paving, on which sunbeds and umbrellas have been set out. Beyond the paving is the lawn bordered by flower beds. Nearby is an outdoor solar shower. The pool, which can also be used at night as it is equipped with internal lighting, is open from the last Saturday of April until the first Saturday of October.

For more technical details and layout of spaces, see "Planimetries"
Pets: Yes, small size. € 50,00 per animal per week or part of week.
Handicap: Uncertified structure
Fenced-in property: No
REGIONAL IDENTIFICATION CODE: 19083097C227995
Amenities and Features
  • air conditioning
  • satellite and Smart TV
  • bluetooth speaker
  • wi-fi internet connection
  • dishwasher
  • combined microwave and traditional oven
  • kettle
  • american coffee machine
  • espresso machine
  • washing machine
  • iron and ironing board
  • baby cot
  • high-chair
  • hair dryer
  • mobile barbecue

Location and distances


Villa Gallus is located in a residential area in a district of Taormina, Trappitello. Shops for basic necessities are less than a kilometre away while just a few minutes away are the nearest towns, Giardini Naxos and Taormina. The seafront of Giardini Naxos offers numerous bars, restaurants and beaches with facilities, as well as the archaeological park as it was the first Greek colony in Sicily. Taormina is renowned for elegant shops, excellent restaurants and its nightlife. There is no lack of historical sites to visit such as the Teatro Greco, the Teatrino Romano, Palazzo Duchi Santo Stefano and numerous churches with their layers of history that evoke different eras. The seaside area of Taormina includes beach facilities with numerous restaurants where you can sample fresh fish or go for a boat ride. The largest active volcano in Europe, Etna, is less than an hour's drive away. It can be visited independently or accompanied by an expert guide. The Etna area lends itself to long walks and hikes and is surrounded by wineries that you can visit and taste the excellent wines of the area, accompanied by local delicacies. The property can be reached in about an hour from the airport of Catania while the Giardini Naxos motorway exit (A18) is about 5 km away.

Airport: Catania 61 km
Train station: Giardini Naxos 6 km
Highways: Highway A18 exit Giardini Naxos 5 km
Shops and services: Trappitello 1 km, Giardini Naxos 4, Taormina 8 km
Beaches: Ionian Sea - Giardini Naxos 4 kms, Taormina 8 kms
Parking: Within the property
Access roads: Paved road up to the entrance
Attractions within 100 km: Giardini Naxos 4 km, Taormina 10 km, Castelmola 19 km, Forza d’Agrò 20 km, Picciolo Golf 25 km, Savoca 30 km, Acireale 30 km, Etna 40 km, Catania 60 km
Altitude: 55 slm

Reviews

9.9 / 10

Rating based on received reviews

Average rating

10
Overall rating
9.9
General cleanliness
10
Quality of pool and park cleanliness
9.7
Quality of furnishing and amenities

Reviews

by victor nhaisi
United States 9/28/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
Have you considered any recommendations to enhance the overall quality of the property?
Alessia was the most wonderful host. Her Villa was beautiful and had everything we could have wanted. The home was spotless and all items were close to new. Most importantly, she went over and above in terms of customer service. We arrived later in the evening, but when we checked in she had a basket of foods and snacks for us. She also gave stocked the refrigerator with wine, milk, juice, coffee and food for breakfast. Prior to departure, she stopped by and brought us specialty Sicilian f
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
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10/10
We value your feedback to improve the services provided by Emma Villas.
Nothing to mention
by VS CONSULTING DI VECCHI SAMUELE
Italy 8/20/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Sì
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
10/10
by Gioachino Asti
Italy 8/20/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
10/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Sì
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
10/10
by Stuart Brannigan
United Kingdom 8/12/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
9/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
9/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
Have you considered any recommendations to enhance the overall quality of the property?
Some shade on the roof Terrace
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
9/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
10/10
We value your feedback to improve the services provided by Emma Villas.
We can only say what a pleasure it was to stay at the Villa. The owners were both delightful and the Villa is beautifully furnished and equipped. We can honestly fully recommend this Villa to anyone we had a fabulous stay.
by Rebecca Carmichael
United Kingdom 8/9/2024
What is your opinion on the quality of the property?
10/10
How do you value the property amenities and furniture?
9/10
What is your opinion on the quality of the garden and the pool?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleanliness of the property?
10/10
Would you consider returning to an Emma Villas property?
Yes
What is your overall opinion of your holiday?
10/10
How would you rate our customer service (including check-in/out)?
9/10
If you have used a Food & Experience service, please rate your experience.
10/10
by Michel Meijers
Netherlands 6/2/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Completely
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Good
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Very good, even at the late hour
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
The properties wichbwere available
by Mads Martedal Poulsen
Norway 5/24/2024
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Motlo
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ottimo
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Non saprei
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
10/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Qualità
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Nessuno
by Jan Speziale
Canada 10/15/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Excellent
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
-Perhaps an additional chair in the living room -1 additional frying pan
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Our host Alessia was exceptional! She always incredibly kind and helpful and always smiling. She booked transportation and directions and even made us dinner one evening! She went beyond our expectations. Checkin and out was very easy
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
I had used them in the past and was not disappointed
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
None
by Eeva Torniainen
Finland 9/12/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
It was better than we expected even though we expected a really nice villa!
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Really great value, amazing property, amazing hospitality and amazing atmosphere.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
AMAZING! Alissa was the best host ever, could not have asked for more.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Quality looking platform and this villa that we found at the site.
by VS CONSULTING DI VECCHI SAMUELE
Italy 9/4/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
9/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Assolutamente si Vacanza spettacolare
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Ottimo
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Perfetto Persone squisite, gentili,ospitali Sono rimasto favorevolmente impressionato
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Ricerca sul web
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
Tutto secondo le aspettative
by Maria Folino
Italy 8/19/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Assolutamente si
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Eccellente
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
No
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Eccellente
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Grande professionalità
by Facagui Corporation SL
Spain 8/3/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
yes
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
10/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
9/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
8/10
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
9/10
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
9/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
9/10
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
a friend
by Elisabeth Colla Sjoeqvist
Sweden 7/20/2023
What do you think of the quality of the property?
10/10
Has the property matched your expectations?
Si veramente.
How do you value the property accessories and furniture?
9/10
What value would you give for the cleanliness of the pool and park?
10/10
What do you think of the overall cleaner of the property?
10/10
How would you rate the price-quality relationship?
Vale il prezzo.
Would you return to this property/or recommend it to your friends?
10/10
What suggestions do you have to improve the property?
Piccole cose, tazzine per expresso. Tosta pane
What is your overall opinion of your vacation?
10/10
What rate would you give for the customer service (including check in/out)?
Tutto perfetto. La nostra hostes Stefania e molto proffessionale e sempre disponibile.
What factors made you decide to book with Emma Villas?
Ho affitato lánno scorso ed ero molto contenta.
What suggestions do you have to better the service provided by Emma Villas?
No nessuna. Tutto perfetto

Minimum Stays

Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
8/31/2024 - 1/4/2025 4 Nights Everyday
Period (from/to) Minimum stay Check-in and check-out
1/4/2025 - 6/28/2025 4 Nights Everyday
6/28/2025 - 8/30/2025 5 Nights Everyday
8/30/2025 - 1/3/2026 4 Nights Everyday

Availability Calendar


Calendar is updated in real time and it is possible to book on line 24/7.
Before proceeding with a specific request ("Book " -"Option" - "Information") click on the calendar to select the dates.
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The price includes:


The price does not include:

  • Mandatory extra cleanings when pets are present (€ 50,00 per week or part of week per animal)
  • Tourism tax (€ 3,00 per person per night for the first 10 nights. Please note that children under 10 years old will not pay).

On Request:

  • extra cleaning (€ 22,00/h per person), extra linen (€ 15,00 per person), THE ABOVE SERVICES MAY BE REQUESTED FROM EMMA VILLAS AND WILL BE PAID ON THE SPOT AND MADE BY THIRD PERSONS OR EXTERNAL SUPPLIERS NOT DEPENDENT ON THE OWNER AND EMMAVILLAS.
  • Health Policy by EuropAssistance (Optional)

Book your holiday in Italy with tranquillity and safety.
With Emma Villas, you now have the possibility to protect your holiday thanks to a wide choice of insurance coverages and guarantees.

STAY CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Included in the price)
The final price of the reservation includes the Insurance Policy for Cancellation of Stay. You can cancel and be reimbursed in the event of:
  • objectively and unambiguously documentable motivations of health or work and not foreseeable at the time of booking
  • Covid-19 infections (new)
  • a terrorist attack that has struck the place of stay (new)

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HEALTH ASSISTANCE INSURANCE POLICY - by EuropAssistance (Optional) +1,5% of the rental price Not only cancellation policies, but also protection during your stay. You can choose to purchase this policy in the event you should, for the duration of your stay, want coverage for:
  • Healthcare with Operations Centre 24/7;
  • Vehicle Assistance to and from the place of stay and for the entire duration of your holiday; (zona "rossa" o impossibile da raggiungere a causa di restrizioni ufficiali alla libera circolazione);
  • Healthcare for family members left at home;
  • Reimbursement of medical expenses;
  • Repeat Trip Guarantee that reimburses the unused portion without deductible in the case of medical return home or early return home.

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And to protect you in the case of damage caused to the property?

ZER0DEP COVER - by EuropAssistance (Mandatory) 49€ each reservation The new "Zer0Dep" guarantee protects you and allows you to have a tranquil holiday. Zer0Dep stands for "Zero deposit"; it is an insurance coverage developed in partnership with EuropAssistance which replaces the security deposit and which is therefore mandatory. The benefits of this guarantee are: you do not pay the security deposit on arrival: neither in cash nor by immobilising a substantial amount on your credit card limit;
  • you are protected in the case of eventual damage to the property caused accidentally during your stay (up to the maximum limit of 1500 euro);
  • you avoid any dispute on the responsibility of the damage and its quantification during check-out;
  • you can enjoy your villa holiday in greater tranquillity.

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"EMMA", OUR NEW APP FOR SMART SERVICE Furthermore, from spring 2021, all our properties will be supported by Emma, a multifunctional Web-App, developed in partnership with Vikey s.r.l., that will allow you to implement:
  • online check-in (entering the required details that you did not enter when booking);
  • payment of tourist tax (where due) and eventual flat-rate payments requested (eg electricity, heating, extra cleaning for animals, etc.);
  • the purchase of additional services, hospitality (extra cleaning, in-house chef, first grocery shopping, etc.) and experiences (food and wine tours, guided tours, etc.)


Live your holiday in tranquillity and safety, thanks to our project "Safety Reception" (click here to download)

The following extra services are available to be purchased during the booking process.
You can start adding the services you want by selecting them in the booking box.

Food
Food Delivery - Authentic Sicily
Food Delivery - Authentic Sicily

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits). Dive into tasting characteristic Sicilian produce. Our spaghetti alla puttanesca embodies all the flavours of Sicily: Sicilian capers, Pantelleria oregano, high-quality Campisi tuna in oil and our oven-baked olives and red cherry tomato sauce. While you wait, indulge in Sicilian Nebrodi pork salami with pane cafone.
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€ 154.00

Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors
Food Delivery - Dining in the Great Outdoors

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Gather around a barbecue featuring exceptional produce: savoury lamb skewers and Angus beef burgers from the finest Italian sources, black pork sausages from Sicily's Nebrodi mountains and Leonessa potatoes baked in foil. To complement the burgers, there is traditional 'pane cafone' bread, cheddar cheese and sweet San Marzano tomato sauce. Pair your meal with our Amatrice spelt beer and, for the little ones, refreshing iced tea.
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€ 170.00

Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif
Food Delivery - Glamours Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A platter of delights to share with friends, featuring the finest ‘Made in Italy’ ingredients, accompanied by DOC Prosecco from Veneto.
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€ 173.00

Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn
Food Delivery - Picnic on the Lawn

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY, THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - To start, tantalizing nachos with guacamole, followed by our selection of cured meats and cheeses served with hand-stretched breadsticks and chocolate brownies to finish.
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€ 129.00

Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch
Food Delivery - Poolside Brunch

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - An international classic that combines the relaxation of breakfast with the flavours of lunch: a brunch featuring top-quality ingredients.
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€ 110.00

Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif
Food Delivery - Romantic Aperitif

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY AND THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - A selection of three prestigious caviars, directly from Siberia,
to be enjoyed with 'pane carasau' bread, salted butter made from 100% Piedmontese milk, hand-rolled breadsticks and Prosecco.
A magical combination with the 'del Mago drinks' Vodka selection by Chef Marcello Trentini.
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€ 148.00

Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa
Food Delivery - Vegan experience in villa

DELIVERY ONLY ON MONDAY E THURSDAY - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits) - Discover all the taste of our vegetable products. A rich starter with tofu cheese, our sott'oli and pane cafone. First course with fusilloni from Gragnano accompanied by a yellow date sauce. To finish, tasty vegetable nuggets accompanied by lioness potatoes.
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€ 101.00

Food Delivery - Welcome hamper
Food Delivery - Welcome hamper

THE KIT WILL BE DELIVERED UPON ARRIVAL AT THE VILLA - KIT RECOMMENDED FOR UP TO 4 PEOPLE (for larger groups we suggest to add more kits): The essential welcome hamper. Starting with breakfast essentials: tea, milk, biscuits, rusks and a selection of 6 single-portion jams in three flavours, enriched with the characteristic taste of orange blossom honey. A jar of peanut butter is a must-have, a versatile and tasty ingredient. For lunch, enjoy artisanal spaghetti from our Abruzzo pasta factory with cherry tomato passata, enhanced with our Lucanian olive oil. A tasty snack featuring our classic Puglian taralli is also provided.
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€ 61.00