The house with the courtyard pool
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
With its internal courtyard garden with pool, Camelia's design has something of the traditional Sicilian baglio or Moroccan riad about it. Here, however, inward-facing privacy is perfectly balanced by large external windows and wrap-around gardens offering splendid vistas of Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea.
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Keyholder highlights
- Contemporary design
- Generous proportions
- Internal courtyard pool
- Views of Etna and the sea
Gallery
The internal courtyard pool has sea views via the living room windows.
Light, elegant, comfortably furnished interiors and great views.
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A dreamy sunrise seen from the living room.
The interiors are bright and comfortable.
The indoor dining area.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- A daily cleaning service (4 hours/day, 6 days a week) and a weekly linen change
- Daily breakfast table setup (6 days a week)
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
From the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
What stood out about Camelia was the building itself, the view and the staff.
GM September 2025
Camelia was perfect for us and the staff were responsive to our needs. What stood out were the the beautiful orchards; lots of outdoor space; very comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms; air conditioning and WiFi. Would we return? Yes, it's a beautiful villa, and we loved the modern sensibility.
IN July 2025
If we could sum up our stay at Camelia in one word, I would say relaxing. Knowing that the East Sicily Locals were there to help, and having the housekeeper's assistance in the mornings made the stay effortless. The villa was beautifully furnished and totally private. It had a superbly equipped kitchen, fabulous views, and lovely outdoor areas. It was comfortable, quiet, and there was more than enough room for six adults to have their own space at any time.
Neil Townsend May 2025
What stood out about Camelia were the views, the fruit trees, the terrific accommodations. I would highly recommend it to all.
Verified guest, September 2024
Unique is not a term that invites comparison: Camelia was like nothing I had ever seen before. It was gorgeous It was scenic. The interior was definitely one of a kind. It exceeded our expectations even after we saw the photos. Thank you. We were very comfortable. It was difficult to leave and explore the local wineries, Mount Etna, Syracuse, etc. All in all, a great vacation villa!
Verified guest, October 2025
Camelia is a beautiful villa in beautiful grounds. The chef who cooked for us was exceptional and so sweet.
Verified guest, October 2025
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
Situated in a panoramic position above the town of Giarre on the east coast of Sicily, about halfway between Catania and Taormina, Camelia is an excellent base from which to discover the area's historic towns, Mount Etna and the fascinating villages that populate its flanks. There are some lovely beaches down on the coast below, including those at Fiumefreddo and Marina di Cottone, which have received several consecutive "Bandiere Blu", attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence. The chic lidos and evocative beaches below Taormina are just up the motorway, while an 18-hole golf course is a 45 minute drive away.
Further afield, Syracuse, the baroque towns of the Noto valley, the quiet beaches of Vendicari and Capo Passero to the south and Messina to the north are all comfortably reachable for day trips.
