The house with the courtyard pool
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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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.
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From the Guest Book
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
Camelia was exceptional. Beautifully designed and appointed. The grounds and surrounding orchards/groves were beautiful. The views were outstanding.
AS, United States of America September 2022
Although it was a very very hot week in Sicily we had a wonderful stay at Camelia. the villa is an oasis of calm with a unique architecture. The people around were amazingly helpful and made our stay special!
Verified guest, July 2023
Camelia was beautiful and so was its setting. It was a beautiful experience for my family.
Verified guest, June 2024
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
Excellent
4.8/5
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