Casa alla Scala
Santa Maria La Scala, Sicily
In the fishing village
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Key Highlights
- Garden gate beach/sea access
- Sea views
- Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)
- Outdoor kitchen
- Barbecue
Gallery
Glorious sea-views from the shaded terrace outside the dining area.
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The harbour of Santa Maria La Scala with Casa alla Scala in the background.
The comfortable seating area of the main terrace.
The comfortably and stylishly furnished living room...
Casa alla Scala was a beautiful apartment in a beautiful and very convenient location. The apartment is spacious and well outfitted, and the two outdoor terraces have spectacular views. It was a lovely place to just sit and read and watch the world go by but also centrally located to explore the region. Wonderful people make sure it is a great vacation, including the granita and gelato man who arrives with his cart every morning at 10:30 and returns again in the evening. Santa Maria la Scala is an active fishing village with boats full of swordfish coming in during the day, beautiful views of the coast, wedding parties posing for photographs and Italian families. The little beach gives easy access to the water and snorkeling, and a short climb over the rocks gives more options for swimming and snorkeling. It was a great vacation and I couldn't recommend any place more highly.
– Verified guest, visited 2025
Overview
Features and Amenities
The property
- Sea views
- Outdoor kitchen
- Air conditioning
Geography
- Garden gate beach/sea access
- Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)
Services
- Local knowledge and recommendations
- On-the-ground support
- Wine delivery service
Kitchen & Dining
- Barbecue
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Entertainment & Tech
- ADSL Wi-Fi Internet
- Satellite TV
- Stereo
Includes
- The Thinking Traveller's expertise to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and access to exclusive experiences
- Exclusive use of your private villa and grounds
- Effortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
- Award-winning local expertise throughout your stay
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
Getting to and around
Bedroom details
- Bedroom 1: double bed (160x190cm), en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom 2: master double bed (170x190cm), en-suite shower room
- Bedroom 3: double-twin bed (180/90x190cm), adjacent shower room
NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.
Reduced Occupancy
During the shoulder seasons, Casa alla Scala has a reduced price for a group of up to 2 that only need up to 1 bedroom. The bedrooms not required will be closed, but the rest of the villa, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests. If unspecified, should you book the reduced occupancy rate, room 2 will be prepared for you.About the property
Inside
Casa alla Scala is on the first floor of a handsome sea-front house. Stairs lead to the main entrance which opens into the comfortably furnished living area offering views of the harbour. A central partition wall divides the living area from the luminous sea-view dining area, which itself accesses a wonderfully panoramic covered sea-front terrace.A small corridor leads from the living room to the well-equipped kitchen, perfectly placed for keeping an eye on the fishing boats arriving back in port! Next to the kitchen is a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with tub and shower.
Heading back to the living room one accesses the main sleeping area, composed of the main double with en-suite shower room, and a double-twin with a shower room across the corridor. Both these two bedrooms have sea views and access to the balconies and terraces that run along in front of the apartment. The main bedroom may also host a single children's bed on request, bringing the total capacity up to 7. Fittings and furnishing throughout are of the very highest quality.
Outside
Casa alla Scala boasts three fabulous outside areas, all sea-facing and all interconnected via a walkway. The first terrace is accessed directly from the indoor dining room and offers the perfect shady spot for breakfast or an evening aperitif. Its views of the harbour and the sea are spell-binding.Following along a path one arrives at the solarium, a lawned terrace with sun-loungers with yet more divine sea views. The two front bedrooms both have direct access to this area.
Continuing along the path one comes to what will probably become most guests' favourite spot, a large fully-furnished covered terrace with cushion-strewn lounge furniture, dining table and a fabulous outdoor kitchen including sink, dishwasher, hobs and a barbecue.
About the Area
Santa Maria La Scala, on the sea below Acireale, is a characterful working fishing village, still relatively untouched by tourism except during August and summer weekends when it attracts locals from Catania in search of the sea. Its harbour (where you can hire a boat), sea-front fish restaurants, bar and bathing platforms are on Casa alla Scala's doorstep.
Other lovely fishing villages, such as Aci Castello and Acitrezza, dot the coastline, while nearby Acireale is great for food shopping.
Taormina is just a short drive up the coast, fascinating Mount Etna awaits exploration behind you and Catania is just a short drive down the coast. Further afield, Syracuse is about an hour's drive away, but also suitable for day trips are the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Noto, Ragusa, Modica and Scicli. There's even a golf course within striking distance if you fancy a round!
Considerations
Some areas of this property may be overlooked.
The sea access in front of this property is via rocks and so may not be possible to use if the sea is rough.
Please note that this villa does not have a pool.
Although this property is located within walking distance of some shops and restaurants, we strongly recommend that you hire a car.
CIN no. IT087004B4RL7UJU3Z, CIR no. 19087004B460103
Guest Reviews
Casa alla Scala was a beautiful apartment in a beautiful and very convenient location. The apartment is spacious and well outfitted, and the two outdoor terraces have spectacular views. It was a lovely place to just sit and read and watch the world go by but also centrally located to explore the region. Wonderful people make sure it is a great vacation, including the granita and gelato man who arrives with his cart every morning at 10:30 and returns again in the evening. Santa Maria la Scala is an active fishing village with boats full of swordfish coming in during the day, beautiful views of the coast, wedding parties posing for photographs and Italian families. The little beach gives easy access to the water and snorkeling, and a short climb over the rocks gives more options for swimming and snorkeling. It was a great vacation and I couldn't recommend any place more highly.
Verified guest, visited July 2025
The location of Casa alla Scala is sensational, and the villa is wonderful, very tastefully furnished, spacious and very clean. We felt privileged to stay in this wonderful place and congratulate the owners. One night we had a lady come to cook for us which was also a fantastic experience. The entire experience exceeded our expectations and we congratulate The Thinking Traveller.
Gerard Olivier, visited June 2025
The view from Casa alla Scala was amazing! We felt lucky to wake up to that view every day! And the housekeeper was ever so efficient. I miss the morning granita van! One thing really struck me - Casa alla Scala looked exactly (if not better) than the pictures! In all of my travelling this is such a rarity - and this is what will make me book again with you - I know I'll have peace of mind there won't be any nasty surprises!
KC, visited July 2024
A wonderful villa in an enchanting place.
Verified guest, visited September 2023
Casa alla Scala was delightful with amazing views, spacious, clean and well proportioned.
Ms Tanya Howroyd, Malta, visited January 2023
We loved our stay at Casa alla Scala. It was our first stay with The Thinking Traveller and now it will be hard to travel with anything else! The service was amazing!
MN, Italy, visited August 2021
Casa alla Scala was a dream, we loved it completely. It's the second time we have used you and would do so again absolutely.
GH, United Kingdom, visited September 2020
Casa alla Scala was beyond exceptional, real, authentic. The cleanliness surpassed anywhere I have ever stayed. Comfort in every way. Breathtaking site. Everything functioned properly and more than could be expected in the way of furnishings, including the kitchen.
jh, United States of America, visited April 2018
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