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Casa alla Scala

Santa Maria La Scala, Sicily

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In the fishing village

6 Guests

3 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

The charming little fishing village of Santa Maria La Scala, with its excellent seafood restaurants and harbour provides the perfect backdrop to Casa alla Scala, a beautifully refurbished home whose splendid interiors and glorious al fresco areas make it a great destination all year round.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedWonderful sea views
  • IncludedCharming and stylish interiors
  • IncludedWalking distance to village restaurants

Gallery

Glorious sea-views from the shaded terrace outside the dining area.

Glorious sea-views from the shaded terrace outside the dining area.

The harbour of Santa Maria La Scala with Casa alla Scala in the background.

The harbour of Santa Maria La Scala with Casa alla Scala in the background.

The comfortable seating area of the main terrace.

The comfortable seating area of the main terrace.

The comfortably and stylishly furnished living room...

The comfortably and stylishly furnished living room...

It has views over the harbour.

It has views over the harbour.

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Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe 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
  • IncludedA Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn 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
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedAccess 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
  • IncludedA mid-week cleaning and linen change service

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedTourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night

Casa alla Scala is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

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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!

Catania airport:

35km-22miles-36mins

Palermo airport:

260km-161miles-3hr

Trapani airport:

339km-210miles-3hr45

Taormina:

43km-26miles-40mins

Mount Etna cable car:

57km-35miles-1hr

Catania centre:

21km-13miles-35mins

Syracuse:

87km-54miles-1hr05

Noto:

112km-70miles-1hr30

Modica:

154km-96miles-2hr20

Shops/restaurants:

just outside your door

Nearest sea access:

across the rocks in front of the villa or from the bathing platforms in Santa Maria La Scala (350m)

Nearest beaches:

Fondachello and Marina di Cottone (between 35 and 45 minutes drive north)

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From the Guest Book

Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.

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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 July 2024

Casa alla Scala was delightful with amazing views, spacious, clean and well proportioned.

Ms Tanya Howroyd, Malta 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 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 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 April 2018

A wonderful villa in an enchanting place.

Verified guest, September 2023

Excellent

4.7/5

942 Reviews