Celeste is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

The white house on the sea

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Gazing out across the blue Ionian to Mount Etna rising majestically on the horizon, Celeste occupies an enviable position indeed. Its white geometric forms are softened by luxuriant wraparound gardens, which open out directly onto the shoreline, allowing guests to move from lawn-lounging to sea-swimming in just a few carefree flip-flop steps.

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedDirect sea access
  • IncludedViews of Mount Etna
  • IncludedSecluded, mature gardens
  • IncludedHeatable plunge pool

Gallery

Celeste (in the centre) occupies a fabulous seafront position.

The sea or the plunge pool? Just one of the many good dilemmas at Celeste.

The house seen from the gardens.

The pool and grounds overlook a sheltered bay.

The main al fresco dining area with its gorgeous views.

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 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
  • IncludedAccess to our award winning local support, knowledge and personal recommendations during your stay
  • 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 IncludedThe cost of heating the pool, which is €525 per week, if requested, payable in advance
  • 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

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The Area

Celeste is situated on the coast just outside the little fishing village of Brucoli, with its shops, restaurants and bars. It is well-placed for visiting nearby Syracuse, Noto and the surrounding nature reserves such as Cassibile and Vendicari.

Slightly further afield, Taormina, Mount Etna and Ragusa are all good day trips, and a drive down to the southernmost tip of Sicily beyond Porto Palo di Capo Passero is highly recommended.

Getting to and around

Catania airport:

47km-29miles-40mins

Comiso airport:

88km-55miles-1hr20mins

Palermo airport:

268km-167miles-2hr40mins

Trapani airport:

346km-215miles-3hr50mins

Shops and restaurants at Brucoli:

5mins drive, approx. 25mins on foot

Nearest sea access:

just outside the house
Closest sandy beach – 45mins away to the south of Syracuse.

Syracuse:

39km-21miles-35mins

Noto:

65km-38miles-50mins

Mount Etna:

around a 1hr 25 drive depending on which part of the mountain you are heading for.

Ragusa:

99km-61miles-1hr20

From the Guest Book

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

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What stood out about Celeste was the waterfront, Mount Etna on the horizon, the beautiful garden with all types of birds singing day and night. It was the perfect relaxation venue and we had a fantastic holiday in a magical location! The Mediterranean here is almost as smooth as a lake, due to the bay-like shoreline, so we had a great time canoeing, supping and swimming, Also, cooking together, dining and wining in front of Mount Etna was a blast.

NB May 2025

Everything was just perfect at Celeste. The location on the sea, the equipment and the cleanliness, the welcome and the weather: everything was as hoped. We would return because it is a wonderful place to extend the summer. Thank you for the best week in 2024.

Pierre Bütikofer September 2024

Celeste was beautiful! To open the curtains and see Mount Etna from my window was incredible. All the amenities were first class - it is so nice to be able to cook in a villa which has plenty of cooking utensils etc. The rooms were nicely furnished and the toiletries a lovely touch. Thank you for the welcoming Prosecco and food - so appreciated after the journey. How to sum up our holiday? Paradise on a sun-lounger!

AB September 2024

Our holiday at Celeste was fantastic. Amazing location on the sea front, with access to water sports and tennis.

Verified guest, August 2024

Our stay at Celeste was beautiful, relaxing, fun, perfect! What stood out was the quality of the villa, the facilities, and the location with sea access. Our housekeeper was amazing. She prepared wonderful meals for us and made us feel so welcome.

Verified guest, September 2025

Celeste exceeded our expectations. What stood out was the view and being able to swim in the water. Would we return? Yes, we liked it a lot.

Verified guest, September 2025

Excellent

4.7/5

Local Experiences

Exclusively available to clients of The Thinking Traveller

Helicopter tours in East Sicily

Helicopter tours in East Sicily

Wine tours on Mount Etna

Wine tours on Mount Etna

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily

Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily

Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily

Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily

Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily

Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily

Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily

Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily

Culinary experiences in East Sicily

Culinary experiences in East Sicily

Private boat charters in East Sicily

Private boat charters in East Sicily

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