Chiusaliva's serene, 18m-long infinity pool, with Mount Etna rising behind.
Chiusaliva, its pool and its mature, beautifully maintained gardens.
The dreamy al fresco dining area, with its views out to sea.
Time for an evening swim.
The al fresco lounge area near the pool is a convivial space in which to gather. At any time of day.
Views across the gardens, a canopy of green, and the sea.
Choose your spot and settle in for a day of pure relaxation.
Cin-cin!
The shaded al fresco area with the house behind.
Chiusaliva's fabulously spacious, open-plan social hub.
The kitchen-diner, looking towards the sitting areas.
The same space seen from another angle.
A warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The mighty old millstone is one of several pieces that recall the property's agricultural heritage.
Three sitting areas offer plenty of space for everyone to find their own spot.
Attention to detail.
One last shot of the social hub of the property.
Chiusaliva's 10-acre estate produces some excellent olive oil.
The al fresco dining area is served by a well-equipped outdoor kitchen.
Dawn at Chiusaliva is a magical moment.
A firepit adds a little bit of extra warmth for al fresco evenings in the spring and autumn.
A magical atmosphere in which to gather all your loved ones together.
A scene of pure tranquillity.
Bedroom 1, double (180x200cm).
Its en-suite shower room.
And its living room.
Bedroom 1's living room seen from another angle.
Bedroom 2, a double (180x200cm).
Its en-suite shower room.
Skylights in the bathrooms create a luminous atmosphere.
Bedroom 3, a double (180x200cm).
Its en-suite shower room.
Bedroom 4, a double-twin (90/180x200cm).
Its en-suite shower room.
Three of the bedrooms open out into these manicured gardens with views of Mount Etna.
A gym in the grounds below the house.
Table tennis with a view of Mount Etna - now there's something to write home about.
Irresistible.
An aerial view of Chiusaliva.
A picture-perfect scene.
Time for a sunrise swim.
There's plenty of space for fun and games.
The nearby fishing village of Santa Maria la Scala.
A picturesque scene in Santa Maria la Scala.
Mile upon mile of pebbly beach run up the coast between Chiusaliva and Taormina.
A trip to Taormina is a must.
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The ancient Graeco-Roman theatre in Taormina with its views of Mount Etna and the sea.
Mazzaró, one of several idyllic bays below Taormina.
The lava-stone baroque centre of Catania is a pleasure to explore.
Majestic Mount Etna is an ever-changing source of inspiration.