The lava stone wine press
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Il Palmento dei Castagni, a former winery, has been subtly and intriguingly restored to create a warm, welcoming villa that combines modern design features with evident echoes of its former purpose. Outside, large terraces shaded with vines and wisteria give way to extensive gardens, woods and, hidden from view, a super decked pool area.
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Keyholder highlights
- Beautifully converted wine press
- Stunning views and extensive grounds
- Secluded pool
- Panoramic Jacuzzi and gym
Gallery
The shady terrace with plenty of space for everyone.
The pool is surrounded by the wonderful gardens.
The lovely terrace.
The wonderful pool.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The 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
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An 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
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access 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
- A mid-week cleaning and linen change service
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist 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
Il Palmento dei Castagni is situated on the edge of the authentic village of Sant'Alfio on the eastern side of fascinating Mount Etna. It is the perfect gateway for exploring not only the majestic volcano itself but also the many fascinating towns and villages that populate its slopes.
There are a great number of excellent walks in the area and many very good restaurants, including one which is 2 just minutes away by car.
Coming down from the mountain there are many more discoveries to be made, including Taormina, with its world-renowned Graeco-Roman theatre, the vibrant city of Catania, the Alcantara Gorge and, slightly further afield, Syracuse.
On the coast around Taormina there are many idyllic coves with lidos, while the nearby beaches of Fiumefreddo and Marina di Cottone have received several consecutive Blue Flags, attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.
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