La Pergola

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 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 available during your stay for 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 cleaning service three times a week

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

The Area

La Pergola sits in one of the most sought after areas in Sicily, and it is easy to understand why. The combination of being on the beach, and at the same time within walking distance (with the help of the cable car) of the centre of Taormina suits many of our clients very well. This area of Sicily has much to offer besides Taormina and the beaches, however. Apart from the huge attraction of Mount Etna and the villages and towns that populate its flanks, guests staying at La Pergola are within easy day-trip range of Catania (a Baroque lava-stone city with vibrant streets markets and much more), ancient Syracuse, once the mightiest city in Magna Graecia, and the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Noto, Modica, Ragusa and Scicli.

Getting to and around

Catania airport:

65km-41miles-40mins

Palermo airport:

290km-180miles-2hr50

Trapani airport:

370km-231miles-3hr55

Taormina centre:

5mins in the cable car

Nearest beach:

2mins on foot

Nearest shops, restaurants and bars:

2mins on foot or in Taormina centre

Catania centre:

52km-32miles-45mins

Syracuse:

120km-73miles-1hr30

Noto:

145km-90miles-1hr45

Modica:

175km-110miles-2hr10

Local Experiences

Helicopter tours in East Sicily

A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.

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Private boat charters in East Sicily

The coastline between Taormina and Catania is one of the most dramatic and idyllic in Sicily, thanks to its sandy-pebbly coves, its sea stacks and its transparent waters. The best way to explore it is by boat, and we can arrange a wide variety of full-day, half-day and sunset trips. From your port of departure, you'll head to the lovely fishing villages dotting the coast, such as Aci Trezza and Aci Castello, before sailing north towards the Bay of Giardini Naxos below Capo Taormina. Once there, your skipper will drop anchor so that you can enjoy an unforgettable swim under the awesome gaze of Mount Etna. If you can tear yourselves away from this majestic setting, your trip will continue north to the gorgeous Bay of Isola Bella, one of Sicily's most evocative and picturesque sections of coastline, where lush vegetation imbues the brilliant blue water of the Grotta Azzurra with an emerald green hue.

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Wine tours on Mount Etna

Some of Italy’s finest wines are now being made on the flanks of Mount Etna. A new generation of Sicilian producers are realising the full potential of the mountain’s climate, its autochthonous grape varieties (NerelloMascalese - red - and Carricante - white), its ultra-fertile soil and its unique terroir. To discover just how the natural magic of the mountain combines with the perseverance and passion of man to create outstanding wines, let us arrange a chaufferued wine-tasting tour for you. A delicious lunch is included, so you’ll get a full experience of Etna’s gastronomic abundance.

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Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Sicily is, quite simply, one of the world’s most fascinating places, with a uniquely rich history, geography and cultural heritage. The Eastern side of the island has a seemingly endless variety of treasures to discover, from the architectural gems and culinary delights of the main towns, to UNESCO Heritage sites, to the geological phenomena and breath-taking landscapes of Mount Etna.Our private guides are tried and tested experts in their field, with many holding PhDs in their particular specialism. Book a tour or two with them and you'll come away with fascinating insights into your destination's towns, archaeological sites, food, wine, landscapes and geology.

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Beach clubs and relaxing activities

The Ionian Riviera has a great selection of beaches and rocky lava stone coves starting just north of Catania which continue all the way up and past Taormina. A day spent at the beach is a brilliant way to relax and enjoy this stretch of fantastic coastline as a family. If you're looking comfort and full facilities, we highly recommend heading to one of the coast’s many beach clubs (also known as Stabilimenti Balneari) which are private areas of beach with different kinds of facilities such as loungers and umbrellas, cafés/bars and restaurants, kayaks, windsurfing, changing rooms etc., particularly useful for children and to get away from the crowds. But this area of Sicily isn’t all about the sea, so if the beach isn’t for you, a great alternative is spending a day at one of Etna’s renowned wineries.Take some time to tour the winery, sample the delicious wines produced there, and take advantage of the other facilities available for an enriching and relaxing day out.

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Culinary experiences in East Sicily

From the bounty of Mount Etna to the fish-rich sea below, the Ionian Riviera is home to a host of gastronomic delights. Our culinary experiences in the area will give you the knowledge and the skills to recreate some of eastern Sicily's best-known dishes.

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In villa experiences

We are here to assist you in creating unforgettable memories during your stay at the villa. Allow us to pamper you and make the most of your time there.

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Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily

From here until the southeasternmost tip of Sicily, the coastline is an uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach, dotted with picturesque little resort towns, including Punta Secca (Inspector Montalbano's home), Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Sampieri and Marina di Modica. The last strip, made up of several miles of dunes, is where the Allied forces landed in the 2nd World War. At the southernmost tip of Sicily is Isola Delle Correnti, offering an almost African scenario. Indeed, here we are considerably further south than Tunis.Just around the southeastern tip and heading north up the east coast, are the beaches of Marzamemi, San Lorenzo and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The reserve's salt water lagoons and varieties of flora offer the ideal habitat for a wide range of fauna, including nesting turtles and migrating flamingos.Continuing up the east coast, between Vendicari and the historic Greek town of Syracuse, are the popular sandy beaches of Marina di Noto, Calabernado, Marina di Avola, Gelsomineto, Fontane Bianche and Arenella.

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From the Guest Book

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

We had a rejuvenating stay at La Pergola. The villa was perfect. A beautiful space in a beautiful location. We easily accessed Taormina, enjoyed the beach below us, and sat outside, drank espresso and painted the views. We did not want to leave.

Jocelyn Jenks November 2025

What stood out about La Pergola was the standard of the house, the view and access to the beach, and the delightful owners and staff. Would we return? Yes, I love the position the sea access the restaurants within walking distance and the house itself.

EB September 2025

La Pergola is a dream location for a holiday in Taormina with views to die for. Architecturally designed and appointed, views that are out of this world and located close to the best beaches and cable car up to the town. Parking is also very close next to the cable car. The owner met us personally and provided a warm welcome and more than enough grocery and beverage supplies to give us a great start to our holiday. 5* experience. Would we return? Yes, it's dreamy, luxurious and it's the best spot in Taormina.

AW July 2025

La Pergola is nice, as are the views. The location is convenient.

Verified guest, July 2025

The location of La Pergola was perfect for us, close to the beach, restaurants and easy access to Taormina. The apartment itself was stylish and spacious, and the villa owner had thoughtfully provided some 'essentials' for our arrival, which was excellent! Brilliant experience with The Thinking Traveller team, from initial booking enquiry right through to the attentive advice and service provided by the on-the-ground team. Would definitely book again.

Verified guest, August 2025

La Pergola is in a beautiful location, spacious, and convenient for trips up to Taormina. It's a lovely property with wonderfully welcoming proprietors who were available to us throughout our stay and were generous with their assistance, recommendations and a well stocked refrigerator, fresh fruit and a complimentary bottle of champagne.

Excellent

4.7/5

1,174 Reviews

Taormina, Sicily

6 Guests

3 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

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