About Catania & Area

Apartment Gidu (Code CIS) Catania

(Sleeps 4) 80 m2. Luxury apartment situated in a typical little street in the historical centre of Catania, just a stone’s throw away from the Duomo, the Bellini Theatre and the Via Etnea - the town’s main shopping street-cumcatwalk renowned also for its beautiful palaces and baroque style buildings. Located on the second floor of a period building, the apartment offers exclusive, refined rooms that have been tastefully decorated and provided with all modern comforts. A perfect combination of fine furnishings and materials, such as old antiques and parquet flooring, and a warm, inviting atmosphere characterise the dwelling, which includes a gorgeous double bedroom with a loft, a classic living room and a kitchen decorated in a rustic style. Its location enables guests to enjoy the lively pace of this wonderful city and to discover all the historical, artistic beauties of the centre, which has been listed as Unesco’s world heritage. Among the main attractions are the Piazza del Duomo surrounded by imposing baroque buildings and the Via dei Crociferi, the medieval Ursino castle, Villa Bellini and the park. A visit to the fish market “La Pescheria” is also not to be missed: situated close to the cathedral, this fascinating spectacle is a truly, authentic experience of local traditions. Floor Plan: 2nd F.: entrance, living room with sofa bed and balcony, kitchen, 1 double bedroom with loft (two single beds), 1 bathroom with shower, balcony. Accessories: Washing-machine, Fridge, Freezer, 1 Oven(s) electric, TV, Satellitereceiver, CD player, DVD player, Cot, Heating: n. 2 - 1 heat pump + 1 convector heater , Air-conditioning: n. split.

Villa VIGR (Code CIS) Catania

(Sleeps 7) 220 m2. Luxury villa with private swimming pool situated in the vicinity of Trecastagni, a village on the slopes of Mount Etna, 20 km from Catania. It enjoys a privileged position: the surrounding area has a wealth of historical attractions and culinary delights to offer for those who like to discover and experience the authentic local traditions and flavours of this unique volcanic land. This beautiful dwelling offers guests refined, elegant rooms outfitted for perfect comfort with the very best materials and furnishings, such as parquet flooring and rich fabrics. It features a modern split level ground floor arrangement. On the ground floor is the warm, cosy living area with a living room, a dining room and a fully equipped masonry kitchen. From the dining room, a staircase leads to the lower ground floor with three wonderful bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a passing room with a sofa bed and a bright living room. Its tastefully furnished, spacious rooms are complemented by a covered terrace, and a beautiful pool with sunterrace. Floor Plan: G.F.: living room, dining room, kitchen open onto the dining room, 1 bathroom with shower, porch, solarium, swimming pool, garden; Lower F.: living room, 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom/tub, 1 double bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom/shower, 1 passing room with single sofa bed, 1 twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom/shower, laundry, terrace. Accessories: Washing machine, Dishwasher, Fridge, Chest freezer, 2 Oven(s) electric + microwave, TV, Satellite receiver, CD player, DVD player, Barbecue, Outdoor shower, Cot, High chair, Additional bed, Heating: n. 5 - radiators + 6 convectors heater (extra), Air-conditioning: n. split 6 (extra).