Villa Fenice  

On Sicily’s eastern coast in Calatabiano — a villa within walking distance of the town centre and about 1 mile from San Marco Beach. Bonita Beach is roughly 1.3 miles away and Taormina’s cable car is about 7 miles, making this a family-friendly base for sea-and-sightseeing days.

This spacious 5-bedroom villa mixes warm, homely décor with big social spaces: three living rooms, terraces and sea-view balconies, and a pool that looks toward the mountains. Rooms have modern comforts like air conditioning, satellite TV and entertainment consoles (Nintendo Wii, PS3). Bathrooms include a hot tub and bidet, and the property also features a spa area and an open-air bath plus a massage room for downtime.

Outdoor pool with mountain views, hot tub and full spa access, plus a garden, barbecue area and outdoor play equipment for kids. Shared library, children’s playrooms and diving-club options nearby keep every age entertained. Practical perks include free private parking, full-day security, laundry and paid airport shuttle; free Wi-Fi is available across the property.

Self-cater in the shared, fully equipped kitchen or fire up the barbecue for al fresco meals. Grocery delivery is available, ideal for picking up fresh Sicilian ingredients from nearby markets and cooking them at the villa.