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Perla Nera
Traditional villa with pool and garden
Viagrande (East Sicily)
Features
- Aristocratic Estate
- Hydrojet
- Mediterranean Garden
- Great Outdoor Space
- Traditional Style
- Walk to Town
Antique-filled aristocratic Sicilian residence with extraordinary gardens and pool area. Approximately 20 minutes’ drive from Catania Airport, with a spacious interior, Perla Nera is an excellent villa for groups and special celebrations.
The villa is on the south side of Mount Etna on Sicily’s east coast. Dating back to the early 1500s, Perla Nera is unquestionably reminiscent of another age, with exquisite gardens scattered with stone statues and hidden nooks and crannies, and inside, the original wine press and an astonishing collection of antique furniture.
Ancient roses, jasmine and camellias weave their way around faded stone columns and walls, ornamental hedges frame tree-filled manicured lawns and the fragrance of flowers and plants fills the air.
The pièce de résistance, however, is undoubtedly the pool, fringed with towering palms and built with black lava stone resulting in inky-blue waters. The pool also has a hydrojet for an extra touch of luxury. Alongside the swimming pool is a changing room with bathroom.
A wonderful barbecue area is found surrounded by atmospheric plants and sculptures whilst a beautiful outdoor dining area is on the patio outside the main villa, creating the perfect spot for al fresco meals. Two vast conservatories, dotted with large planters containing citrus trees are also found in the garden.
This is traditional Sicily at its best: painted wooden bed frames and imposing wardrobes preside in the bedrooms, magnificent carved dressers and ornamental tables are distributed throughout the villa, and an atmosphere of historic elegance reigns throughout the house.
Perla Nera has a grand entrance hall, furnished in a wonderful traditional Sicilian style. Elegant chairs surround a colourful fireplace creating a formal sitting area. Next to this is the estate's original wine press, now transformed into a sitting room with a small dining table. Turning the corner you enter a large corridor, with antique sofas lining the wall. From this corridor you can access a pretty dining room which leads on to the traditional and colourful Sicilian kitchen, both of which have direct access to the garden.
A lovely reading room gives access to the ground floor bedrooms. One beautiful double bedroom has an adjacent bathroom. The other two bedrooms are adjoining (accessible only via the reading room or the dining room), and both have ensuite bathrooms.
A staircase is found near the reading room, leading up to the two double bedrooms on the upper attic floor, both of which have ensuite bathrooms.
For more than 10 guests, a guest house on the property is available for up to four extra guests, with one double and one twin bedroom. The twin bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom whilst the double room has an adjoining bathroom close by. There is also a living room and fitted kitchenette.
Beaches
Leaving the foothills of Mount Etna, you can find some beautiful beaches in east Sicily. Santa Teresa di Riva is a lovely beach in a seaside town. There are great facilities including lidos and beach bars to enjoy. Giardini Naxos and Letojanni are also coastal towns that were once fishing villages, but now boast well-organised beaches and wonderful seafront restaurants. Isola Bella in Taormina is unmissable thanks to its beauty. It’s clear why this beach continues to charm, with its pebbles, clear water, and unforgettable setting. It’s a must for a chic day by the sea!
Towns & Sights
Mount Etna is the star of the show in this part of Sicily. Make sure you visit the National Park to see the unique scenery and amazing views. Etna’s foothills have many traditional towns like Milo, Trecastagni, and Nicolosi. Visit and be charmed by their small-town feel and great food. If you want to experience city life, then don’t miss Catania. Sicily’s second city has amazing architecture built with lava stone, and a captivating atmosphere. Perla Nera is also close to Taormina. Needing almost no introduction, Taormina is famous all over the world for its style and beauty, as well as its lovely beach, top-quality restaurants, and incredible views.
Activities
Plan an amazing meal at the villa with an in-villa cook service, or learn some Sicilian culinary secrets with a cookery lesson! Etna offers lots of space for fun experiences. Either visit a winery and enjoy a tour and tasting, or organise a jeep tour to the summit where you can admire the amazing views, and ancient lava flows. Another great option for nature is a quad tour of the Alcantara Gorges – you’ll see incredible natural scenery and have an adrenaline-filled afternoon! Or you could always head to the coast and spend a day on the sea during a boat trip.
Main house
- 340 MQ
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Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Traditional and imposing entrance hall with antique furniture.
Sitting Room
Atmospheric sitting room with comfortable sofas and traditional touches.
Kitchen
Large, rustic and uniquely decorated kitchen.
Dining Room
Stylish dining room full of Sicilian accents.
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Bright bedroom with outside access through French window.
Convertible bedroom
Pretty bedroom with access to garden through French window.
Reading Room
Stylish and cosy reading room.
Bedroom
Bathroom
Large bathroom with shower.
Bathroom
Small guest bathroom.
First Floor
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Convertible bedroom
Guest House
- 65 MQ
Ground Floor
Living Area
Comfortable living area with a sofa and small dining table.
Bedroom
Bathroom
Small bathroom with shower.
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom
Other areas
- 4000 MQ
Swimming Pool
Extraordinary pool made from lava stone with a hydrojet massage area. Surrounded by sunloungers, umbrellas and furniture.
Changing Room
Area for changing with a guest bathroom.
Garden
Manicured garden with a wide selection of beautifully maintained areas and seating areas.
Barbecue Area
Lovely barbecue area for cooking Sicilian feasts.
Outdoor Dining Area
Beautiful al fresco dining area with large umbrella offering shade.
Parking
There is plenty of space for parking on the property.
Check-in: from 4:00 pm
Check-out: by 10:00 am
Early check-in and late check-out is free at this villa, according to availability.
No smoking
No pets
Parties or events can be held at the villa, but only with prior arrangement and at an additional cost.
Damages will be charged from the Security Deposit
The electricity usage included in the price is meant to avoid energy waste and to promote an eco friendly attitude.
The 400kwh is an amount calculated on an average use at full capacity.
The pool is open to guests all year round.
An on-site caretaker lives on the property and is available should guests have any problems.
Heating in the villa is available on request in Winter months, at an extra cost (€ 0.90 / Smc).
Perla Nera is a historic residence in a traditional style, rich in exquisite furnishings. Some of the elegant sofas, which are highly cherished by the owners, are covered to protect them from potential damage.
Amenities
- Air conditioning 1
- Heating 2
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- Dishwasher
- Kettle
- Mixer
- Toaster
- Oven
- Microwave oven
- Coffee machine
- Safebox
- Satellite TV
- DVD
- Sky 3
- Stereo
- ADSL Wi-Fi internet 4
1 In all bedrooms
2 On request in Winter months (€ 0.90 / Smc)
3 Only in the Main house
4 Only in the Main house
- Pool 1
- Pool towels
- Sunloungers
- Sun umbrellas
- Changing room
- Private parking
- Private garden
- Gazebo
- Barbecue
- Table tennis
1 22x8 (LxW in meters)
- Welcome pack
- Electricity 1
- Pool cleaning 2
- Garden maintenance 3
- Rubbish collection 4
- Mid-week cleaning 5
- Mid-week towel change 6
- Linen & towel change 7
- Final cleaning
- City tax
1 400 kWh included - € 0,90 per extra kWh
2 Once a week
3 Daily
4 Daily
5 Twice a week
6 Once a week
7 Weekly linen/towel changes and a cleaning service are included for multiple-week bookings
5% off your booking price with the Multiple Week Promo! Book 14 nights and enjoy this discount.
The offer is valid for all bookings of at least 14 nights that take place in 2025 and cannot be used in combination with any other Villatravellers promotion.
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