Unique style for the region and beautiful grounds. Puts you within easy striking distance to Catania and Taormina.

Set amidst an area lush with natural beauty in the DOC wine region on the slopes of Mount Etna, Villa Maude offers the ideal balance between the sea and the countryside, the traditional and the modern. Just 20 km North of Catania, the second largest city of Sicily, this beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom estate is a haven of calm and serenity. The façade of the property remains in fact unchanged retaining the structure of a typical wine making facility. The interiors have been completely renovated with a contemporary eye, and this juxtaposition creates a dramatic contrast.

LIVING SPACES
First Floor: From the courtyard, climbing approximately 20 steps, you will enter the sun-washed double living room with dining and sitting areas. This spacious room, with its central glass fireplace, vaulted fresco ceiling, white floor against grey walls, warm wooden table paired with canary yellow polypropylene molded chairs, boasts a timeless and fashion-forward look. The plush, white sofas act as the focal point in the space, along with the beautiful windows bringing in a lot of natural light. The
modern glass fireplace and the floating shelving adds an artistic and youthful appeal. A bright and fully equipped kitchen with a central island and large picture window, serves the dining room. A guest bathroom completes this floor.

OUTDOOR FEATURES
The villa boast a 30,000 sq feet manicured garden where a generous infinity edge salt-water swimming pool, complete with sun beds and umbrellas, is the belle of the ball. Just next to it, a beautiful sun room with glass walls, a great space to enjoy when tired of sunbathing or willing to just lounge in the shade. An additional lovely terrace with an ancient well is located next to the kitchen, and it is an ideal place for having morning breakfast and dinners under the stars.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The villa is located in a tranquil outskirt area only a 5 minute drive from the nearest town. The beach establishments and Taormina are 30 minutes away. Its quiet location is ideal for those guests looking to spend time relaxing at the house, touring the old wine region or visiting the eastern side of Sicily.

INCLUDED WITH RATE
Electricity, water, A/C, heating and final cleaning
Daily housekeeping service (kitchen, bathrooms, living area) – provided only in the afternoon
Mid-week change of linens (Wed)
Wi-Fi internet access indoor only
Weekly garden and pool maintenance

NOT INCLUDED WITH RATE
Additioinal housekeeping service: €12 per hour (min. 3 hours)
Cook service (breakfast service not available) – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff
Cost of food and beverages
Pantry pre-stocking service: €50 plus cost of purchased goods

NOTES
Damage Liability: €1,500
Visitor’s tax: The Italian government might require the payment of a Visitor’s Tax (approximately €1.50 – €6.00 per person, per day, depending on the location) and may be applied for the first ten days in the destination. This tax is payable locally, in Euro cash.
Pets NOT allowed
Washer and dryer at guests’ disposal
Caretaker lives on the premises, privacy of the guests is guaranteed
Supplement for late arrival (after 7:00 pm): €100 to be paid at arrival. No check-in accepted after 10:00 pm
Check-in: between 4:00 pm–7:00 pm; Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
All extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arrange