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VILLA MANCINI - Loft right by the sea in front of the Faraglioni

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 780 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

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Aci Castello, Sicily
  • Place, Cyclops Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Casa del Nespolo Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Seafront
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

VILLA MANCINI - Loft right by the sea in front of the Faraglioni

Surrounded by greenery and overlooking one of the most evocative stretches of coastline in Sicily, our loft enjoys a unique and privileged location, with private access to the sea within the Cyclops Marine Protected Area. A truly special place where nature, the sea and comfort come together to offer an unforgettable stay.

With a pleasant 600–800 meter walk, you can easily reach the charming seaside villages of Aci Castello and Acitrezza, rich in restaurants, cafés, markets, shops, banks, post offices and rental services (bikes, canoes, cars). Everything you need is within walking distance, with no need for a car.

The location is also ideal for exploring Eastern Sicily: Catania and Acireale are just minutes away, while Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Mount Etna, Caltagirone and Piazza Armerina are all easily accessible. Urban and intercity bus stops are located directly in front of the property, along with the Tourist Bus, allowing guests to move around comfortably and freely.

The seafront, considered one of the most beautiful in Italy, is fully equipped with beach clubs, solariums, diving centers, water sports facilities and boat rentals. Within the Cyclops Marine Reserve, guests can enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, transparent-bottom boat tours and natural trails suitable for both adults and children. The famous Acitrezza sea stacks, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, can be reached by pedal boat, canoe or traditional rowing boats, easily rented on the beach.

The loft is perfect in every season: from summer seaside holidays to autumn and winter escapes, including unique events such as the Acireale Carnival, one of the most spectacular in Sicily, as well as spring holidays and traditional patron saint festivals with markets, fairs and breathtaking fireworks.
Just a short drive away lies Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, offering unforgettable excursions and breathtaking landscapes.

Ideal also for families with children, thanks to the nearby theme parks, water parks and adventure parks, including Etnaland.

To make your stay even more special, the owners — passionate about cooking and trekking — can organize, upon request, traditional Sicilian lunches or dinners, featuring fish, meat and local products, as well as guided walks and excursions on Mount Etna and the surrounding area.

A peaceful oasis immersed in nature, just steps from the sea, in the authentic heart of Eastern Sicily.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Cyclops Beach. Features include a water park and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, patio, and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Cyclops Beach and Ionian Sea
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor padel courts
  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 861 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number IT037006C2E2FZ6E5U

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

VILLA MANCINI - Loft right by the sea in front of the Faraglioni Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay in Sicily and the accommodation was fantastic and ideally located near the Beach ( Rocky but with good access via various boardwalks where payment is required but well worth it ) Our host Orazio was brilliant and even helped us sort out repairing a puncture we suffered on the first day and then invited us to a party he was holding that evening, Highly recommended
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keil N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Condo in Aci Castello

Property was perfect for our family's stay. Very good location within walking distance of Aci Trezza and Aci Castello. Orazio communicated well before and during our stay - definitely an awesome and accomodating host. Gated onsite parking was a nice plus.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dode H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful for Christmas sleepovers!

Orazio (owner) went the extra mile for us. Arriving in the dark, it was very difficult to locate, so, after WA-ing between us, he and his son stood out on the road to ‘direct’ us! Then throughout our stay he responded immediately when we had questions/concerns.... The apartment was as per the pics online. Spacious and light; the patio area well-screened with gorgeous mature plants.... Recommend highly. “We must come again” became our mantra!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anat B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time at A I Castelo

We had great time at Horazio's place in Aci Castelo. The apartment is very well arranged. Horazio was very attentive and responsive to our requests. The apartment situated in a beautiful area over looking the sea,with short distance from Catania and Taormina. We recommend warmly this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Lovely property, very well situated and the owners were extrememly helpful and kind.

Property was ideally situated in Aci Castello with great road access to various sites on the east side of Sicily. Catania was only 15 minutes drive away. The property was clean, with great facilities and the owners were delightful and very helpful. Aci Castello and Aci Terza have great restaurants whic are no more than 5/10 minutes walk from the property. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

SABINE C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon accueil des propriétaires, très aidants. Le logement était très propre. Le jardin permet de manger et se détendre à l’ombre. Pas de piscine mais il suffit de traverser la route et on accède à la mer. Côte rocheuse où nous avons fait de belles séances de snorkeling avec nos ados dans la réserve marine. On peut très facilement aller à pied soit au beau village d’Aci Castello soit à Aci Trezza pour louer pédalo,paddle ou manger des glaces.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanja S.

2 Wochen in Aci Trezza - Unterkunft okay aber für 2 Wochen zu wenig Komfort und zu laut

Zunächst einmal möchte ich betonen, dass der Vermieter sehr freundlich war und der Kontakt immer sehr nett war. Weiterhin möchte ich darauf hinweisen, dass unsere Bewertung aus UNSERER Sicht (deutsches Paar ohne Kinder, 35 Jahre) geschrieben ist und wir eventuell einen höheren Anspruch an Qualität haben. Ich finde faire und ehrliche Bewertungen wichtig da ich mich selbst darauf verlasse bei Buchungen, daher kann ich die anderen SEHR guten Bewertungen zu diesem Appartment nicht verstehen. Hier also unser ganz ehrlicher Blick auf die 2 Wochen vor Ort: Pro: - netter Kontakt zum Vermieter, er ist immer erreichbar - problemloser Check-in am Anreisetag - großes Appartment mit viel Platz - schön angelegter Vorgarten - funktionierende Klimaanlage - helle, offene Räume - Privatsphäre obwohl die Vermieter direkt darüber wohnen - Parkplatz direkt vor dem Appartment auf dem Privatgelände, daher sehr sicher - Supermarkt zu Fuß erreichbar sowie auch diverse gute Restaurants in den 2 benachbarten Ortschaften - In nur 50Min (mit dem Auto) am Ätna Con: - es ist unheimlich laut! Eine größere Straße geht direkt vor dem Haus entlang und dort ist ständiger Verkehr, auch nachts. Ich konnte aufgrund der Lautstärke sehr schlecht schlafen. - zur Lautstärke: man hört im Appartment ständig den Wasserheizer (Boiler) bzw. das laute Quietschen, wenn jemand der Familie des Vermieters oben in ihrer Wohnung einen Wasserhahn aufdreht oder duscht. Das geht leider von 7:30 morgens bis 23:30 abends... uns hat das sehr gestört, weil man auch immer davon aufgewacht ist. - Ausstattung: die Betten waren für unsere Verhältnisse sehr unbequem, die Kopfkissen sind keine richtigen Schlafkissen, eher Deko-Kissen. Wir haben daher eher schlecht geschlafen. Da wir die Insel eh noch erkunden wollten, haben wir 5 von 14 Nächten spontan in anderen Appartments in anderen Städten übernachtet, daher war es am Ende nur halb so schlimm. - Ausstattung: das Bad ist leider in die Jahre gekommen... die Toilette war kaputt (der Sitz ist immer verrutscht), die Duschkabine ist nicht richtig zugegangen (daher auch undicht) und war super klein. An der Wand im Bad war Schimmel im Eck zu sehen. - Ausstattung Couch: über die Couch sind Tücher gespannt damit man den eigentlichen Zustand der Couch nicht sofort sieht. Die Sitzflächen hängen nach unten und man kann dort eigentlich gar nicht richtig sitzen. - Falscher Eindruck durch die Bilder des Inserates: es gibt keinen eigenen Pool
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Heinz N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Inserat

Ich hatte den Filter auf Objekte mit Pool gesetzt und dann wurde mir dies angezeigt. Es gab aber keinen Pool
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

anne r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bon séjour

Petite villa bien située pour découvrir la côte Est de la Sicile. Route passante au bas de la propriété, mais la végétation permet que ce ne soit pas bruyant. Commerces et restaurants à proximité
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Christian M.

Très bon sejour

Bel appartement entouré d un jardin magnifique. Propriétaires accueillants.

10/10 Excellent

Maddalena C., Oleggio

Risveglio vista mare

Posizione ottima sia per recarsi al mare, sia per arrivare a piedi ad Acitrezza dove si trova di tutto: dal supermercato ai negozi di ogni genere ai bar e ai ristoranti. Molto piacevole l’appartamento con la grande vetrata vista mare e il giardino dove si può comodamente fare colazione pranzo e cena. Proprietari molto ospitali e disponibili! Ci tornerei!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

laurence b.

C’est pas mal..mais tres pres d’une route passante et bruyante..les propritaires sont gentils

Le loft est agreable mais pas grand chose pour faire la cuisine..il vaut mieux parler italien..et ce n’est pas evident a trouver..
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mirenka F.

Estupendo

Orazio ha sido un perfecto anfitrión, nos ha tratado como si fuesemos de su familia. La casa está muy bien situada para visitar todos los sitios importantes como Catania, Taormina, Siracusa y el Etna. A pocos minutos andando Acitrezza y Acicastello. Lo recomendamos sin duda.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

gerlof V.

Compact maar fijn appartement

Mooi en eenvoudig appartement. Wij waren met vijf personen en dat is max. Door slimme indeling met schuifdeuren kan de tweepersoons slaapkamer visueel bij de zitkamer en keuken worden getrokken. Door glazen gevel ruim en licht gevoel. Eigenaar woont er boven. Met handen en voeten en half Engels valt goed te communiceren. Erg behulpzaam. Fijn terras met voldoende zon en schaduw. Op loopafstand van aci trezza en aci castello. Snel in Catania En ongeveer een uur van Taormina omdat het aan een doorgaande weg ligt.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Martha Z.

Ferienwohnung Fam. Orazia Blanco

Die Wohnung entspricht in vollem Umfang der Beschreibung. Besonders schön ist der Garten und die Terrasse. Vermieter sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und entgegenkommend. Parkplatz auf dem Grundstück vorhanden und durch ein stabiles Tor abgesichert. Der Ort und das Meer sind innerhalb weniger Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen. Sehr gute Fischrestaurants und Bars mit herrlicher Aussicht auf die Cyclopenfelsen. Das einzig Störende war eine Baustelle nebenan.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Jacqueline B.

Mooi terras, ruim appartement, zeer aardige gastheer en gastvrouw

Goed gelegen tussen twee leuke dorpjes. Geen strand, wel lido's met trappen in zee. Prima zwemwater. Aan te raden : kanoen naar de eilandjes.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Estelle B.

Location à retenir

L'appartement est propre et bien agencé. La climatisation est efficace, et la terrasse très agréable. Bien situé pour visiter la Sicile de Taormine à Syracuse. De plus Orazio et sa femme sont très accueillants.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Guy V.

Great place for vacation

Very nice house, close to the coast. Orazio is a perfect guest and was always available for advice. Thanks for the great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gusta K., Hilversum, the Netherlands

Heerlijk verblijf met de gastvrije Oratio

Wij hebben een fijne week gehad in het appartement onder het huis van Oratio in Aci Castello. Een mooi appartement met een heerlijk terras omgeven door prachtige beplanting. Het appartement biedt alle comfort die je nodig hebt om je verblijf aangenam te maken. Het huis ligt op loopafstand van een leuke kleine haven met daaromheen allerlei leuke restaurants. Verder is het een goed uitgangspunt om leuke trips te maken naar bijv. Catania en Syracuse