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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Swimming pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Taormina, Sicily
Isola Bella
Place, Isola Bella
7 min walk
Greek Theatre
Place, Greek Theatre
10 min walk
Corso Umberto
Place, Corso Umberto
13 min walk
Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
44 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola
VILLETTE TAORMINA, LA PERLA DELL'ISOLA - TAORMINA AREA The charming Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'Isola, apartment (120sqm) is part of a Resort consisting of about 20 apartments, ideal for guests looking for a unique holiday in one of the most enchanting spots of Sicily. The resort is located in the spectacular natural scenery of Mazzarò's Bay overlooking the Island Isola Bella, one of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
It is walking distance to the cable car (800m) that allows guests to reach Taormina centre in just a few minutes (approximately 5 minutes car ride). Walking about 10 minutes towards Isola Bella beach and the cable car departure station, you will find along the street restaurants/pizzerias, 1 bar, 1 very good street food with typical Sicilian products , 2 minimarkets which also sell bread, 1 pharmacy and souvenir shops.
You will access the accommodation from the private parking area via a lift going down to each floor. The lift opens onto covered corridors with doors to the individual apartments including Villette Taormina. The lift takes also to the magnificent infinity swimming pool (usually open between May 1 - October 31; please enquire for specific dates).
THE APARTMENT From the external corridor on the ground floor, you will access a large and beautifully furnished living room, with dining table for 6, 40" TV with Satellite channels with USB port , and doors to a spacious furnished terrace with full sea view. There is a kitchen with cooker, oven, kettle, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
On the other side of the external (communal) corridor, you will find a second door located opposite the main entrance that leads to a room with double bed (size is 160x190cm) with bathroom with shower. Please note that this bedroom is separate from the main area of the apartment, therefore not suitable for young children.
On the first floor there is a spacious double bedroom with sea view, and one bathroom with shower. From this floor, few outdoor covered steps lead to a further double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower.
Facilities: air conditioning units in the bedrooms for cold and hot, washing machine, dishwasher, iron, 40" TV with USB port, stereo, hairdryer, private parking space, shared swimming pool, safe-box, table tennis in the building's communal area, microwave oven, fridge, freezer, kettle, gas hob, oven, toaster, carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, coffee machine (capsules), bed linen, bathroom towels, pool towels.
The building has 2 lifts: one from the parking area (on the roof of the building which is at street level) that takes you to the apartments and to the pool area, and one larger lift that takes you from the apartments to the beach. From where the lift stops, there are about 20 steps to reach the beach.
PLEASE NOTE: - The apartment can accommodate maximum 6 guests, including babies. - The pool normally opens on May 1st, weather permitting. For May bookings, please keep in mind that if April has been particularly rainy or stormy, some condominium services may no work such as lift, ladder into the sea (if the sea has been stormy, it can be taken away by waves), parts of the rocks, etc. We kindly ask to keep the April weather in mind. - When the pool is closed, the lift going down to see level is also closed. Pool is usually open between May 1 to October 31; please enquire for specific information if your dates are outside of these, or beginning of May - end of October, as it can sometimes vary. - The step ladder that goes into the sea, is taken off by the building admin between September 20th and early October, so access to the sea is only possible via the rocks.
Sleeps 6 - Code SI277
Distances: Taormina 3km, Catania 45km Beach, restaurants and shops: 400m Lift to Taormina centre: 800m Nearest beach: Isola Bella (400m, shingle), Mazzaro' Bay (900m, shingle beach), Letojanni (sandy, about 5 minute car ride)
CHECK IN: 16:00-20:00 **IF THE OWNER IS NOT INFORMED IN ADVANCE OF LATE ARRIVAL AFTER 20:00, A €50 FEE WILL BE APPLIED CHECK OUT: 10:00 PAYABLE LOCALLY IN CASH: REFUNDABLE SECURITY DEPOSIT €500, ELECTRICITY/AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING €0.50 KW/H (UP TO 100 KW INCLUDED). TOURIST TAX €3 PER PERSON PER NIGHT. FREE WI-FI UP TO 100 GB PER WEEK.
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Stunning Taormina location: Villa in Isola Bella bay with direct access to beach
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Stunning Taormina location: Villa in Isola Bella bay with direct access to beach
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT083097C2K8UFIKHU
About the area
Taormina
Located in Taormina, this apartment is on the beach. Corso Umberto is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Isola Bella and Letojanni Beach. Villa Comunale Garden and Passopisciaro are also worth visiting.
Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 121 min drive
Restaurants
Art Mediterranea Cafe - 8 min drive
La Marina - 12 min walk
Caffetteria Belvedere - 8 min drive
Da Giovanni - 11 min walk
Bell’Assai - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola?
As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$905, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villette Taormina, La Perla Dell'isola located?
Nestled on the beach, this Taormina apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Isola Bella. Lido Conchiglie and Lido Mazzaro are also within 15 minutes. Taormina Giardini Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Marco welcomed us very well. Very good communication and very responsive. He gave us a lot of very good information. The apartment is clean and well maintained. The 3 rooms are well separated between each other which is very good with young adults but maybe not good with young Kids.
Loved the experience. The host, Marco was wonderful and informative about the area, places to go and eat and telling us about the bus times and location to and from the airport.
Would definitely recommend this property!!!
Pamela C.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2022
Hi
I am glad you enjoyed Villette Taormina. We look forward to helping you in the future , we have a great selection of villas
Cristina
from
Italian Breaks
We had a wonderful stay here - beautiful views that you can never tire of, the apartment is comfortable and very well equipped. Two of the bedrooms are set slightly apart which is great if you have older children or guests in your party who like a bit of privacy. The owner is very kind and helpful, and made lots of suggestions to ensure we enjoyed our stay. We loved spending time by the infinity pool and the experience of using the lift to access the private solarium (great snorkelling and sea caves). And easy access to Taormina and nearby areas either on foot or by bus. We loved our time here, thank you for making us so welcome.
Paul R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Hi Paul, thank you so much for your kind review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the apartment and in Taormina! We hope you will return soon!
We just spent a week in this property, it was a fabulous vacation! The location is great, we were able to walk to Isola Bella in a few minutes, there were restaurants, bars and convenience stores nearby for the basics. We were able to easy access taxis to visit the center of Taormina as well. The view from the patio is breathtaking. The pool area was also great, to be able to sit in the pool and enjoy the view was so relaxing. The elevator to the water level was so cool, it was so nice to sit down near the water and listen to the waves. We had all the amenities we needed, a coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine, glasses, plates, bowls, etc., although we didn't cook much other our morning coffee.
Marco was an excellent host, he provided great information about the area and spent time showing me around the unit and the building. He was responsive to my questions. He was also kind enough to bring us excellent cannolis when we checked out.
This was a great vacation, I would recommend staying here and I would definitely stay here again if I visited!
Kerry O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Hi Kerry,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback, we are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous vacation and enjoyed your stay. Marco always goes above and beyond for the guests, we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him, he will be very happy! It would be our pleasure to welcome you back and provide you with another fantastic vacation experience.
Wonderful views over Isola Bella in excellently-equipped apartment
The apartment was excellently equipped with wonderful views over Isola Bella, which was a short walk from the apartment. Our children loved the pool, which we virtually had to ourselves, and the table tennis table was great entertainment for them as well. We didn't use the private beach on the rocks below as our children are young, but with older kids / adults, this would've been lovely.
The property owner was so incredibly helpful - advised us on how to get there from Catania Airport by bus (only 7 Euros pp, drops you off 100m from the apartment - very easy) and then met us at the bus stop to help with our luggage, and then did the same on the return. He also thought ahead about how the bed layout might work with our young children, so it was all perfectly ready for when we arrived. Everything we needed was there, so we could instantly relax and enjoy our holiday. A huge thank you!
George T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
Hi George, thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled that you had such a great stay and time in Sicily. Marco will be delighted to hear this, and we all hope to see you again soon!
There are a lots of pluses and a few minuses with this property. First Marco greeted us with fresh beers and was super friendly and helpful with tips and recommendations. Then the view is just incredible even better than the pictures. We spent most of our time on the terrasse. The location is walking distance from restaurants and the funicular that brings you to the old city where there is a ton of restaurants and boutiques although some of the walking is on the road ( no sidewalks).
The kitchen is quite small and making a meal for a group can be tricky. As there are so many restaurants nearby it wasn’t really an issue since we ate most of our meals outside. Be aware that the unit really consists of a large main bedroom looking towards the sea and a small children bedroom with two single beds. The other two bedrooms are situated outside the main unit one across the hall that divides the complex in two and the other one is accessed from the second story and across. That
Nathalie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2022
Hi Nathalie, thank you for your review and kind words. Yes, as per our description, one of the bedrooms is across the hall (with separate access) and one if by crossing a few outside steps but still on the side of the apartment. We try to be as clear as possible in our description but always welcome questions if anything is unclear. We are so happy you had a great time at our apartment and in Taormina!
`On our second trip to Sicily we decided to try an extended stay in Taormina. Travelling with another couple, we picked this unit based on the web site pix and reviews.
The condo development is literally in the hillside above Isola. You can miss it driving by as the only visible evidence is the topside parking lot, one of spaces to be assigned to your car for free (this is the only free thing in Taormina). We were met by the owner/agent, Marco. He is warm, informative, curious about his guests, and readily available for a tour of the facility and any questions.
As others have written, the unit layout is a bit different, but it makes sense design wise. Its on three levels. Internally, on the main level there is a large common area for lounging and dining (kitchen is tight but has everything, including dishwasher) which leads to the private patio/deck overlooking Isola from about 300 yards away. The patio is about 125 feet above the water, immediately below. The Calabrian coast sits in a haze across the horizon. One bedroom upstairs overlooks the same view. A second bedroom is accessed internally from the upstairs level and requires a few stairs up across a small, private and secure (locks on all doors) open air stair well area. The upstairs bedroom contains a washer/dryer and has access to a small, private roof deck where the clothes line lives. The third bedroom is across the interior hall from the common room. The layout works just fine. Thanks, Marco!
Michael L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2023
Hi Michael, thank you for your review. We are happy that you had such a great time in Taormina and Sicily. We hope you will return to Italy soon and stay in one of our properties. Italian Breaks Ltd
L’emplacement est parfait. La plage privée est un joyau. Le propriétaire est avenant. L’appartement est d’une propreté impeccable et l’immeuble est très bien tenu. Nous étions 5 et nous avons tous adoré notre séjour.
Karine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Hi Karine, it is with great pleasure that we read your lovely review. We are so pleased that you had an amazing stay and hope you will return soon, you have been wonderful guests!
We had just an amazing week at this property from start to finish. Even though we had flight delays and took a wrong turn on the way, we were still personally greeted by the lovely Marco (and Christina via FaceTime) who ensured that we settled in and had everything we needed for a perfect week. We loved his flexibilty, welcome gifts and restaurant recommendations which were much appreciated, along with his pro activity in checking that we were ok throughout the week. Thank you Marco!
Parking in the area was a challenge so having parking facilities at the property is a real bonus that should not be under estimated, along with its location being only a short walk down to many excellent restaurants and bars, the cable cars up to Taormina and the beach at Isola Bella beach. The view from the property is a rare beauty and we spent many hours on the balcony during meal times. Shopping in Taormina is a must with many beautiful views and a terrific atmosphere throughout the day and evenings.
Rooms are spacious and well equipped. To note there is a quirky layout of bedrooms outside of the main part of the apartment which was perfect for us with 2 teenagers who enjoyed their own space in the evenings so very suitable to groups of sharing adults. Despite the complex being made up of many apartments there is no noise from other neighbours and the unit feels exclusive.
We really appreciated the use of the private beach via the James Bond style cave-elevator and the well maintained pool area
This could now have become our perfect family bolthole! Thank you such a lovely week. Everything exceeded our expectations. We plan to return soon and look forward to booking again.
Logement confortable, vue magnifique et très bon accueil
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cet appartement malgré la météo pluvieuse pour cette période. Le logement est très bien situé avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la magnifique Isola Bella. Le parking privatif inclus est très pratique et indispensable car il est très difficile de se garer dans Mazzaro. L'appartement est très confortable et très bien équipé. Nous étions 8 personnes sans nous sentir à l'étroit. La piscine à l'eau salée et débordement est très grande et magnifique. Marco est un hôte prévenant et d'une gentillesse rare! Nous sommes arrivés tard dans la nuit avec les enfants et nous avons trouvé de quoi faire un dîner et un petit déjeuner le lendemain matin! Nous reviendrons l'été... Je recommande!
The property was perfect for three couples. Each bedroom provides privacy while also providing a common area to gather and relax. The private access to the ocean was amazing and the infinity pool very nice.
Duane G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2021
Hi Duane,
Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled that you had a pleasant stay and it has been a pleasure hosting you and your family. We hope to see you again soon!
Amazing location with stunning view of Isola Bella from the main bedroom, terrace and pool. The two bedrooms separated from the main apartment are more suitable for older teenagers/adults. Sea swimming suits good swimmers (reef shoes and jellyfish protection advised for swims to Isola Bella and the cove beyond the dive centre). Beautiful pool with good facilities cleaned daily. Short walk to shops, cafes, restaurants and cable car but road lacks a continuous pavement, so caution advised. Kayaks available to hire from the main beach.
Simple, clean apartment with private beach and amazing views over Isola Bella.
Stacey D.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Hi Stacey, we're thrilled you had a nice stay and hope to hear from you again for your next trip to Italy!
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10/10 Excellent
Kawtar L.
26 August 2018
Vue époustouflante sur Isola Bella!
Superbe appartement avec une vue imprenable sur Isola Bella. Bien équipé, terrasse très agréable, piscine et solarium inoubliables. Bon point de départ pour visiter l'est de l'île.
Seul inconvénient: la repartition des chambres qui n est pas très pratique avec des enfants en bas âge. Plus adapté pour des familles avec des adolescents ou des groupes d'adultes.