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10/10 Excellent
louis j.
10 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
louis j.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House"
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3
Popular amenities
- Barbecue
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Kitchen
- Dryer
- Refrigerator
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House"
Il team di donizettihouse . com Vi da il benvenuto. Appartamento tranquillo 10 minuti a piedi dal mare e 30 minuti a piedi dal Centro Storico. Confortevole e Multi Accessoriato.
Non adatto a famiglie con bambini sotto i 10 anni per la presenza di scala interna.
NON ADATTO A PERSONE ALTE PIU’ DI 1,80 mt. PERCHÉ IL PIANO NOTTE è ALTO 1,90 mt.
In casa è assolutamente vietato fumare.
Casa accessoriata di ogni cosa, dalla cucina alla lavanderia con Lavatrice e Asciugatrice, Bagni attrezzati, Televisione 65” Qled , Grande Frigorifero e Divano Relax . WiFi e aria Climatizzata.
La casa presenta una collocazione ideale per vivere il mare distante 15 minuti a piedi ed il centro storico distante circa 30 minuti a piedi.
Non è consigliata alle persone alte più di 1,80 mt. A causa del vano notte in ammezzato che è alto 1,90.
Non è consigliata a bambini dai 2 ai 10 anni di età per la presenza di scale interne.
Non adatto a famiglie con bambini sotto i 10 anni per la presenza di scala interna.
NON ADATTO A PERSONE ALTE PIU’ DI 1,80 mt. PERCHÉ IL PIANO NOTTE è ALTO 1,90 mt.
In casa è assolutamente vietato fumare.
Casa accessoriata di ogni cosa, dalla cucina alla lavanderia con Lavatrice e Asciugatrice, Bagni attrezzati, Televisione 65” Qled , Grande Frigorifero e Divano Relax . WiFi e aria Climatizzata.
La casa presenta una collocazione ideale per vivere il mare distante 15 minuti a piedi ed il centro storico distante circa 30 minuti a piedi.
Non è consigliata alle persone alte più di 1,80 mt. A causa del vano notte in ammezzato che è alto 1,90.
Non è consigliata a bambini dai 2 ai 10 anni di età per la presenza di scale interne.
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House Rules
Check in after 12:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number IT087015C2G67VZ8TT
Property # 10935121
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Catania
Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, a neighbourhood in Catania. Via Etnea is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Catania Beach and Mount Etna. Etnaland and Palace of Culture are also worth visiting.
Catania, Provincia di Catania
What's nearby
- Port of San Giovanni - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Tribunale di Catania - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Lungomare di Ognina - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Via Etnea - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- Catania Port - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
- Catania Ognina Station - 14 min walk
- Italia Station - 15 min walk
- Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- Capital Pizza - 9 min walk
- Verona e Bonvegna Pasticceria - 10 min walk
- Tris Bar - 7 min walk
- Andrew's Faro - 11 min walk
- Super Pane di Trovato Lucia - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House"?
Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House"?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two steps from the sea and four from the historic center "Donizetti House" located?
Located in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ionian Sea and Port of San Giovanni. Lungomare di Ognina and Tribunale di Catania are also within 1 mile (2 km). Italia Station is 15 minutes by foot and Galatea Station is 16 minutes.
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Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Grazie per la tua recensione, Tu e Janet sarete sempre i benvenuti a casa mia, spero di rivedervi presto e vi auguro tutto il bene del mondo.
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10/10 Excellent
Kristine M.
7 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most perfect stay
We arrived at the apartment and our host greated us with a bottle of Prosecco and saved us at parking spot.
He showed us all we needed to know and recommended places to see and eat. We felt safe and supported at all times. This was the best vacation for us.
Kristine M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Kristine e Cynthia sono state due ospiti meravigliose, rispettose delle regole della casa e la comunicazione è stata eccellente. Hanno lasciato l’appartamento ordinato e pulito. Spero tanto di riaverle ancora come ospiti.
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10/10 Excellent
Joshua G.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeds expectations, great property with an even better host
I greatly enjoyed my stay at the Donizetti House. The property was extremely comfortable and totally clean when I arrived. The neighborhood was nice as well, quieter than the more touristy parts of Catania.
The host, Alessandro, was also extremely helpful. He not only saved me a parking spot for the check-in and waited late after my flight was delayed, he also recommended local activities and nearby live music in Catania. Would stay again!
Joshua G.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2024
You have been a perfect guest, you will always be welcome in my home. I wish you all the best for your future. Alessandro.
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10/10 Excellent
Joseph T.
23 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this apartment
This is a fantastic apartment and great value, the kitchen is stocked with everything you could possibly need with loads of pots and appliances, it has 4 TV screens with 1 at 6ft with Netflix! The apartment was really clean, modern and spacious, the two bathrooms are great with brilliant showers. All amenities, public transport and the sea are within walking distance and the area is lovely. The host is extremely helpful and accommodating with anything that I needed and checked in often to make sure everything was okay.
Joseph T.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2024
Grazie Jo, sono contento che ti sei trovato bene in casa mia. Spero di riaverti presto come mio ospite.
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10/10 Excellent
William H.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful clean house with quiet garden
Alessandro was an excellent host and very communicative. Responses were prompt and helpful. He met us at the house when we arrived, even holding a parking spot for us in the front of the building. The house was very clean and well appointed with everything we needed. The air conditioner was much appreciated because Sicily was 10 above normal the week we were there. We would definitely stay in this house and with this host again. One recommendation would be to bring some supplies for eating and drinking because there aren’t very many restaurants close by. That said, there is a nice little market a couple hundred meters away, a supermercato less than 1 km, and a couple of wonderful seafood restaurants about 15 minutes walk away, down by the shore. A good experience overall…
William H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Grazie a Voi siete stati degli ospiti eccezionali.
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10/10 Excellent
franck
1 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
franck
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Alessandro
Languages:
English, Italian, Spanish, Russian
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