Villa Nunziatina, a villa with pool and jacuzzi near Catania
Villa Nunziatina is a holiday villa in Carlentini, Sicily, with three bedrooms, a seasonal pool, jacuzzi, barbecue and garden, surrounded by greenery between Catania and Syracuse. I would recommend it to families and groups of friends who want outdoor space, privacy and a convenient base for eastern Sicily.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Villa Nunziatina is and how to get there
Villa Nunziatina is on Contrada Sabuci, in Carlentini, in the province of Syracuse, in eastern Sicily. It is an isolated villa surrounded by nature, not a place in the town centre. For that reason, it is best to arrive by car.
The listing mentions about 30 km from Catania Fontanarossa airport. Guests stress the strategic position between Catania and Syracuse. From there you can reach Catania for the nightlife and Syracuse for the sea, as one review puts it. There is free private parking on site.
What the villa is like and what it offers
The villa has three bedrooms and two bathrooms with showers and baths. There is also a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, fridge and utensils, and a living room with a fireplace and a dining area.
There is air conditioning and heating, a terrace or balcony overlooking the garden or the pool, and free wifi throughout. The real strength, however, is everything outside.
- The pool. It is outdoors and seasonal, so check the period before you book.
- The jacuzzi. A whirlpool bath, also mentioned by guests.
- Barbecue and wood-fired oven. Under the portico, for evenings with friends.
- For play and relaxation. Gym, pool table, garden and relaxation areas.
What guests say about Villa Nunziatina
The Google rating is 4.8 out of 5, from 13 reviews. The six I read are all five stars and have very similar tones.
Many guests describe a villa surrounded by greenery and Mediterranean scrub, perfect for unwinding. The garden and the pool come up as strong points. Several reviews also praise the carefully finished interiors and the jacuzzi.
Another recurring theme is the host, described as very helpful and quick to respond to any request, with check-in and check-out well organised. One guest who stayed five days talks about total relaxation in a quiet, peaceful setting.
What to know before booking
I found no criticism in the reviews, but that does not mean the villa suits everyone. Some things depend on the property itself, and they are worth knowing.
| Strong point | Worth bearing in mind |
|---|---|
| Pool, garden and barbecue | The pool is seasonal |
| Privacy and quiet among the greenery | Isolated, so you will need a car |
| A very helpful host | Check-in from 14:00 to 19:00, check-out by 10:00 |
| Space for groups and families | No smoking, pets only by prior arrangement |
Times. Check-in has a fixed window, so if you arrive late, let them know in advance. Pets. They are accepted, but you need to agree with the property beforehand.
Who this villa in Carlentini suits
I would choose it for a group holiday or a family trip, with evenings of barbecue and wood-fired oven cooking and days by the pool. Guests say it works for friends and families, but also for couples looking to relax.
It is not the right address if you want to walk between bars and shops or avoid driving. If you prefer to stay in town, look at Scuto Home Apartments, in Catania or B&B Fossanoce, in Belpasso.
What to do in eastern Sicily
The position of Villa Nunziatina makes it possible to plan very different days. Catania is the choice for an evening in the city, Syracuse for the sea, and guests point to it as a base for the east coast.
If you want to widen the trip, there are other Sicilian properties I write about on the blog, such as B&B Semu a Mari, in Santa Teresa di Riva, B&B A casa di amici, in Caltanissetta and Palazzo Pagliaro, in Santo Stefano di Camastra. Of these I only know the name and the town, so check carefully before choosing.
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