Catania Countryside Vacation Home - Villa La Vigna di Alcantara

Located in the historic property “Carranco”, owned by the Baroni del Castello di Randazzo, this Manor house dates back from 1870, when Baron Antonino, who was bored of living a flat town life, decided to find a unique spot to build his personal countryside residence. The estate is an active olive oil and wine producing Estate.The Villa, which is surrounded by olive groves and 6 ha. of vineyards, features a private pool overlooking the stunning Mount Etna, the highest active Volcano in Europe.

Outside – From the Private parking a pathway, paved with ancient lava stones, leads to the Villa passing through its closed Private garden of about 3.000 sqm. From the front rose strewn balcony, steps lead down through the citrus grooves to the Tennis court, one of the unique features of this property. The splendid L-shaped Pool (15 x 6 m) is set in a panoramic position to enjoy, on one hand, the views of Mount Etna and on the other hand the Nebrodi mountains. Surrounding the Salt water, L-shaped Pool, a palm tree private garden area for a perfect relax.

Inside - The villa is hard to fault for beauty and quality. Fully refurbished in 2008 to an exceptionally high standard, where special attention has been paid to the use of antique and traditional techniques and local materials such as lava stonework from Etna, hand-made terracotta floors and walnut shutters. All decorations, furnishings and fittings are of impeccable taste and quality combining Ralph Lauren and Philip Stark modern designs with antique furniture and paintings. A perfect choice all year round as Heating and Air Conditioning are throughout. Amenities such as, Ping-pong, Satellite TV and Hi-Fi, among others, are meant to blend in a perfect balance the best of Sicilian traditions with the maximum modern comfort.

• Air Conditioning
• Balcony
• Bar
• Bikes
• Central Heating
• Cleaning / Maid Services
• Fireplace
• Laundry Room
• Library
• Lounge
• Patio
• Pool
• Tennis Court
• Terrace
• TV/DVD/Satellite
• Washer
• Wine Cellar

• Library
• Beach
• Boating Sailing
• Scuba Diving, Snorkeling
• Family
• Fishing
• Golf
• Kayaking & Canoeing
• Sightseeing
• Relaxing & Wellness
• Surfing, Windsurfing
• Tennis
• Walking
• Water Skiing

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