Don Mimi Guarnaschelli

Europe / Italy / Sicily

“Were a man to spend only one day in Sicily and ask, “What must one see?” I would answer him without hesitation, “Taormina.” It is only a landscape, but a landscape where you find everything on earth that seems made to seduce the eyes, the mind and the imagination.”

up to 6
Bedrooms
up to 12
Guests
5
Bathrooms
Min. Nights Upon Request

Overview

With these words, Guy de Maupassant described this land, positioned between the sky and the sea, offering visitors unforgettable vistas of Mount Etna and endless views of the Mediterranean.

In this blessed place, a noble and historic residence, Villa Guarnaschelli, recently has re-opened its doors to welcome a discerning clientele. The luxury villa, located in the center of Taormina, had a very glorious past hosting the King of England Edward VIII, Hollywood stars, aristocrats, famous artists, intellectuals and politicians, and now, after a careful restoration, the villa is ready to be your less-than-predictable place where to enjoy an extraordinary vacation.

The sophisticated social spaces are perfectly appointed for entertaining and designed to be welcoming and harmonious. A cozy library with a working fireplace, a formal drawing room with an adjacent smaller sitting room, a comfortable living room, and a separated dining room: all are filled with exquisite antiques and custom furniture, rich fabrics, along with heirlooms, artifacts and wall art collected by the villas’ aristocrat owners. Every room opens onto the terrace through French doors. A fully equipped kitchen and a guest bathroom complete this floor. The spaces are meant for relaxing, so that guests can embrace the Sicilian traditional yet sophisticated way of life.

The Liberty-style villa is surrounded by a manicured private park and a panoramic terrace overlooking Isola Bella, also known as the Pearl of the Ionian Sea. A stunning infinity heated pool with whirlpool corner was added during the villa’s latest restoration. Besides the pool and the glorious sundeck, several areas in the garden are designed to be enjoyed while either lounging, dining or just indulging in the dolce far niente.

Perfect for the discerning traveler, this property boasts modern comforts and yet it transports its guests into a world of old charm and glamour.

The tucked-away position in the historical center of Taormina and the majestic view from its terraces, add infinite value to this beautiful villa, full of character, history and panache, designed to deliver exceptional experiences.


Features

6 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms

Sleeps 12 Guests

Wi-Fi

Washer

Hair Dryer

Near Ocean

Dishwasher

Separate Kitchen

Fully Equipped

Town

Private Parking

Al Fresco Dining

Smart TV with Netflix


Details

Bedroom Details

Bedroom 1: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, en suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, en suite bathroom with shower
Bedroom 3: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, en suite bathroom shower
Bedroom 4: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and hand-held shower
Bedroom 5: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, shared bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and hand-held shower
Bedroom 6: Queen bedroom with panoramic view, shared bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and hand-held shower
All bedrooms have air conditioned, satellite TV and Wi-fi internet; all bathrooms are provided with hair dryers

Pool Details

Private heated infinity pool (salt water, depth 110 – 150 cm)
Pool heating €900/week (to be confirmed at the time of booking or 30 days before)

Staff and Services

Final cleaning
Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access (available indoor and outdoor)
Daily housekeeping service 6 hrs/day, including Sunday
Mid-week change of bath and bed linen (Wed)
Full gardening and pool cleaning service

Staff and Services (at Additional Cost)

Extra housekeeping
Personal laundry service
Cook services
Cost of food and beverage

Villa Notes

All utilities, including A/C are included
Events are permitted upon authorization – event fees apply
Staff lives on premises, guests’ privacy is guaranteed
Non-smoking villa
Small pets allowed
Check-in: between 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
All extras must be paid in cash locally, prior to departure

Rates

Travel Dates Bedrooms Min. Night Stay Nightly Rates
May 20, 2023 - June 23, 2023
6 7 $ 4,251 *
June 24, 2023 - July 21, 2023
6 7 $ 5,684 *
July 22, 2023 - August 18, 2023
6 7 $ 5,995 *
August 19, 2023 - September 22, 2023
6 7 $ 5,684 *
September 23, 2023 - October 20, 2023
6 7 $ 4,641 *
October 21, 2023 - November 10, 2023
6 7 $ 3,707 *
USD rates above based on approximate currency conversion. Holiday dates may not be listed in rate chart. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please confirm rate, holiday dates, and currency with your Villa Specialist at time of booking.

Check In Times

Check in: 4:00 PM - Check out: 10:00 AM

Tax Service Charge Details *

Pool heating €900/week (to be confirmed at the time of booking or 30 days before)

Security Deposit Details

€3,000

Exclusive Offers

When you choose to book with Villas of Distinction for MileagePlus, you can exclusively earn 3 miles per $1 spent on your villa experience, excluding taxes, fees and optional fees.
To qualify for 3 miles per $1 spent, bookings must be made through the Villas of Distinction for United MileagePlus program. Miles earned are awarded to only one traveler per villa booking. The actual number of miles earned by a member will be based upon the total base nightly villa rate excluding taxes, fees and optional fees. MileagePlus number must be provided prior to travel for mileage offer to be fulfilled. Miles are posted to member's accounts 6-8 weeks after travel has been completed. Bookings must be paid in U.S. currency. New bookings only. Offers are subject to availability, capacity-controlled and may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Other restrictions may apply.

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Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our villa rental specialists.