A charming country house located in a rural and beautiful setting with wonderful views over the Sicilian sea and the Aeolian Islands. Set in three acres of peaceful countryside and surrounded by olive groves and fruit trees, Villa Anna enjoys a secluded hillside setting, offering the ultimate in privacy and relaxation. One kilometre away from the picturesque village of Serro (near Messina) and only 5 minutes drive from the beautiful sandy beaches of Villafranca Tirrena, the villa is an ideal base for exploring the attractions of Eastern Sicily. The villa is perfect for a family holiday "away from it all": life here follows the gentle, sweet rhythm of the seasons, an ideal environment for those looking for peace and quiet, breathtaking sea views and somewhere to unwind after a hard year’s work. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION**: on confirming a booking, all guests are required to fill out, sign and return the host rental agreement.

The villa is on two levels. The front entrance takes you into a spacious open hall including dining and sitting areas with TV and wood burning fireplace. Off this living area is a good-size and fully equipped kitchen (fridge, freezer, cooker, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, washing machine), a double bedroom with queen size bed and a bathroom with shower. Some stairs take you to the first floor which is home to a sitting area, a double bedroom with queen size bed, a bedroom with twin beds and a bathroom with shower. The interior is fully furnished with a warm and simple decor. Free Wi-Fi for internet access is available. Air conditioning is fitted in the three bedrooms and in the living area. The outside space includes a barbecue area and a wooden pergola, which is ideal for al-fresco dining. The front garden, filled with Mediterranean plants and trees, features a sunny sitting area with spectacular views over the Aeolian Islands. The surrounding private grounds of over 8000 square meters are filled with olive groves and fruit trees. Note: car hire is recommended.

Villa Anna is set in a quiet and secluded location yet close to the spectacular beaches and attractions of eastern Sicily. Less than 5 mins drive (2 km) is the coastal town of Villafranca Tirrena, with its sandy beaches, shops and restaurants. The villa is within easy driving distance from the beautiful sandy beaches of Venetico (15 mins drive) and Milazzo (at 25 mins), while the fantastic Aeolian Islands are only a short hop on the hydrofoil from Milazzo, making it ideal for a day trip. On the Ionian side, the world famous beaches of Taormina are 40 mins drive away. Apart from the beaches there are many attractions within easy driving distance of the villa including the stunning town of Taormina (40 mins drive), Tindari with its magnificent Sanctuary (at 35 mins), the Nebrodi nature reserve with its walking routes and unspoiled hill towns (1 hour drive). Also very easily accomplished are day trips to the charming Cefalù, Ortigia, and to Mount Etna volcano, which are a little over 1 hour's drive away. A short walk (10 mins) to the small hill-top village of Serro will give you a unique opportunity to sample rural Sicilian life as it has been lived for centuries.