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Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet

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A covered patio area with a stone pathway, hanging planters, and outdoor furniture.
A small stone building with a dark roof, surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation, with mountains in the background.
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with red pillows, and two bedside lamps.
A stable with horses grazing, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a red sofa, and a stone wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ragalna, Sicily
  • Place, Mount Etna
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Catania Port
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Catania Beach
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Catania (CTA-Fontanarossa)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ragalna

This villa places you within a 10-minute walk of Mount Etna. The villa includes a kitchen and a balcony and guests can enjoy free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Mount Etna - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Via Etnea - 46 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 47 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Catania Port - 47 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Catania Beach - 48 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gerbini Station - 36 min drive
  • Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eight Horses - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Al Casale del Notaio - Turismo Rurale - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Nuova Quercia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Villa Angelo Musco - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Antico Safarà - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet

The Horse House B&B is located in the municipality of Ragalna at 800 s. L.M. A strategic position for excursions on the volcano and to reach the sea in Catania (20km), Taormina and Syracuse just an hour's journey by car. The B&B is an annex in a private villa immersed in the quiet of an oak forest, with free parking inside. It is ideal for couples or families of four. The annex consists of a double bedroom with wardrobe, bedside tables and furnishings for the entire living room. A bathroom with sink and large illuminated mirror, courtesy set and hairdryer. A living room kitchen with a double sofa bed. Here you will find rich continental breakfasts and typical products and it is possible to cook. In fact, the full optional kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, dishes, coffee machine, kettle for tea or herbal teas and everything that can be useful for cooking. Outside, a furnished and well-kept garden, a Sicilian-style terrace, a patio with barbecue, will allow you a pleasant stay in contact with nature and the countryside.
The villa is soundproofed and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers, bathrobes, and bidets. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a dining table. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Non è consentito fumare all’interno. Fuori si

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 431 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non è consentito fumare all’interno. Fuori si

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number IT087058C219ESQ4KN

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this villa?

This villa is located in Ragalna within a short 6-minute walk of Mount Etna. Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rock is also within a driving distance of 4.1 mi.

Will I be able to park at Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

What do couples enjoy most about Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic villa include a smart TV, a kitchenette, and bathrobes.

Does Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet have a hot tub?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa offer breakfast?

This villa offers free breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Does Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

What is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is 22.2 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet?

Yes, every villa at Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Horse House, Etna volcano, relax and quiet Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location

Great location close to many things yet very quiet. Host was great, had bought many delicious things for us for breakfast including gluten free and dairy free options for my partner. Highly appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The small but very fine appartement with the awesome horses right at the door were very beautiful. The host Diego was very nice and helpful. We had with our two kids one of our best times.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holidays on Etna

We had a great time at Diego's house. This is a quite place! The apartment was very clean and nicely decorated. The breakfast was awesome, we got everything we needed. The horses are,of course,wonderful. I all recommend to spend a few days at this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ätnanahe Lage. Mit 20 km Entfernung nächstes Dorf zum Ätna. Superfreundlicher Gastgeber. Geräumige und gut ausgestattete Unterkunft.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely recommended!

Beautiful small appartment with all amenities, nicely and tastefully decorated, clean. The whole building is absolutely beautiful and located in astonishing nature. Diego is a wonderful host! Would definitely recommend and go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021