Palazzo Francesca is one of the special and rare Sicilian townhouses in the heart of Taormina's historic centre. Due to the special location of the house, all monuments, restaurants, bars and nightlife can be easily reached on foot. parking is possible in the multi-storey car park (200 metres) (chargeable). the townhouse is located in the oldest and most beautiful part of Taormina. The famous Corso Umberto and the Villa Comunale park are just 1 minute's walk away. The Greek Theatre (Teatro Greco) and the Piazza IX Aprile with a great view of Mount Etna and the sea are only a 3-minute walk away. Thanks to its special position, not only are all the sights within walking distance, but you can also experience Taormina in a very special way. The taxi rank, the cable car to the sea and the intercity bus stops are all within walking distance. The townhouse is spread over 4 floors and has a small roof terrace with a unique view of the Etna volcano, the Teatro Grecco and picturesque Taormina. It is a special experience to watch the sunset over Etna and the bay of Giardini Naxos from the terrace or balcony in the evening, and all the rooms have been furnished to a very high standard and with great attention to detail. The furnishings are an extremely successful combination of modern Italian design combined with antique French and Sicilian furniture and influences, and the extremely tasteful interior design is emphasised by a special choice of pictures and lamps made of genuine Venetian Murano glass. All living rooms and bedrooms have efficient air conditioning and offer pleasant coolness in summer and cosy warmth in winter. the house was completely renovated in 2022. Inside, all the floors and stairs were laid in the red-brown marble typical of Sicily. The bathrooms are finished in light Botticino marble or hand-painted Sicilian tiles. Every room has been redesigned with great care and attention to detail and fitted with high-quality furniture, making the living room a special experience. Large panoramic windows offer a unique view of the rooftops and winding streets of Taormina. The sunset over the Etna volcano and the roofs of Taormina is an unforgettable experience. ROOM DIVISION Ground floor: bedroom with double bed, small private bathroom (ensuite) with shower and WC. 1st floor: bedroom with double bed, small private bathroom (ensuite) with shower and WC, French balcony. 2nd floor: dining room for 6 people with open-plan kitchen 2nd floor: separate, high-quality marble bathroom, bathtub, WC, bidet, washing machine, window 3rd floor: bedroom with double bed, balcony (view of Mount Etna), private bathroom (ensuite) with bathtub, shower, WC, bidet, window. 4th floor: living room with Sicilian tiles and large panoramic windows and balcony (view of Etna, Madonna di Rocca, Castel Monte Tauro and the old town of Taormina), the two sofas in the living room can be transformed into two very comfortable single sofa beds (80cm x 230 cm). 5th floor: small roof terrace with 180 degree view of Mount Etna, the old town of Taormina and Teatro Grecco All bedrooms and living rooms are equipped with air conditioning. PARKING - FOR A FEE As only residents with a parking permit can park in the old town of Taormina, it is possible to park in the nearby multi-storey car park (approx. 1-2 minutes on foot). Alternatively, we offer valet parking, where your car will be collected and returned to you an unlimited number of times. CURTAX Please note that if additional costs are indicated as "payable on site", this does not automatically mean that all these additional costs will also be paid "in cash on site" by you. can be paid by you "in cash on site". It may be that for organisational reasons the additional costs must be paid to the owner before your arrival. to the owner before your arrival. Please pay attention to the corresponding information in the travel documents, which you will receive after booking and full payment around 10-20 days before your arrival. The townhouse is located in the oldest and most beautiful part of Taormina. Thanks to the picturesque peculiarity of all the surrounding houses, the small shops, bars and restaurants as well as various art workshops, you will have a very special experience. The famous city park of Taormina, the "Giardini Pubblici" also called "Villa Comunale" are just around the corner and invite you to relax in a beautiful Mediterranean park and enjoy a unique view of Mount Etna and the bay of Giardini Naxos. In summer, various classical and jazz concerts take place in the "Giardini Pubblici", which make for a special holiday experience. Taormina "the pearl of the east coast "Taormina in Sicily is one of the most beautiful holiday resorts in Italy, a small town with around 10,000 inhabitants on the beautiful east coast of Sicily, on the Ionian Sea. The town lies in the province of Messina and is about 60 kilometres from Catania and Catania Airport. Taormina is known for its scenic beauty, mild climate and lush vegetation, and the picturesque old town is situated on Monte Tauro in an elevated position between rocky mountains and the Ionian Sea. From Taormina you can admire the unique bay of Giardini Naxos and at the same time the volcano, Mount Etna, towering over the island. Beaches in TaorminaTake a beach holiday in Taormina. At the foot of Taormina (Taormina Mare), you will find the famous Isola Bella with its beautiful beach, and the coastal towns of Giardini Naxos and Letojanni are also ideal for a beach holiday in Sicily. From the centre of Taormina you can reach the beach of Letojanni or Giardini Naxos in just 10 minutes by bus. sights and monuments in TaorminaMore than any other Sicilian city, Taormina enchants its guests with numerous historical sights and remarkable buildings. Most of the sights and monuments can be easily reached on foot from the central main street, Corso Umberto, and in addition to the many monuments Taormina has to offer, nature lovers will also get their money's worth with a visit to Taormina's city park, which in summer offers a rich cultural and leisure programme for young and old. For example, the ancient Greek theatre (Teatro Greco) hosts concerts of classical and modern music and brings international stars from music and show business to Taormina as part of the annual series of events (Taormina Arte, Film Festival etc.) For leisure and cultural activities outside Taormina, we have organised excursions for everyone. Departure from Taormina, Letojanni and Giardini Naxos. public transport in TaorminaThanks to Taormina's excellent transport connections, you can plan your holiday in Sicily without a car. With the public buses, you can easily reach all important destinations in Sicily. Restaurants, bars and pubs in TaorminaTaormina has a rich culinary offer of Italian and Sicilian cuisine. Try the Canolo Siciliano or the Pasta alla Norma in one of the countless restaurants, bars and pubs that visitors can choose from. Taormina also has a lot to offer in terms of nightlife. In addition to the bars and pubs located right in the heart of Taormina, there is also a wide range of places to spend the evenings and nights in the surrounding towns such as Letojanni and Giardini Naxos. sport in TaorminaSkiing with sea views in Sicily or golfing at the foothills of the majestic Mount Etna. for all sports enthusiasts, there is a wide range of activities on offer in Taormina and the surrounding area. Weather in TaorminaThe town actually seems to be blessed with sunshine almost all year round, so that even in winter the more hardened visitors often stroll through the alleys lightly clothed or even go swimming in the sea (weather). Taormina used to be considered a climatic health resort for winter holidays, tourism in summer has only developed in recent decades. Winter in TaorminaTaormina with its mild climate is also ideal for a holiday in winter. Taormina is very romantic and invites visitors to go shopping in the alleyways, which are less frequented in winter. more and more Central Europeans are deciding to spend the winter in the south, here you will find our offers for properties in Taormina Basic information - Pets allowed: none - Type of property: holiday house - is located in: nothing applicable - type of building: Detached house - Total number of floors in the building above the ground floor: 5 - Year of the last complete renovation : 2022 - detached house - no youth groups - non-smoking - Number of bedrooms: 3 - Number of bathrooms: 4 Top features - WiFi - air conditioning: Everywhere - heating: Everywhere - underfloor heating: no - balcony - terrace - Total of private car parking spaces: None - distance to public parking: 200 m - distance to public multi-storey car park: 200 m Sleeping bedroom 2 - double bed (from 1.51 m to 1.79 m width) - bedroom is dimmable bedroom 4 - double bed (from 1.51 m to 1.79 m width) - bedroom is dimmable bedroom 6 - double bed (from 1.51 m to 1.79 m width) - bedroom is dimmable in the living area - double sofa bed for 2 people Bathroom bathroom 2 - shower - bath tub with shower - bath tub - basin - toilet - bidet - hair dryer - daylight bathroom 4 - shower - basin - toilet - hair dryer bathroom 6 - shower - basin - toilet - hair dryer bathroom 8 - bath tub with shower - basin - toilet - bidet - hair dryer - daylight Cooking/Living - coffee machine: coffee machine - fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, fridge - stove: 3-plate stove, gas hob - kitchen hood - toaster - electric kettle - number of dining tables: 1 - number of seats: 6 - number of living rooms: 1 - living room is dimmable Entertainment - TV: TV Utility - washing machine: For sole use in the object - clothes drying rack - iron - cleaning products Outside area - roof terrace Surroundings - view: mountain, sea/lake, valley - Nearest town centre: 0 m - Grocery store: 50 m - going out: 50 m - restaurant: 10 m - train station: 3,0 km - airport: 60,0 km - motorway: 3,0 km - port: 4,0 km - distance public transport: 400 m - beach: 3,0 km - sandy beach: 3,0 km - water (sea, lake, etc.): 3,0 km - sea: 3,0 km - water sports: 3,0 km - golf course: 60,0 km - mountain rail: 20,0 km Distinctive features - historical building - luxury