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Badia Vecchia Apartment

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Taormina, Sicily
  • Corso Umberto
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Taormina Cable Car
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Greek Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Taormina (TFC)
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Badia Vecchia Apartment

English-style mansion built in 1939 by the rich old owner Sir. Robert Pretty Barlow, admirer of beauty and good living. A precursor of modern gay culture, he hosted writers, painters and illustrious travelers. He himself a traveler, helped to make Taormina known to many of his countrymen and others.
The apartment is located on the first floor of the house in a very central and panoramic position, overlooking the Etna, the Bay of Giardini Naxos and the Badia Vecchia, one of the most significant monuments of the city.

Property manager

Furio ragno
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT083097C2SFAU9KBA

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Taormina

Located in Taormina, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. Corso Umberto and Greek Theatre are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Isola Bella and Letojanni Beach. Villa Comunale Garden and Passopisciaro are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Taormina, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Corso Umberto - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piazza IX April - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Taormina Cable Car - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Greek Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Taormina Giardini Station - 9 min drive
  • Reggio di Calabria (REG-Strait of Messina) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Villa Zuccaro Taormina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Pignolata Guinness Cannoli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fanaberia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Da Cristina - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Badia Vecchia Apartment pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Badia Vecchia Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Badia Vecchia Apartment?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Badia Vecchia Apartment located?

Located in the heart of Taormina, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Taormina Archaeological Museum and Corso Umberto. Taormina Cable Car and Greek Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Taormina Giardini Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect!
My bestie and I had a few days holiday in Taormina and this place was just lovely! From the welcoming hosts who were so helpful to the great location to the comfy place with everything you might need. I’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Apartment
A fabulous stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Furio was a great host and the apartment was well-appointed and well-located. All around an excellent experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place & location
Our host gave us all the info to make our stay wonderful. Great location to everything we needed They arranged off site parking for 20 € a day. Breakfast buffet at the hotel across from us for 10€ pp. excellent food there also the restaurant had a rooftop bar Great food Our host was awesome. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dante A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star Stay
Was a perfect quiet spot just outside the main walking roads. Furio was very welcoming and made sure our trip went perfect. He even offered a shuttle service to and from certain beaches. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. So close to fabulous restaurants and shopping. Difficult to find but Our host assisted us. He also arranged transportation to and from the beach which we really appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A dream vacation!
Furio's apartment is so lovely and in a great location, but the real bonus is how hospitable and helpful Furio was during our stay. From picking us up at the bus stop to helping us with dinner reservations, it could not have been a nicer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and helpful host
Very comfortable, spacious apartment with great amenities. Location is excellent. Air conditioning worked well. Extremely helpful host who helped us make the most of our stay, facilitating our transfers and really went beyond our expectations!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at the apartment. We were able to walk to many good restaurants and sites. Our host, Furio, gave us a great welcome and provided lots of information about the area and restaurants. He also arranged valet parking for us and facilitated the arrangements. The outside stairs were not always well lit at night. But overall, a great experience! We liked the balcony, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taormina Hideaway
A peaceful apartment, with everything you could possibly need, hidden away at the heart of Taormina with beautiful bedroom views of Etna. Our host, Furio, could not have been more helpful, giving excellent suggestions of how to make the most of our time in Taormina.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taormina Holiday
Great, spacious property! The location was fantastic. Just down the steps to the heart of the Main Street. Furio was more than helpful. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Town, Beautiful People
Did a couple of day trips while visiting. Mount Etna hiking is a must!! Gorgeous hiking and amazing food and wine after our hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Furio, our host, was fantastic to work with! He made checking super easy and was able to help us with our travel plans. He also gives you acres to a fantastic breakfast buffet at the Hotel Continental across the street with amazing views of the coast and Etna. When we arrived the shops were closed so he gave us a bottle of his own personal wine. The rooms are spacious and clean and it’s nice to have a sitting room with a patio. The location is straight up the steps from the Porta Catania which is the entrance to the pedestrian zone. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Furio was an excellent host. The apartment was lovely, the beds are very comfortable and it is very close to the main drag.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taorimina Stay
Stay was great. Furio was wonderful, always available!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Host Ever/ Apt. Felt Like a Home
Clean, spacious, well decorated, comfortable mattresses, a host who drove us and picked us up at the train station … who could ask for more? Bravo Furio!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Taormina stay
Both hosts Furio and his wife Paola are the essence of professionalism from start to finish! We were made to feel welcome even before we arrived; greeted upon arriving with full complete explanation of everything we needed to know including recommendations for restaurants not touristy! Their place is exactly as described, close to everything, quiet and just perfect! The day we were to leave there was a train strike and Furio looked into everything for us, he found out buses were still running and made arrangements to get us quickly to the bus station all the while ensuring we didn’t need to worry; an absolute gem of a host!!! Really nice people I would absolutely 100% recommend their place for a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M., Tampa, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Furio was an excellent host, super responsive, he gave us great advices. The apartment is beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean, excellent location. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic in every way
Beautiful apartment in a perfect location -- walk to everything but also out of the fray. Furio and Paola know the town so well and were very generous with their time, recommending and booking restaurants for us, helping us make the most of our stay. The apartment was perfect for two parents and two adult children --- beautiful details throughout! <3
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay in Taormina
Property was as described. Excellent location, with good beds and amenities. Our host/owner Furio was responsive and offered excellent advice. Train station was a short drive for travel to Siracusa and later to Salerno. Easy access to Etna wine region and nearby towns. We stayed 3 nights which was our only regret as we should have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Taormina Apartment with Excellent Location and Comfy Beds
We had a lovely stay at Furio’s apartment in Taormina. There were two couples in our group. The location was excellent, just a short walk to the downtown area with wonderful shops and a variety of restaurants. Furio kindly arranged valet parking for us (20 Euro per day) and a private tour of Mt Etna (60 Euro per person). He also provided us with fantastic restaurant recommendations.  As for the apartment, the beds were incredibly comfortable! The kitchen was basic, with a small compact fridge and no oven or toaster. As we enjoy cooking in sometimes, this was a bit challenging. Fortunately, Furio arranged a discounted continental breakfast (10 Euro per person) at the nearby hotel for us, which made not having a fully equipped kitchen easier to manage.  Overall, the apartment suited the four of us well, and we had a wonderful stay in Taormina.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Muy perfecto!
The space is very comfortable with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Furio was so kind to pick us up at the train station on arrival. There were all the things you need for a comfortable stay including coffee, water and a bottle of wine. The view from the bedrooms and patio is magnificant! Location is perfect, right above the main street. We will definitely share with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Spectacular Trip
Furio is a spectacular host and made what was already goiing to be a great vacation even more so. I highly recommend this propoerty.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best VRBO host ever!
My friend and I traveled in Sicily for two weeks and stayed at VRBO properties. Furio was a wonderful host. He picked us up at the train station and dropped us off at the end of our stay. Going over and above what’s required! It was our favorite stay. The apartment is beautiful. Stylish roomy, and comfortable. And a great location. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone and hope to be able to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacque P., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Taormina
Our wonderful host Furio could not have been more helpful, so thoughtful welcoming us with a bottle of Etna Red Wine. Location was superb, easy to access everything. Furio took care of our car, helped with local restaurants and pointed us in the right direction to experience amazing Arancini.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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