

The generously constructed Villa Nives is situated on Sicily’s east coast, in the wildlife reservation “Oasi del Simeto”. The name is derived from the Simeto river, which meets the sea in that area. It is one of the few water-bearing rivers in Sicily. The alluvial soil created by the river is one of the largest plains and one of the most fertile regions of the island.
The holiday home is part of a private villa and holiday park, which is also known as a popular residential area. The long sandy beach of several kilometres is only 300 m from the villa and can be easily reached on foot, inviting to extensive beach strolls.
The façade of Villa Nives has just recently been redone and is now shining in a friendly and inviting apricot. The premises of the house cover two floors. On the light-flooded ground floor, the living room with chimney, the kitchen-cum-dining room and one of the two newly renovated bathrooms (shower/WC/bidet) are located.

The first floor can be accessed by either an outdoor or an indoor staircase. On the interior, a spiral staircase leads from the living room to the anteroom of the upper floor. From there you enter the other rooms – the two bedrooms, the bathroom (WC/bidet) and the roofed balcony facing the south.
The two bedrooms, one equipped with double bed, the other with twin beds, provide for a cosy atmosphere due to their location right below the roof’s wooden beams. Because of its size, the villa is ideally suited for families. Upon request, two additional sleeping possibilities can be put up in the living room.
Additional features of the holiday home are air conditioning, washing machine, satellite TV (with English and German channels), radio and cassette recorder. Parking possibilities are found on the fenced property as well as on the street. A well-tended small garden with abundant Mediterranean vegetation offers enough space to relax. In the provided deck chairs, sun-worshippers can get a nice tan or shade-lovers can laze below the trees. A barbecue place invites to jovial evenings on the roofed terrace.
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| View from the garden onto the southern side of the house. | The bright living room with chimney. |
The pulsating coastal town of Catania is situated about 13 km north of Villa Nives at the feet of the Etna. Whoever wants to experience the lively hustle and bustle of Southern Italian towns should not miss out on a visit to the fish market. Since 2002, the mainly baroque old town belongs to the list of UNESCO world cultural heritage. Seekers of tranquillity and nature, as well as hobby ornithologists, must not forget to bring their binoculars. In the core zone of the wildlife reservation, about 1 km away, lives a variety of extraordinary birds, which one cannot observe every day.
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| Fresh fish and seafood in abundance at Catania's market. (Foto: Enit) | Fine sandy beach as far as the eye can see. |
Information about Catania (Sicily, Italy)...
Prices:
| Rental period | Holiday home (4 pers.) | Surcharge 5th/6th person |
|---|---|---|
| 26.06.10 - 31.07.10 | 650 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 31.07.10 - 28.08.10 | 750 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 28.08.10 - 04.09.10 | 590 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 04.09.10 - 02.10.10 | 450 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 02.10.10 - 30.10.10 | 400 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 30.10.10 - 18.12.10 | 385 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 18.12.10 - 08.01.11 | 400 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 08.01.11 - 16.04.11 | 385 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 16.04.11 - 28.05.11 | 400 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 28.05.11 - 25.06.11 | 450 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 25.06.11 - 30.07.11 | 650 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 30.07.11 - 27.08.11 | 750 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 27.08.11 - 03.09.11 | 640 EUR | 40 EUR |
| 03.09.11 - 01.10.11 | 450 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 01.10.11 - 05.11.11 | 400 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 05.11.11 - 24.12.11 | 385 EUR | 25 EUR |
| 24.12.11 - 07.01.12 | 400 EUR | 25 EUR |
Weekly prices for the holiday home are valid for the number of persons given in brackets and incl. bed linen, towels and final cleaning. Heating and costs for air condition will be charged on the spot at cost price. A deposit of 100 Euro is due upon arrival.