Salt & Sunshine

Perched directly on the Sicilian seafront near Acireale, this villa is the kind of place where the sea feels less like a backdrop and more like a constant companion. A private pool sits amid palms and bougainvillea, with the Mediterranean stretching out beyond – and a walkway gives direct sea access from mid-June to mid-September. Upstairs, arched balcony openings frame sweeping coastal views from the bedrooms. When the pull of eastern Sicily becomes too strong to resist, Taormina, Etna, Aci Trezza, and Catania are all within easy reach.

Home truths:
* For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom here.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair. You'll need to request them in advance.
* The direct sea access walkway is only open from mid-June to mid-September. Outside those months you'll need to find an alternative route to the water.
* You're on the seafront in a small coastal village, so a car is the most practical way to explore the area – Taormina, Catania, and Etna are all within driving distance but not walkable from here.