The pool and the sea.
The pool is set in Ortensia's fragrant Mediterranean garden.
The wonderful views over Taormina.
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A gorgeous snow-capped Mount Etna seen from the house.
A shady spot for a glass of wine.
The living room at Ortensia opens out onto a large panoramic balcony.
The huge sliding glass doors in the living area bring in the views.
Spellbinding views out to sea.
Attention to detail.
The indoor dining area.
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The superbly equipped kitchen.
Cooking with a view!
The stairs leading to the first floor.
One of the two sea-facing bedrooms (bedroom 1).
The two sea-facing bedrooms share a small balcony.
An en-suite bathroom with tub and shower.
One of the bedrooms with walk-in wardrobe (bedroom 3).
One of the en-suite bathrooms with tub and walk-in shower.
The double-twin bedroom (bedroom 4) offers yet more wonderful views.
The en-suite bathroom of one of the sea-facing bedrooms.
One of the sea-facing doubles (bedroom 2) - all the bedrooms are spacious, light and welcoming.
The en-suite shower room of one of the sea-facing bedrooms.
The top-floor sitting area is surrounded by a wrap-around terrace.
A great space for fun and games.
A shady spot in which to while away the hours.
The refreshing waters of the pool.
Ortensia's panoramic swimming pool is set amongst pristine greenery.
Choose your spot.
Lunch in the beautifully designed gardens off the kitchen.
A view of Ortensia in its setting.
The Ionian coastline seen from the roof terrace.
Views over the organic citrus groves below the villa.
Fabulous views of Mount Etna rising up behind Ortensia.
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The view by night!
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Ortensia illuminated, seen from the secret garden.
The lovely bay of Isola Bella below Taormina.
The pretty town of Taormina.
The Teatro Greco in Taormina with the stunning backdrop of Mount Etna.
Mazzarò beach.
Why not let us organise an expedition on Mount Etna for you?
The beautiful facade of Catania's cathedral.
The beach of Marina di Cottone is a short drive away.