A little house on the sea
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
With its numerous shady sea view terraces, splendid vistas of Mount Etna, garden gate access to the transparent blue waters of the Ionian Sea, and a panoramic outdoor plunge pool, Azzurra is a superb summer villa with the added bonus of being within walking distance of restaurants, cafés and shops in nearby Brucoli... unless you prefer to go by boat... Just let us know!
Speak to our experts
For expert advice on this villa, things to do in the area, or to discuss how we can make your stay truly bespoke, call our Villa Specialists today. We are open every day of the week, weekends included.
Keyholder highlights
- Garden gate sea access, kayaks and SUPs
- Heatable plunge pool
- Walking distance to restaurants and shops
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Ariel views of Azzurra
Azzurra seen from the sea.
Azzurra's furnished sea-view terrace and plunge pool.
Azzurra overlooking its sheltered bay.
Stunning views of Mount Etna from the (public) sea access.
The welcoming living room with its terrace access and sea views.
Includes
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A mid-week cleaning and linen change service
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€3 per person per night
- The cost of heating the pool, which is €525 per week, if requested, payable in advance
Brucoli, Sicily
Azzurra
Available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller
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The Area
Azzurra is situated on the coast just outside the little fishing village of Brucoli, with its shops, restaurants and bars. It is well-placed for visiting nearby Syracuse, Noto and the surrounding nature reserves such as Cassibile and Vendicari.
Slightly further afield, Taormina, Mount Etna and Ragusa are all good day trips, and a drive down to the southernmost tip of Sicily beyond Porto Palo di Capo Passero is highly recommended.
Catania airport:
47km-29miles-40minsComiso airport:
88km-55miles-1hr20minsPalermo airport:
268km-167miles-2hr40minsTrapani airport:
346km-215miles-3hr50minsShops and restaurants at Brucoli:
5mins drive, approx. 25mins on footNearest sea access:
just outside the houseSyracuse:
39km-21miles-35minsNoto:
65km-38miles-50minsMount Etna:
around a 1hr 25 drive depending on which part of the mountain you are heading for.Ragusa:
99km-61miles-1hr20Local Experiences
Helicopter tours in East Sicily
A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.
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Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily
From here until the southeasternmost tip of Sicily, the coastline is an uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach, dotted with picturesque little resort towns, including Punta Secca (Inspector Montalbano's home), Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Sampieri and Marina di Modica. The last strip, made up of several miles of dunes, is where the Allied forces landed in the 2nd World War. At the southernmost tip of Sicily is Isola Delle Correnti, offering an almost African scenario. Indeed, here we are considerably further south than Tunis.Just around the southeastern tip and heading north up the east coast, are the beaches of Marzamemi, San Lorenzo and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The reserve's salt water lagoons and varieties of flora offer the ideal habitat for a wide range of fauna, including nesting turtles and migrating flamingos.Continuing up the east coast, between Vendicari and the historic Greek town of Syracuse, are the popular sandy beaches of Marina di Noto, Calabernado, Marina di Avola, Gelsomineto, Fontane Bianche and Arenella.
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Private Guided tours in East Sicily
Sicily is, quite simply, one of the world’s most fascinating places, with a uniquely rich history, geography and cultural heritage. The Eastern side of the island has a seemingly endless variety of treasures to discover, from the architectural gems and culinary delights of the main towns, to UNESCO Heritage sites, to the geological phenomena and breath-taking landscapes of Mount Etna.Our private guides are tried and tested experts in their field, with many holding PhDs in their particular specialism. Book a tour or two with them and you'll come away with fascinating insights into your destination's towns, archaeological sites, food, wine, landscapes and geology.
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Culinary experiences in East Sicily
From the bounty of Mount Etna to the fish-rich sea below, the Ionian Riviera is home to a host of gastronomic delights. Our culinary experiences in the area will give you the knowledge and the skills to recreate some of eastern Sicily's best-known dishes.
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Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily
Nero D’Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Frappato, Syrah and Moscato Bianco are just a few of the grape varieties cultivated in the Noto area, and we heartily recommend a vineyard visit during your stay. We know the right people and the most prestigious wineries in the area, and we’d be delighted to arrange a chauffeured wine tasting tour with lunch for you.
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Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily
The southeastern tip of Sicily is home to mile after mile of largely unspoilt sandybeaches and an impressive list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Syracuse and the Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica, the towns ofthe Val di Noto, and Villa Romana del Casale.
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Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily
The southeast of Sicily is famed for its superb tomatoes, cheeses, meat, olive oil, vegetables and seafood. Our culinary experiences in the area will enable you to transform these exquisite ingredients into some of southeast Sicily's most celebrated dishes.
DiscoverFrom the Guest Book
Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
Azzurra is a fabulous seaside retreat, perfect for complete relaxation. What stands out is the situation, the view, the proximity to the sea and the beautiful rear terrace - a winning combination.
Andrew Braithwaite October 2024
Our stay at Azzurra was magnificent. It is the loveliest property I have stayed in, and I am very well traveled. Located on the coast, with awesome views, it is very apparent that this is a home, not just a rental property. It is a very private location, the approach does not prepare you for how exclusive this enclave is. In about 30 minutes you can be in some very busy towns, and then return to paradise. I would stay here again.
Kenneth Briggs September 2024
We had a dream stay at Azzurra. It was above and byond our expectations. Azzurra is a million-dollar-view villa
Grace Lohn September 2024
Azzurra is in an amazing location, beautifully furnished and very comfortable. The whole package from organisation, to venue to support was faultless - we will be using The Thinking Traveller again and have already recommended to our friends. Thank you for an unforgettable holiday.
Anonymous August 2024
Azzurra is so beautiful and comfortable. It is very well furnished and the artwork and ceramics make it very welcoming. The outside spaces are wonderful and the view idyllic. Brucoli was in easy walking distance and very useful to have the amenities so close. The service from your staff on the ground was exceptional. We had a wonderful time and would certainly recommend Azzurra.
CB June 2024
Azzurra was wonderful. The views from the numerous sitting areas overlooking the sea were incredible. The plunge pool was great.
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