This property is on the market for €2,730,000, listed with Italy Sotheby’s International Realty.

Located on the east coast of Sicily, the UNESCO-listed Mount Etna (also called Mongibello, or simply, Etna) is Europe’s highest and most active volcano.

Built in 1850, this historic villa was formerly a hunting lodge of the Borghese Princes, one of Italy’s most prominent aristocratic families.

Set atop a hill close to the Gulf of Catania between Valverde and San Gregorio, the villa is positioned on 5 acres of terraced grounds, built to maximize the stunning sea views.

Accessed by a grand external staircase, the 5 bedroom villa offers over 12,900 sq ft of living space across several stories. Serviced by an elevator, each level opens out onto outdoor spaces, with terraces, gardens, and two loggias.

A 1614 sq ft annex offers a further 3 bedrooms of accommodation.

The Sicilian villa offers close proximity to local beaches and amenities, located near the city of Catania and just 30 minutes from Catania Fontanarossa airport.

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