The Etna Lemon Sea villa with its blue gate, the cliffs, the sea and Etna on the horizon

5.0 · Airbnb Guest Favourite

Holiday home in Brucoli, Sicily Between the sea and Etna.

A villa apartment on Baia del Gambero. A residents-only beach 150 m away, Etna from the terrace.

A whole month by the sea from €1,800

from €130 a night for 2 guests Next free dates: 29 Oct – 2 Nov

min. 4 nights

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  • 150 mto the residents-only beach
  • 6guests: 2 bedrooms + sofa bed
  • 5.0out of 5, from 9 verified Airbnb guests
  • ~30 minfrom Catania airport
  • 100 m²renovated, with garden and terrace
  • 12 monthsopen all year, heating and cooling

One price, from the 1st to the last day

A month by the sea.

A whole month on Baia del Gambero from €1,800. Fast Wi-Fi and a desk: work with the sea in front of you.

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Snow-capped Etna on the horizon across the open sea

The sea in front of you.

Etna on the horizon.

Welcome to Baia del Gambero.

“The view in person far exceeds the photos.”

— Salvatore · verified Airbnb guest · ★★★★★

An Airbnb Guest Favourite

Rated 5.0 out of 5 by 9 verified guests.

  • Cleanliness 5.0
  • Communication 5.0
  • Accuracy 4.9
  • Location 4.9
  • Value 4.9
  • Check-in 4.8

  • “I found the perfect spot—a true corner of paradise! Waking up and having breakfast every morning looking out over the crystal-clear sea with Mount Etna right behind it is amazing. Plus, the view in person far exceeds the photos. You can tell the house has just been renovated—it's spotless, pristine in every detail, and furnished with brand-new pieces. The luxury of walking out the door and being just two minutes away from a clear-water beach with plenty of solariums that are never crowded is priceless. A huge thank you to Paolo, who was super kind and lightning-fast in responding to every request. A 10/10 vacation—I can't wait to come back!”

    SalvatoreVerified Airbnb guest Translated from Italian

  • “We had a wonderful stay! The location was absolutely perfect, with breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the sea. The sea itself was stunning, with crystal-clear waters. The accommodation was very clean, peaceful, and quiet, which made our stay even more relaxing. The host was incredibly kind, helpful, and always ready to answer our questions and provide all the information we needed. We truly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this place!”

    EleutheriaVerified Airbnb guest

  • “The apartment is lovely, and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare meals. The bedrooms have very comfortable beds, and every room is equipped with air conditioning. It is well-furnished with brand-new furniture and amenities, and features a large terrace with a beautiful view of the sea and Mount Etna. The host pays attention to every single detail and is quick and easy to reach. Paolo is extremely kind and hospitable. I highly recommend this place!”

    RafalVerified Airbnb guest

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The home

The sea on foot. Etna from the terrace.

The ground floor of a renovated villa split into two apartments: 100 m² with a garden and terrace, 150 metres from the residents-only beach.

Crystal-clear water among the rocks of the bay, with a ladder into the sea

Residents-only beach

150 m. Clear water.

“a clear-water beach with plenty of solariums that are never crowded”

Salvatore · ★5
The terrace with its outdoor shower, blue railing and a glimpse of the sea beyond the trees

Garden and terrace

Sea and Etna views.

Outdoor shower and barbecue for evenings outside.

“a large terrace with a beautiful view of the sea and Mount Etna”

Rafal · ★5

Fast Wi-Fi

and a desk corner

Heating and cooling

Fully equipped kitchen

and a washing machine

“the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need”

Rafal · ★5

Free parking

on the private road; motorbikes inside the property

Summer

The bay comes alive.

3 solariums, beach volley and five-a-side; organised evenings in July and August.

No pool: the sea is 150 metres away.

A day here.

How a summer day goes at Etna Lemon Sea.

  • Terrace with loungers and a wooden table, sea view
    7:30Breakfast on the terrace, facing the sea.
  • Crystal-clear water among the rocks of the bay, with a ladder into the sea
    9:30150 metres and you're at the sea.
  • Outdoor table and chairs under the covered veranda, facing the terrace
    13:00Lunch outdoors, in the shade.
  • Wooden solarium overlooking the sea
    16:30An afternoon at the solarium (in summer), then an outdoor shower.
  • The barbecue on the terrace, next to the blue railing and the garden trees
    20:30Barbecue on the terrace, under the stars.

100 m² to feel at home.

Two bedrooms and a living room with a sofa bed: up to 6 guests.

Full house details

Bedrooms and beds (up to 6 guests)

  • Double bedroom
  • Twin bedroom with two single beds
  • Sofa bed for 2 in the living room

Kitchen, bathroom and laundry

  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower
  • Washing machine

Terrace and garden

  • Sea and Etna views
  • Outdoor shower
  • Barbecue
  • Free parking on the private road

Comfort

  • Air conditioning for heating and cooling
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Desk corner

House rules

  • Check-in 15:00–20:00
  • Check-out by 10:00
  • Minimum 4, maximum 30 nights
  • No pets, no smoking, no parties

All amenities

  • Residents-only beach 150 m away
  • Terrace with sea and Etna views
  • 3 solariums in the bay (summer)
  • Garden with outdoor shower
  • Barbecue
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning, warm and cool
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Desk corner
  • Orthopaedic bed
  • Free parking on the private road

Open 12 months a year.

Sea in summer, golden light in autumn, snow-capped Etna in winter.

“very clean, peaceful, and quiet”

Eleutheria · ★5
  • Sicilian ceramic tile painted with lemons on a pillar, among the branches of a citrus tree

    Spring

    Nature wakes up, mild days and Etna often still snow-capped: perfect for excursions and art cities without the crowds.

  • Wooden solarium and beach in Baia del Gambero

    Summer

    Private beach, 3 solariums, beach volleyball, five-a-side and organised evenings in the bay in July and August.

  • Crystal-clear water among the rocks of the bay, with a ladder into the sea

    Autumn

    The sea stays warm for a long time: swims often into October, golden light and beaches all to yourself.

  • Snow-capped Etna on the horizon across the open sea

    Winter

    Mild climate and sunny days: walks by the sea, snowy Etna on the horizon and, for the brave, even a swim. Inside, the air conditioning keeps you warm.

  • Desk with a blue chair beside the glass door open onto the terrace and the sea

    Smart working

    Fast Wi-Fi, a desk corner by the French door and stays of up to 30 nights.

    A month by the sea

Which stay is right for you?

  • A 4-night escape

    4 nights · €100 security deposit

    from €520 · 29 Oct – 2 Nov

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  • A week by the sea

    7 nights · €200 security deposit

    from €910 · 29 Oct – 5 Nov

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  • A month by the sea

    Up to 30 nights · €300 security deposit · fast Wi-Fi and a desk

    Whole months at a fixed price from €1,800

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Prices for 2 guests; +€10 a night for each extra guest.

One home only: every date can be booked once.

On Baia del Gambero, between Brucoli and Agnone.

We're in Costa Saracena – Castelluccio, in the municipality of Augusta (province of Syracuse), between Brucoli and Agnone Bagni: halfway between Catania and Syracuse, about 30 minutes from Catania airport and 40 from Ortigia.

Explore the beaches of Brucoli and what to see nearby.

Via Mediterraneo, Costa Saracena – Castelluccio, Augusta (SR)

  • Beach in the bay 150 m
  • Brucoli ~5 min
  • Agnone Bagni ~10 min
  • Catania airport ~30 min
  • Syracuse · Ortigia ~40 min
  • Catania ~40 min
  • Etna (Rifugio Sapienza) ~1 h 15
  • Taormina ~1 h 15
Sketch of the east coast of Sicily, from Taormina to Syracuse, with Etna Lemon Sea between Agnone and Brucoli Taormina Etna Catania Airport Agnone Bagni Brucoli Syracuse · Ortigia Etna Lemon Sea not to scale
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Why book here.

  • Talk to Paolo

    Answers 100% of messages, on WhatsApp too.

  • A deposit holds your dates

    From €100, returned after your stay if there is no damage. You pay for the stay on arrival.

  • Secure payment

    PayPal or bank transfer.

  • Officially registered

    CIN IT089001C2QXFMHLTZ · CIR 19089001C267741

Paolo, your hostanswers 100% of messages

“super kind and lightning-fast in responding to every request”

Salvatore · ★5
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Snow-capped Mount Etna across the sea from Baia del Gambero

Etna. The sea. Your terrace.

Next free dates: 29 Oct – 2 Nov from €130 a night

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