A noble house belonging to one of the oldest aristocratic families of Sicily since 1200, this 9 Bedrooms Villa was recently brought back to its ancient splendors by its owners. The property consists of a main patronal villa and two annexes, surrounded by a wonderful four-hectare park awarded as one of the best contemporary ornamental gardens in Italy.
The villa is ideal for large groups or special occasions. Five of the villa's spacious bedrooms are found on the upper floor all wonderfully appointed with stylish furniture and modern comforts. The three additional bedrooms are situated across the central courtyard and have lovely ensuite bathrooms. Other four charming twin bedrooms and two bathrooms are ideal for children and nannies. Once you stay at this Villa, you really understand the uniqueness of this property and this special part of the island. This villa is ideal also for the environmentally conscious guests, in fact the property uses renewable sources to minimize environmental impact. A vegetable garden supplies produce to the home kitchen. The Villas has qualified and friendly Staff.
Few places in Sicily match the charm and allure of this property. This luxury getaway offers complete privacy, sophisticated lifestyle catered by its staff, traditional décor and modern amenities. It is located just 15 minutes by car from the beaches of Brucoli, half an hour from Siracusa and approx. one hour from Taormina. The estate produces its own prestigious wine, extra virgin olive oil and other products grown by traditional organic farming methods.
The gates of the villa open to a fantastic exotic park. The outdoor space is completely manicured offering plenty of areas for dining, lounging and sunbathing. Relax and entertain around the private pool that sits in a secluded oasis, or to be active, enjoy the tennis court and the several relaxing and quiet walking trails amidst exotic plants, fragrant citrus trees and timeless olive orchards, organically grown.
Main villa - First Floor
Queen bedroom with four-poster bed, views of the volcano Etna, fireplace and en-suite bathroom with double sink, and separate shower and Jacuzzi tub
Queen bedroom with views of the volcano Etna, fireplace, and en-suite bathroom with double sink, tub and separate shower
Queen bedroom with garden views and en-suite bathroom with shower and tub
Queen bedroom with garden views and en-suite bathroom with tub and separate shower
Queen bedroom with garden views and en-suite bathroom with separate shower and Turkish bath
Annex – facing the courtyard:
Queen/twin bedrooms, independent entrance, en-suite bath- room with double sink, tub and separate shower
Queen/twin bedroom, independent entrance, en-suite bathroom with shower
Queen/twin bedroom, independent entrance, en-suite bathroom with tub and separate shower
Guest house on two floors, facing the courtyard:
Living room on the ground floor, Queen bedroom on the upper floor, private bathroom with double sink and tub
All bedrooms have A/C; bathrooms are all are provided with hairdryer and welcome courtesy set
Air Conditioning in Bedrooms
Wi.Fi
Welcome set of Ortigia toiletries
Safe
Hifi stereo, DVD
Washing Machine and Drier
Swimming pool 18 mx 9 m with outdoor shower
Tennis Court
Outdoor dining area
Vegetable garden
Private chapel
Electricity, water, air conditioning, heating
Daily house-keeping service
Change of bed and bath linens on Mon and Wed
Daily chef service (breakfast/lunch and dinner)
Local concierge service
Wi-Fi Internet access
Welcome set of Ortigia toiletries
Welcome drink with home-made delicatessen
Crib and high-chair available upon request
Daily cleaning of swimming pool and garden and tennis court.
Heating in colder periods, as per meter reading
Cost of food and beverages
Sleeps up to 18
Security deposit: €3,000 held at the agency
No pets allowed
All extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arranged
Check-in 4pm-7pm
Check-out by 10am
Car recommended
Shuttle transfer from/to the Airport (on request, extra charge)
8 min nearest serviced town
20 min Brucoli Nearest beach
40 min Siracusa
45 min Catania Airport Fontanarossa 42 min
The island of Sicily offers a number of wonderful places to visit on day-trips or excursions, including Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa and the utterly unforgettable volcanic peak of Mt. Etna. As the highest active volcano in Europe and Sicily's tallest mountain. Mt. Etna is a true natural wonder: don't miss the chance to explore it by booking a guided excursion with our concierge.
Taormina, one of the most famous towns in Sicily, is located high atop Mount Tauro. The magnificent Mediterranean blue bay and the nearby smoldering Mt. Etna merge into a spectacular view that can be seen from almost any point in the city. A renowned archaeological destination backed by incredible history, Taormina is home to one of the most famous Greek Theaters in the world. This remarkable theater hosts "Taormina Arte," the town's annual summer international arts festival of film, music, dance and theatre. Taormina is a haven for tourists, offering a great number of restaurants, bars, clubs, entertainment and sport venues. Take a stroll along the Corso and be sure to stop at one of the local cafés for a taste of granite (the original version of Italian ice!) and a piece of frutta martorana (marzipan sweets).
The distinctive beauty of Syracuse, rich with history and artistic presence, was featured in Giuseppe Tornatore's movie "Malena", starring Monica Bellucci. Since 1914, from early May to the end of June, the city has staged ancient comedies and tragedies in its Greek theatre. A stroll through the streets of Ortigia leads to the fascinating baroque cathedral that incorporates an ancient temple to Athena. Make sure you check the Fountain of Arethusa, site of the Greek legend.
Noto is the undisputed capital of Sicilian Baroque. Generally listed as one of the 'must-see' tourist attractions on the East coast of Sicily. The town was declared humanity heritage by UNESCO in 2002. Here you can enjoy the most beautiful non equipped beaches of the island, Eloro, Cittadella or Calamosche inside the natural reserve of Vendicari, which is also home to thousands of migrating flamingos and sea turtle nests. If you prefer the comfort of equipped beaches, check the ones in Noto Marina or San Lorenzo. If you are in this area on the third week of May, take note of the famous and suggestive "Infiorata", a picturesque festival to welcome the spring, where local artists work overnight to prepare colorful real flower carpets all over the streets. Other sites worth visiting in the surroundings of Noto (by car) include Noto Antica - the older town - Modica, Palazzo Acreide, Ragusa - a similarly-appealing Baroque town - the necropolis at Pantalica and Ispica Caves.
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