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La Dimora del Santo
Siracusa and Southern Sicily, Sicily, Italy
Our View
A fabulous historic villa in Sicily, with magnificent rose gardens and its own chapel in the grounds, this is a wonderful venue with superb service for any special gathering.
Why we love it
- Sensational landscaped gardens with views of Mount Etna.
- Open-air pavilions offer an intimate setting for dinners.
- Spa facilities include a hammam and treatment room.
About the villa
Tall palms cast their distinctive shadows onto the extensive lawns and walls of this historic house, which was built as an abbey in 1300, before becoming an important stately home for several...
Service & Staffing
DINING services
- Cook assisted by staff providing 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner and drinks or snacks and canapes as required) between 0800 hrs - 2200 hrs with some time off in the afternoon.
- Welcome refreshment on arrival
- Cooking classes
- Wine tasting
- All food and beverages, shopping service charge Euro 30 per trip payable locally
Villa staff
- Concierge services provided by (non-resident) Villa Manager for menu and excursion planning and reservations (boat hire, beaches, in-villa wellness and beauty treatments)
- Daily housekeeping
- Personal laundry service (ironing payable locally)
- Bathroom amenities
Villa details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
- Entrance Hall
- Drawing Room
- Library with TV
- Office for Villa Manager
- Large dining room opening to garden
- Winter garden/arcaded dining terrace
- Cloakrooms
- Kitchen
- 6 double (king size) bedrooms (can be made up as twin on request) with bathroom (with one exception which has a shower room) en suite opening out onto main central courtyard
- 2 double (king size bedrooms, bedrooms 4 and 5, each with bathroom en suite, connecting internally via a hallway with a further bed (accommodating 5 total). Guest using single bed will use the bathroom of one of the bedrooms.
- 2 double (king size bedrooms 1 and 2), each with bathroom en suite and internally connecting
- Chapel
Facilities
Cooking Outdoors
- Portable barbecue
Games and Sports
- Table tennis
- Croquet
- Bicycles
- Yoga mats
- Yoga terrace
- Badminton racquets
Keeping Cool
- Air conditioning in all bedrooms
Kitchen Essentials
- Professional kitchen which can also be used by guests with assistance from the staff
Private Pool
- 20m x 9m
- Built-in steps
- Pool house with bar, sink and barbecue
- Open all season
Something Special
Villa Essentials
- Washing Machine
- Hairdryers For All Bedrooms
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Pool Towels
Experiences Designed Around You
Once you have booked your villa stay, your dedicated concierge will be in touch to discuss any additional arrangements you may require, to elevate your holiday to the next level.
Important Information
Please note from 10 July - 28 August, prices are available for up to 18 people - 9 bedrooms the (entered from the main courtyard) will be available. Prices are also available for 19 - 25 people with all bedrooms available.
For all other dates, prices are available for up to 12 people - 6 bedrooms (from those around the main courtyard), 13 - 18 people (9 bedrooms around the main courtyard), and for 19 - 25 people - the entire property is available.
This property can accommodate up to 150 - 200 people in total for a special celebration. Further details are available on request.
A float of Euro 500 against expenditure for food and beverages is payable on arrival.
When resident, the owners' quarters occupy the east wing of this substantial property, accessed via a separate entrance not overlooking the pool or extensive gardens. Their local knowledge is exceptional and they will be pleased to give personal recommendations to ensure your stay is truly memorable.
Please note that the preferred suppliers for the villa must be used for any additional services. Unknown extra staff are not permitted at the villa.
CV representative
An English speaking CV Representative in Italy will visit during your stay. Contact details will be sent with your travel documents.
TENANCY TIMES
Arrival between 15:00 . Departure by 10:00.
LOW WALLS
Please refer to the Health & Safety pages on this website.
Location
AMENITIES
- Amenities 5km
- Brucoli 10 km
- Lentini 17 km
PLACES OF INTEREST
- Necropolis of Pantalica 28km
- Siracusa 34km
- Oasi di Vendicari 63km
- Noto 64km
- Caltagirone 74km
- Taormina 88km
- Ragusa 92km
- Modica 100km
BEACHES
AIRPORT
- Catania 30 minute drive
Siracusa and Southern Sicily
Average weather
As one of the quieter destinations on the diverse island of Sicily, the south is home to some of the top, one and two Michellin star restaurants in the country. And it’s no wonder, with the abundance beautiful local produce available. As in all parts of Sicily, there is a contrast in landscape from the marshland of Vendicari to the rebuilt towns of Noto and Ragusa. Siracusa has a tradition in making puppets - buy one as a souvenir or visit the puppet theatre for some light entertainment. Or try out the range of restaurants, bars and tours for a relaxing evening with friends.
Find out more about Siracusa and Southern Sicily
Essential Information
Please note that there is a European tourist tax payable on arrival. Further details will be advised prior to arrival.
Having a barbecue in Italy is one of the best ways to cook your food but you may find that due to long drought periods in high season barbecuing may be restricted in some areas. You will be informed if this happens by your house staff or local representative.
FLIGHTS
CV Villas is happy to book flights for our customers on scheduled, chartered or low cost airlines from London and regional UK airports. Please ask for details.
CAR HIRE
Car hire can be pre-booked through CV Villas with collection at the airport of arrival. Please ask for details.