Twenty-five minutes by car from Noto, where sights like the 18th-century Nicolaci Palace are sure to catch your eye, this countryside abode gives you a different taste of history. Take a forty-five-minute stroll into the nearest town of Rosolini, pick up some local wines, fresh Italian fare, and hunker down for the long haul – you won’t want to leave this villa in any hurry. Surrounded by natural groves of olive and almond trees, the rural setting of this home paves the way for its traditional elements. Its interiors feature gorgeous barn-style, wooden doors, an alcove fireplace, vintage furnishings, and a country kitchen with a wood-burning oven. But while you might enjoy this atmosphere of old-world Italy, recent renovation work also brings it into 21st-century luxe. From the private, saltwater pool, to the ping pong table, to the shiny chrome and white kitchen, modernity comes into play in the most tasteful way. As you sip a chilled glass of prosecco and peruse the pool terrace, it’s easy to imagine an elegant dinner this evening under the pergolas and alfresco dining areas. And it’s even easier when the host can arrange for a private chef to come over and do it for you.

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Additional fees

• If you'll be arriving between 9pm and midnight, you'll be charged a late arrival fee of €30

• Your host can arrange a private chef for an additional fee

• There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.