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Rocca delle Tre Contrade

Santa Venerina, Sicily

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The bridge to the sky

24 Guests

12 Bedrooms

12 Bathrooms

Rocca delle Tre Contrade occupies a stunningly panoramic position atop its own hill on Sicily’s east coast. Uninterrupted 360-degree views take in the sparkling Ionian Sea to one side, the fertile flanks and lava peak of Mount Etna to the other. The views of this former aristocratic estate are further enhanced by the intense greens and citrus flashes of the villa’s grounds, which feature lemon groves, fruit orchards and vegetable gardens. The magnificence of Mother Nature is rivalled only by the spectacular south-facing 25-metre heatable infinity pool, the like of which we have never seen, and the delightful internal areas, which have been renovated and refurbished to exactingly high standards.
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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedFully staffed, immaculate service
  • IncludedAcclaimed chef and kitchen team
  • IncludedLuxuriously appointed interiors
  • IncludedAn abundance of space inside and out
  • IncludedStunning heatable infinity pool
  • IncludedFull size private clay tennis court
  • IncludedGym and hammam
  • IncludedSuperb 360-degree sea and Etna views
  • IncludedSustainable practices, renewable energy

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Ariel views of Rocca delle Tre Contrade

The fabulous infinity pool with the villa behind.

The fabulous infinity pool with the villa behind.

A gorgeous shady al fresco living area.

A gorgeous shady al fresco living area.

Mount Etna rises majestically behind Rocca delle Tre Contrade.

Mount Etna rises majestically behind Rocca delle Tre Contrade.

Rocca delle Tre Contrade rising above its orange groves..

Rocca delle Tre Contrade rising above its orange groves..

The panoramic terrace outside the main entrance.

The panoramic terrace outside the main entrance.

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Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
  • IncludedA Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedFully-staffed villa including a House Manager, house keepers and a Sicilian cook (including Sundays and Bank Holidays)
  • IncludedDaily breakfast preparation
  • IncludedDaily cook service including lunch and dinner
  • IncludedAn aperitif upon arrival
  • IncludedPool heating from beginning of November to end of March

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedThe cost of ingredients, drinks and wine for all meals

Rocca delle Tre Contrade is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

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The Area

Situated near the town of Santa Venerina on the east coast of Sicily about half way between Catania and Taormina, Rocca delle Tre Contrade is a good base from which to visit Taormina, Catania, Mount Etna and the various fascinating villages on its flanks. There are also several charming fishing villages and some nice beaches nearby. An eighteen hole golf course is about 45 minutes drive away.

Further afield, Syracuse, the baroque towns of the Noto valley, the quiet beaches of Vendicari and Capo Passero to the south and Messina to the north are all comfortably reachable for day trips.

We can also arrange for you to fly over Mount Etna and many other sites, or to make excursions to the Aeolian Islands, by helicopter.

The nearby beaches of Fiumefreddo and Marina di Cottone have received several consecutive "Bandiere Blu", attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.

Catania airport:

43km-27miles-30mins

Palermo airport:

269km-168miles-2hr35

Trapani airport:

348km-216miles-3hr45

Nearest shops:

along the SS114, 5mins

Nearest beaches:

Fondachello, 12km-7.5miles-20mins, or Mazzaro' below Taormina, 19km-13miles-30mins

Taormina:

30km-19miles-25mins

18-hole golf course:

45km-28miles-45mins

Syracuse:

93km-58miles-1hr

Mount Etna (cable car station):

34km-21miles-45mins

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From the Guest Book

Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.

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Rocca delle Tre Contrade is a stunning villa with staff that made us feel very at home. What stood out was the space, the staff, and the cuisine. We would love to return to enjoy the villa and grounds.

SB April 2025

The setting of Rocca delle Tre Contrade was unique and romantic (views of Mt Etna on one side, the sparkling sea on the other). The gardens were lush and beautiful, the staff was top notch, the accommodations were comfortable and effortlessly elegant. Dora, the chef, was wonderful (and her food was incredible). Would we return? Yes. Everything is taken care of, which meant we could really relax and not worry about anything. The setting is so beautiful it was hard to leave, the food was also amazing.

LD June 2024

The grounds and the villa itself are stunning, the views of Etna and the sea are beautiful, the staff and service were impeccable, the food and wine delicious, and it all combined to make us feel like we had found somewhere truly special.

Samuel Bristow October 2023

Would we return to Rocca delle Tre Contrade? Yes.

Verified guest, July 2024

Rocca delle Tre Contrade and the villa staff were AAA+. The food was out of this world. We would return.

Verified guest, September 2024

I love Rocca delle Tre Contrade so much and I recommend it to anyone looking for luxury living! Would I return? I have already stayed there seven weeks and I am committed for another week in 2026.

Verified guest, March 2025

Excellent

4.7/5

942 Reviews