The bridge to the sky
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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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.
From the Guest Book
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
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