Il Palmento dei Castagni

Sant'Alfio, Sicily

Il Palmento dei Castagni is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

The lava stone wine press

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

Il Palmento dei Castagni, a former winery, has been subtly and intriguingly restored to create a warm, welcoming villa that combines modern design features with evident echoes of its former purpose. Outside, large terraces shaded with vines and wisteria give way to extensive gardens, woods and, hidden from view, a super decked pool area.

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedBeautifully converted wine press
  • IncludedStunning views and extensive grounds
  • IncludedSecluded pool
  • IncludedPanoramic Jacuzzi and gym

Gallery

The shady terrace with plenty of space for everyone.

The pool is surrounded by the wonderful gardens.

The lovely terrace.

The wonderful pool.

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 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
  • IncludedAccess to our award winning local support, knowledge and personal recommendations during your stay
  • 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
  • IncludedAccess to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
  • IncludedA mid-week cleaning and linen change service

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedTourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night

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The Area

Il Palmento dei Castagni is situated on the edge of the authentic village of Sant'Alfio on the eastern side of fascinating Mount Etna. It is the perfect gateway for exploring not only the majestic volcano itself but also the many fascinating towns and villages that populate its slopes.

There are a great number of excellent walks in the area and many very good restaurants, including one which is 2 just minutes away by car.

Coming down from the mountain there are many more discoveries to be made, including Taormina, with its world-renowned Graeco-Roman theatre, the vibrant city of Catania, the Alcantara Gorge and, slightly further afield, Syracuse.

On the coast around Taormina there are many idyllic coves with lidos, while the nearby beaches of Fiumefreddo and Marina di Cottone have received several consecutive Blue Flags, attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.

Getting to and around

Catania airport:

47km-29miles-40mins

Comiso airport:

127km-78miles-1hr45mins

Palermo airport:

272km-170miles-3hr10

Trapani airport:

353km-220miles-3hr55

Beaches on the Ionian coast:

approx. 25mins

Nearest shops and restaurants in Sant'Alfio:

approx. 1km (a brisk walk down, a little steep on the way back)

Taormina:

32km-20miles -35mins

Mount Etna (La Sapienza cable car station):

29km-18miles-40mins

Syracuse:

114km-70miles-1hr30

From the Guest Book

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

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We had a wonderful week at Il Palmento dei Castagni. How was our holiday? No complaints at all!

MB, United States of America September 2017

We loved our holiday at Il Palmento dei Castagni and we love your service.

Verified guest, August 2017

The pool area is lovely and it is great to get good wifi everywhere and sonos too.

Mrs Caroline von Behr, United Kingdom July 2017

The in-villa pizza night was a must - you should tell everyone. Only bad thing is now I will never be able to enjoy another pizza again because it will never measure up to these ones!

Mrs Fiona Coope, Switzerland July 2017

Il Palmento dei Castagni is such a special place, we had a wonderful time there. The pizzaolo service was amazing!

Mr Nicholas Reeves, United Kingdom May 2017

Die Villa war wirklich hervorragend in allen Bereichen.

Siegfried Teuber, Germany October 2015

Excellent

4.7/5

Local Experiences

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Wine tours on Mount Etna

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

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