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Masseria Gargallo

Syracuse, Sicily

Masseria Gargallo is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

The jeweller's dream

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Masseria Gargallo has been conceived by its owner, a well-known jewellery designer, as a colourful and ingeniously inventive homage to Sicilian artistry and craftsmanship. The original features and floors of the property have been retained wherever possible, and furnishings, fabrics and fittings are a fascinating mix of the contemporary and the traditional. Outside, beautifully tended gardens wrap around the property, culminating in the pièce de résistance, an utterly irresistible pool.

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedLovingly restored masseria
  • IncludedUnique, artistic interior design
  • IncludedFabulous gardens and pool

Gallery

Aerial views of Masseria Gargallo

The fabulous pool area.

The large expanses of lawn, planted with olive trees surround the pool.

The pool with Masseria Gargallo in the background.

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 daily cleaning service (5 hours/day) and a mid-week linen and towel change
  • IncludedA continental breakfast preparation service is included, and features ingredients such as fresh bread, local pastries, yogurt, muesli, cereal, fruit juices, fresh milk, butter, ham or other cold cuts, cheese, seasonal prepared fruit, a selection of teas, coffee and jams. Although the ingredients are payable locally, the breakfast staff are included and will also set the table and clean up after you’ve finished.

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedThe cost of ingredients for specified meals, payable locally.

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The Area

Masseria Gargallo sits just outside the fascinating, historic and beautiful town of Syracuse, whose beating heart, the island of Ortygia, boasts one of Italy's loveliest piazzas and a maze of charming streets lined with independent shops, restaurants and bars. Neapolis, just outside the centre, is home to a fabulous archaeological site and museum, both of which we heartily recommend. Also within easy driving distance of Masseria Gargallo are the white sandy beaches of Fontane Bianche, and a cluster of must-see towns, including Noto, Modica and Ragusa. A little further afield but well worth the trip are Catania and Mount Etna.

Getting to and around

Catania airport:

60km-37miles-40mins

Palermo airport:

290km-175miles-2hr50

Trapani airport:

370km-230miles-3hr45

Comiso airport:

105km-65miles-1hr25

Nearest shops and restaurants:

in Syracuse, 10km-6.5miles-15mins

Nearest beaches:

at Fontane Bianche, 18km-11miles-20mins

Noto:

34km-21miles-30mins

Modica:

67km-41miles-1hr

Ragusa:

98km-61miles-1hr20

From the Guest Book

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

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Außergewöhnlich nettes und hilfsbereites Personal!!!

Verified guest, September 2018

Masseria Gargallo was amazing, the owner is a fantastic host and the staff were superb.

JH, United Kingdom July 2018

We had the best holiday ever at Masseria Gargallo. The owners were great hosts. We loved visiting his gallery. The staff were also fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble - including getting the World Cup on the big TV in the living room! It was the best service we have ever experienced at a villa.

AM, United Kingdom July 2018

Masseria Gargallo is an incredible villa - a pool to die for - wonderful staff - already recommended to a few friends on returning.

Mr Ben Knight, United Kingdom April 2018

We absolutely LOVED Masseria Gargallo and the staff that came with it. They made us feel extremely welcome we loved chef Gianni's fabulous cooking!!!

Verified guest, August 2017

Masseria Gargallo is spectacular, the service better than a 5* hotel and, most importantly, we were treated like family by the house manager and the owner. The experience was both luxury and authentic which is a rare combination. It exceeded expectations and we will definitely return.,Masseria Gargallo is spectacular, the service better than a 5* hotel and, most importantly, we were treated like family by the house manager and the owner. The experience was both luxury and authentic which is a rare combination. It exceeded expectations and we will definitely return.,Masseria Gargallo is spectacular, the service better than a 5* hotel and, most importantly, we were treated like family by the house manager and the owner. The experience was both luxury and authentic which is a rare combination. It exceeded expectations and we will definitely return.,Masseria Gargallo is spectacular, the service better than a 5* hotel and, most importantly, we were treated like family by the house manager and the owner. The experience was both luxury and authentic which is a rare combination. It exceeded expectations and we will definitely return.

,,,, United Kingdom June 2017

Excellent

4.7/5

Local Experiences

Exclusively available to clients of The Thinking Traveller

Helicopter tours in East Sicily

Helicopter tours in East Sicily

Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily

Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Private Guided tours in East Sicily

Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily

Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily

Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily

Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily

Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily

Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily

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