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Palazzo Alvear

Noto, Sicily

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The baroque terrace in town

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Unassumingly tucked away in a quiet street, and yet just an amble from all that's best of glorious Noto, Palazzo Alvear is a real find for connoisseurs of sophisticated living, aesthetic finesse and timeless charm. The property's exquisitely finished, sumptuously furnished interiors are a delight in themselves, but it also come with a pair of al fresco aces up its silk sleeves: a heatable courtyard pool and a majestic terrace.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedInspiring restoration
  • IncludedRefined sophistication
  • IncludedHeatable courtyard pool
  • IncludedGrand terrace
  • IncludedPrime location at the heart of Noto

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Two of Palazzo Alvear's bright, character-filled reception rooms.

Two of Palazzo Alvear's bright, character-filled reception rooms.

Relaxing in the tranquil internal courtyard with its heatable plunge pool..

Relaxing in the tranquil internal courtyard with its heatable plunge pool..

The terrace, accessed from two of the reception rooms, is the perfect spot for memorable meals.

The terrace, accessed from two of the reception rooms, is the perfect spot for memorable meals.

The TV sitting room, the third of three reception rooms.

The TV sitting room, the third of three reception rooms.

The first reception room is beautifully presented and extremely well appointed.

The first reception room is beautifully presented and extremely well appointed.

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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
  • 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 clean (up to 4 hours) and linen change

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedThe costs to heat the pool which amounts to €325 per week, if requested, payable in advance
  • 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

Palazzo Alvear is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

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The Area

Palazzo Alvear is situated in a relatively quiet street in the centre of the fascinating baroque town of Noto, whose architectural treasures, shops, restaurants, cafés and bars are within a few minutes' stroll.

Noto is the most easterly of a chain of baroque towns now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is perhaps the most perfect of all and was rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693.

Down on the coast below is a series of idyllic sandy beaches including those of Vendicari Nature Reserve. Depending on the time of year, Vendicari is home to thousands of migrating birds, including flamingos, and sea turtles come to nest on its beaches. In the autumn, winter and spring it is a great spot for coastal walking.

The magnificent, historic Greek city of Syracuse is just half an hour's drive away, and a day there is highly recommended to anybody spending time at Palazzo Alvear. A little further afield, the other baroque towns of Modica, Ragusa, Scicli, and Palazzolo Acreide (this latter with an impressive Greek archaeological site) are all easily reachable.

Lastly, for keen hikers, there is some spectacular scenery in the rushing streams and waterfalls of Cassibile and at the Paleolithic burial sites in the dramatic valley of Pantalica.

Catania airport:

90km-56miles-1hr10

Comiso airport:

80km-50miles-1hr20

Palermo airport:

310km-192miles-3hr30

Trapani airport:

391km-243miles-4hr20

Nearest beaches:

at Vendicari - 13km-8miles-25mins; Lido di Noto - 10.5km-6.5miles-20mins; Oasi Gelsomineto - 15km-9.5miles-25mins

Noto (shops, bars, restaurants):

a couple of minutes' walk

Syracuse:

42km-26miles-40mins

Modica:

38km-23.5miles-45mins

Ragusa:

51km-39miles-1hr

Palazzolo Acreide:

31km-19.5miles-40mins

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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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Our time at Palazzo Alvear and in Noto was all about relaxing. Morning walks, long lunches, afternoon swims and quiet evenings spent on the terrace. The location in Noto is spectacular and having a dedicated parking space out front is a real plus.

BQ September 2024

Our stay at Palazzo Alvear was the trip of a lifetime! We really had a great time and I really appreciated all the help and guidance in planning such an amazing trip!

KL May 2024

Location to centro, clean, luxurious, wonderful terraces, heated terrace wonderful idea.

Anon April 2024

Palazzo Alvear is an absolutely wonderful property in a spectacular baroque town. Would we return? Yes, because it's awesome.

Verified guest, May 2024

Palazzo Alvear is an astonishingly beautiful property in a fabulous town and within reach of many interesting sites.

Verified guest, May 2024

Palazzo Alvear a fantastic villa (or mini palace) in an amazing town. It is spacious, very comfortable, clean, well equipped but also very classy and a bit grand!

Verified guest, June 2024

Excellent

4.7/5

942 Reviews