Nesting in the valley
10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Looking out over a peaceful valley planted with olive groves and citrus orchards, Saia thrums to the calming rhythms of country life. If, after a couple of days enjoying all this by your pool, you're ready to explore further afield, it's good to know that the fascinating towns and the long sandy beaches of the Val di Noto are just a short drive away.
Looking to know more about Saia?
Our team has visited each of our villas, so they can share the finer details and help explore flexible date options
Winner of Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Best Villa Rental Company in the World
Keyholder highlights
- Panoramic pool
- Stylish architect design
- Wide-ranging vistas
- Peace and quiet
Gallery
Aerial views of Saia.
The pool and the surrounding countryside.
A serene atmosphere by the pool.
The gentle views out to sea.
A panoramic spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The luminous living area opens out onto the terraces
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The 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
- A Local Specialist available during your stay for emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An 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
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access 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
- Daily maid service (2 hours/day, 6 days a week excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) and a mid-week clean (4 hours) in the bedrooms, bathrooms and living room; and linen change
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist 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
From the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
Saia is better than the photos. It's stylish without being over the top. The pool and terrace are well-integrated with the communal living areas. And we liked the separate sleeping areas. In summary, it's a fantastic villa for a small group. The location was just right for us - just a short drive to Noto and plenty of attractions - both cultural and natural - to suit all members of our family.
Olivia Mitchell September 2025
Everything was wonderful at Saia. We had a relaxed holiday in a beautiful setting!
SR September 2024
I guess the easiest way to describe the experience is to say that I already recommended Saia to two friends and encouraged them to stay there. My family and I spent 3 weeks in Sicily, 2 weeks travelling the island and one week at Saia. The group included 8 adults and 2 babies. Having 5 bedrooms was essential for us. The location was gorgeous, the house beautiful - welcoming and ideal for our time there. We relaxed, we visited other surrounding towns/cities and even walked the local roads enjoying the views, flora and fauna. In summary - the perfect stay in Sicily is at Saia!
T.G. May 2023
Saia was excellent.
DR, United Kingdom September 2022
Relaxing, comfortable and carefree.
Verified guest, July 2023
Saia is outstanding, perfect as a beautiful get away. What really stood out was the décor and the pool.
Verified guest, May 2025
Excellent
4.7/5
1,174 Reviews
/15.06%2C36.85%2C9%2C0/1280x600@2x%3Faccess_token%3Dpk.eyJ1Ijoiem9ldHR0IiwiYSI6ImNsc2l2eGJvaDJlNzEya3BjYW1lc3dxbDUifQ.67_ngEQp0DGdJhoF7bdiBQ)
The Area
Saia is set above a fertile plain between the fascinating Baroque town of Noto and the beautiful natural reserve of Vendicari.
Noto is the most easterly of a chain of baroque towns, including Modica, Ragusa, and Scicli. All were all rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693 and today they are protected as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val di Noto.
Vendicari Nature Reserve, meanwhile, boasts some of the finest sandy beaches in Sicily, which are pleasingly under populated even in the height of summer. Vendicari is also home to thousands of migrating flamingos and other species of bird, not to mention the sea turtles that nest on its beaches. Just to the west of Vendicari are the remains and superb mosaics of Villa Romana del Tellaro, a 4th century Roman villa.
If hiking in the hills is your thing, then 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, which, along with fascinating, historic Syracuse form another UNESCO WOrld Heritage Site.
Getting to and around
Catania airport:
90km-56miles-1hrPalermo airport:
320km-200miles-3hr20Trapani airport:
40km-250miles-4hr10Comiso airport:
78km-49miles-1hr25Nearest beaches at Vendicari Nature Reserve:
8km-5miles-10/15minsNearest supermarket:
10mins driveNoto (nearest shops, bars and restaurants):
10km-6miles-15minsSyracuse:
40km-20miles-40minsModica:
38km-23miles-50minsRagusa:
55km-34miles-1hr5Local Experiences
Helicopter tours in East Sicily
A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.
Discover.jpg)
Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily
Nero D’Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Frappato, Syrah and Moscato Bianco are just a few of the grape varieties cultivated in the Noto area, and we heartily recommend a vineyard visit during your stay. We know the right people and the most prestigious wineries in the area, and we’d be delighted to arrange a chauffeured wine tasting tour with lunch for you.
Discover
Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily
The southeastern tip of Sicily is home to mile after mile of largely unspoilt sandybeaches and an impressive list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Syracuse and the Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica, the towns ofthe Val di Noto, and Villa Romana del Casale.
Discover.jpg)
Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily
From here until the southeasternmost tip of Sicily, the coastline is an uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach, dotted with picturesque little resort towns, including Punta Secca (Inspector Montalbano's home), Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Sampieri and Marina di Modica. The last strip, made up of several miles of dunes, is where the Allied forces landed in the 2nd World War. At the southernmost tip of Sicily is Isola Delle Correnti, offering an almost African scenario. Indeed, here we are considerably further south than Tunis.Just around the southeastern tip and heading north up the east coast, are the beaches of Marzamemi, San Lorenzo and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The reserve's salt water lagoons and varieties of flora offer the ideal habitat for a wide range of fauna, including nesting turtles and migrating flamingos.Continuing up the east coast, between Vendicari and the historic Greek town of Syracuse, are the popular sandy beaches of Marina di Noto, Calabernado, Marina di Avola, Gelsomineto, Fontane Bianche and Arenella.
Discover
Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily
The southeast of Sicily is famed for its superb tomatoes, cheeses, meat, olive oil, vegetables and seafood. Our culinary experiences in the area will enable you to transform these exquisite ingredients into some of southeast Sicily's most celebrated dishes.
Discover
