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Tenuta della Cava

Rosolini, Sicily

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The cool kiss of maiolica tiles

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

4 Bathrooms

Sitting just outside the baroque town of Rosolini, Tenuta della Cava is a veritable oasis of tranquillity and sensory pleasures. Enclosed in a shady, mature walled garden with pool, its voluminous interiors are imbued with sense of understated opulence, while the fabulous spa with Jacuzzi, hammam and sauna has been designed to offer guests a truly pampering experience.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedA sensitive, artistic restoration
  • IncludedAn indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi
  • IncludedMature gardens with pool
  • IncludedHammam and sauna

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Looking towards the indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.

Looking towards the indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.

The house and gardens seen from by the pool.

The house and gardens seen from by the pool.

Tenuta della Cava's fabulous indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.

Tenuta della Cava's fabulous indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.

The outdoor pool is perfect for a few lengths.

The outdoor pool is perfect for a few lengths.

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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
  • IncludedDaily maid service (up to 3 hours/day, including Bank Holidays) and a mid-week linen change
  • IncludedDaily breakfast table setup
  • IncludedCosts for heating the jacuzzi

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedIngredients for specified meals

Tenuta della Cava is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

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The Area

Located just outside the baroque town of Rosolini at the head of one of the deep gorges that bury deep into the Iblei Mountains, Tenuta della Cava sits at the centre of a 105-acre farm of olive, carob and almond trees. Guests are welcome to explore the estate, which is home to numerous archaeological treasures, including the rupestrian hermitage and churches of Croce Santa.

Rosolini, like most of the towns in southeast Sicily was rebuilt in pure baroque style after the earthquake of 1693. It is home to a good selection of shops, cafés, restaurants and other amenities and boasts a wonderful central piazza.

Nearby are the other towns of the Val di Noto UNESCO World Heritage Site, including Noto, Modica, Ragusa, Scicli, and Palazzolo Acreide (this latter with an impressive Greek archaeological site).

In terms of beaches, one can head east to San Lorenzo, Marzamemi and the beautiful natural reserve of Vendicari, or south to the sandy coastline around Pozzallo.

If hiking or mountain-biking is your thing, Tenuta della Cava is perfect, as trails lead straight off the estate up a deep gorge. Alternatively, there is some spectacular scenery in the neighbouring gorges of Cava d'Ispica, Cassibile and Pantalica.

Syracuse is just over half an hour's drive away, and a day there is highly recommended to anybody spending time at Tenuta della Cava.

Catania airport:

108km-67miles-1hr15

Comiso airport:

68km-38miles-1hr05

Palermo airport:

330km-205miles-3hr35

Trapani airport:

410km-255miles-4hr15

Nearest beaches:

Santa Maria del Focallo - 15km-9.5miles-20mins; San Lorenzo - 27km-16.5miles-30mins; Vendicari - 21km-13miles-30mins

Nearest shops, restaurants and amenities:

Rosolini - 3km-2miles-8mins

Noto:

19km-12miles-25mins

Modica:

17.5km-11miles-20mins

Scicli:

29km-18miles-35mins

Ragusa:

31km-19miles-40mins

Syracuse:

57km-35miles-1hr

Palazzolo Acreide:

50km-31miles-1hr

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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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Tenuta della Cava was absolutely magical, divine and flawless - gorgeous grounds and home. We felt so lucky to stay there. The spa room was a particular treat, and our Local Specialist was always responsive and helpful! Would we return? Yes, absolutely! The villa was exceptional and we love The Thinking Traveller.

AR November 2024

Tenuta della Cava was spectacular and very comfortable. It is an extraordinary property and we enjoyed meeting the lovely owner. The pool, jacuzzi and other amenities were delightful. The groceries that were provided were very generous. We loved every minute of our stay and hope to come back again. Many thanks for providing us with a wonderful vacation. The Thinking Traveller is a terrific resource and we highly recommend it to anyone looking to travel.

L and S Hollman July 2024

Tenuta della Cava is an outstanding villa. We received such a welcome from the owners, and the food welcome hamper was amazing. It felt like we were immersed in real Sicilian history as the estate had been passed on through the generations. It surpassed our expectations. We would love to return with my son and daughter-in-law and our two grandchildren as it's a very safe and well thought out space for kids.

Mel Millner July 2024

Tenuta della Cava is beautiful and decorated with great taste. It is very comfortable, and the team and the owner are very welcoming. The location is perfect to visit the region, which is outstanding.

Verified guest, October 2024

Tenuta della Cava was beautiful. Tons of space for our whole family. The kitchen was very well equipped and we loved all of the sitting areas.

Verified guest, December 2024

The service leading up to us visiting Tenuta della Cava was very good, and the layout of the house was good for a mixed family.

Verified guest, January 2025

Excellent

4.7/5

942 Reviews