Tenuta della Cava is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller
The cool kiss of maiolica tiles
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Keyholder highlights
- A sensitive, artistic restoration
- An indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi
- Mature gardens with pool
- Hammam and sauna
Gallery
Looking towards the indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.
The house and gardens seen from by the pool.
Tenuta della Cava's fabulous indoor-outdoor Jacuzzi pool.
The outdoor pool is perfect for a few lengths.
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
- Access to our award winning local support, knowledge and personal recommendations during your stay
- 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 (up to 3 hours/day, including Bank Holidays) and a mid-week linen change
- Costs for heating the jacuzzi
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals
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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.
Getting to and around
Catania airport:
108km-67miles-1hr15Comiso airport:
68km-38miles-1hr05Palermo airport:
330km-205miles-3hr35Trapani airport:
410km-255miles-4hr15Nearest beaches:
Santa Maria del Focallo - 15km-9.5miles-20mins; San Lorenzo - 27km-16.5miles-30mins; Vendicari - 21km-13miles-30minsNearest shops, restaurants and amenities:
Rosolini - 3km-2miles-8minsNoto:
19km-12miles-25minsModica:
17.5km-11miles-20minsScicli:
29km-18miles-35minsRagusa:
31km-19miles-40minsSyracuse:
57km-35miles-1hrPalazzolo Acreide:
50km-31miles-1hrFrom the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
The owners greeted us with a beautiful welcome basket of their favorite Sicilian delights…fantastic to have water, an assortment of food for the morning and he even graced us with his favorite bottle of wine during our tour of his property's 120 acres and the cave that the town’s cross was found in from 1100 AD. These small touches left us with the feeling of truly knowing Sicilian culture and people.
Mrs Summer Jensen, United States of America June 2022
Tenuta della Cava is a great property, very comfortable and well-appointed inside.
LM, Australia June 2022
We used every space at Tenuta della Cava, from the bbq area outside, to the outdoor pool, to the many many hours spent in the indoor pool and spa (sauna and steam room). Everything in the house was brand new, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and there was AC in every room and bedroom if needed. Every detail had been thought of - from mood lighting, to sound systems, to magnetic door locks, to security cameras. The kitchen had every gadget, including an ice machine. The villa is very private, on huge grounds of 100+ acres which has been in the family for 5 generations. The villa is a historical building that has been converted and renovated with the utmost attention to detail and style; blending old with new. The local heritage (an aquaduct and church on the grounds) was an incredible surprise.Though there was no view of the ocean, it was compensated for by the beautiful and idyllic countryside. The cleaners were very discreet and effective (very fast)! This was much appreciated. The check-in was seamless with the owners and a translator. The owners went out of their way to give us a tour of the grounds and church. One of the highlights of the trip.
AL, Netherlands June 2022
Tenuta della Cave a paradise. The furnishing is very neutral, clear and everything you need can be found there. The garden is a DREAM. The property is clean and very well preserved! The owners are very open and friendly!
EH, Switzerland March 2022
The owners of Tenuta della Cava were charming; one of the highlights was our being taken on a trip on the estate to see ancient caves and an aqueduct - quite astonishing!
Mrs Annie Marr-Johnson, United Kingdom August 2021
Tenuta della Cava and its amenities are truly wonderful. It was a pleasure to stay there.
MP, United States of America August 2021
Excellent
4.7/5
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