Villa Aranceto

Savor the splendid sunshine and luxurious style of Sicily at this exquisite villa located 30 km southwest of Catania. Nestled within a 120-hectare organic orange grove, Villa Aranceto is a beautifully appointed, historic manor house surrounded by palm, pine, and fig trees. With views of Mount Etna in the distance and only 20 minutes from the sea and Catania International Airport, this private villa is situated in a picturesque and captivating area of ​​eastern Sicily.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a member of the staff at Catania Vincenzo Bellini Airport. They will assist you with collecting your rental car and ensure your safe arrival at the villa. You will be accommodated in one of the manor house's eight exclusive bedrooms, furnished with exceptional antiques and vintage artwork, and featuring private balconies or direct access to the gardens surrounding the villa.

This magnificent property comprises two main buildings: the Manor House with eight bedrooms, a library, and a kitchenette, and the Orangery, which houses the spacious living and dining area and the main kitchen. Furthermore an additional building, the Old Boathouse, with more bedrooms is available as an option.

The library on the upper level of the Manor House offers the perfect retreat for peace and quiet, with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves filled with monographs, art photography, magazines, and books in several languages. The Orangery, the heart of Aranceto, serves as the dining and living area, featuring a beautiful lava stone fireplace and a comfortable lounge. On the upper floor of the Orangery, guests will find the Belvedere, a cozy retreat offering panoramic views of Mount Etna and the surrounding valleys. This space is ideal for yoga or meditation sessions, art classes, workshops, meetings, or small conferences.

A total of 20 people plus some babies can comfortably be accommodated in over 1100 m² of living space with 10 rooms and 11 bathrooms. The sleeping areas are divided as follows: The Manor House features 8 exclusive guest rooms. Four are located on the upper garden level, and the other four on the ground floor. All rooms are furnished with exceptional antiques and vintage handicrafts and have a private balcony or direct access to the garden surrounding the villa. All rooms are equipped with heating, air conditioning, and colonial-style ceiling fans. The ensuite bathrooms feature Sicilian ceramics, fragrant soaps, and toiletries from Ortigia. Fine Egyptian cotton linens and sheets ensure a comfortable night's sleep. The Old Boathouse has 2 bedrooms, a convertible living room, 3 bathrooms, and a very large covered terrace. It is suitable for 4-6 additional guests and several children.

During peak season, the Old Boathouse is included in the rental price. During the mid and low seasons, reduced rates are offered for smaller groups, and the Old Boathouse can be rented as an optional extra. Thanks to its spacious grounds, Villa Aranceto is perfectly suited for hosting business meetings, weddings, and other special occasions.

In Aranceto's two kitchens, you'll be greeted with lavish welcome baskets filled with fresh, local produce from Sebastiano, the estate manager. Here, the chef will prepare meals in the exquisite Sicilian tradition or international classics. The ingredients for the traditional Sicilian and Mediterranean dishes come from the villa's garden. Enjoy San Giorgio orange blossom honey, homemade jams, fresh bread from the on-site stone oven, fruit, yogurt, ham, tomatoes, and cheese or ricotta. Fresh herbs from the gardens, homemade pasta sauce, and local seafood are also served. The wine list offers the finest selection from the most prestigious Italian and international vineyards and wineries.

The sunshine will certainly beckon you outside and the spectacular gardens offer plenty of opportunities for enjoying Sicily’s incredible weather. Nestled within Aranceto's lush gardens, you'll find a beautiful swimming pool with sun loungers and parasols. If the Sicilian sun becomes too intense, you can find refuge on the air-conditioned terrace of the orangery. Later in the evening, you can enjoy a few rounds of tennis. The modern tennis court, equipped with artificial turf and a lighting system, is tucked away among the fragrant orange groves. And there's even a sauna for six people.

Villa Aranceto prides itself on its highly professional and friendly staff. You will be pampered by the experienced team. A chef, a butler, and housekeeping staff will cater to your every need. The owner and his team will be delighted to help you explore the region and enjoy Sicily's wealth of cultural and historical treasures. You can tour the estate and orange grove with the owner or take private guided tours of Baroque Catania and the "Greek" Syracuse. Within a few hours' drive, you can reach all the major historical and scenic attractions of Eastern Sicily: Mount Etna, the tourist town of Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, the Roman villa in Piazza Armerina, the ceramics factory of Caltagirone, the Baroque cities of Noto, Ragusa, and Modica, the Pantalica necropolis, and the Vendicari Nature Reserve. For special occasions and upon request, an additional staff member can be assigned to the villa throughout the day to attend to guests' needs and be available by phone and in person from the day of arrival to the day of departure. The villa staff can also arrange tours of beautiful private gardens and palaces not open to the public, vineyards, as well as boat trips or guided tours of Mount Etna.