Overview
An exquisite villa nestled in a lush orange grove
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.
Guests Reviews
Our Guests Reviews
We had an incredible family holiday together. Villa itself is amazing and a true escape from the hustle and bustle. The staff were amazing and made our week extra special. Nothing was too much and we were all so well looked after. Thanks to Rudolf (the owner), Ali and the rest of the staff who worked wonders to make our experience truly memorable.
A luxury dream villa with exceptional service, delicious food, beautiful sights. We had an epic 50th birthday celebration week and one we will never forget. Hard to beat!
Splendida villa immersa nel verde, personale di una grande gentilezza e professionalità, l'accoglienza del padrone di casa è stata davvero piacevole. La piscina è molto curata come tutto il resto della struttura.
Amenities
HOLIDAY HOME AMENITIES
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Ceiliong fans
- Pool
- Tennis court
- Spa area
- Library
- DVD player
- Garden
- Barbecue
- Internet
- iPod dock
- Fireplace
- Herb garden
- Satellite TV
- Sauna
- Terrace
- Internet WIFI connection
- Two TV-sets, (Sky-TV, Sat-TV) and DVD
- CD player with a good choice of music and films
- I-pod dock
- Table tennis
- Table soccer
- Badminton
- Washing machine and dryer
- Extra kitchen in the main house
- 4 baby cots and 3 high chairs, 2 baby-monitors (only audio)
- Hairdryers in all rooms
- Microwave oven
- Barbecue and wood oven for bread-and-pizza-cooking
- Finish sauna
- Caretaker on ground
- Stock of a good selection of Sicilian and international wines and spirits
- Tennis court
- Parking
Touring ideas
Touring Ideas
Catania 30 km
Closest beach Agnone Bagni 30 km
Other sandy beaches within 1 hour
Siracusa 65 km
Noto 93 km
Acireale 55 km
Ispica 110 km
Ragusa 84 km
Modica 100 km
Taormina 90 km
Mount Etna 62 km
Piazza Armerina 86 km
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Activities
The property is situated in the gently rolling hills just inland from the coast between Catania and Siracusa. Walking and jogging inside the property and on the hills around us is a must-experience of the place.
The nearest little town is Scordia at 15 minutes. The nearest beaches are 15 miles east of the estate: Agnone Bagni or the organized Lidi at the Plaja di Catania; other sandy beaches are within 30/45 minutes. The most beautiful beaches are 1 to 1 ½ hour drive south of Siracusa (Fontane Bianche, Vendicari) and on the south cost (Pozzallo, Ispica, Ragusa) that can easily be combined with some sightseeing activity. Bathing is possible from April to October and sunbathing even at at Christmas.
Within ½ to 2 hours drive you can visit all important historical and naturalistic places of eastern Sicily. Ancient and delightful Syracuse, the baroque town of Noto, Modica, Ragusa (Unesco World Heritage Sites) are all comfortably reachable for day trips. Excursions to Palermo and Cefalù, to the fabulous mosaics at the Piazza Armerina and the wonderful temple of Agrigento are only some of the many attractive destinations.
Catania is Sicily’s second largest city filled with Unesco listed heritage like the decadent Baroque Biscari Palace, the Monasteries of San Benedetto and San Nicolò l’Arena. Foodies should make a stop at its vibrant fish market and at one of the 19th century kiosks found around town selling sparkling water with anise.
Acireale is an elegant baroque coastal town situated a few kilometers from Catania. It is home to a number of beautiful baroque churches as well as Sicily’s oldest art academy. For a taste of the area’s exquisite nature, spend some time in the Riserva Naturale Orientata La Timpa, with stunning cliff top views and a lovely rocky beach for those who can climb down to it.
Taormina, the pearl of Sicily: This hilltop town is one of the most magical on the island and features magnificent views of the sea and Mount Etna. Views are dramatic and spectacular. You can enjoy enjoy this panorama and a lively ambiance in the Piazza IX Aprile. Taormina is wonderful blend of Greek, Roman, Arab and Baroque architecture. The town’s most famous site monument is its Greek theatre, dating back to the 3rd century BC and with a capacity of 5,000 spectators. The ancient amphitheater puts on plays every night during the summer months. For some shopping head to Corso Umberto and for some peace and quiet stroll around the bucolic Villa Comunale public garden. Picturesque alleys and half-flights of steps are lined with elegant boutiques and restaurants. With ancient monuments, flowered courtyards, tiny alleys, cafés, restaurants, shops, and tourists from all over the world, it's easy to see why Taormina is considered one of Sicily's most beautiful towns.
Mount Etna National Park: Sicily’s legendary landmark and one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Mount Etna has been since an object of awe and veneration since Antiquity and has been the subject of countless myths and observations by Greeks, Celts and Romans. The 60,000 hectare park is home to an immense variety of flora and fauna and is now a Unesco World Heritage site. A visit to the park will be a top highlight of your Sicilian holiday.
Golf courses: There are 4 golf courses in the distance of 30 minutes to 1.5 hours: Il Picciolo on Mount Etna (18 holes), I Monasteri (18 holes), Donna Fugata (2x 18 holes) and Le Saie Golf Club (18 holes).
Map
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Manor House & Boat House for 20+2
- sleeps 20+2 Guests
07 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
32660 EUR €
11 Apr 2026 - 06 Jun 2026
19 Sep 2026 - 07 Nov 2026
35075 EUR €
06 Jun 2026 - 19 Sep 2026
19 Dec 20ß26 - 07 Jan 2027
40825 EUR €
Manor House for 16
- sleeps 16 Guests
07 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026
26795 EUR €
11 Apr 2026 - 06 Jun 2026
19 Sep 2026 - 07 Nov 2026
28750 EUR €
06 Jun 2026 - 19 Sep 2026
19 Dec 20ß26 - 07 Jan 2027
40825 EUR €
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Weekly rates in €
| Villa Aranceto | 04 Jan 2026 - 21 Mar 2026 07 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 |
21 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026 11 Apr 2026 - 06 Jun 2026 19 Sep 2026 - 07 Nov 2026 |
28 Mar 2026 - 11 Apr 2026 06 Jun 2026 - 19 Sep 2026 19 Dec 20ß26 - 07 Jan 2027 |
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Manor House & Boat House for 20+2
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Manor House for 16
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26795 EUR € | 28750 EUR € | 40825 EUR € | N/A | Request Booking Manor House for 16 |
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During LOW SEASON we can make special agreements for smaller groups NOT IN EXCLUSIVITY:
4 bedrooms/8 persons: 13.397 EUR (either the Upper Garden Floor or the Lower Courtyard Floor)
6 bedrooms/12 persons: 20.096 EUR
8 bedrooms/16 persons: 26.795 EUR
Plus The Old Boathouse 2 bedrooms + living room/4-6 persons: 5.865 EUR
Minimum stay of 2 week for Christmas + New Year
RENT INCLUDES
- Housekeeping staff (1 cook, 1 butler, 2 maids, 1 pool boy) for 7 hours per day
- Cooking 3 times a day
- Daily cleaning service
- Linen change once a week
- Bath and pool towels change twice a week
- Internet WIFI connection
- Air conditioning
- Pool, tennis court and sauna use
- Pool cleaning
- Garden maintenance
EXTRAS
- Food and beverages
- Grocery shopping service: EUR 30 per hour
- Food package, flat rate for food at:
EUR 20 per person, per day for continental breakfast,
EUR 40 per person, per day for light lunch (starter, first course, dessert)
EUR 60 per person, per day for dinner “candle-light” (starter, first course, main course, side dish, dessert) including shopping service, non alcoholic beverage (all soft-drinks are included in the flat-rate).
Children up to 5 years of age completed eat for free. - All food is exclusively procured either by our chef or by the gardner or our trusted suppliers. To safeguard our strict standard of organic ingredients served at Villa Aranceto, guests are not allowed to buy and bring food to the villa at any time. Based on past experiences, the average adult spends approximately EUR 500 per week at the Villa.
- Upon arrival, a cash deposit (covering initial expenses) is required. We recommend at least EUR 500 per person. An initial account summary will be provided on the following Wednesday, with the final account balance settled on the subsequent Friday.
- Extra bed if more than 20 people: EUR 600 per week
- Baby cot: EUR 200 per week
SERVICE ON REQUEST (please enquire with us when booking)
- Extra cooking service: EUR 25 per hour
- Extra and personal laundry: EUR 25 per hour
- Extra housekeeping or waiter service. EUR 20 per hour
- Airport transfer
- Babysitting
- Massages
- Tennis lessons
- Pilates/Yoga lessons
- Cooking lessons
- Bike rent can be organized upon early request.
SECURITY DEPOSIT
- EUR 2000 cash deposit are due on arrival.
NOTES
- Reservations usually from Saturday to Saturday.
- Minimum stay of 2 week for Christmas + New Year
- Pool opening dates:
