A lovely house in a gorgeous old farm that has been in the same family for 5 generations. Nestled amongst the ancient ruins of Noto Antica and the spectacular Sicilian countryside this property leaves guests feeling like they stepped back in time. Noto Antica dates back to the pre 1693 Netum where there are ruins of the old city, a sublime combination of Sikel's necropolis dug into the rocks and 1
6th century buildings. The house is an ideal country retreat offering quiet and solitude in a magical pastoral setting. House arises on the site of an ancient monastery of the Orders of Friars Minor, built in the 1451 and razed to the ground by the great earthquake that destroyed ancient Noto in 1693. It is placed 700 m away from the 'Porta Aurea' of Noto Antica and about 10 Km away from today's city, and it is marked by the extraordinary beauty of the surrounding naturalistic, archaeological and historical landscape
This property is part of prestigious estate and still maintains its original architectural structure with its central courtyard and surrounding buildings, it has been nicely renovated according to its original architectural. Ideal for two/four people, there are two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, one with tube and well equipped kitchen. There is a large patio/veranda with barbecue where the gorgeous views can be enjoyed. Restaurant and swimming pool available. Air conditioning, washing machine, BBQ, private entrance and parking. Hot spot Wi-FI internet connection. Situated only fifteen minutes from Noto, perhaps the most fascinating of the 18th century Baroque cities of Sicily. Not only listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO but also nicknamed the Capital of Baroque and home to the lovely ‘Infiorata’ flower festival held every May. The Vendicari nature reserve (20 minutes) is a gem for all nature lovers and offers spectacular long sandy beaches. Siracusa is only a 30 minute drive away and a visit to its ancient quarter ‘Ortigia’ and Greek ruins is a must. Also nearby are Cava Grande, Cava del Carosello and Pantalica, spectacular gorge and the deepest canyon in Europe: a series of rock pools, waterfalls and ancient cave-homes. The areas of Pachino ( famous for cherry tomatoes) and Portopalo are very interesting places to visit. It is here that you will find the southernmost point of Sicily the little ‘Isolotto delle correnti’, with a lighthouse and where sea turtles and pelicans can still be frequently spotted on the shore.
