Villa Citrus

A beautiful and stylish country manor, set between the majesty of Mount Etna (the largest volcano in Europe) and the green Ionian coast, next to the cobalt-blue sea. This fascinating manor, whose oldest parts date back to the 15th century, stands in a large, 120-hectare estate rich with orchards and organic farming. The luxuriant garden with its finely designed landscape hosts precious species of exotic palms, carob trees, agaves and the fragrant Mediterranean forest: a paradise.

The eight suites, four on the lower floor which open onto the beautiful garden, and four on the upper floor which open onto the balcony, are exquisitely decorated with fine antique furniture in a distinctly Sicilian style, and include luxurious en-suite bathrooms, each with a bathtub or shower, stocked with Sicilian perfumes and toiletries. The bedrooms have both air conditioning and heating, and are fitted with ceiling fans, Wi-Fi and elegant original beds with fine, fragrant sheets, perfect for restful sleep. The setting is unique and offers the chance to live in a world apart, enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of an authentic aristocratic manor, savour a slower pace and take in the scents of the garden and the Sicilian countryside.

In the luxurious garden, there is a large, elegant swimming pool and, adjacent to it, the splendid orangery, the social heart of the manor, with its refined halls, spectacular dining room and upper floor with a breathtaking view of Etna and the valley. Further, in the orange grove, are the sauna and illuminated tennis court.

The villa includes two kitchens: a professional one (in the orangery) for staff use, and a kitchenette in the villa. Upon your arrival, you will find a colourful and lavish welcome basket replete with fresh Sicilian products and specialities from the manor. We are in the kingdom of the chef. You’ll be delighted with the delicious Sicilian dishes, carefully prepared for you; on request, you can also enjoy the most well-known international dishes. Staying at Villa Citrus is a unique sensorial experience, a delightful trip through the gastronomic soul of Sicily, with its old dishes from far-off peoples and cultures. You will have the opportunity to savour the multi-ethnic culture of Sicily, with a strong Mediterranean imprint, thanks to the authentic organically-grown ingredients produced on Sicilian farms, orchards and gardens, from home-made honey to preserves, from stone-oven-baked bread to local meats and fish. Lastly, on request, there is the cellar containing a careful selection of quality wines from both Italy and the rest of the world.

And if you do manage to tear yourself away from the paradise of Villa Citrus, just a few kilometres away you will find the spectacular Ionian coast, Taormina, Isola Bella, the beach at Giardini Naxos (the perfect place for aquatic sports, restaurants, bars and night life) and, further still, the Etnean villages, Aci Trezza, the wonderful Acireale, and then the volcano, the majestic Etna, and many other places to discover.

Standard booking conditions include a minimum of 4-5 nights for villas and 2-3 nights for apartments. Different booking conditions may apply for specific properties or seasons. Always check booking availability and rates for your stay. If you have specific requests don't hesitate to make an enquiry. The bedrooms made available, where the number of guests is below the maximum occupancy, and in case of a reduced rate due to the lower occupancy, will be adequate for the number of guests to stay there. The accommodation is for exclusive use.