Overview
Syracuse area is one of the richest districts in Sicily in both natural and monumental resources, that's why it has been included in the Unesco List of World Heritage. If you are the kind of tourist who appreciates art and culture, that's the place to go, especially if you cannot do without luxury, food & wine pleasures, or sports & wellness during your holiday. Il Podere is a wonderful estate immersed in Syracuse countryside, whose farmhouse has been converted into an exclusive Boutique Hotel. The old-time atmosphere of Sicilian rural mansions has been preserved, but the farmhouse has been equipped with all modern comforts, which have given the place a new charm, making it the perfect place to enjoy a comfortable, relaxing stay, which won't fail to gratify all your senses. From here you'll be able to plan all kind of excursions to explore both the naturalistic beauties of the area, and the Baroque jewels in the vicinities of the hotel.
Property details
The farmhouse hosting guests is surrounded by a 12.000 sq.m estate of gorgeous olives and orange trees groves, and it's protected by high walls - as in the typical Sicilian "bagli" - enclosing a wide garden, where a splendid swimming pool lays stylishy. The creation of a special relax & wellness corner inside the hotel has been a real treat for guests. There you'll find a big jacuzzi, and a massage & beauty treatments room. The hotel is also equipped with a meeting room, so if you want to cuddle yourself a little bit, after a conference or a business talk, yo just have to give yourself up in the skilful hands of the beauty centre staff, and they will surely return you all the energies you lost.
Inside the hotel you'll find elegant and comfortable spaces, decorated with terracotta floors, ancient and Sicilian style furniture, refined Persian rugs, stylish lights and top quality fabrics. The rooms - all with en-suite bathroom with tub or shower - are available in both Standard or Junior Suite version, and a few of them have been equipped to welcome disabled guests. Last but not least, the hotel restaurant serves both international and typical Sicilian dishes, prepared with special care by a skilful chef.
Area details
Syracuse centre - with its treasure of Greek remains and Ortigia baroque jewel - is just 8kms away, while at 6kms distance you can find the hotel private beach, Arenella, where you can practise acquatic sports. If you're interested in naturalistic excursions, we suggest you Plemmirio Marine Protected Area, at 5kms distance - where you can also arrange guided diving sessions - Fiume Ciane e Saline di Siracusa Nature Reserve - where you can go up the river by boat and watch the suggestive marshlands favoured by innumerable migratory birds - and Vendicari Nature Reserve - a paradise for bird-watchersin its own and endowed with splendid coastal dunes and crystal-clear sea waters. Last but not least, the precious baroque towns of Syracuse-Ragusa district - Noto, Ragusa Ibla, Modica, Scicli - are all at a short distance, and will amaze you with the magnificence of their monuments.
Additional Information
At Il Podere you can reserve transfers to and from the nearest airport, and request newspapers, laundry service or beauty treatments. The hotel is equipped with Wireless Connection Internet Point and private parking. If you feel like having a nice ride, at 6kms distance you can also find a riding school, and 2kms away there's even a runway for ultralight planes, if you wish to arrive with your own plane.