8 Days, 7 Nights
23-30 Aug 2025
Sicily, Italy
An Exclusive Luxury Villa
12 Rooms
Limited Availability
Stay in a luxury Villa
Step into a world where history meets modern luxury at the Villa Commenda di San Calogero, nestled just outside Syracuse. Once a retreat for knights and nobility, this Grade I listed villa now welcomes guests to unwind in opulence, with its Turkish spa, beautiful gardens, and breathtaking views of the countryside. The villa’s centuries-old architecture blends seamlessly with modern comforts, offering an unforgettable retreat where every moment is infused with history and elegance.
Villa Highlights
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12 Double bedrooms
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17 Bathrooms (12 en suite)
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Historical villa dating back to the 1600’s
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Formal Italian gardens
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110 acres to explore
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Saltwater swimming pool
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Sauna and Turkish bath available during spa days
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Change of linens and daily maid service
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Onsite chef preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
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All gratuities included
Room Options
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All meals included, prepared by your private chef
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Arrival and departure transfers from Catania
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Special occasion opening and closing dinners
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Cooking Class with local chef hosted at the villa
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Full day private excursion to Ortigia (Syracuse) with guided walking tour and market visit
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Full day excursion to Mt Etna with 4-wheel drive experience
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Farmhouse winery lunch on Mt Etna
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Authentic ceramics course hosted at the villa
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Excursion to the UNESCO site of Pantalica a settlement of the 13th century BC bronze age
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Visit and lunch at a local olive oil and soap mill
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Use of spa at villa available on select days with an option to book a private massage
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Ample leisure time to relax by the pool and soak in the experience together
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All gratuities included
$9,490 AUD
per person (twin share)
Ormina VIP Experience
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Sit back and relax – every detail will be meticulously planned so you only need to show up
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Exclusive access – Our expertise in the region will ensure you have access to the most exclusive guides, experiences and locations
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Tailored – the final itinerary will be complete once we have the final guest list. We will cater to the party’s make-up and ensure everyone from the seasoned travelled to the first-time adventure are looked after. Please let us know your preferences so we can incorporate them.
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Once in a lifetime – Ormina Insiders is all about giving our VIP guests exclusive access to some of Europe’s most luxurious experiences. We love nothing more than sharing our love of travel with our guests and being able to celebrate life together.
“We loved the amazing cities we visited, the food and the relaxation at the villa! There were so many highlights. It was amazing!”
“We loved our experience, it had a magical ambiance. Great choice of wine, activities, pool time and massages, with a good group of guests. The cooking class food was the best!”
“It was so nice to enjoy Villa time with great company, and explore the Sicily scenery."