San Giuliano joins thinkSicily?s exclusive villa portfolio
San Giuliano joins thinkSicily?s exclusive villa portfolio
San Giuliano, home to the Marquises Paternò Castello di San Giuliano for over 800 years, is one of the finest aristocratic villas in Sicily, and, as such, a welcome addition to thinkSicily’s exclusive villa range.
The house’s long, prestigious history is evident wherever you look, but modern comforts are never lacking, including a lovely pool, air-conditioning, wi-fi Internet and satellite TV.
The grounds are a delight to behold, with sweeping lawns, a wide variety of luscious trees and plants and an exotic hortus conclusus – an enclosed Andalucian-Arabic garden – complete with its original irrigation system. Gently whispering palm fronds, softly trickling water features and heady Mediterranean fragrances all make for a highly sensuous ambience.
The interiors, including nine double en-suite bedrooms, were a labour of love for the late Fiamma Ferragamo, wife of the Marquis and world famous designer. Everything oozes charm, class and style.
The extremely high level of service provided by the butler, cook and maids means that guests at San Giuliano live like kings. Indeed, it is no coincidence that Prince Charles is perhaps the best known of the countless family friends who have stayed at San Giuliano.
Situated just 30 minutes from historic Syracuse and within easy striking distance of Mount Etna, Taormina and the towns of the Val di Noto, San Giuliano is also perfectly positioned for discovering eastern and south-eastern Sicily
With both San Giuliano and Don Arcangelo all’Olmo (the “best villa” in Sicily according to Conde Nast Traveller) exclusive to The Thinking Traveller, those looking for something rather more than simple 5-star luxury in Sicily should have one port of call: thinksicily.com.
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