Arbolì

A T-shaped pool, a shady palm tree, burnt orange walls and terracotta roofs: welcome to Arbolì.The pool is perfectly aligned with the cone of Mount Etna rising on the horizon.Arbolì's shady al fresco dining area seen from the kitchen. A well-furnished al fresco sitting area on the main terrace.Timeless elegance.The luminous, open-plan living and dining area sits at the heart of Arbolì.The impressive (decorative) fireplace in the living area is flanked by sink-in sofas.All ready for lunch.The well-equipped, sun-yellow country kitchen.The kitchen's breakfast table and French doors opening out onto the shady al fresco dining area.Breakfast at Arbolì is prepared by the staff.A corridor from the living and dining area leads to the west wing and the main sleeping quarters.The principal bedroom, a restful double with access to the main terrace. (Bedroom 1)The principal bedroom's en-suite bathroom.The shower in the principal bedroom's en-suite bathroom.The second bedroom in the west wing, another double. (Bedroom 2)Its en-suite shower room, featuring bespoke tiles.The third double bedroom in the west wing. (Bedroom 3)Its en-suite shower room.Approaching the twin bedroom in the east wing, near the kitchen.The twin bedroom. (Bedroom 4)The same bedroom seen from another angle.The shower room near the twin bedroom.Back out on the main terrace.An in-villa cook is available on request at Arbolì. Why not make use of her services?Tranquillity by the pool.The mature palm tree at the centre of the terrace offers shade throughout the day.The wonderful T-shaped pool with its water features.One of many old olive trees that dot the grounds.An area of lawn to one side of the house offers plenty of space for fun and games.Approaching Arbolì.The lovely sandy beach of Fontane Bianche.A view of the beautiful bay of Siracusa.The incredible Piazza Duomo on Ortigia, Syracuse's island heart. The beautiful facade of Catania's cathedral.The beach of Pineta del Gelsomineto just south of Syracuse.The beautiful baroque centre of Noto.