Of cool stone and airy space
12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
Casa Luza is an irresistible blend of traditional architectural features, contemporary design, quality local materials and impeccable craftsmanship. All the requirements of contemporary living are catered for and the ambience is at once welcoming and inspiring.
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Keyholder highlights
- 17m-long heatable pool
- Great kitchen and gym
- Refined, spacious interiors
- Sea views
Gallery
The refreshing waters of the pool.
The infinity pool looks out towards the sea on the horizon.
The luminous living area is the fulcrum of the house.
The al fresco dining area.
The gloriously sunny terrace.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- A daily cleaning service (5 hours/day excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) and a mid-week linen change
- Daily continental breakfast preparation (Sundays included)
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Ingredients for specified meals
- The cost of heating the pool, which is €680 per week, if requested, payable in advance
- Tourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night
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The Area
Casa Luza is set in rolling hills near the fascinating baroque town of Noto and the beautiful nature reserve of Vendicari.
Noto is arguably the most perfect of a string of sublime baroque towns (including Modica, Ragusa and Scicli) that constitute the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val di Noto. Rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693, they are masterpieces of flair, style and town planning.
Vendicari Nature Reserve, meanwhile, boasts some of the finest sandy beaches in Sicily and is also home to migrating flamingos, sea turtles and a host of other wildlife.
If hiking in the hills is your thing, then there is some spectacular scenery in the rushing streams and waterfalls of Cassibile and at the Paleolithic burial sites in the dramatic valley of , Pantalica.
Syracuse is just half an hour's drive away, and a day there is highly recommended to anybody spending a week or two at Casa Luza.
Catania airport:
80km-50miles-1hrPalermo airport:
315km-195miles-3hr15Comiso airport:
85km-53miles-1hr30Trapani airport:
396km-246miles-4hr25Nearest beaches:
at Vendicari Nature Reserve, Lido di Noto and Calabernado (approx. 15mins)Noto (baroque town centre, shops, bars, restaurants):
10minsSyracuse:
30km-20miles-35minsModica:
40km-27miles-50minsRagusa:
65km-40miles-1hr15Scicli:
53km-33miles-1hr5Local Experiences
Helicopter tours in East Sicily
A helicopter trip in Sicily over Etna and to the Aeolian Islands is a highly moving experience, enough to reduce grown men and women to tears! Book with us for a truly unforgettable addition to your Sicilian holiday.
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Wine tastings in Southeast Sicily
Nero D’Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Frappato, Syrah and Moscato Bianco are just a few of the grape varieties cultivated in the Noto area, and we heartily recommend a vineyard visit during your stay. We know the right people and the most prestigious wineries in the area, and we’d be delighted to arrange a chauffeured wine tasting tour with lunch for you.
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Private guided tours in Southeast Sicily
The southeastern tip of Sicily is home to mile after mile of largely unspoilt sandybeaches and an impressive list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Syracuse and the Rocky Necropolis of Pantalica, the towns ofthe Val di Noto, and Villa Romana del Casale.
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Culinary experiences in Southeast Sicily
The southeast of Sicily is famed for its superb tomatoes, cheeses, meat, olive oil, vegetables and seafood. Our culinary experiences in the area will enable you to transform these exquisite ingredients into some of southeast Sicily's most celebrated dishes.
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Private boat charters in Southeast Sicily
From here until the southeasternmost tip of Sicily, the coastline is an uninterrupted stretch of sandy beach, dotted with picturesque little resort towns, including Punta Secca (Inspector Montalbano's home), Marina di Ragusa, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Sampieri and Marina di Modica. The last strip, made up of several miles of dunes, is where the Allied forces landed in the 2nd World War. At the southernmost tip of Sicily is Isola Delle Correnti, offering an almost African scenario. Indeed, here we are considerably further south than Tunis.Just around the southeastern tip and heading north up the east coast, are the beaches of Marzamemi, San Lorenzo and Vendicari Nature Reserve. The reserve's salt water lagoons and varieties of flora offer the ideal habitat for a wide range of fauna, including nesting turtles and migrating flamingos.Continuing up the east coast, between Vendicari and the historic Greek town of Syracuse, are the popular sandy beaches of Marina di Noto, Calabernado, Marina di Avola, Gelsomineto, Fontane Bianche and Arenella.
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Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
Casa Luza was absolutely beautiful. The location was great for all of our activities and the villa staff amazing! I would absolutely return. All my guests loved the villa.
SS September 2024
Casa Luza is a lovely villa with special staff. We would return.
Anonymous October 2024
Casa Luza is a comfortable and relaxing home. Perfect for visiting other sites.
MA September 2024
What stood out about Casa Luza were the amenities, the beautiful style, the comfortable space, and the fabulous kitchen and pool! We had a trip to a beautiful place that was made possible and so much easier with assistance from The Thinking Traveller.
Anonymous September 2024
Casa Luza felt like home! It's the most wonderful villa we have ever stayed in on all of our travels! Your staff, from housekeepers to top staff were warm and welcoming. Our stay could not have been more perfect! Thanks for making dreams come true.
Jacque Allen September 2024
We had a very successful holiday at Casa Luza. All bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable and of great quality in the finish. It's in a great location, the pool was excellent, and the staff were brilliant.
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