The house above the gorge
12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Occupying a commanding position some 100m above the dramatic gorge of the meandering River Irminio, Corti dell’Eremia is an ingeniously conceived, fabulously finished contemporary take on a traditional Sicilian baglio, where a secluded walled courtyard gives way to far-reaching panoramas, country living meets understated elegance, and sophisticated aesthetics embrace the simpler pleasures in life.
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Keyholder highlights
- Inspiring panoramas
- Fabulous design
- 18m-long pool
- Space, seclusion and privacy
- Extensive, 75-acre grounds
Gallery
The large panoramic terrace accessed from the kitchen-diner.
The beguiling pool area at Corti dell'Eremia with its views of the Irminio gorge.
Breathtakingly beautiful views over Corti dell'Eremia and out to sea.
Heading down to the pool below the house.
Paths weave through the fragrant gardens, linking the various areas.
Marina di Ragusa, Sicily
Corti dell’Eremia
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The Area
Corti dell'Eremia sits above the dramatic gorge of the Irminio river, which joins the sea some 5km to the south. The property is ideally located for those who love both lazing by the sea and exploring fascinating, historic towns.
The sandy beach and seaside town of Marina di Ragusa is just a 15-minute drive away and there are many other options along the coast (including at Plaja Grande, Donnalucata, Cava d'Aliga, Punta Secca and Sampieri) that are between a 15- and a 25-minute drive away. The beaches in the area of Marina di Ragusa have received several consecutive Blue Flags, attesting to the cleanliness of the water and their general ecological excellence.
In terms of beautiful towns oozing history, Corti dell'Eremia could hardly be better placed: the UNESCO-protected Baroque pearls of Scicli, Modica, Ragusa and Noto. Syracuse is also within easy driving distance as are the quiet beaches of the Nature Reserve at Vendicari.
Finally, for fans of Montalbano, a visit to Punta Secca, home to the Inspector's house, is a must.
Catania airport:
115km-72miles-1hr35Comiso airport:
42km-26miles-40minsPalermo airport:
280km-175miles-3hr50Trapani airport:
284km-176miles-4hr35Marina di Ragusa (nearest shops, restaurants and other amenities):
9.5km-4.8miles-15minsNearest beaches:
Marina di Ragusa (see above); Plaja Grande - 7.5km-4.8miles-15mins; Donnalucata - 11.5km-7.2miles-15minsScicli:
14.5km-9miles-20minsRagusa:
23.5km-14.5miles-30minsModica:
24km-15miles-35minsNoto:
66km-41miles-1hr5Syracuse:
97km-60miles-1hr30Local Experiences
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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.
DiscoverFrom the Guest Book
Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
Corti dell'Eremia was wonderful - the architecture, the interiors, the view and the setting. We loved the house and would like to return some time.
Anonymous October 2024
We were delighted with Corti dell'Eremia - lots of positive vibrations. The spirit of the villa matches my aesthetic. You feel like you're at home there.
Anonymous April 2024
