The country house in citrus groves
18 Guests
9 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
Sitting in a peaceful position in the Ragusan countryside, Il Baglio della Sorgente is a lovingly converted winery and stables offering space, light-filled interiors, charm and extensive grounds. The flexible accommodation and tempting 15m-long pool makes it an ideal property for large gatherings of friends and family.
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Keyholder highlights
- Splendid refurbishment
- Extensive grounds and 15m-long pool
- Tranquility and seclusion
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Ariel views of Il Baglio della Sorgente
Santa Croce Camerina, Sicily
Il Baglio della Sorgente
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The Area
Il Baglio della Sorgente sits in the southeast of Sicily, just a few kilometres inland from the long stretches of sandy beach that line the coast from Scoglitti down to Punta Secca and Marina di Ragusa (Montalbano country). Inland, just an easy drive away is Ragusa, one of several stunning baroque towns, including Modica, Scicli and Noto, that form the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val di Noto. A more off-the-beaten-track town worth visiting is Chiaramonte Gulfi, which sits in a superbly panoramic position in the hills to the northeast. One architectural curiosity in the area is the fantastical Castello di Donnafugata.
Slightly further afield, though still within easy day-trip distance, are the historic towns of Caltagirone, known for its ceramics and its baroque centre, and Syracuse, an ancient Greek town, once the mightiest city in Magna Graecia. The world famous UNESCO World Heritage of Villa Romana del Casale, in Piazza Armerina, is also an easy drive away.
Catania airport:
120km-70miles-1hr50Comiso airport:
24km-15miles-30minsPalermo airport:
270km-165miles-3h35Trapani airport:
242km-150miles-3hr55Nearest shops, bars and restaurants:
7km-4miles-15mins in Scoglitti or 8km-5miles-20mins in Santa Croce CamerinaNearest beaches:
7km-4miles-15mins in Scoglitti or in the Cava Randello nature reserveDonnafugata castle:
12km-7miles-20minsRagusa:
27km-17miles-35minsModica:
43km-27miles-45minsScicli:
35km-21miles-45minsNoto:
80km-50miles-1hr30Caltagirone:
55km-35miles-1hr10Villa Romana del Casale, Piazza Armerina:
75km-47miles-1hr15Syracuse:
115km-70miles-1hr45Local 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.
DiscoverWine 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.
DiscoverPrivate 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.
DiscoverCulinary 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.
DiscoverPrivate 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.
I don't want to advertise quite how good Baglio della Sorgente and its housekeeper are, just in case they get booked up! It's a great place with lovely people. Nothing was too much trouble. A big shout out to The Thinking Traveller team, too.
Anonymous September 2024
Baglio della Sorgente is a beautiful home and exactly as described. It was well-appointed with independent rooms and beautiful common spaces.
Anonymous August 2024
Il Baglio della Sorgente is a great villa with wonderful, friendly staff. What stood out for us was the interior design and cleanliness.
Anonymous June 2024
Il Baglio della Sorgente is a beautiful villa with great staff. We had a great week in beautiful surroundings.
Anonymous June 2024
Il Baglio della Sorgente was the best part of our week. The housekeeper was exceptionally helpful! Outstanding!
Mrs Lori Fisher, Canada September 2022
Il Baglio della Sorgente was gorgeous and sparkling clean! The housekeeper did her job lovingly and was such a pleasure.
Mrs Paula Sacco, United States of America September 2022