The house in the green valley
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Ideal for one or two couples or a small family, Tula is a tranquil retreat with a scenic 18m-long swimming pool overlooking a valley of olive groves and fruit orchards. And yet, in about 15 minutes you could be lying on the golden sandy beaches that flank the southeast coast of Sicily, strolling around the enchanting baroque centre of Noto, or dining in a seafront restaurant in a nearby fishing village. For many, the perfect combination of relaxation and inspiration.
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Keyholder highlights
- Clean contemporary lines
- 18m-long pool
- Gentle pastoral views
- Abundant terraces
Gallery
The unobtrusive contemporary lines of Tula rising above the pool.
The open-plan communal area with its wall of glass, views and terrace access.
Exploring Tula's wraparound terraces and gardens.
Choose your spot, lie back, and enjoy the views.
The shady sitting area by the pool.
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
- Daily maid service (1 hour/day, 6 days a week excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) and a mid-week clean in the bedrooms, bathrooms and living room; and linen change
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- 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
Tula is set above a fertile plain between the fascinating Baroque town of Noto and the beautiful natural reserve of Vendicari. Noto is the most easterly of a chain of baroque towns, including Modica, Ragusa, and Scicli. All were all rebuilt in flamboyant style following a major earthquake in 1693, and today they are protected as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Val di Noto.
Vendicari Nature Reserve, meanwhile, boasts some of the finest sandy beaches in Sicily, which are pleasingly under populated even in the height of summer. Vendicari is also home to thousands of migrating flamingos and other species of bird, not to mention the sea turtles that nest on its beaches. Just to the west of Vendicari are the remains and superb mosaics of Villa Romana del Tellaro, a 4th century Roman villa.
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, which, along with fascinating, historic Syracuse form another UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Catania airport:
90km-56miles-1hrPalermo airport:
320km-200miles-3hr20Trapani airport:
40km-250miles-4hr10Comiso airport:
78km-49miles-1hr25Nearest beaches at Vendicari Nature Reserve:
8km-5miles-10/15minsNearest supermarket:
10mins driveNoto (nearest shops, bars and restaurants):
10km-6miles-15minsSyracuse:
40km-20miles-40minsModica:
38km-23miles-50minsRagusa:
55km-34miles-1hr5Local 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.
Tula is a beautiful, relaxing Sicilian hideaway. Great layout, good size bedrooms, high standard, modern décor, and the flow between the kitchen, dining area and living space was excellent. Outside areas outstanding. Convenient location, rural but 5 minutes from major roads. Private. Aspect is great, sun from morning to evening. Well equipped.
AS October 2024
Tula is a beautiful villa. It was nice to meet the owner and the architect on the last night. Really helpful villa staff too - we loved the homemade lemon marmalade!
Anonymous September 2024
Tula is a stylish family villa close to Noto. What stood out were the views and the interiors. We would return because it's quiet and there are good places to visit and dine close by.
Anonymous August 2024
Tula is a great villa for a small family or two couples. It’s comfortable, stylish, and boasts beautiful grounds and a lovely pool. It was also quiet with great access to beaches and charming towns. A big thanks to the wonderful house manager. On top of this, we booked her twice to cook — both meals were fabulous! Big thanks to The Thinking Traveller for another perfect holiday!
LO July 2024
Tula is a beautiful villa in a great setting and a fantastic location. The view, that part of Sicily, and the extensive outdoor area of the villa itself was very nice. We would go again.
Anonymous June 2024
It was a great place to stay and enjoy, a comfortable and quiet atmosphere to work and relax - especially with the lovely pool.
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