The hanging gardens of Syracuse
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Perfect terracing, manicured lawns, bountiful bougainvillea, proud palm trees, a panoramic Jacuzzi and an irresistible pool welcome you to Villa San Tommaso. Quality and attention to detail are evident wherever you look, both inside and out, and the uninterrupted views over the valley of the Anapo River winding its way to Syracuse are enchanting.
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Keyholder highlights
- Grand, elegant and charming interiors
- Glorious terraced gardens and calming views
- Beautiful pool and Jacuzzi
- Eco-friendly attributes
Gallery
The fabulous pool area.
The pool and views of the surrounding countryside.
The old oil and wine press.
The stunning pool, hanging gardens and villa...
Dining on the upper terrace, accessed via the lounge.
Syracuse, Sicily
Villa San Tommaso
Available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller
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The Area
Following the defeat of the Athenians in 413 BC Syracuse was arguably the most important city in the Mediterranean (and hence perhaps the world). Remains of that period are beautifully preserved in Ortygia, at Neapolis and in the fabulous archaeological museum, all of which are within just a few minutes drive of Villa San Tommaso. Syracuse is not just an Ancient Greek museum however. The old baroque island city of Ortygia offers a marvellous choice of restaurants, bars and shops in beautiful piazzas and on the sea front. Also within easy distance of Villa San Tommaso are white sand beaches, towns such as Noto, Modica and Ragusa, Mount Etna, and much more.
Catania airport:
47km-29miles-40minsPalermo airport:
280km-175miles-2hr50Trapani airport:
366km-230miles-4hr45Nearest shops and restaurants at Belvedere:
5minsCentral Syracuse:
12km-8miles-12minsBeaches at Fontane Bianche:
25km-15miles-20minsNoto:
38km-23miles-30minsModica:
75km-47miles-1hrVendicari Nature Reserve:
45km-28miles-30minsLocal 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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Private Guided tours in East Sicily
Sicily is, quite simply, one of the world’s most fascinating places, with a uniquely rich history, geography and cultural heritage. The Eastern side of the island has a seemingly endless variety of treasures to discover, from the architectural gems and culinary delights of the main towns, to UNESCO Heritage sites, to the geological phenomena and breath-taking landscapes of Mount Etna.Our private guides are tried and tested experts in their field, with many holding PhDs in their particular specialism. Book a tour or two with them and you'll come away with fascinating insights into your destination's towns, archaeological sites, food, wine, landscapes and geology.
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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.
Villa San Tommaso is a stunning home with stunning grounds. The house manager was incredible. We would return because it felt like home. We loved it all. Thank you so much for making our stay so easy and so wonderful for our family.
Jackie Fish October 2024
Villa San Tommaso is a spectacular villa with wonderful grounds and swimming pool. Another thing that stood out was the unobtrusive help of the house manager.
LB September 2024
We loved everything about Villa San Tommaso. It's a a very special villa, a beautiful, authentic and beautifully furnished house that feels like a home. Every terrace of the garden was lovingly tended, its plants and lawns carefully thought out over many years, elegant steps leading down to the most glorious swimming pool, the best I have ever swum in. We barely left the villa - it had everything we needed, and we spent hours gazing out at the exquisite far-reaching views. The wonderful housekeeper wove in and out of our week with consummate professionalism and good cheer!
Annie M-J July 2024
The gardens, the view and the pool area at Villa San Tommaso were dreamy…a true Sicilian oasis that felt like home! It was comfortable, clean, and warm. In addition, we loved the area, being not too far to visit many beautiful towns in East Sicily. The daily breakfast and daily cleaning provided by the house manager was wonderful and the chef was amazing! Overall, a most wonderful and memorable experience!! We will cherish the memories made at Villa San Tommaso forever!
Anonymous July 2024
We would return to Villa San Tommaso for the quality of the villa and the housekeeping service.
Anonymous July 2024
Our overall experience with The Thinking Traveller and Villa San Tommaso was exceptional. The villa itself was impeccable. It had all the amenities we wanted and was very clean and well furnished. The grounds were gorgeous and the pool area was wonderful. The location was convenient to many things and the House Manager was incredible - he anticipated all of our needs! Thank you for an overall unforgettable experience!
TH June 2024
