Giovanni

Cottage Sant Elia - Country Retreat

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(3 reviews)

Contrada San Corrado di Fuori, snc - Noto (SR) - Area: hills | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT089002C2L2G9TW9S

Regional identification codeCIR: 19089002C224894

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Category
Holiday House

Rooms
3

Breakfast
not included

Bathroom
Private

Guests in this venue liked

Swimming pool
Spectacular view
The design of the property
Charming property

Description

Situated among the gentle Sicilian hills, a short distance from the charming city of Noto, Cottage Sant Elia enchants its guests with an unforgettable stay experience. The villa is set in a lush Mediterranean garden, enriched with citrus trees, ancient olive trees, and colorful flowers, creating a serene and rejuvenating environment.

The heart of the house is the splendid private pool, surrounded by comfortable sun loungers and shaded areas where you can relax and enjoy the gentle pace of Sicilian life. The three double bedrooms offer comfort and privacy, while the two well-appointed bathrooms ensure maximum relaxation and convenience.

The fully equipped kitchen invites you to prepare delicious local specialties, to be enjoyed in the spacious dining room or outdoors, in the charming barbecue area. Despite the relaxed and secluded atmosphere of Cottage Sant Elia, you are only a short distance from the area's main attractions. The city of Noto, with its cobbled streets, majestic Baroque churches, and delightful cafes, is easily reachable within minutes by car. Additionally, the beautiful beaches and enchanting coastal towns of southeastern Sicily are all within easy reach, allowing you to explore this fascinating region with ease.

In summary, Cottage Sant Elia represents the perfect retreat for an unforgettable holiday in Sicily, where comfort, beauty, and tranquility harmoniously blend to create a unique and authentic experience. The villa is 44 km from the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and 45 km from the Temple of Apollo. The nearest airport is Comiso, 69 km from Cottage Sant Elia.

Accommodation and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Pets of any size by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; pet sleeps in a dedicated space, outside guestrooms.; pets may not sleep on beds; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times

Garden, pet bed, outdoor box, bowl available

Pets stay free of charge

Features

Bathroom: Private

Disabled Access
Kitchenette
Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Swimming Pool
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Fine Design
Charm
Heating
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths

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All Features

Various information

Disabled Access
Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
English speaker
French speaker

House features

Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions
Automatic fire extinguishers

Services of the house

Swimming Pool
Garden
Kitchenette
Access for the disabled
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Laundry

Pets of any size by prior agreement with the host

Garden, pet bed, outdoor box, bowl available

Pets stay free of charge

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports

Accommodations

Total number of accommodations: 3
Bathroom: Private

Size of rooms

Between 10 and 14 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Weekly

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Presents
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Country

Holiday themes - town size

Small town - between 5000 and 25000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Metropolitan area
Historic centre
Shopping area
Located in country side or nature reserves
Near sports facilities
Spa
Gardens and landscapes
Seaside
Near ski facilities

Holiday themes - house features

Fine design
Charm
Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

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Hey from Giovanni

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A 29-year-old graduate in Applied Geology and Geophysics, I work as a freelancer and currently hold a research fellowship at the University of Catania. Passionate about nature and adventure, I love spending my free time in the countryside and hiking. In addition to my professional work, I enthusiastically manage vacation rentals and B&Bs, combining my passion for hospitality with the beauty of the region where I live.

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Conditions

Check-in from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out before 10:30 AM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night

Area hills

Cottage Sant Elia is located within the Monti Iblei Nature Reserve, a mountain range in southeastern Sicily, spanning the provinces of Syracuse, Ragusa, and part of Catania. This area is known for its hilly landscape, characterized by deep canyons, gorges (locally known as "cave"), and limestone plateaus shaped over time by rivers. The natural beauty, rich in Mediterranean flora, blends with picturesque villages like Palazzolo Acreide, Ragusa Ibla, and Modica, renowned for their baroque architecture and declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Iblean culture is strongly tied to rural and religious traditions, with popular festivals dating back centuries. Among these, the Feast of St. Paul in Palazzolo Acreide is one of the most cherished: an event rich in folklore, with blessings of animals and evocative processions. Holy Week is also very important, with solemn processions that involve the community in an atmosphere of deep devotion. Iblean traditions are still alive in the costumes, celebrations, and local products, such as the DOP olive oil from the Monti Iblei, known for its intense and fruity flavor, and thyme honey, a symbol of the area’s beekeeping craftsmanship.

Airports

Comiso Airport 43 Km
Catania Airport - Fontanarossa 60 Km

Train Stations

Avola Train Station 5 Km

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Overall Rating 9.7 / 10
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What guests say

Travelers consistently praise Cottage Sant’Elia for its warm and helpful hosts, who offer excellent local tips. The property is spacious, well-kept, and set within a large, lush garden with beautiful views. Guests enjoy the outdoor areas, especially the pool and evening dinners under fairy lights. Some reviews mention the presence of bugs in the garden, but this did not detract from the overall highly positive experience. The cottage is seen as ideal for a relaxing getaway with friends or family.

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lucio mirko

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 10 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 10

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stayed from 07/15/2026 to 07/18/2026

livia

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

We spent a week at Cottage Sant’Elia with a group of friends and had the most amazing time. From start to finish, our hosts were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always available and full of great tips for the area. The house itself is phenomenal, and the property is absolutely huge. We enjoyed wonderful dinners in the backyard under the fairy lights while watching the sunset. Every day we relaxed by the pool, and we even ended up cancelling all our planned day trips so we could spend more time on the property. 1000/10 – we are beyond amazed and are already planning to come back next year. It was the perfect week, and words can’t capture how beautiful the house, the grounds, and the hosts truly are! Thank you.

stayed from 09/08/2025 to 09/13/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie a voi di aver scelto la nostra struttura!! Siamo davvero entusiasti che il soggiorno vi sia piaciuto. Grazie per le belle parole!! Non vediamo l'ora di ospitarvi di nuovo!! Giovanni Cottage Sant Elia - Country Retreat

steffen

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 10 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 9

The property was perfect made with all plants and garden. A real paradise. All flora means also a lot of flies and bugs. That was the only annoying thing, my kids got stung 3 times. House was a real paradise with a very nice host.

stayed from 07/12/2025 to 07/26/2025

The answer from the host:
Grazie a voi per averci scelto. È stato un vero piacere accogliervi. Purtroppo gli insetti fanno parte del contesto essendo una casa in mezzo alla natura. Non vediamo l'ora di accogliervi nuovamente!! Giovanni Cottage Sant Elia - Country Retreat