Masseria degli Ulivi - Hotel with pool at Villa Vela/Noto

Recharging your batteries in a fantastically beautiful landscape

Spend feel-good holidays at elegant Masseria degli Ulivi in Villa Vela near Noto and get to know authentic Sicily.                                                                                                        

The origins of the country estate date back to the year 1840. The "cortile", the inner courtyard, where breakfast is served to the guests, used to be a shelter for the sheep.

The completely restored building lies embedded in the picturesque hilly landscape of south-eastern Sicily. Enjoy your holidays in a relaxed atmosphere and enveloped by the fragrance of olive, lemon and pomegranate trees.

Not only fantastic nature awaits you, but also breathtaking cultural diversity. Noto Antica, former Noto, which was completely destroyed by an earthquake in 1693, can be visited today and is only a few kilometers off.

10 km from Noto Antica, the new town of Noto was rebuilt in splendor under the reign of Sicilian noblemen and is today listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Of course, there are enough shops, restaurants and bars you can stop by.

If you want to spend some time at the beach, we recommend the sandy beaches of Calabernardo and Lido di Noto (18 km) or Cala Mosche in the nature reserve of Oasi Vendicari (21 km).

Comfortable guest rooms

The guest rooms are located in various buildings on the premises.

The standard double rooms with wood beamed ceilings, terracotta floors and wooden furniture which we have chosen for you are located either on the ground floor or on the 1st floor.

The rooms include SAT-TV, a modern bathroom (shower/WC/bidet, hair dryer), air conditioning, floor heating, small refrigerator and safe. They have got either an outdoor sitting area or a balcony, each of which is furnished with a table and two chairs.

WiFi access is available in the outdoor area.

Bookings of the somewhat larger, but similarly furnished Superior rooms and three-bed rooms are possible upon request.

Garden with pool and spa area

On hot days, take a refreshing plunge into the pool (open from April to October, changes due to weather conditions possible), which is large enough to swim a few laps, in case you need some physical exercise. Not only water bugs get their money’s worth on the spacious, 100,000 m² premises, but also those who enjoy playing tennis or bocce. The courts with floodlighting fixtures are located somewhat apart from the rooms and open until 20:00 h.

Go on a discovery tour of the surrounding area by bike. Bikes are provided free of charge (subject to availability).

Or simply relax and unwind in the outdoor spa area with jacuzzi pool, according to the motto "Sanus Per Aquam".

Excellent cuisine

During our tour of the premises, we were 'allowed' a glance into the kitchen. Chef Salvatore told us about his passion for regional products and produce. The extra virgin olive oil is home produced, vegetables are home grown in the organic garden of the Masseria, spices are also home-grown, for example. Jam and bread are "fatti in casa", i.e. home-made, too.

For breakfast (included) there is a rich buffet of sweet and hearty delicacies, which include brioche, cake, home-made bread, salami, ham and cheese as well as fresh fruit and home-made jam.

If you want to enjoy the excellent cuisine in the evening, to top off an eventful day, you can dine à la carte at the hotel restaurant.                      

Meals are served, weather permitting, on the terrace with a view of the gorgeous landscape, otherwise they are served in the tasteful indoor area.

Every evening, Salvatore surprises you with delicious 'creations' of fresh, home-grown and regional ingredients. Meat and cheese are purchased from local farmers, fish is bought from local fishermen and the seasonal, organic vegetables are home-grown.       

Salvatore’s desserts are typically local treats made of almonds, walnuts, pistachios, lemons, oranges or fresh ricotta with wild thyme.   

Sustainable management

Sustainable management is of great importance at the family-run Masseria. The necessary electricity is drawn solely from the estate’s own photovoltaic system.

Ingredients of the meals are either home-grown or home-produced or obtained from local producers and labeled "chilometro zero" ("zero kilometers").      

Furnishing

The Masseria offers, amongst others, WIFI, air conditioning, floor heating, SAT-TV, pool, spa area, tennis court, bocce court, bicycles (upon request).

Parking: Parking is available in the Masseria’s spacious parking lot.  

Surroundings

If you love culture, don't miss out on a visit to the Baroque town of Noto only 10 km off. Another gem of Baroque architecture is found about 19 km upcountry – UNESCO listed Palazzolo Acreide.

Beautiful sandy beaches (Lido di Noto, Calabernardo) are ca. 18 km off. If you decide to go to the sandy bay of Cala Mosche, you might consider taking a hike through nature reserve Oasi Vendicari (21 km).  

Information about the town of Noto