Monaci delle Terre Nere: Beauty and Elegance on Mt Etna

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Monaci delle Terre Nere, Zafferana Etnea – A Sicilian Escape Where Time Slows Down

For those who appreciate space, refinement, and authentic Sicilian experiences, Monaci delle Terre Nere is more than a stay—it’s an immersive journey through history, nature, and sustainable luxury.

Indulge in world-class wine, organic cuisine, and a setting that breathes tranquillity—all with the personalised service expected of a high-end, ultra-bespoke retreat. 🍷

Why You’ll Love It

A Sicilian Wine Retreat 🍷 Stay on a working organic estate producing biodynamic Etna wines, with private tastings and vineyard experiences.

Exclusive Suites & Villas 🏡 Spacious designer lodges and pool villas set across the estate, offering privacy, elegance, and stunning views.

Farm-to-Table Dining 🍽 Enjoy organic, locally sourced cuisine at Locanda Nerello, showcasing Sicily’s finest ingredients and estate-grown produce.

Breathtaking Mount Etna Location 🌄 Wake up to unparalleled views of the volcano, vineyards, and Ionian Sea, with nature at your doorstep.

A Nature Lover’s Dream 🌿 Hike through Cavagrande Nature Reserve, swim in natural pools, and discover Sicily’s unspoiled coastal beauty.

Slow Luxury & Wellness💆‍♀️ Experience yoga sessions, in-room spa treatments, and absolute tranquillity, immersed in the estate’s vast countryside.

Cocktails & Gourmet Pairings 🥂 The Convivium Bar offers signature mixology, pairing seasonal Sicilian flavours with innovative cocktails.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Philosophy 🌿 As one of Sicily’s most certified eco-bio hotels, the resort is committed to organic farming, renewable energy, and natural conservation.

Rooms:

27 rooms, including 15 suites and four villas

From

£ 1950 per person

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Travel planning

5 nights sharing a Deluxe room

Daily breakfast

Fully comprehensive car hire arranged at the airport

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🗺 Bespoke Luxury Itineraries – Handcrafted multi-centre trips, combining Monaci delle Terre Nere with Sicily’s top destinations.

🏛 Exclusive Cultural & Gastronomic Excursions – Private tours to Etna wineries, Michelin-starred restaurants, and UNESCO-listed towns.

💆‍♀️ Wellness & Active Experiences – Yoga retreats, trekking adventures, and immersive countryside escapes.

🛏️ Room Types at a Glance:

Armonico

Size: Approx. 30 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: Located in a beautifully restored rural building, light-filled and intimate, with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a metal fireplace. Features a suspended king-size bed and French doors opening to a private garden. Close to the pool area, offering a peaceful retreat.

Dolce

Size: Approx. 28 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: Housed in an 18th-century rural building, this room retains original lava stone walls, a sloping wooden ceiling, and a suspended king-size bed. Outdoor space offers panoramic views of vineyards and the Mediterranean, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.

Cristallino

Size: Approx. 30 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: A secluded hideaway set within a 1730 estate building, featuring a private garden with vineyard and sea views. The interiors boast high wooden ceilings, grey-washed walls, parquet flooring, and a lava-stone bathroom, blending contemporary comfort with historic charm.

Vellutato

Size:Approx. 55 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 1 extra guest)

Features: A hilltop retreat with breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the Mediterranean, featuring an open-plan living area, a four-poster bed, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The heated infinity pool and lava flow integrated into the structure create a truly unique experience.

Equilibrato

Size: Approx. 55 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: A standalone countryside villa with a vast private meadow, vineyard views, and a vaulted ceiling. Designed with Sicilian stone, antique wooden beams, and contemporary furnishings, the space blends elegance and rustic authenticity.

Sontuoso

Size: Approx. 50 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 1 extra guest)

Features: Housed in an 18th-century palmento (wine press building), this villa features original lava stone walls, a sloping wooden roof, and minimalistic designer furnishings. The private infinity pool, vineyard views, and artistic décor make this a luxurious yet authentic retreat.

Equilibrato

Size: Approx. 65 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: Set in two connected rural buildings, this villa offers absolute privacy, a large living room with a fireplace, and a garden with Mount Etna views. The swimming pool and carefully curated interiors ensure a blend of comfort and exclusivity.

Elegante

Size: Approx. 100 sq. m. Two king-size beds – sleeps 4

Features: Set on a secluded hilltop with incredible views of vineyards and the sea, this villa is designed with high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and hand-selected artworks. Features an infinity pool, double shower stall, and freestanding bathtub overlooking the landscape.

Fiore

Size: Approx. 80 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 3 extra guests)

Features: A signature suite, surrounded by lush gardens and fruit trees. Features an expansive open-plan design, a fireplace that connects the bedroom and living room, and a private pool for ultimate seclusion.

Nobile

Size: Approx. 77 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: A 19th-century rural cottage, transformed into an intimate sanctuary with a heated infinity pool, a bathroom built inside an ancient well, and art-filled interiors that showcase a blend of antique and modern design.

Farm-to-Table Dining & Wine Experiences

At Locanda Nerello, guests embark on a culinary journey through Sicily, where organic, estate-grown produce meets slow-food traditions.

The restaurant’s menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, from homemade pasta and locally sourced seafood to Slow Food-certified vegetables cultivated on-site.

🍷 Marabino Organic Wines – The estate produces native grape varietals (Nerello Mascalese & Carricante), overseen by renowned winemaker Federico Curtaz.

🍽 Breakfast in the Historic Winepress – Freshly baked breads, pastries, and organic eggs served in the Convivium, a restored 18th-century palmento.

🍸 Signature Cocktails – Crafted by expert mixologists, featuring citrus, herbs, and spices grown on the estate.
Private cooking classes, wine tastings, and bespoke dining experiences are available on request.

Hotel Amenities 🏨

Infinity Pool

Organic Vineyard & Winery

Wellness & Yoga

Convivium Bar

Cooking & Mixology Masterclasses

In-Room Amenities 🛏️

Handcrafted Interiors

Luxury Bathrooms

Private Wine Cellar

Bose Sound Systems & Espresso Machines

Sustainable Essentials

Local Attractions & Distances

📍 Mount Etna (20 min) – Hike or take a private jeep tour up Europe’s highest active volcano.

🏛 Taormina (40 min) – Explore Teatro Greco, Isola Bella, and chic boutiques.

🌿 Alcantara Gorges (30 min) – Wander through lava-formed canyons with crystal-clear waters.

🏝 Ionian Coast Beaches (30 min) – Discover Aci Trezza, Giardini Naxos, and hidden coves.

🏡 Catania (35 min) – A vibrant city with baroque piazzas, street markets, and seafood feasts.

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Monaci delle Terre Nere, Zafferana Etnea – A Sicilian Escape Where Time Slows Down

Why You’ll Love It

A Sicilian Wine Retreat 🍷 Stay on a working organic estate producing biodynamic Etna wines, with private tastings and vineyard experiences.

Exclusive Suites & Villas 🏡 Spacious designer lodges and pool villas set across the estate, offering privacy, elegance, and stunning views.

Farm-to-Table Dining 🍽 Enjoy organic, locally sourced cuisine at Locanda Nerello, showcasing Sicily’s finest ingredients and estate-grown produce.

Breathtaking Mount Etna Location 🌄 Wake up to unparalleled views of the volcano, vineyards, and Ionian Sea, with nature at your doorstep.

A Nature Lover’s Dream 🌿 Hike through Cavagrande Nature Reserve, swim in natural pools, and discover Sicily’s unspoiled coastal beauty.

Slow Luxury & Wellness💆‍♀️ Experience yoga sessions, in-room spa treatments, and absolute tranquillity, immersed in the estate’s vast countryside.

Cocktails & Gourmet Pairings 🥂 The Convivium Bar offers signature mixology, pairing seasonal Sicilian flavours with innovative cocktails.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Philosophy 🌿 As one of Sicily’s most certified eco-bio hotels, the resort is committed to organic farming, renewable energy, and natural conservation.

Rooms:

From

Including

We can help you with

🛏️ Room Types at a Glance:

Armonico

Size: Approx. 30 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: Located in a beautifully restored rural building, light-filled and intimate, with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a metal fireplace. Features a suspended king-size bed and French doors opening to a private garden. Close to the pool area, offering a peaceful retreat.

Dolce

Size: Approx. 28 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: Housed in an 18th-century rural building, this room retains original lava stone walls, a sloping wooden ceiling, and a suspended king-size bed. Outdoor space offers panoramic views of vineyards and the Mediterranean, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.

Cristallino

Size: Approx. 30 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2

Features: A secluded hideaway set within a 1730 estate building, featuring a private garden with vineyard and sea views. The interiors boast high wooden ceilings, grey-washed walls, parquet flooring, and a lava-stone bathroom, blending contemporary comfort with historic charm.

Vellutato

Size:Approx. 55 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 1 extra guest)

Features: A hilltop retreat with breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the Mediterranean, featuring an open-plan living area, a four-poster bed, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The heated infinity pool and lava flow integrated into the structure create a truly unique experience.

Equilibrato

Size: Approx. 55 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: A standalone countryside villa with a vast private meadow, vineyard views, and a vaulted ceiling. Designed with Sicilian stone, antique wooden beams, and contemporary furnishings, the space blends elegance and rustic authenticity.

Sontuoso

Size: Approx. 50 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 1 extra guest)

Features: Housed in an 18th-century palmento (wine press building), this villa features original lava stone walls, a sloping wooden roof, and minimalistic designer furnishings. The private infinity pool, vineyard views, and artistic décor make this a luxurious yet authentic retreat.

Equilibrato

Size: Approx. 65 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: Set in two connected rural buildings, this villa offers absolute privacy, a large living room with a fireplace, and a garden with Mount Etna views. The swimming pool and carefully curated interiors ensure a blend of comfort and exclusivity.

Elegante

Size: Approx. 100 sq. m. Two king-size beds – sleeps 4

Features: Set on a secluded hilltop with incredible views of vineyards and the sea, this villa is designed with high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and hand-selected artworks. Features an infinity pool, double shower stall, and freestanding bathtub overlooking the landscape.

Fiore

Size: Approx. 80 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 3 extra guests)

Features: A signature suite, surrounded by lush gardens and fruit trees. Features an expansive open-plan design, a fireplace that connects the bedroom and living room, and a private pool for ultimate seclusion.

Nobile

Size: Approx. 77 sq. m. King-size bed – sleeps 2 (sofa bed for 2 extra guests)

Features: A 19th-century rural cottage, transformed into an intimate sanctuary with a heated infinity pool, a bathroom built inside an ancient well, and art-filled interiors that showcase a blend of antique and modern design.

Farm-to-Table Dining & Wine Experiences

Hotel Amenities 🏨

Infinity Pool

Organic Vineyard & Winery

Wellness & Yoga

Convivium Bar

Cooking & Mixology Masterclasses

In-Room Amenities 🛏️

Handcrafted Interiors

Luxury Bathrooms

Private Wine Cellar

Bose Sound Systems & Espresso Machines

Sustainable Essentials

Local Attractions & Distances

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Walking with Giusi: A Journey Like No Other

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