ospitalita — Siracusa · Sicilia
Among the orange groves of Contrada Spinagallo (a rural district near Siracusa), eight kilometres from Siracusa and just minutes from the beaches of Arenella, a restored Sicilian masseria (fortified farmhouse) keeps the rhythm of the countryside and the open horizon of the sea.
The sea of Siracusa can be glimpsed beyond the orange groves of Contrada Spinagallo: the property lies three kilometres from the beaches of Arenella and ten from the historic centre, in a position that holds together the quiet of the countryside and the closeness of one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean. A rare balance, and a deliberate one.
The old Sicilian masseria, restored and in operation since 1900, houses eleven rooms named after figures from Greek mythology: a quiet tribute to the ancient history of this territory. The furnishings echo the style of Sicilian houses from the late nineteenth century, with an attention to detail that turns every room into a story.
Morning begins with light filtering through the orange groves. The restaurant I sapori dell'Aranceto offers lunch and dinner by reservation, with cooking rooted in local tradition. In the afternoon the outdoor pool — with sun loungers and a poolside aperitivo with a sharing board — invites you to slow down.
A masseria that has welcomed guests for over a century: the page tells you everything about Aranceto and how to get there.
