L’antico Monastero

There is a place in Sicily where the landscape retains a primordial aura, the waters flow clear between basalt gorges and the vineyards and citrus groves spread their intoxicating scent in the air, while the volcano rises on the horizon like an ancient guardian: the extraordinary Alcantara Valley, from the Arabic "al-Quantarah", the bridge.
In this setting of unparalleled beauty, Christie's International Real Estate - Rome Exclusive returns to the spotlight with the listing of a new prestigious historic residence.
The Alcantara Valley is more than just a landscape of extraordinary natural beauty: in the summer months, its famous gorges transform into a unique and breathtaking stage, where Homer's "Odyssey" comes to life, staged by director Giovanni Anfuso. An event that combines myth, art, and nature, capable of enchanting and moving visitors from around the world.
Dating back to the second half of the 19th century, this historic residence was originally the summer residence of a female monastic order. Today, after careful restoration, it welcomes guests as a hotel, elegantly preserving the memory of the past through precious architectural elements.
The property extends over a surface area, including appurtenances, of approximately 3,500 m2 and comprises two adjacent buildings: the first, of ancient construction and expertly renovated, and the second, rebuilt on a pre-existing demolished building.
The gates open onto a long driveway lined with lush greenery, which leads to a large paved area for parking and the main entrance to the residence.
The façades, enlivened by delicate pink hues, give the building a sober, elegant, and timeless charm. In the old part, a dramatic external staircase, lined with colorful flowers, leads to the upper floor, which houses five spacious bedrooms with romantic four-poster beds, embellished with captivating barrel-vaulted ceilings and refined, finely carved sandstone arched windows.
All rooms, equipped with private bathrooms, have independent access from the large terraces that surround the structure, which offer a breathtaking view of the valley.
Downstairs is the welcoming bar, featuring a light wood counter and a convivial area with elegant tables and chairs. Above the entrance, a wall that still retains traces of the original plaster features a stone relief engraved with the date 1861, the home's reference era and a symbolic year in Italian history.
In the newest part of the residence, the lower floor houses the bright and spacious dining room with kitchen, bathroom, and reception area, while the upper floor features five elegant bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and a private balcony with a picturesque panoramic view.
The outdoor spaces offer numerous relaxation corners: lounges shaded by imposing centuries-old trees, a playground surrounded by greenery, and a panoramic terrace with a swimming pool and solarium ideal for relaxing.
Surrounded by over six thousand meters of land, this evocative residence, perfectly blended with the valley's pristine nature, represents a corner of paradise where you can find rest and relaxation. A place capable of recounting the past and welcoming the future of those who will live there.
The property is approximately 3 km from the Alcantara Gorges, 10 km from the sea, 20 km from Taormina and 60 km from Catania Fontanarossa Airport.


** This information, floor plans and renderings are merely indicative and do not constitute contractual elements.