Sicily

Rustic rooms on a working farm in Ragusa province, the land of Baroque and chocolate – come for family recipes and soul-stirring scenery

Simple agriturismo with views of sea and mountain. Feast on authentic Sicilian cuisine, drive to the beach in Cefalù in 20 minutes

Family house with large terrace overlooking garden, pool and long views of corn fields, vines, olive groves, mountain and sea…

Beautiful Noto is 4 miles from the Ionian Sea, and this creative renovation, with lush garden, stands above the throng. Heaven in Sicily

A magical Sicilian island with a cluster of 400-year-old lava rock houses. Charming staff, freshwater pool & generous breakfast buffets

A view-filled apartment in Ortigia, the heart of Siracusa. From the top terrace, immerse yourself in the blue of the Ionian Sea

Two-storey wing of an aristocratic palazzo next to Modica’s Sicilian Baroque cathedral, with sweeping city views and a concierge

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

Tranquil, traditional aparments with modern twists - charming owner, wine tastings, spa treatments, yoga – near a beautiful stretch of coast

Step back in time at this historically important Sicilian hotel... Mimma can tell you all its stories and the gardens are a dream

Rustic, quirky and layered with history, this is an exquisite slice of traditional Sicilian life, with welcoming and generous hosts

Tuck into homemade peach and plum jams at breakfast immersed in the farm’s vineyards. Then climb Mount Etna - or take the cable car

Funky candle lanterns for bedrooms, balcony and terrace at this eco-serene bolthole in Modica's historic heart. Beaches are 20 minutes away

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

Enjoy stunning views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Friendly, warm hosts greet you at this elegant hotel a short climb up from Taormina

Hilltop villa with spectacular sea views and a swimming pool; walk the nearby mountains or drive to Cefalù for beaches and restaurants

Deep amid the vine-clothed hills, a relaxed getaway with cookery courses. Exuberant and generous, Filippo is a true Sawday’s host

A light-filled farmhouse in a pretty spot with airy bedrooms and a handmade kitchen. Explore orchard and grounds, walk for miles