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Villa Castiglione 1863

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A stone courtyard with a building in the background, an archway, and potted plants.
A courtyard with stone walls, a fountain, and potted plants.
A poolside area with wicker chairs and a stone wall in the background.
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, a large umbrella, and a view of a tree and coastline.
A staircase with stone steps and a metal railing, leading to an upper level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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RAgusa, Sicily
  • Place, Donnafugata Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, San Filippo Neri Church
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Ragusa Superiore
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ragusa

Located in Ragusa, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista and Basilica of Maria Santissima Annunziata are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vini Tenute Senia and Scoglitti Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Labirinto del Castello and Fiera Emaia. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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RAgusa, Sicily

What's nearby

  • Donnafugata Castle - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • San Filippo Neri Church - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Museo Archeologico Regionale Ibleo - 18 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Ragusa Superiore - 19 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista - 19 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Donnafugata Station - 12 min drive
  • Comiso (CIY-Vincenzo Magliocco) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciao Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafè Borghese - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Piuma Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪bora bora - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ammienzu A Strata - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Castiglione 1863 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Villa Castiglione 1863 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Castiglione 1863?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Castiglione 1863?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Castiglione 1863?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Castiglione 1863 located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Clinica del Mediterraneo, Cava Santa Domenica, and Santa Domenica Valley. Museum of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic property!

This was an amazing place to stay. A huge, beautiful house with a wonderful pool in a tranquil setting. The host, Antonio, was incredibly helpful. A faultless experience, highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

beautiful property with history and lovely views

What an amazing property! Antonio and his mother welcomed us with beautiful local cakes, cheeses, bread, and fruit, and gave us a wonderful tour of the house. It is a magical place to stay. Very close to groceries and other shopping, the kitchen is well supplied and everything works perfectly. There is lots of hot water, and the wifi is strong throughout the property. The estate is a marvel, and even though we didn't swim (we managed to be there during a stormy few days), the pool area is gorgeous. We highly recommend the Villa Castiglione!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and special villa

We spent two amazing weeks at the villa with our three children (14, 13, 10 years). The villa offers an exclusive and secluded base to explore the surrounding baroque towns (e.g. Ragusa Ibla, Modica) and stunning sandy beaches (e.g. Punta Secca, Sampieri, Marina di Ragusa) all within 35 minute radius. We also loved tonsimply laze at the beautiful pool. The children were delighted with the use of many pool toys and inflatables. The owners, Giovanni and his family, were very attentive and kind. The villa is clean, well maintained and fully equipped with all you could need to make you feel at home, The close shopping centre is very handy. The sun rises and sun sets are unforgettable; the old church remains and the big tree add to the retreat experience. The gentle breeze is very welcome in the summer heat. It can be windy at night as it is high on a mountain, so bring warm clothing! We highly recommend this villa for families and others who are seeking a luxurious and relaxing holiday in a private setting. Thank you Giovanni for a most memorable holiday
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amazingly beautiful villa. Just perfect!

Villa Castiglione is a trip back in time, and it's not a recreated piece of the past - it's genuine in every possible way, except of course, such things as the spotlessly clean pool, the bathrooms and the appliances (we even used the washing machine once). Everything else - the time-polished slabs of the front yard, the ancient stone wall fences, the stone planter boxes - looked and felt so authentic, as if it was taken from a museum. We spent only three days there, and were very sad to leave. The villa was so beautiful, we were reluctant to leave every morning, though there's a ton to see within a short drive. We just wanted to linger a little more, to take a few more pictures or make another video. Privacy: we were the only guests, and enjoyed the huge apartment on the second floor, with a separate door, kitchen and 2 bathrooms. It has 1 master bedroom plus 2 more very spacious bedrooms, a study room with beautiful antique furniture, a dining room with a pretty old china cabinet filled with figurines, and a kitchen equipped with everything one might need to cook a serious meal, including an electric citrus juicer, teapot, etc. The bedroom closet had over a dozen towels and extra sheets/blankets. The host: Antonio went overboard in his hospitality. His mother prepared a welcome snack that could count for a whole dinner. Antonio and his mother greeted us upon arrival and answered all our questions. Antonio gave us info on beaches, supermarkets, and towns to visit. He is a true patriot of beautiful Sicilia, and is very attached to the villa that has been in his family's possession for centuries. Location: the villa would be a perfect place for an unforgettable wedding or family gathering. It is located in a very secluded area just outside of Ragusa, yet it is easily and quickly accessible from the major highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prenez vos vacances dans un palazzo sicilien du 19emeCharme fou et piscine supra agréable Merci antonio
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Het enige dat er mis is met deze villa is dat we er niet konden blijven wonen. De villa heeft ontzettend veel karakter en is rustig gelegen. Zowel binnen als buiten heb je als gast alle ruimte om tot rust te komen. De kamers zijn ruim en sfeervol. Vanuit het zwembad kijk je uit op het kapelletje en op het huis en vanuit het huis kijk je uit op de karakteristieke binnenplaatsen en de indrukwekkende pijnboom. We hebben ons erg welkom gevoeld door de vriendelijke en vlotte communicatie met de eigenaar. We hebben ook erg genoten van de dieren rond het huis en van de vele zwaluwen die soms vlak over het zwembad scheerden. De villa is echt een schitterende plek. We zouden er zo terug gaan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The villa was so rich in history and yet had the modern amenities you look for including dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, aircinditioning, and a modern beautiful pool! The villa felt so remote yet town was just a short drive away with everything you need. We stayed as a family of 6, ages 11-76 and we all enjoyed our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschönes Anwesen grosser Pool, tolle Fruehstuecksterasse,
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Traumhafter Urlaub

Es war ein wunderbarer Urlaub in einer traumhaften Villa mit eigenem Pool und einem phantastischen Gastgeber. Antonio hatte stets gute Tipps zu Land und Leuten für uns und hat uns bei unserer Ankunft mit sizilianischen Leckereien verwöhnt. Die Villa und die Außenanlagen sind wunderschön, sehr sauber und der Poolbereich ist einfach traumhaft zum Entspannen. Man braucht Mietautos, um die Insel zu erkunden, wobei wir uns auf den Süden und Südosten beschränkt haben. Nach der Eingewöhnung in den italienischen Fahrstil haben alle Touren (Tal der Tempel, Noto, Syrakus, Taormina, Marina di Ragusa-toller Strand etc.) super geklappt und wir haben die sehr herzliche und hilfsbereite Art der Sizilianer sehr genossen. Ein großer Dank geht an Antonio und seine Familie, die dafür gesorgt haben, dass wir uns äußerst wohl gefühlt haben und sicherlich wiederkommen werden. Mille grazie.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Un soggiorno perfetto

Soggiorno che ha soddisfatto appieno le aspettative e le ha anche superate. Casa Siciliana stupenda, che rispetta la tradizione e la storia di Sicilia e ti mette in sintonia con questa stupenda terra. A questo si aggiunge un bel giardino ed una magnifica piscina. La casa offre tutti i servizi principali, compresa un ottima copertura Wi-Fi. Non c’e Aria condizionata, ma non è stato un problema anche se le temperature diurne erano tra i 36 e i 38 gradi. Per mare e visite culturali occorre essere auto muniti e disposti a fare un po’ di chilometri. La proprietà è molto gentile e presente per ogni necessità Soggiorno che consiglio caldamente a tutti, anche per il rapporto qualità prezzo
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10/10 Excellent

Great experience in this historic place

We had a great time in this beautiful house with all historic details. Perfect service and a nice swimming pool. Friendly owner and his family gave us a great stay, by arrival we had delicious food for the first day. Perfect location to visit the region. We highly recommend this place. Geja and Riemie
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

A really enjoyable stay in an impressive villa

Our group of six really enjoyed staying at Villa Castiglione in July. After we arrived, the host family welcomed us with freshly cut melon, smoked cheese, ricotta tarts and other pastries, which we really appreciated. The villa and grounds, including a beautiful pine tree, are truly impressive. The accommodation on offer is a large apartment taking up most of the upper floor of the villa. The interior has many features including original tiled floors and a handsome black stone fireplace. It’s clear that you’ve stepped into a family home with a rich history. The villa’s terrace is a lovely spot to have breakfast or to look at the night sky. An outdoor dining table would be a welcome addition to the terrace. The pool area is large enough for everyone to have their own space if they want it – there’s grass and the shade of trees, all surrounded by beautiful dry-stone walls, trees and shrubs. Beaches are within easy reach by car and we went kitesurfing whenever there was wind. There’s a shopping centre five minutes’ drive away plus there’s a fantastic farm shop very close and a family-run restaurant that serves fantastic pizza. The villa and grounds are exposed so it was not uncomfortably hot during our stay and the villa was generally cool inside. Sometimes it was nice to wear something warm in the evening. The host family is very pleasant and down-to-earth. There are two lovely dogs in the grounds, plus goats, hens, a cat and a peacock. Someone turned up daily to clean the pool and take care of the plants and animals, but otherwise we had the run of the place. We’ll definitely be returning.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Très beau et bon sejour

Très belle demeure restée authentique. Le charme d'antan opère toujours. Très belle vue alentour et jardin très spacieux.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Wonderful stay in a lovely apartment

We stayed four weeks in this villa and had a great time enjoying the house, garden, pool and amazing views. When we first arrived we were a bit disappointed since we had been told there were no other houses or people living there. In fact the part that is rented out as a villa is a big apartment on the second floor. Antonio, belonging to the family and very helping and sympathetic, is living downstairs. There is also two other apartments, one which is being rented out. So don't expect to be alone. The grounds are also shared with dogs, cats, goats, peacocks, hence, a turtle etc which was a much welcome surprise for our kids. Especially the 10 puppies! There are no AC or jazucci as was indicated in the add that now seam to be missing. The pool is however very big and is cleaned every day. It was very hot when we were there but we managed with fans. The house is a stonehouse and the ceilings are high so it didn't get too warm. The hosts are extremely hospitable and offered us a buffet of local products upon arrival, bought a cake for our baby's first birthday and sweets for our guests. They answer directly on any questions and Antonio not only offered us a free tour on Donnafugata castle but also took us on a walk showing us the grounds. We loved the apartment, almost like a castle and a big terrace we enjoyed since the garden is a short walk away. The kitchen could have been better done, almost no space to work on and a gas oven. But hey the property is from the 1830's! Also we had some space issues with all the small decorations everywhere, beautiful but not much space for our stuff and we were afraid of breaking anything. We had some friends visiting and it worked out fine. Just bear in mind that the bedrooms are connected so you have to go through every room to reach the last bedroom. There are only one bathroom and toilet but fortunately one by the pool as well. The area was nice although the white plantations is a ugly look while driving downhill. We especially liked Punta Secca and the Noto region. Ragusa Ibla and the other baroque cities are worth visiting. Too bad you can't take walks outside the house since there is only a big road with heavy intense traffic on it. The beaches are 25 minutes away. In all we had a great stay although we didn't expect it to be an apartment. We can highly recommend it but bear in mind that there might be a party by the pool in the night/early morning!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Usually we don’t reply to any reviews but in our various sites is the one that satisfies us less despite being 4 stars and many compliments from the writer. We want to say that we have solved some "problems" by creating another bathroom as you can see in the photos. So the villa is equipped with 2 bathrooms inside the house and 2 near the pool: but in the description we had written that there was a bathroom in the house and two others near the pool. The kitchen is described as "uncomfortable". Subjective judgment that isn’t reflected in any other review and is a criticism that we haven’t heard from any of our guests in these 3 years. On the contrary, they greatly appreciate ceramic tiles and antique wall units. We come to the fact that they didn’t find themselves alone when they arrived. Besides the lands, the villa includes thousands of walkable metrinquadrati, obviously if it were only for those who rent the prices they would be totally different and much higher. But we can assure you that the presence of Antonio is fundamental for any information, advice, as well as being discreet and kind and is located in a room that doesn’t border the house or even in the same entrance. Those who book and stay with us have an independent entrance. The villa is not rented to other families, you won’t find other people who rent the pool or the house and you’ll be alone in the areas described and in the photos uploaded on the site. About the "party": unfortunately it was a birthday celebration of a cousin in the pool, which is rare that happened once in 3 years. We had asked the guests beforehand if it was possible to grant this request with good pleasure on their part. So writing that you can find a party until the mornings is very humiliating and untrue because we don’t do other activities outside the casavacanza. Regarding the noise of the road: leaving home or apartment as they call it, there are many nature trails around the villa to do walking through the lands with the wonderful view that you can see from the panoramic photos; obviously leaving the villa you go on a road where we will find the cars (it seems strange?) but we are still in the open countryside. We thank the guests who mentioned our aperitif-welcome, the cake bought for their son's birthday, the free tour inside the Castle of Donnafugata and many other things that without the presence of Antonio and my mother would make the Villa a place anonymous as many who surrender their home to any real estate.
Archival

8/10 Good

Authentieke villa, gastvrije ontvangst

Wij hebben genoten van ons verblijf in Villa Sortino Trono. We hebben met drie volwassenen en twee jonge kinderen een week in de villa verbleven. De ontvangst door Antionio, Giovanni en hun moeder was erg hartelijk met Siciliaanse hapjes en wijn. Antonio vertelt graag over de geschiedenis van zijn familie, de villa en de omgeving. Het is jammer dat je niet zonder begeleiding van het park gebruik kunt maken. Het uitzicht over de wijde omgeving vanaf de bergrug is spectaculair. Er is echter genoeg plek om je vrij te kunnen bewegen, vooral rondom het mooie zwembad. De inrichting van de villa is met veel authentieke details en geschiedenis van de familie. Wel oppassen met kinderen die graag willen rennen dus. De drie slaapkamers liggen in elkaars verlengde; om in de achterste slaapkamer te komen moet je door de andere twee lopen. Let op dat in de beschrijving twee badkamers worden genoemd. Hiervan is er maar een in de villa zelf, de andere is bij het zwembad. Ook noemt de beschrijving een vaatwasser, deze is er niet. Wij bevelen de villa en de familie Sortino Trono van harte aan, en zouden graag nog een keer terugkomen.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

très bon séjour

Antonio nous a réservé un très bon accueil et a été aux petits soins avec nous pendant notre séjour d une semaine avec 2 enfants. La maison est très jolie et ne manque de rien. Nous avons même pu profiter de la piscine a la fin du mois d octobre! La situation est idéale a côté de nombreux sites d intérêt touristiques.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful villa, a step back in time

Beautiful peaceful villa, warm hospitality, elegantly restored on the outside whilst retaining traditional character inside. Great pool, good location for visiting most of south east Sicily. One of the owners lives on the ground floor, but unless you seek him out you wouldn't know, your privacy is respected. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for the words. Giovanni
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Très belle propriété, grand domaine, calme, très bien située, accueil chaleureux

Séjourner une semaine au sein de la villa Sortino a été un ravissement. Après un accueil très chaleureux et la découverte de produits gastronomiques locaux organisée par Antonio et sa maman, nous avons apprécié chaque jour au sein de cet ancien palais aux décors d'époque et proposant une grande piscine très agréable. La villa est très grande, salon, bureau, salle à manger, plusieurs chambres et une belle terrasse. Facile d'accès, Villa Sortino est également extrèmement bien située, à proximité de Ragusa ainsi que des centres commerciaux, et permet de profiter pleinement des visites culturelles entre villes perchées et la mer: Donnafugata, Modica, Chiaramonte Gulfi et les belles plages de Sampieri. Nous avons aimé les restaurants Majore et Mystic Pizza. Si vous découvrez la Sicile, nous vous recommandons vivement de séjourner à Villa Sortino et Antonio qui est empathique et connaît parfaitement sa région vous guidera dans vos choix de visites avec plaisir.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sun Kissed Villa in Sicily

As a family of four we spent a fantastic two weeks at Villa Sortino Trono. This charming old farmhouse stands in its own enormous grounds surrounded by countryside, and yet the supermarket and shops of Ragusa are five minutes’ drive away. The walled garden which houses the pool was perfect for taking it easy, with lots of sunbeds and seating and shady trees. If you wanted the beach, Punta Secca or Punta Scoglitti are both 25 minutes away with nice golden sand and there are plenty of beautiful baroque towns and villages to explore along the way. A big thank you to Giovanni and his family who looked after us, supplied us with home grown figs, lemons and lemon tea and even bought me a locally made cake for my birthday! I would certainly recommend the villa for families and we would happily return ourselves another year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

favoloso

Bellissima antica dimora in mezzo alla splendida campagna Iblea, ottima base per visitare la zona del barocco siciliano, calda e generosa accoglienza dei propietari con tanto di degustazione specialità culinarie locali. Vivamente consigliato.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Incanto

Incantevole dimora storica immersa nella campagna dell'altopiano ibleo, a pochi minuti di auto da Ragusa, Comiso e Donnafugata. Ideale per chi cerca un posto autentico e nel contempo raffinato. Abbiamo soprattutto amato la vista dal terrazzo con il grande pino, la luce, il cortile in pietra, l'erba del giardino e le tante piante grasse, i pavimenti antichi, la piscina, le notti stellate e ... le nuvole basse sull'altopiano. Gentilissimi i proprietari e sempre attenti. Abbiamo trascorso nella villa ben 5 settimane e l'abbiamo lasciata con grande malinconia. Enjoy it!
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