Tenuta Santa Tecla

Country House

Very good 8.9 / 10

(28 reviews)

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Via Canonico Vincenzo Raciti, 11 - Santa Tecla, Acireale (CT) - Area: countryside

+39

Código de identificación nacional: IT087004B5K8BHK2EA

Código de identificación regional: 19087004B510550

Rooms and Rates

Disabled Access
Kitchenette
Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
Parking
Swimming Pool
Garden
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Charm
Heating
Ideale per trekking
Beauty Center - Spa
Vicino a piste ciclabili
Fattoria didattica
Fattoria con animali

Declared by the Innkeeper

Various information

Disabled Access
Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Parking
English speaker
French speaker

House features

Historic house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions
Smoke and fire alarms
Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy

Services of the house

Swimming Pool
Garden
Kitchenette
Terrace
Access for the disabled
Garage / parking

Facilities and services

Children games / babysitting
Laundry
Sauna / spa
Bicycle, boat, horses / sports equipment
Beaches
Pets allowed

Location and surroundings

Panoramic view
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 7
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 7

Size of rooms

Over 30 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bath tub
Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hydromassage
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Terrace / balcony
2 windows / panoramic view
Desk / table and chairs
Sofa / armchairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests

Holiday themes - the place

Country

Holiday themes - town size

Town - between 25.000 and 100.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Located in country side or nature reserves
Gardens and landscapes
Near ski facilities

Holiday themes - house features

Charm
Garden
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Guests in this venue liked:

spectacular view
swimming pool
charming property
abundant breakfast
the design of the property
near spa
very new
at the seaside
cheap

Very good

8.9 / 10

Property

Cleaning

Host

Location

Price/Quality

Breakfast

reviews

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Property

Cleaning

Host

Location

Price/Quality

Breakfast

Overall Rating

8.9

28 reviews

srinivas

The property manager/owner did not check with us on our stay, experience or if we needed anything. It was very basic overall, and not worth the price. Probably they weren't putting in the effort because it's not the season, or probably there's some other reason. In any case, I would not recommend this place. There are other places offering much better service at this price!

stayed from 05/01/2025 to 05/03/2025

joe

Tenuta Santa Tecla was an amazing experience and location. The estate itself is incredible as it overlooks the sea and all of the animals on the property make it a great spot for kids. The walking trails and flowers make the whole estate an amazing experience. The host is amazing and provides fantastic communication and helpful advice when you check in, not only about the property but about the general area with things to do. Overall the location is fantastic because it provides a great central spot to explore the whole east coast of Sicily. From there we were easily able to get to Taormina, Catania, Bronte, Etna, many great wineries, and Acireale. This is a truly wonderful property that appears to only be getting better with many additional renovations on the property that appear underway. The views are absolutely spectacular. Highly recommended location to stay with a family!

stayed from 04/22/2025 to 04/26/2025

irena

We had a very nice time at this farm. We were ten people and we stayed in the adjacent apartments. The pool is amazing and probably the best thing about this place. However, there are some issues that could be a real problem for others and we were lucky to not have it too bad. The apartments are joined at the top by a hole in the wall that is filled by a wardrobe. You can hear everything in the other apartment since there is no real wall there. Also we had limited cutlery. One good knife between two apartments and no chopping board. We had to ask for a chopping board and an additional kettle. Also we were five people in an apartment but there are four chairs. Not ideal. Lastly the beds are very very basic. That was ok for us, but might not be for others. I should also say that the wifi in the apartments is terrible! There is one router in one apartment, so the other one has hardly any signal and upstairs (where you sleep) there isn't any at all. So I wouldn't count on proper internet access. The main house is very nice but there is a train that runs right behind it. We were lucky we didn't stay near there. However, there is also an events center on the grounds right next to the apartments, so we had loud party music till 11 on many nights. Luckily our children didn't wake up from that. The breakfast is very basic and a bit stingy. You have to ask for many things like milk and extra food as they run out here and there. If you have a kitchen like in the apartments you do not need to waste money on breakfast. The pool is by far the best feature and is wonderful. The owners are quite nice, but although they accommodated our requests, they were not very happy about it, like when we asked for a kettle, they said we can boil in a pan. True, but why do the main houses get a kettle and one of the apartments and not the other one? Also, we were two groups. One group came early and was told the room would be ready at 3. We came after them and rang at the main gate. The first answer we got was "I told you the rooms are not ready". That is not the nicest way to greet someone, especially when it was clear that we can stay at the pool area till the rooms were ready. I should say that the cleaner was very nice and helpful and was the best staff member there. I have never been to any other place in Sicily, but I would not go here again. Maybe it is good compared to others in Sicily, but I was not impressed.

stayed from 08/16/2024 to 08/26/2024

andrew

The place is amazing, especially if you love nature. The gardens and grounds are beautiful and very well kept and clean. Our hosts Marxia and Kristina were so welcoming and saw to our every need. The pool is so relaxing and the on-site parking in the shade was ideal. A place I would love to return to!

stayed from 07/05/2024 to 07/09/2024

antoine

Place is beautiful, with a very nice panorama of trees and sea. The pool area was fantastic and it has a large garden with many trees, a children's playground, and a small farm with animals. The room was big enough for 2 adults and 2 children. Secure and free parking inside the villa. Breakfast was small but ok. We felt very welcomed and relaxed. We had no problems at all.

stayed from 08/29/2023 to 09/02/2023

The answer from the host:
Buongiorno e grazie per la sua gentile recensione, spero di rivedervi presto qui da noi. Mi spiace che abbia trovato "small" la colazione offerta che, al momento, consiste in: pane di nostra produzione, biscotti al burro, biscotti al cacao, fette biscottate, marmellate di nostra produzione, miele, Nutella, burro, 3 tipi di cereali, torte di nostra produzione, yogurt, croissants, frutta fresca, macedonia di frutta, vari tipi di succo di frutta, prosciutto, formaggio, bacon, uova strapazzate o cotte su richiesta, vari tipi di latte di mucca o vegetale, oltre ovviamente a tutte le bevande calde quindi caffè, cappuccino, cioccolata, thè, etc etc

samira

I truly enjoyed my short stay there. The only downside is that you have to go out to eat, otherwise the establishment is impeccable overall.

stayed from 06/17/2025 to 06/18/2025

eliane

Beautiful haven of peace with a stunning view, flowered and well-kept gardens. A generous buffet with local products, homemade bread, and real orange juice.

stayed from 05/09/2024 to 05/11/2024

nunzio

Very beautiful property set in greenery, an oasis of peace ideal for spending relaxing days. Fabulous pool with a panoramic sea view. The owner is very helpful, courteous and ready to assist with any request. On arrival she provides a long list of information about places to visit nearby and recommendations for lunches and dinners of various types. Breakfast is good. The only thing Tenuta Santa Tecla lacks is a restaurant, which they will probably open soon as mentioned by the owner, and it would really be a significant plus for such a property, so as to spare guests the need to find a place to eat at lunch and dinner. One suggestion I can give is to improve the cleanliness a little.

stayed from 08/20/2025 to 08/22/2025

vincenzo

The property is set in a beautiful park. Complete relaxation. Panoramic pool.

stayed from 08/19/2025 to 08/21/2025

pier luigi

We will be back soon! A truly welcoming place, lots of information for visiting the area, a swim in the pool while watching the moon over the sea, a breakfast that felt like a lunch, a green oasis of peace. The photos do not do it justice; it is much more beautiful than it looks!

stayed from 08/10/2025 to 08/12/2025

rosy

Beautiful structure. Externally well maintained. The garden and the pool are well kept. The owner is very kind. The only downside we found, having booked the spa suite, was the cleanliness. Absolutely poor for a structure of this kind that truly deserves it. This is constructive criticism and therefore our advice is to pay a lot of attention to cleanliness. For the rest, nothing to say, everything is impeccable!

stayed from 07/19/2025 to 07/20/2025

giovanni

Beautiful structure, immersed in greenery for those looking for peace and tranquility.

stayed from 07/04/2025 to 07/07/2025

valeria

Beautiful facility and very kind staff.

stayed from 06/27/2025 to 06/30/2025

marianne

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stayed from 06/18/2025 to 06/20/2025

benedetto

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stayed from 06/14/2025 to 06/15/2025

alessandro

Great location, stunning view, fabulous pool, very good breakfast with genuine and fresh products. Very nice room and the hosts' willingness to ensure a stay at maximum comfort. I will definitely return and I recommend it!

stayed from 06/01/2025 to 06/02/2025

simone

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stayed from 05/30/2025 to 05/31/2025

marjeta

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stayed from 05/04/2025 to 05/05/2025

andrea

Beautiful structure and location, friendly and professional staff. Recommended for everyone.

stayed from 02/15/2025 to 02/16/2025

palma

We return after a year pleasantly impressed by the professionalism of the managers, the beauty of the place, and the comfort. Highly recommended, we will return.

stayed from 02/14/2025 to 02/16/2025

fabio

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stayed from 10/26/2024 to 10/27/2024

roberto

Enchanting location, with a view of the sea, and immersed in greenery. Well-kept outdoor spaces. The room was not very clean, with particular neglect in the bathroom, which was not taken care of, and with accumulated dirt. The hot tub was unusable. We only stayed for two nights, and at breakfast we always found the same slices of cake. The sandwiches were not fresh, but most likely frozen and thawed at the moment. It is truly a pity because the place is really commendable, but the accommodation is not worth the price paid.

stayed from 10/11/2024 to 10/13/2024

andrea

Magnificent place with a splendid view of the sea. Spacious and clean rooms. Hosts who make you feel at home. We hope to return.

stayed from 08/18/2024 to 08/22/2024

giovanni

My family (my wife, our three kids, and our little dog) and I treated ourselves to a couple of days of relaxation in the heart of Sicily. The welcome at Tenuta Santa Tecla exceeded our expectations, so much so that we gave up our itinerary of visits and excursions here and there to take full advantage of the tranquility and atmosphere of the villa. We preferred to stay by the pool to admire the magnificent marine backdrop, read a book in the shade of one of the many trees that sweeten the landscape and air, and chat with Marzia, her husband, or some of the girls who took care of us as if we were family. The welcome, in the most authentic sense of the term, is certainly the pride and joy of Tenuta Santa Tecla, not to mention the beauty and tranquility of the place, the good food, and last but not least, the unexpected and interesting library that enriches the reception. Sure, we missed out on the trendy tourist sites, but we gained a couple of relaxing, fulfilling days in great company. Highly recommended, hoping to return as soon as possible.

stayed from 08/11/2024 to 08/13/2024

camillo

Very beautiful and welcoming structure located in a quiet area with enchanting scenery. A place that offers rest and tranquility. The lady is very kind, helpful, and hospitable. Excellent breakfast, abundant and with zero kilometer products. Excellent cakes and jams. A destination to try if you want to stay near Acireale.

stayed from 08/03/2024 to 08/07/2024

vito

Ideal place for those who feel the need to disconnect and indulge in some relaxation. The location is in my opinion ideal because it's close to Acireale yet at a 'safe' distance from the coming and going of cars and noise in general. The host is super kind. The cleanliness is meticulous. The breakfast deserves a special mention because the homemade jams and cakes make it over the top!! I hope to come back in the future.

stayed from 05/04/2024 to 05/05/2024

salvatore

High level!

stayed from 02/09/2024 to 02/11/2024

katerin

Together with my partner, we were looking for a place to unwind and relax, this property far exceeded our expectations. The staff is very professional and friendly, the owner is very kind and always available for any need. I highly recommend this location.

stayed from 05/27/2023 to 05/28/2023