Noto, Italy
IUTA Farm
Sicilian organic farmstead
Sicilian organic farmstead
The organic estate runs like a communal country home, centered on orchard walks, saltwater swims, and evenings beside an open firepit.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored masseria rooms and canvas lodges feature raw terracotta and weathered timber.
Notable
Seasonal vegetarian cooking uses produce harvested directly from the estate kitchen garden.
Listed
Private orchard sound baths and tailored cocktail service unfold among ancient olive groves.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The old masseria houses four suites with private plunge pools, arched windows, and high ceilings.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Val di Noto countryside, surrounded by thirteen hectares of organic olive groves.
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The rooms
Suites in the restored masseria feature high ceilings and heated veranda pools, while safari-style canvas lodges stand secluded among olive trees.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A communal saltwater pool sits in an aromatic garden, bordered by sun loungers and parasols among olive trees.
Restaurant
Communal open-air lounge and dining lodge
The open-sided limestone lodge serves strictly vegetarian dishes, from morning sourdough and local ricotta to lunches under the citrus trees.
How it began
Childhood friends Elena Cicciù and Giulio Costa returned to their fathers' Sicilian land in 2017, reviving an abandoned stone masseria.
Noto
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.