Scicli, ItalySampieri
RoccaSeta Dimore Siciliane
Restored hillside masseria
Restored hillside masseria
The farmstead runs like an intimate country home, where quiet afternoons by the saltwater pool lead to sunset aperitivi above the coast.
What it’s good at
Notable
Honey-colored limestone walls meet cane and timber ceilings across the restored estate.
Listed
A restored agricultural compound built from centuries-old local limestone and traditional mortar.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Set in the hills outside Scicli, a short drive from Sampieri’s beaches, RoccaSeta is a restored convent surrounded by olive groves and carob trees.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The beaches of Sampieri sit two kilometres down the hillside, and the baroque town of Scicli is a short drive inland.
The rooms
Every bedroom opens onto a private patio, garden, or terrace, accented with hand-painted ceramic tiles and cane ceilings.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The saltwater pool looks out across olive groves toward the sea, edged by sun loungers and dry-stone walls.
At the table
A long wooden table sits beside the fireplace for homestyle Sicilian dinners, with French doors opening onto the terrace.
How it began
Cinzia and Dario Pautasso moved from Northern Italy to rebuild the ruined farmstead using original honey-colored limestone.
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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.