This holiday retreat is part of an abbey set in the beautiful hills surrounding Castelbuono, where each stone has a piece of history to recount. It is surrounded by green landscape and fertile countryside dominated by vineyards set against holly, oak, maple and ash and offering clear views of the sea. The medieval town of Castelbuono is only a 15-minute drive away, featuring a captivating castle and 16th century church. Cefalù with its fascinating Cathedral and 3 km of sandy beach is only 20 minutes away, and for those who want to spend a day sightseeing or shopping, Palermo is only an hour's drive away. The spacious guest rooms and suites are tastefully decorated, and each is named after a type of grape in reference to the company's own winemaking tradition. Guests will delight in the authentic Sicilian gourmet cuisine served in the restaurant "Corte dell'Abate" in a cheerful and elegant atmosphere. The reading room, bar, swimming pool, billiard room and gardens provide excellent spaces to relax and enjoy a delightful holiday in Sicily.