Monaci delle Terre Nere Hotel Review| Hotels Above Par
"Set on a 62-acre working farm on the slopes of Mount Etna in Zafferana Etnea, Sicily, this idyllic country retreat is defined by lavender- and citrus-scented gardens, vineyards and orchards that invite slow exploration. Twenty-four uniquely appointed rooms and villas—many with stone walls, exposed beams, wood-burning fireplaces, terraces and a few with infinity pools—favor rustic authenticity (no TVs), offer complimentary fresh fruit each morning and estate wine for purchase, and include family-friendly multi-room options. Gastronomy is locavore-led, with much produce grown on site and the rest sourced locally: casual poolside lunches and daytime spritzes, a cocktail-forward aperitivo bar serving toasted almonds and olives, a garden-forward dinner restaurant paired with estate-grown wines, a garden veg tempera and heartier plates for casual dining, private dinners held in an ancient cistern, and an impressive wine cellar. On-site amenities include an 18th-century central building with reception and boutique, a large pool, chicken coop and treehouse, lawn games, outdoor yoga and bamboo massages (a full spa is in development), making it an ideal place to disconnect and enjoy the quiet rural landscape; rooms start from about $765 a night."
