I Gelsomini Guest House

This is a charming place among olive trees, with comfortable beds, lovely furnishings, and rooms that are carefully designed and maintained. Our room even had one of the very few bathrooms with a window that we saw during our 8-day Sicily getaway. It was so quiet at night, we slept wonderfully. Gelsomini Guest House is also ideally placed: about a 15-minute drive from the Vendicari Nature Reserve beaches, Noto to the north, and Pachino and Marzamemi to the south. The welcome basket of goods from small local producers is a lovely touch, especially since breakfast isn’t included. There are excellent cafes and pastry shops just a few minutes away by car in Pachino. Highly recommended, we’ll be back!

The peace and quiet here are priceless if you're looking to step away from the bustle of daily life and reconnect with nature. My partner and I spent three completely relaxing days in this lovely guesthouse near the Vendicari nature reserve. From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us warmly and courteously and made us feel at home. I highly recommend I Gelsomini for an authentic, restorative stay in one of Sicily's most charming places.

The real appeal is the silence and calm, a lovely way to be in nature on vacation. The owners were welcoming and happy to share information. The property is new, comfortable, practical, and tastefully furnished, and the location works well, a few kilometres from beautiful beaches and about 15 minutes from Noto/Marzamemi and Pachino. Google Maps took me right to the exact spot. The road is unpaved, but easy enough for any kind of vehicle. I’d recommend it to anyone wanting peace and nature while staying a few kilometres from the beach or town.

Comfortable, spacious rooms in a natural setting, just outside the Vendicari Nature Reserve. A good place to get away from the bustle for a few days while staying close to the reserve's wonderful beaches.