Fontes Episcopi

“Nice hotel”

Very nice rural hotel, good location, the staff was very kind and friendly. The breakfast and dinner were very good with local food. Nice place to relax after visiting the Valley of Temples. Congratulations.

“A beautiful spot in Sicily.”

Everything about Fontes Episcopi was marvelous. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Sicily. The grounds are lovely with an abundance of flowers, plants and olive trees. The staff are wonderful, friendly, inviting and charming. I didn’t want to leave. The bungalow we stayed in w… lisää

Everything about Fontes Episcopi was marvelous. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Sicily. The grounds are lovely with an abundance of flowers, plants and olive trees. The staff are wonderful, friendly, inviting and charming. I didn’t want to leave. The bungalow we stayed in was spacious and beautifully decorated with muted colors. It was perfect. The food was especially delicious with cookies, cakes, etc. some of which my grandmother used to make. It was a marvelous experience.

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“Magical retreat”

This resort is the epitome of relaxation. Nestled in the hillside, it’s inviting and comforting. Staff was fantastic with nods to Flavia and Saira . The rustic charm with walks among olive trees and onsite kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Food is prepared by chef Madelena along with ass… lisää

This resort is the epitome of relaxation. Nestled in the hillside, it’s inviting and comforting. Staff was fantastic with nods to Flavia and Saira . The rustic charm with walks among olive trees and onsite kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Food is prepared by chef Madelena along with assistance from guests during cooking classes. The wine selection is excellent. There is a beautiful swimming pool and spa services. Our room was a junior suite that was very spacious opening to a private courtyard with lounge chairs and further opening to a view of the countryside. Very peaceful, even during a thunderstorm. The food was excellent. We made pizzas in our cooking classes that the other guests got to eat for dinner. The dining room allows you to interact with other guests while enjoying fresh made food and great local wines. This is a can’t miss resort. It is rustic so expect caterpillars and small harmless lizards frolicking about but it just adds to the charm. Highly recommend.

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“Vini, Vidi, Sono adorato”

I've been all over Europe and enjoyed many varied experiences, but my stay at the Fontes Episcopi was without a doubt the most memorable and enjoyable visit I have had in any of my accommodations. The moment the driver left us off, we were surrounded in a family-like atmosphere. The staff treated… lisää

I've been all over Europe and enjoyed many varied experiences, but my stay at the Fontes Episcopi was without a doubt the most memorable and enjoyable visit I have had in any of my accommodations. The moment the driver left us off, we were surrounded in a family-like atmosphere. The staff treated all of us like we were their grandchildren, catering to every need and anticipating our anything we could possibly desire. The grounds of the villa were spectacular. Groves of olive trees enveloping the property were being harvested for this year's supply of extra virgin olive oil. Artichoke plants which had lived past their bloom were left standing along the road as both educational as well as decorative. The pool and patio which was surrounded by bushes of rosemary and lavender were permeated the air with what could only be described as heavenly and sublime. For these reasons alone, I would plan a return...but wait, there's more. As our arrival to the villa was earlier than expected, around 1:20, the staff prepared an impromptu luncheon for us that would have tantalized the most finikey pallet. The fried cheese, followed by property olives, home made bread and oil, a plate of pasta with a pumpkin sauce (something I had never had before but loved) and a garden salad. My wife and I took a cooking class with Madelena preparing the dinner for all the guests of the villa. The wood fired oven was ideal for creating a crunchy yet airy bread, and "cuddiruna" a small Sicilian pizza with anchovies and local cheeses. The bread was next with fava bean soup, followed by a chicken dish baked in white wine and herbs. Nothing was left to chance for any circumstance. After racing around Sicily for 10 or so days, seeing every sight we could arrange to visit, a relaxing stay at the Fontes Episcopi is the ideal place to unwind for a few days before returning home.

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