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La Mortilla è un luogo estremo, intriso di una surreale poeticità. Non è un posto dove puoi “stare semplicemente”, devi viverlo con tutta la consapevolezza di cui sei capace, tenendo all’erta i tuoi sensi. Un luogo dove stare all’erta senza sforzo.

E’ un luogo aspro, selvaggio, a volte spazzato dal vento, un luogo di pietre e di mare lontano, di profumi intensi e di visioni oniriche, di “suono del silenzio” e di sonno pesante. Un luogo di risvegli con le voci della casa che si ri-popola.

La Mortilla è anche un luogo sociale. Stare per conto proprio non ha senso. Ha senso la condivisione della quotidianità con i proprietari-ospiti, innanzi tutto, e con i personaggi che animano la grande casa: domestici, operai, altri pellegrini temporaneamente residenti. Una molteplicità di voci e di esperienza, di stimoli e di scoperte.

La Mortilla non si trova da sola, è un luogo nascosto nell’evidenza palese e va cercato perciò assiduamente e con precisione. E’ dunque una ricerca difficile, ma quando lo si trova la sorpresa e la soddisfazione ripagano del viaggio e della fatica (cit. G.Maria Bianchi - formatore, scrittore e, soprattutto, amico)

Dicono di noi

Christoph

lug 2018

This place is heaven on earth and the view is breathtaking! The house was super clean and equipped with everything we needed. Francesca & Lorenzo were super lovely and very helpful - just perfect hosts! Thanks for everything. I will be back soon.

Vlad

lug 2018

Amazing place to stay for two - astonishing view to the mountains from the terrace, unforgettable sunsets and moonrise, everything you need for barbecue, complete relax and union to the nature, beautiful garden with olive trees and flowers. House full of everything you might need during your stay - fully equipped kitchen, conditioning, TV and Internet, parking space for 2 cars. Complimentary from our hosts Lorenco & Francesca - fruit and vegetables from their garden + bottle of the local wine - was really nice and pleasant surprise. Nice swimming pool with amazing panoramic view to the mountains and the see. Clean and spacious place. Very supportive, friendly and always ready to help owners who gave us an insight into local best food & drinks, places to eat, markets, and even shared some receipts of real pasta cooking secrets. Really recommend for anyone who is tired of megapolis and want to spend a romantic and relaxing holiday.

Sabine

ago 2018

Location: The house is modern equipped, and offers everything you need for a relaxing holiday. You have a 360 degree view on the sea and hills of the south of Sicily. There is also a small house apart from the main house that gives you a little more privacy/space (very good for families). Very comfortable beds (and pillows!) bathroom in every room, WiFi, fan and air conditioning. The open space Livingroom/kitchen is a shared space that you can use at any time. If you like to cook on your own you will find anything that you will need from BBQ to Pizza oven! There is also a big terrace with a comfortable couch and day bed you can relax at any time. The pool is big enough to swim (ca 12mx6m) and is very well located, so you can enjoy the terrific sundowns at the pool! Also beds, seats, towels, and shadow is provided! The huge areal is planted with olive, almond and pistachio trees! The hosts: Lorenzo and Francesca were very kind! They love and live the style of hosting that they describe on their site. They treated us like family. when we needed to see a doctor , they found one that would see us (on the weekend!) and Lorenzo went with us to provide translation because we don’t speak Italian. (Their English is very good, apart from the rest of Sicilians ) When we didn‘t went out on a sightseeing tour (like valley of temples) and were at home, we were kindly invited for dinner with them, Lorenzo is a great cook and showed us some classic Italian dishes. It was very interesting to meet them, and other guests, eating together and sharing stories and experiences, and ending the nights around the campfire. They have a great sense of humor, were very lovely hosts, showed us very nice spots as (kind of) locals (beaches, dishes, town etc.) and made our Sicily trip an experience that we‘ll never forget! Thanks for everything !

Cedric

ago 2018

Nous étions une famille de 3 personnes logés dans la dépendance de la villa Mortilla. Dès notre arrivée, nous avons été extrêmement bien accueillis et avons découvert un cadre enchanteur proche de superbes plages (Torre Salsa), de sites uniques (Vallée des Temples). Un panier de bienvenue, un apéritif au bord de la somptueuse piscine avec Lorenzo et Francesca nous ont convaincus que ces vacances seraient parfaites grâce à nos hôtes. Beaucoup d’échanges, de partage, de rires lors des dîners où nous avons été souvent conviés même lorsqu’ils étaient avec leur amis. Jamais nous n’avons été aussi bien reçus en 8 ans d’airbnb au point que nous n’avions pas le sentiment d’être des clients mais tout simplement des amis. La richesse humaine est clairement la clé dans cet endroit. Comment oublier et ne pas citer l’adorable Dark. On en oublierait presque la perfection des lieux : maison très bien équipée (climatisation, wifi, lave vaisselle) car rien ne manque et tout est clairement conforme aux photos qui parlent d’elles mêmes ! Une expérience juste unique !

Giorgia

ago 2018

Un'oasi in un luogo inatteso. In cima a una collina circondata da ulivi e alberi di pistacchio, nella loro nuovissima masseria, ci hanno accolti Francesca e Lorenzo (in compagnia dell'insostituibile Better Dark, il loro dolcissimo Labrador) con un'ospitalità mai provata prima. Abbiamo utilizzato Mortilla come campo base per escursioni in zona come Torre Salsa o la Valle dei Templi, ma abbiamo anche goduto di straordinari aperitivi offerti da Lorenzo nell'infinity pool e di ricchissimi pranzi offerti dalla coppia agli ospiti nella veranda panoramica. Un avvertimento: quando vi dicono con tono discreto: "Se vi accontentate di quel che c'è potete cenare con noi", non aspettatevi una piatto pronto o una pasta sciapa, ma ricette da Cucina Italiana, perché Lorenzo è uno chef di tutto rispetto. Insomma, se ci andate per fare tappa durante un tour della Sicilia meglio non prenotare la tappa successiva perché rischiate di innamorarvi del posto, di loro, e forse pure dell'anonima Cattolica Eraclea.

Ilaria

ago 2018

Come i pellegrini di Chaucer dove ognuno racconta la propria storia, ma dove un buon pasto (e del buon vino) non viene negato a nessuno. Abbiamo passato due giorni di pace, contemplando il meraviglioso paesaggio, dondolando su un’amaca spensierata.

Alessandro

ago 2018

Casale incantevole fuori dalle trafficate coste, dove trovare silenzio colori e il calore di una famiglia ospitale Potrete godere inoltre della possibilità di pranzare e cenare con i gestori e gli altri ospiti, assaporando molte cose diverse Ideale se cercate un break e se amate vedere dei bellissimi paesaggi oltre che le stelle Difficile trovare qualcosa da migliorare

Eleonora

ago 2018

Un posto magico, ospiti deliziosi. Un sogno. Letteralmente.

Jahan

ago 2018

I genuinely don't know where to begin when describing this slice of heaven. First off: Lorenzo and Francesca weren't only the sweetest hosts, they were the most kind and welcoming people we have met in a long time. We stayed in the small house next to the main building. The views from it are breathtaking, whether you want to see the Milky Way, the moon rise, the sun set or enjoy the vastness of the open countryside next to a bonfire. The house is equipped with everything that you need to comfortably stay for weeks. My girlfriend and I really didn't want to leave. The village (cattolica eraclea) next to the house is a 7 minute drive away and is a true gem to discover. The house is fully equipped, there is a dishwasher, clothes washer, oven and an amazing kitchen, air condition, private parking, TV, wifi, even though we couldn't watch any tv with those views... This house really is a special place and we are very much looking forward to coming back again very soon.

Natascha & Simon

set 2018

Wunderschönes Haus mit fantastischem Blick über die karge Landschaft Siziliens. Der Pool im Garten des Haupthauses ist natürlich das Highlight und wir fühlten uns hier ein bischen, wie Superstars in den Hollywood Hills :-) Die Gastgeber Lorenzo und Francesca sind warmherzige tolle Menschen. Auch das Meer ist mit dem Auto nicht weit (30min) und der Starnd hier schön, wild und leer. Vielen Dank für alles. Wir wollen wiederkommen!

Bethan

set 2018

Thoughtful and considerate hosts who will ensure that you have a wonderful stay. The location is spectacular and facilities outstanding. An experience that was magical. Basking in the sunshine enjoying wonderful views, swimming in the infinity pool watching the spectacular sunset. Any stress or tension melted away. A magical place and fantastic hosts.

Piotr

ott 2018

It doesn’t feel like home IT IS HOME! Francesca and Lorenzo are wonderful hosts and you wish they were always around. We felt in love with this part of Sicily and definitely got new friends! Looking forward to our next trip to Italy and getting back together!

Dirk

mag 2019

We hat a wonderful time in Francescas and Lorenzos old house. The view is incredible! The house is well equipped with all the things you might need. You get fresh vegetables from the garden. Herbes and wild fennel are growing next to the terrace. This house is a unique place. But over all Francesca and Lorenzo are the nicest host you could imagine.

Joshua

giu 2019

There’s good news and bad news. The good news is that Lorenzo and Francesca’s place of stay is the most serene and special place I have ever stayed in. For me, if the weather’s nice there’s no place that can match it for what it offers. The hospitality is attentive, kind, jovial, and conscientious. The views are stunning, the pool is perfect- in its essence it is the perfect place to get away from any absurdity life brings. Now for the unfortunate news, the more people that find out how great it is, the higher the probability it will be fully booked with no spaces for any future escapes we all might desire. In any case, I’m looking forward to my next dip in this luxurious landscape.

Andrè

lug 2019

New, modern architecture & design which suits eyes and mind. Amazing infinity pool which blends with the ocean on the horizon. A view and a place which is worth the trip to Sicily alone. Thanks to the hosts Francesca & Lorenzo we had a wonderful relaxing stay and want to come back soon!

Johanna

ago 2019

Highly recommended, a magical place to stay for a relaxing vacation!

Aldo

ago 2019

Posto meraviglioso! Viste mozzafiato sul tramonto. Piscina fantastica. Hosts insuperabili.

Pierluigi

set 2019

La Mortilla è innanzitutto un’esperienza. Lasciatevi cullare ora dall’assoluta pace (che regna sovrana dentro e fuori la struttura) ora dalla bellezza del tramonto che si specchia nel mare della Riserva Naturale Foce del Fiume Platani. Il relax, però, non è esclusivamente affar vostro: Gli splendidi padroni di casa si assicureranno che il soggiorno sia il più gradevole possibile (in tal senso urge la menzione alla spiccata ospitalità e al buonissimo cibo) e, come nel nostro caso, daranno alla permanenza un quid pluris che non dimenticherete. Ogni aspetto della struttura (nuovissima ed estremamente curata) sarebbe degno di nota, ma sia consentito sottolineare come la piscina (e la relativa posizione) racchiuda molte delle caratteristiche che caratterizzano la struttura: bellissima, curata e suggestiva, specie nei bagni al tramonto. Insomma, La Mortilla è il gioiello della corona delle colline che circondano Cattolica Eraclea.

Pirmin

ott 2019

One word: WOW! The place is truly amazing. Words almost don't do it justice. You have to experience it for yourself. The house is super clean with very nice style and it has everything you need. The outside area is where you will spend your time though. The view is of the sort you will never get tired off and you just want to relax there, read a book, have a wine (or two) and just enjoy life. The main house with its epic pool is also such a lovely place that you don't want to leave. Try it for yourself, you will be amazed!

Roy

ott 2019

Our stay at La Mortilla was the best holiday we ever had so far, we even changed our travel plans to come back a second time! The property (and pool), surroundings, view and rooms are so beautiful that it is difficult to put in words, magical is probably the best way to describe it. Moreover, the kindness, warmth and care from the hosts towards the guests is phenomenal and will make you feel at home from the first moment after your arrival. We left with beautiful memories and we can’t wait to come back again. Thank you so much!

Vincent

giu 2020

This is the place, don't look any further. Would recommend this to anyone. Location is amazing, hospitality is the best, and sunset is beautiful. Also very safe in regard to Covid.

Claudia

ago 2020

The most incredible place you will ever go in your life.

Elisabetta

ago 2020

La Mortilla è un luogo magico. Immerso nel verde, offre una vista a 360° gradi sul paesaggio circostante. All’esterno è presente una stupenda piscina a sfioro di cui è possibile godere a qualsiasi ora del giorno, ma che dà il meglio di sé all’ora del tramonto. Sia la casa, sia la stanza in cui io e il mio fidanzato abbiamo alloggiato erano perfette: curate nel design, con dettagli di grande personalità, pulite e dotate di ogni comfort. L’ospitalità poi è impeccabile: vi faranno sentire subito a casa e vi forniranno preziosi consigli per muovervi nella zona. Avrete la possibilità di fermarvi con loro a cena, esperienza che vi consiglio di non perdere!

Myriam

ago 2020

Il est difficile de décrire par un simple commentaire l’expérience exceptionnelle que nous avons vécue au sein de l’incroyable maison. Nous vous recommandons d’y aller les yeux fermés pour plusieurs raisons : Tout d’abord, la maison est une ancienne ferme complètement rénovée avec beaucoup de goût, une vue imprenable de 360 degrés sur la région et sur la mer vous permet d’assister à des couchers de soleil à couper de souffle. Tout y est bien pensé : des chambres avec des lits très confortables et avec toutes les commodités, une immense piscine débordante parfaite pour se rafraichir de la chaleur du mois d’août, plusieurs endroits dans la maison permettent d’admirer le fameux coucher de soleil. Ensuite, et surtout, nous avons eu affaire à des hôtes exceptionnels, le cœur sur la main, ils nous ont permis de vivre une expérience unique. Nous avions l’impression d’être accueillis par des membres de la famille très attentionnés. Nous avons eu la chance de partager des repas délicieux préparés avec passion et amour par Lorenzo: des plats siciliens avec des produits locaux et un vin issu directement de la ferme, les desserts de Francesca sont également excellents. La Mortilla c’est finalement un endroit pour voyager différemment et où on découvre réellement la culture Italienne/Sicilienne et où on rencontre des personnes exceptionnelles