For more than five centuries, this land has remained in our family’s care. Today, 130 hectares of citrus groves surround a garden of palms and tropical plants beneath Mount Etna.
A place shaped over generations, and reserved entirely for one family at a time.
With more than ten bedrooms spread across the historic house and its surrounding buildings, Aranjaya is designed for families and friends to come together while still having space of their own.
When you stay at Aranjaya, the house is yours alone. No shared spaces, no other guests. Just the freedom to settle in and make it your own.
Each suite in the villa has been carefully restored and furnished, enhancing the timeless beauty of its original stone walls. A perfect blend of ancient charm and modern comfort.
Days at Aranjaya unfold at your own pace, shaped by good food, time outdoors, and experiences designed entirely around you.
Swimming pool, Tennis (with possibility of private instructor), Finnish sauna, Massage (2 or 4 handed), Private Pilates Lessons, Sicilian Cooking Course with fresh organic vegetables from the garden, Pizza making in the stone oven.
The villa is set within a 130-hectare working citrus estate that has been in the family for over 500 years. Here, blood oranges, lemons, and mandarins flourish in soil naturally enriched each year by the volcanic ash of Mount Etna.
Villa Aranjaya is the fulfillment of a centuries-old promise: to protect the land and its extraordinary beauty.
Owned by the same family since the late 1400s, the estate is a timeless tapestry of history, with echoes reaching back 4,000 years to the ancient Sicani and Siculi civilizations. More than just a private retreat, it is a sanctuary where nature and heritage coexist in perfect harmony, a fact recognized by its status as a Wildlife Estates Natural and Cultural Heritage site since 2003.
To stay at Villa Aranjaya is not just to visit a destination, but to become part of a living story written in sunlight, silence, and the enduring soul of the land.
We accept only one booking at a time for the entire property. Whether you are traveling with family, hosting an intimate retreat, or celebrating with friends, one single host secures the villa exclusively for their group. No shared spaces, no other bookings—just your inner circle.
To preserve absolute privacy, Villa Aranjaya is dedicated to only one party per stay. One single reservation unlocks the entire property for up to a week, transforming the estate into a fully private sanctuary exclusively tailored to you and your guests.
