The ancient family of Planeta, whose prestigious wines are renowned both in Italy and abroad, have opened the doors of their guesthouse to visitors who would like to discover the world of Bacchus, devote themselves to cookery lessons, or simply enjoy the archaeological and natural beauties of the surrounding countryside. This elegant wine estate extends over 35 hectares and lies on a vine- covered hillside, from where panoramic views stretch as far as the sea and Menfi itself which, in 2014, received its sixteenth blue flag from the Foundation for Environmental Education and whose sandy beaches stretch for nearly 10km.
The scent of the herbs surrounding the wine resort enrich the dishes created in the kitchen, a real treasure house of flavours from a territory of excellent wine.
Accommodation:
- 14 air-conditioned rooms including dependance rooms, rooms with a view and junior suites
Experiences:
- Wine tasting and intimate meals in the substantial wine cellar
- Cooking classes, led by Chef Angelo Pumilia, are available (minimum two people, payable locally) using recipes from ‘Sicilia, the cooking of Casa Planeta’ cookbook
- Visits to the Planeta family cellars and oil mills with tastings and lunch (payable locally)
- Mountain bikes (no charge). 500m from a paved bike path (5km long) following the route of an old railway line which connects Menfi to Porto Palo across the rolling hills and vineyards
- The Secret Nature Trails: three trekking routes (of varying length) amongst the nature and vineyards that surround the lake
- Active participation in the grape and olive harvests (payable locally)
Amenities/Leisure:
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant with à la carte menu served in the Garden Room overlooking the vineyard or in the dining room at one large table to encourage interesting conversation. The cuisine is traditional Sicilian based on old family recipes. Dinners can be accompanied with wine tasting (extra charge)
- Bar
- TV lounge with game tables (cards/checkers/chess) and complimentary use of a computer with an internet connection
- Lounge areas
- Outdoor swimming pool (14 x 7m) and a sun terrace with deck chairs and parasols during the summer (April-October)
- Small fitness area with exercise bikes, treadmills and Turkish bath (no charge)
- La Foresteria Beach Club at Lido Fiori (sandy beach) within a few minutes drive (sun-loungers, parasols, WiFi and changing facilities – free entrance for guests between June-September
- Free parking
- Products produced: DOP extra virgin olive oil, wine, oranges, peppers, aubergines and fresh herbs. Fresh produce available seasonally
Places of Interest nearby:
Sambuca di Sicilia and the secret nature trails (22km), Sciacca (22km), Belice Nature Reserve (23km), Selinunte (32km), Caltabellotta (40km), Museum of the dancing Satyr, Mazara del Vallo (49km), Torre Salsa nature reserve Siculiana (65km), Scala dei Turchi (72km), Segesta (74km), Mothia Island and the Whitaker Museum (77km), Agrigento and the gardens of Kolymbetra (83km), Salt museum, Paceco (104km) and Erice (111km)
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
Dependance Room
Dependance Rooms (20-24 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size bed or two queen size beds, bathroom (shower - only one has a bath), hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, iPod docking speakers, minibar, safe deposit box, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities and balcony or terrace with vineyard and sea view.
Room with a view
Rooms with a View (20-24 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size bed or two queen size beds, bathroom (bath and/or shower), hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, iPod docking speakers, minibar, safe deposit box, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities and terrace with vineyard and sea view.
Junior Suite
Junior suites (20-35 sqm) with air-conditioning, king size bed or two queen size beds, bathroom (shower - one has a bathtub), hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, iPod docking speakers, minibar, safe deposit box, complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities and terrace with vineyard and sea view.