Private chefs, weddings and extra activities

For anyone planning a special celebration with friends or family, staying in a luxury large group villa in Sicily ticks plenty of boxes. Above all, it’s an extremely practical option, offering infinitely more space than a hotel stay, and a range of amenities and services designed specifically around the group’s needs.

Staying in a large group villa is also a great way of keeping costs down. And in spending less money on accommodation, there’s more available for activities and excursions or splashing out on a private chef for a couple of delicious Sicilian feasts in the comfort of your own home.

Beach and baroque beauty in the Val di Noto

Gather a group of 20 people and the chances are you’ll have a mix of ages and interests. While some in the group will be happy to spend the day by the pool or on the beach, others will inevitably want to delve into the local culture and, in the case of south east Sicily, into the baroque beauty of the Val di Noto.

Check into Lumia and you’ll literally have everything at your fingertips. Firstly, a string of beaches that include Marina di Ragusa, Sampieri and iconic Punta Secca, all with soft white sand and fabulously clear sea. Secondly, the mesmerising baroque cities of Ragusa, Scicli and Modica, each packed with astonishingly beautiful art and architecture. Lumia (sleeps 20) has 10 generously proportioned bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, an 18m pool and ample space to enjoy a special celebration dinner prepared by a private chef.

Get married in Sicily

If you’re planning to get married in Sicily, and like the idea of a small, intimate affair in a spectacular location, a wedding at Pizzo dell’Ovo (sleeps 31) may be just what you’re looking for. All you need to do is show up with your friends and family and our wedding planner will take care of all the arrangements, from the florist and photographer to the catering and music. And it’s not just about the wedding day itself – we’ll also organize a bunch of activities that includes sunset jeep excursions, massages, yoga and boat trips to the Aeolian Islands.

Alternatively, you don’t have to get married! Just round up your closest friends and family and enjoy a fabulous week at Pizzo dell’Ovo. Tucked away in the hills close to Tindari, the stunning rural estate comprises several magnificent villas, each with their own infinity pool, spectacular views and a full range of concierge services.

Gastronomic experiences

For those who want to take advantage of a trip to Sicily to experience its food and wine, staying in a large group villa is a great option. Add a trio of gastronomic experiences to your stay at Rocca di Pietra (sleeps 12) and learn about Sicily’s traditions, history and geography through its food and wine. Enjoy a cooking class led by an expert chef and a wine-tasting at a local vineyard. Lastly, sit back and relax while a professional chef whips up a Sicilian feast for you and your party to enjoy under a starry nighttime sky.

Rocca di Pietra is an exquisitely refurbished Sicilian home, set amidst tiered terraces that look out over fields and olive groves crisscrossed by dry stone walls.

Wellbeing for all

Just being with your favourite people, having time to chat and laugh round the table, is enough of a tonic for most people. But if you’re looking for that little bit extra, adding a Wellbeing Trio of experiences will raise a relaxing holiday up a notch. At Villa Dioscuri, you can kickstart your day with an energising yoga session in the sanctuary of your luxury villa, with a class that’s perfectly tailored to your level. After that, there’s time for some personal reflection on a guided horse riding excursion amidst the dramatic landscapes of the Nebrodi and Madonie national parks. And finally, time to be indulged, with an aperitivo and chef-prepared dinner overlooking the pool.

Villa Dioscuri (sleeps 16) is a spacious luxury villa for large groups, with an 18m pool, hot tub, table tennis and pool table.

Multi-gen villa

As much as you might enjoy holidaying with a big group, carving out a little time and space for you and perhaps even your immediate family is a must for some people. Plenty of spacious bedrooms, several living rooms, enough bathrooms, and big gardens all help, but you can go one step further by staying in a villa with separate annexes and dependences.

Casale Donna Costanza (sleeps 18) provides an excellent solution for several families, or a mixed group made up of families and couples. There’s plenty of outdoor space in the form of lawns and terraces, while bedrooms are split across the original restored rural home and two separate dependences.