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An inviting seating area is set in front of the indian pavillion of the villa
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A bird's eye view of the Commenda with its marvellous gardens
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The drive up to the main house
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The property’s centuries-old walls.
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The courtyard is well-suited for quick chats, engaging dialogue, or a peaceful read of your favorite novel.
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The walk from the main house to the annex and the pool
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The private chapel of the property
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Cool and inviting, the pool provides respite from the Sicilian heat
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Surrounding the pool is a terrace that hosts plenty of chaise longues and the pool bar
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An overview of the estate
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A red fabric canopy shades the outdoor seating area
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Wicker chairs topped with plush cushions creates an intimate space ready for entertaining
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Another canopy on the verdant grounds of the villa provides room for a grand gathering.
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Playing in the garden
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The prominent entrance hall is painted in a vibrant aquamarine and crowned with a large painting
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Living spaces are generous
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Detail of the decor
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High ceilings and warm colours
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Sofas and armchairs provide intimate seating around the fire place
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The breakfast terrace
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With plenty of indoor and indoor spaces, La Commenda is the perfect place for a family reunion
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Jams prepared with the estate's citrus fruits
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Each table is lovingly set up by the staff every morning
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After breakfast straight to the pool
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for a refreshing swim
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or to relax in the shade
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During the warmest days, lunch can be served at the pool bar ...
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... or in the main dining room
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The villa staff preparing drinks for lunch
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Cooks preparing "timballo di melanzane", a typical Sicilian plate with eggplants, pasta and tomatos
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After lunch, a siesta in the inviting daybeds
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surrounded by the villa's lush garden
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Total white and flowing curtains to add a touch of privacy.
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and the sounds of the fountains
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At sunset...
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.... while cooks are preparing refined dishes from the sicial tradition
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... you can join the spa
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... for a steam bath and a sauna
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Then, after a glass of bubbles ...
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... under the Indian tented living room
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Details of the candle lightened "Indian" pavilion
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... the dinner is served in the courtyard
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Bedtime...
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Ten of the twelve bedrooms are located in the main building, all opening onto the large courtyard. Here is bedroom 1
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Bedroom 1, 2 and 3 can be connected through a door. Here is Bedroom 2
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The en suite of Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 3
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Each bedroom can be accessed separately
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Also bedroom 4, 5 and 6 can be connected
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Bedroom 5
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Each bedroom has satellite TV
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Bedroom 6
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The maids are on duty 8 hours per day, 7 days a week. They prepare breakfast and do the rooms.
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Bedroom 7 and Bedroom 8 can also be connected
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En suite
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Bedroom 8
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En suite of bedroom 8
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Bedroom 9 can be connected to Bedroom 10
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Details of the beds
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En suite of Bedroom 9
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Bedroom 10
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The en-suite of bedroom 10
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Bedroom 11 and 12 are located in a dependence next to the pool
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Bedroom 12
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Bedroom 12 has a Jacuzzi tub
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Antique hand painted tiles on the fountain of the courtyard
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View of the garden from above. The two red pavilions provide shade to the outdoor living area
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