Created from a restored country house once used for processing almonds, the property combines traditional local materials with contemporary comforts and an eco-conscious approach. Its five rooms and suites offer private gardens, countryside views, private bathrooms and complimentary internet, welcoming couples, families and groups.

The relais also operates an organic farm, growing products including pink grapefruit, olives and almonds, and making marmalade from fruit harvested on site. These ingredients feature in the property’s organic restaurant, where chef Maurizio Urso prepares lunch and dinner in a patio overlooking the pool and surrounding hills. Guests can enjoy the infinity pool, book yoga or Pilates lessons, and explore nearby nature trails. Wellness offerings also include massages and a sensory aromatic garden. Located within reach of Noto, the Vendicari Nature Reserve, Marzamemi, Siracusa and Ortigia, i Carusi offers a nature-focused stay with opportunities to discover the region’s landscapes and Baroque heritage.