Everything has been made with amazing taste and care. The beautiful house, as well as the magical garden with the orange trees, the hot tub, and views of San Giorgio Cathedral, make your stay a unique experience. Really nice host and a great welcome to the house.

We actually based our entire trip to Sicily around the amazing Hortus residence and it did not disappoint. Luca has an amazing property that he has exquisitely designed and restored. We were met by Lorenzo who did a wonderful job of getting us acquainted with the entire property. It was beautiful inside and out with gorgeous artwork and tasteful decor. In reading the information on the property after we checked in, it was amazing to hear how Luca designed and developed the property and even saved features like the fruit tree in the garden area. We actually had oranges from the tree for our breakfast which were amazing. One of our favorite nights was cooking in the beautiful kitchen. The wine cellar had a great selection of wines. They also had a wonderful list of recommendations of restaurants which we took advantage of. Our only regret is because we came in winter, we weren't able to enjoy the outside garden as much as we would've in the summer. We had a wonderful time exploring Modica, Regusa and Noto and it was super easy to get around.

Je ne vais pas être très original en attribuant une note d’excellence à cette oasis de calme et de sérénité niché à l’abri du très beau « Duomo du San Giorgio » (la plus belle église baroque de Sicile je trouve). Le jardin, à l’abri des regards, est un délice et le logement en lui-même est bien décoré, parfaitement entretenu et très confortable. Une mention spéciale à la cuisine, à la cave (on aimerait tout goûter !) et à la master suite avec son immense lit rond et sa non moins gigantesque baignoire… Et un accueil charmant de Lorenzo en prime. Un mot sur Modica, moins connue que ses voisines Noto, Raguse ou Syracuse mais qui vaut le déplacement. Une adresse hautement recommandable !

Modica è una località unica per suggestione e piacevolezza delle persone e del cibo. Questa casa è curata in ogni dettaglio, le stanze sono comode e dotate di ogni confort, arredate con gusto e cura, anche con opere d'arte e di design. Poi ci sono amenità come una bellissima vasca alle spalle di un grande letto tondo, un esterno grande e articolato così che ognuno dei 6 ospiti possa avere un suo spazio, una piccola, ma deliziosa vasca con idro-massaggio, il barbecue, un ampio tavolo all'esterno, comode poltrone e salotto e così via: nulla mancava per stare bene e godersi la vacanza. Un grande difetto ... si stava così bene che non veniva voglia di uscire ;-))

Ein wunderbarer Ort der Ruhe und Erholung! Nur zwei Nächte, aber es war gefühlt wie eine Woche Erholung. Wo das Auge hinschaut wurde es belohnt. Die Übergabe war herzlich und unkompliziert und selbst das Wetter hat uns einen warmen Januarnachmittag auf der wunderschönen Terrasse beschert. Lustig der dreieckige Pool hinter dem Bett. Danke für die schöne Architektur!

We loved everything about this property. During my stay I learned that the owner is an artist and it shows. I lot of thought and creativity went into transforming an old, likely abandoned home in beautiful Modica into what it is today. Luca, although he was not on site, was always during the weeks leading up to the stay and during my stay. His people on the ground were also fantastic and went above and beyond for me. I received a parking ticket during my stay and Luca's team offered to process my payment for me which saved me some time and hassle. We would go back and I would not hesitate to recommend this property to family and friends. One caution is that you will need a vehicle to get around, this is not a home located in main piazza although we did walk to dinner in upper Modica and walked down to the piazza for our chocolate tour... lots of stairs though so not ideal for everyone. Cheers!!! Joe

Bellissimo e perfetto!!! Realy nice inside and outside. Stylish and perfectly decorated. Beautiful garden and hottub outside..!

This internally modern, upscale residence is located next to the San Giorgio church in upper Modica. Three rooms accommodate up to 3 couples. Very private. Very well equipped with cooking utensils, dishes, washing supplies and toiletries. A welcome basket of cookies and chocolates was appreciated. Easy walking access to all parts of Modica (anticipate lots of stairs however, as Modica runs up and down a hillside). Fast response to our emails with Luca, and Lorenzo was very patient and helpful in orienting us to the property. In my opinion, Modica is unfairly lower on ratings compared to its baroque neighbours Noto and Ragusa, but with great shopping, restaurants and accommodation like Hortus Suites, Modica is my favorite of the three.

Un’esperienza unica e romantica! Posto perfetto !Vista diretta sul duomo di San Giorgio.Organizzazione perfetta ed atmosfera familiare! Da consigliare alcuni extra come cena organizzata nel giardino, colazione e ......non poteva mancare il massaggio di coppia ! Grazie per tutto questo a Luca (proprietario)

Wir hatten das Glück, zu zweit dieses wunderschöne versteckte Haus zu bewohnen. Schon der Kontakt bei der Buchung mit Luca war sehr freundlich und angenehm. Vor Ort trafen wir uns mit Lorenzo - unserem hilfsbereiten Guide - an einem gut erreichbaren Café in Modica. Er führte uns zur Residenza Hortus und half uns mit unserem Gepäck. Verwunschen hinter einer Mauer tat sich ein kleines Paradies auf: ein wunderschöner Garten und die Villa Hortus. Dieses Haus ist wirklich etwas ganz Besonderes. Es wurde mit viel Rücksicht auf die alten Gegebenheiten restauriert und sehr modern und stilsicher mit Kunstwerken eingerichtet. Die drei sehr schönen unterschiedlichen Doppelzimmer mit je einem Bad ensuite, die gut ausgestattete Küche, in der man prima kochen kann, das Wohnzimmer (mit WLAN) - alles sehr schön. Die Klimaanlage half uns in der etwas kühleren Jahreszeit, dass es angenehm warm im Haus war. Der Garten ist mit vielen Sitzgelegenheiten - sonnig und schattig - sehr schön gestaltet. Alles in Modica ist fußläufig gut erreichbar - Geschäfte, Bars, Restaurants, Bäcker etc. An die vielen Stufen gewöhnten wir uns schnell. Parken war in der letzten Märzwoche immer sehr nahe möglich. Als Ausgangspunkt für die Besichtigungen von Noto, Ragusa, Syrakus oder für Strandspaziergänge etc. ist Modica für uns ideal gelegen. Wir hatten viel Freude in der Villa Hortus und haben Sie in vollen Zügen genossen. Auf der oberen Terrasse mit einem Glas Wein in der Hand sitzend und den Blick auf den Dom gerichtet - was für ein Moment... Wir empfehlen die Residenza Hortus von Herzen und wir werden schon ganz bald wieder kommen.