Susafa
Slow down in Sicily
Arriving at Susafa means traveling the Sicilian landscape to its most remote and isolated part and leaving the world's chaos behind. As we drive across the island from Cantabria, the landscape becomes more rarefied, and the earth's tones alternate with the yellow of the wheat fields. It is the feeling of being "in the middle of nothing ."Yet, this "nothing" is a beautiful achievement of Susafa. It is a nothing that, in the silence of the golden slopes, interrupted only by the sound of cicadas, becomes space–interior space allowing the soul to take a deep breath and indulge in the sounds, smells, sensations of a timeless place.
At a glance
Nearest Airport: Palermo (PMO)
Arrive by: Car
Open: April-early November
Check in: 2pm Check out: 11am
Location: Palermo, Sicily
Price: from €275
Rooms: 17
Suitable for: Couples (children are welcome from 12 years old), pets not admitted, not suitable for people with disabilities
The Hotel
Susafa has been the passion of five generations of the Saeli-Rizzuto family––a family of agricultural entrepreneurs. The once-bustling farmhouse now houses the charming hotel with magnificent views of golden wheat fields–like Sicily's most authentic landscapes, of which the farm seems to have always and indissolubly been a part of.
The hotel consists of seventeen ensuite rooms surrounding the courtyard and occupy the former stables and rooms used as a warehouse for grain. One of our favorite areas is the former barn that has been transformed into three new suites and a large living room where you can sink into a cushy sofa and read, have a nibble, or chat with fellow guests.
To Do
Learn to live the slow life by the masters themselves. The Saeli-Rizzutos offer a host of activities on the property such as garden tours, massages, picnics, stargazing, harvesting, or breaking bread and tipping the wine glass 'round a table of new and old friends.
Enjoy the landscape, where you can spend hours walking or reading a book in the garden, courtyard, or while taking in the warm Sicilian sun at the pool. We love the views from the terrace accessed near the entrance. While at Susafa, you must get your cooking game on. Take advantage of the team's culinary genius and take one of the infamous cooking classes they offer, which are complimentary for guests.
Surroundings
Susàfa is located in the territory of Polizzi Generosa, at the gates of the Madonie Park. From here it is possible to visit the beautiful villages of Petralia, Geraci, Castelbuono, Isnello, Collesano. You can also easily reach the starting points for beautiful walks and hiking among the most beautiful paths in Sicily: Pizzo Carbonara, Monte San Salvatore, Cozzo Luminario, and the path of the Giant Hollies, to name a few.
The sea is only 1 hour away, with the beach of Cefalù, one of the most beautiful and evocative in all of Sicily and if you're into art and city culture, you can't miss Palermo which is less than two hours.
Style
The owner of Susafa, Manfredi Rizzuto, is the creative mind behind the stylings of the Masseria. The farmhouse was renovated, maintaining the traditional Sicilian rustic features like terracotta tiles, exposed wooden beams, and stone walls. The rustic architecture combines with contemporary furnishings and details, creating a perfect juxtaposition between the natural materials and the comfort of modernity.
Food and Drink
Nearly everything that arrives on Susafa's table comes from their farm. Il Granaio is the restaurant brought to you by the Masseria and occupies the former grain house. Simple, genuine flavors, those that would remind any Sicilian of childhood, will mingle in your mouth. Those items not produced on the farm are bought from other local producers. A part of the company's production is dedicated to ancient Sicilian grains, thus combining a sustainability project with a guarantee of high-quality food.
Good things to know
Susafa is the result of a project by Manfredi, the young owner, heir to the family that has owned this charming estate for over two hundred years. Manfredi saw the property's potential and took the initiative to allocate the structure to hospitality while paying homage to the roots of the centuries-old business and ethos. As a result, nearly every aspect of the farm's practices is rooted in tradition. For Manfredi, these are essential principles in the conception of Susafa.
Good Trips perks
Welcome drink
Complimentary breakfast
Flexible check-in/check out when available
Free room upgrade upon availability
Promo code: GOODTRIPSCLIENTS *
*The Promo code must be copied and pasted in the section “Special request” upon reservation
Experiences at susafa
Sustainability in practice
Susafa places a heavy emphasis on proper and ancient food production, which they believe carry the most impact on global ecology. They use traditional farming methods and local products to contribute to the reduction of harmful agricultural practices. The family prioritizes renewable energy and has been modifying the property to move towards a more self-sustaining system. Photovoltaic and solar panels produce warm water and electricity, an electric air conditioning system with certified machines have been installed for energy efficiency, and they use electricity to power ecological machines.
Plastic free
Organic / eco food / wine
0KM
100% smoke free
Electric car chargers
Renewable Energy – Solar panels
Supports local community and economy
Structure made with natural/renewable materials
Historic preservation of the original structures
Staffed locally
History of the Masserie
Traditional Masserie are the architectural structures of large farms often inhabited by the owners, who in some cases take the form of villages. They spread through southern Italy starting from 1500 when Spain granted the nobles of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies the license to repopulate the countryside to get supplies and utilize nature's resources. They, therefore, represent the expression of an economic organization linked to large estates, a system that lasted in Sicily until the mid-twentieth century.
Book with promo code GOODTRIPSCLIENTS for incentives.
*The Promo code must be copied and pasted in the section “Special request” upon reservation