Welcome to
Villa Lawrence
― aka VILLA FONTANA VECCHIA ―
About us
Welcome to Villa Lawrence, also known as Villa Fontana Vecchia, a historic home in the hills of Taormina, where art, culture and the beauty of Sicily have inspired generations.
Built in the mid-19th century, the villa has welcomed writers, artists and creative minds from around the world. Surrounded by Mediterranean gardens and the timeless landscape of Taormina, with Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea on the horizon, Villa Lawrence offers a rare sense of peace and inspiration.
Today, this home is ready to be shared and experienced in new ways — as a private retreat for special occasions, a living testament to its rich past, and a continuing legacy dedicated to promoting culture and art.
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“In Taormina, the sea is a great presence, which you return to, like a mother.”
DH Lawrence
The
House
Villa Lawrence, a place rich in history and charm, has hosted over the years prominent figures who have left an indelible mark on the world of culture and art. Among the most well-known figures who have crossed its threshold are Bramine Hubrecht, an influential writer and journalist, D.H. Lawrence, the celebrated British writer, Truman Capote, the master of American literature, and Howard Agg, an icon of the theatrical world. These personalities, united by a deep passion for art and beauty, have contributed to making Villa Lawrence a place of meeting and cultural exchange, where ideas flourished and creativity found fertile ground.
The
House
The
House
Villa Lawrence, a place rich in history and charm, has hosted over the years prominent figures who have left an indelible mark on the world of culture and art. Among the most well-known figures who have crossed its threshold are Bramine Hubrecht, an influential writer and journalist, D.H. Lawrence, the celebrated British writer, Truman Capote, the master of American literature, and Howard Agg, an icon of the theatrical world. These personalities, united by a deep passion for art and beauty, have contributed to making Villa Lawrence a place of meeting and cultural exchange, where ideas flourished and creativity found fertile ground.
Taste Sicily
Cooking Class
Cook, share and experience the authentic flavours of Sicily.
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“It is a magic place, a place where every view is a painting.”
Truman Capote
