PALACE of the PRINCE of CASTELNUOVO (XIV century) - Details

The Palace was built in the middle of the 14th Century, and then enlarged in the 17th century by another noble sicilian family (the "Arone di Valentino", who still own it). The Palace is in the heart of the historic Kassaro area,120 meters from the Cathedral 4 minutes walking from the Norman Royal Palace, and several Arab - Norman monuments and enchanting baroque churches. In 1769 the palace housed the "Circolo di Conversazione della Nobiltà" (An exclusive club where aristocrats used to discuss various matters) mentioned by an outstanding sicilian historian the Marquese di Villabianca, for its beautifully decorated rooms. After the marriage of Francesco Arone Barone di Valentino and Donna Marianna Lanza Filangeri dei Principi di Mirto the palace reached its maximum splendor. You can still admire the 17th century wooden coffered ceilings in the bedroom. With the passing centuries, the Arone family has always considered the palace a precious example of artistic beauty and charm.

The Apartment is furnished with antique family furniture and the fine materials blend perfectly with the historic atmosphere. It is composed of an entry, living room with comfortable sofa beds, prestigious bedroom with balcony, bathroom with shower and a large and fully-equipped kitchen. It is also provided with independent air-conditioned and heating, TV, kitchenware's, washing machine, microwave oven, linen and towels.

The apartment is composed of entry, elegant and comfortable living room with two comfortable sofa beds, prestigious bedroom 17th century wooden coffered ceilings and with balcony, bathroom with shower and a large and fully-equipped kitchen.