5/5 Excellent
Asta E.
18 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing at the steps of Etna
We spent almost two weeks at this charming property. It has so much space around for our kids to run and explore. The surrounding gardens are not only beautiful but had lots of juicy citrus fruit which Agata was happy for us to pick and eat.
We spent every morning having long leisurely breakfasts outside admiring the amazing views of the local town and beyond. The view really is exceptional. You really do not tire of that view and with the morning sun hitting the breakfast table it immediately became our first thing we do - put the coffee on and go outside to soak up the sun.
The kitchen (as many others have said) is so well stocked and we made most of our meals whilst there. On arrival Agata surprised us with a lovely spread of local foods which was just the thing we needed after our long journey.
The local town is small but perfectly formed. It has everything you need: an amazing butcher, fish shop and a few other speciality food shops, top quality cafe with fresh biscuits and premium gelato was also a highlight (and kids' favourite). There is a more regular shop too. All of this only a short stroll away, we didn't even use the car (but you can if you want to, there were plentt of parking options). The town really has everything you need (including a shop where we bought a crochet hook, as you do...) but is also conveniently located to explore the surrounding area. Taormina and various beaches are only a short drive away and a drive to the airport was just 40min or so on mostly easy big roads (though remember this is a mountainous area so the roads closer to town are inevitably smaller).
Agata was an amazing host. She was so helpful and was always only a message away. Her knowledge of the local area was super useful and she suggested various interesting events for the Easter weekend we were visiting and let's not forget her restaurant recommendations (there is a Micheline star restaurant only 10min from the villa which we enjoyed immensely).
Asta E.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023