Giovanna's place is unique, the village is unique and the island is unique. Staying here is an experience and a good one if you're active and relatively fit. If you want choice or lots of restaurants, cafes, shops, coffees, comforts and get bored easily I would not recommend it, it is remote. This place is rustic it is for the adventurous traveller, the romantic, someone who is prepared to walk a lot and uphill... It is a place of raw beauty a place that is unrivalled by other accommodation due to its location. Giovanna has decorated these rooms authentically, simply and in the true Aeolian.
The amenities here are great, I particularly liked the shared outdoor kitchen for cooking it has a wonderful view of the sea. I was also fortunate to meet some friendly guests when I was there and I even had my pasta cooked for me by a lovely Italian couple from Naples who were also staying there on holiday Giovanna's place seems to attract good people. All of the guests seemed respectful and were here for the silence and solitude and the occasional rumble of the volcano.
A bit about Giovanna; she is clearly an experienced host who takes great pride in what she does. She works hard - she is always cleaning and making the place spotless and seemed relaxed and on hand to help and give you tips and advice on the area whenever you ask.
if you come here be prepared to cook.