We loved stopping with Alberto!
For us this was a proper Air BnB experience.
You live in Alberto's home. He is there to welcome you when you arrive, and you will have many conversations with him during your stay about many many things..
Every day Alberto provides breakfast on the terrace overlooking the view to the sea. locally made croissants and pastries. fresh coffee, bread and juice. Alberto is the perfect host.
We stopped at Alberto's place in November. In his new chalet. It is simple and clean. With a small kitchenette to cook in. A foldable dining table. Double bed and a bathroom. There's no TV in the chalet. Perfect for peace and quiet.
There were other guests also at his house. It was good to get to know them too.
Alberto is growing grapes, plants and trees all over his terraced gardens. It is a work in progress as he plants more things and creates a beautiful oasis.
There is a lovely little pool (but too cold in November for this).
If you want somewhere laid back to chill out this is the place for you!
There is a rustic charm to this place. We would like to visit again when it is a little warmer so we can fully wind down and enjoy being there with some sunshine. However it was beautiful in Autumn with a snow covered Etna as a backdrop.
If you're thinking of heading over with children please bear in mind that the land has steep terraces, dips and brambles in places, plus old winery buildings on the edge of of the property that aren't safe for exploring...
We highly recommend stopping with Alberto if you want to stay with a genuinely lovely man in a genuinely lovely place.
Plus there are local shops and supermarket within a short drive/walk. A nice restaurant is just around the corner.