Heaven on earth does exist and it is to be found tucked away on the steep hills between Borghetto and Partenico.
Behind an automatic gate Mette-Mari's and Giuseppe's slice of paradise unfolds itself, layer by layer. Ingeniusly crafted by hand, every stone and every small detail sits perfectly in its place. True craftsmanship, to say the least. The breathtaking views from the top of the domain and the lush terraces are just waiting to be discovered upon arrival. Olive and fig trees, grapevines and tons of basil are a feast for the eye and the tummy. As we were four, we stayed in a seperate apartment (featuring plenty of space, a kitchen and a bathroom apart from a bed and comfortable sleeping sofa) and new (!), private outside kitchen and dining area which we used intensely.
Mette-Mari and her husband Giuseppe are the perfect hosts: welcoming, caring and full of love. They are always around (or reachable by phone) if you have any questions and yet they are very discrete and never impose themselves. You can really feel their love for this unique place they created together.
The house is perfectly located if you want to discover the beautiful and diverse westside of Sicily. We took trips (by car) to Segesta, the Zingaro nature park, Trapani, Erice and Castellammare del Golfo and never spent more than 1,5 hours in the car. Stores and the family's restaurant are all at a mere 15 minutes away.
So, in summary, if you're ever in Sicily, please, visit this piece of heaven. You won't regret a thing - only that you have to leave it again at some point.