It’s hard to put into words what this place meant to us. We were looking for some peaceful time away from the city, for relaxation as well as inspiration, and Donatella's dammuso turned out to be perfect for both.
From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed and at home, and at the same time overwhelmed by the beauty of the landscape this house so perfectly fits into. Wonderfully designed, clean and spacious, the dammuso sits just a little bit up the hill from the sea, and from the large terrace you get epic views of the sun going down over the water, as well as a milky way full of stars at night. The feeling of privacy there is immense, but the location of the house also makes it easy to drive into the towns of both Pantelleria and Scauri.
The hike down to the water, along an old donkey trail lined with cactuses and black stone walls, was itself a beautiful experience, and we found ourselves making this trip almost every evening.
The house is very tastefully done, and has a lot of great features that make staying there comfortable---two bathrooms, indoor and outdoor kitchens, washing machine, outdoor shower with warm water, to name just a few. Donatella's daughter Elena and her husband were the perfect hosts. They thought of everything we could possibly need, and their warmth and generosity were truly touching. Also their recommendations for dining and sites were excellent. Thank you so much! I would definitely stay there again.