!Attenzione! For an amazing experience of Sicilia you must stay alla Casa Faranda. First, the location is perfect. Castroreale is in the mountains, yet very close to the sea, and also near other very beautiful historical cities such as Tindari. It is a typical Italian small village of winding streets but the sweetest I have been to. As you walk the swallows fly above you, playing. From the house and tucked all about the city the views are stunning (the city overlooks the aeolian isles). My mother and I are very connected to this part of Italy and our stay at Casa Faranda made it even more special. Pierfrancesco is a very passionate, wonderful person. His home is that of an artist; plants everywhere, piano and musical instruments on display, eclectic decoration and design sensibility. Bella energia e atmosfera. It was very inspiring to stay here as a painter, every spot is a painting. (especially if you are an artist I recommend highly). He met us at check in and recommended one of the restaurants nearby in the main piazza Al Duomo, run by some of his friends. These people were very warm and inviting, not to mention brilliant cooks. Here one can experience traditional dishes, wines, and liquors of Sicilia all made fresh and with local ingredients. Pierfrancesco joined us along with some other guests and we had a fantastic evening. Felt like home. Voi dovete stare a Casa Faranda!! Grazie Casa Faranda per la magia!! Lisa, Vittoria, Ken