In short: THE BEST experience I ever had with Airbnb. Amazing villa, the best host and a great opportunity to explore the marvels of north-east Sicily. I strongly recommend it, especially for ones who want to go off-the-beaten track. Really the best.

In more details: Ottavio isn’t just a host, he’s a friend. He will do whatever it takes so you’ll enjoy a great holiday, the house itself is super convenient with 5 good size bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Most rooms have A/C, but the fan is enough. The kitchen is the most equipped I ever used through Airbnb, and people who like to prepare their own food will enjoy it so much.. The swimming pool is beautiful, full with greenery and atmosphere. Actually, atmosphere is a critical term in this review, the villa isn’t a ‘buy to let’ villa, rather than a proper family summer house which is now available also for Airbnb. It has so much character and atmosphere you’ll feel like on a set of a movie. The reception room is a little museum, and full with amazing colleting items. On top of the great villa, you’ll have Ottavio, who can stay in the villa or stay out. He made it up to us (and we enjoyed both worlds, as he stayed with his wonderful partner Paula for few nights and was off in others). He’s a great guide full with tips and recommendations, showed us the village (Salice) and where to eat and buy, and helped with everything we needed. Now he’s a family friend and I’m sure we’ll stay in touch. I can’t finish this review without writing about Salice itself, the village – so if you want to be next to a non-touristic village one that really holds the spirit of Sicily like in the old good times – Salice is the place for you. Beautiful and warm people, small and unique with a traditional bar with the best granita you’ll ever drink. Salute Salice, Salute Ottavio, Salute Villa Ordile!