We are a family of 6 people (3 adults and 3 children ages 3, 8 and 12). Half of us live in the US and half in the UK. We booked this villa at the very last minute (just 2 days before arriving in Sicily!) and we are so grateful to have found a piece of heaven. We had an absolutely wonderful time.

The villa is beautiful and the view of the sea and towns below is extraordinary. The pictures very accurately represent rooms and property. The property is in very good condition, very clean and comfortable. The beds were also very comfortable. There are plenty of kitchen supplies, bedding, blankets, crib, anything you would need. The dining table is also very large and able to seat 8-10 people easily.

As others have noted, it was a true pleasure meeting the owners, Alberto and his father Tino. Our flight was so delayed (close to 5 hours) arriving in Sicily, but they were very flexible and met us at 9PM near the highway to guide us to the villa. Since we were so late and had little children they also offered to cook us pasta! This was so nice, the children were able to eat right away and then go to bed. They provided cheeses and bread, water and milk and other essentials upon arrival. There is a wood-fired pizza oven outside and they offered to come back another night to cook pizza. We were very happy to take them up on this offer. One evening Alberto prepared the pizza dough himself and then brought it to the villa. He and Tino started the fire in the oven. The children all helped make their own pizzas (even the 3 year old). They absolutely loved it and it tasted great too. These are truly kind and generous people that will do everything possible to make your visit pleasant and relaxing. Upon leaving, Tina came by the villa and gave us a very personal gift as well. We were very grateful for his thoughtful gesture.

The location was very nice. it was close enough (not walking distance) to the supermarcado, the beach is nearby, many small cities to visit (we loved Siracusa and went there at Tino's suggestion). We visited Mt. Etna (about an hours drive); well worth it. There is a beautiful pool on the property, but being early spring it was too cool for swimming. You definitely should have a car in my opinion. Also, be mentally prepared for the narrow, winding Italian roads. The driveway was very narrow and steep, you need to be brave and just floor the pedal. We were driving a very large 7-seater small van and struggled the first time up, but we were fine after that.

Highly recommend this lovely villa.