Marcello and Paola are the definition of hospitable. Marcelo’s wit and charm combined with Paola’s warmth create an experience I thought was only found in movies such as The Tuscan Sun. The breakfast alone is worth the stay —- fresh from their gardens, a different Aeolian culinary dish greets you each morning, along with fresh bread, pastries, coffee, and juice. The family style breakfast at the dinner table with breathtaking views creates a community atmosphere which fosters new relationships that otherwise may not have been sought out.
The room was spotlessly clean, linens were fresh, and bottled water is provided. Marcello and Paola provide so much more than required — from beach towels to snorkeling gear to guitars. They truly go over and above their duty as hosts to make your experience perfect.
The private beach is a small trek (around 20 min down and 30 up) but worth the hike.
Getting into town is a short walk down but rather steep to get back. Marcello was extremely accommodating and often coordinated his schedule with ours to give us rides. Taxis are available back (15-20 euro), and we often split them with other couples coming back from town.
Marcello is a wealth of knowledge and is extremely helpful in recommending and organizing tours, dinners, and hikes.
We could not have asked for a better experience. Our only complaint is the stay was not long enough.