We absolutely loved our experience at the Villa Margherita. The views from the two large terraces were absolutely stunning. The beautiful photograhs do not entirely do it justice. The bedroom is located on a top tier (with an adjoining covered terrace) that is perfect for breakfast or just lounging about. At night, you can lower the screen and smell the fresh air without worrying about mosquitos and such. We were a little indulgent in that we also turned on the air conditioning (which is new and more than adequate) because it was quite hot at the end of July. There was a TV with an array of channel. although we never used it. On the lower tier is a well-equipped kitchen with an incredibly large terrace. The indoor living area is a bit small, but you're in Sicily and the terraces more than make up for any perceived lack of space especially when the weather's fine. It's perfect for a couple. (The upstairs terrace is covered and we watched one of the most magnificent thunderstorms out at sea and over the islands of Vulcano, Panarea, and Stromboli which are all within view.) Lorella was an incredibly gracious and pleasant host and the villa is in immaculate condition. There's a small washing machine in the kitchen which came in handy during our week there. The villa is located up a winding, but lightly travelled road above the small town of Cannetto where there are many nice restaurants to choose from. We rented a scooter which was fun (it's not really walkable to town) and also took advantage of the offerings of Lipari, and another small village to the northwest, Acquacalda—the perfect place to watch the sun as it sets behind the island of Salinas. As I look outside my office window in West London, I can only look forward with longing to my next visit. I hesitate to even send this because I don't want it to be booked all of the time!

Neill/Michele