We stayed for 10 days, using the Country Cottage as a base to explore the region including: Palermo, Bagheria, Monreale, the Madonie hilltowns, and nearby Cefalù. Great access to the beach -- 100 meters away for quick dips -- and good to have a couple of restaurants nearby. Walking through the grounds was a delight -- with fresh lemons and blackberries in abundance, during out stay. The house while small, is set up well (we did a lot of cooking) and the outdoor space is like another room. Dario is a wonderful AIRBNB host -- friendly, helpful, attentive. Also,really enjoyed his father Carlo (plus three friendly dogs). The only issue we had, and this may not be something you worry about on vacation, is that WI-FI was pretty weak, mainly useable sitting outdoors.