We spent the whole of March at Sarah and Adam's house. Despite being unexpectedly cool and windy for the time of year, the house didn't loose any of its magic. Thanks to a newly installed pellet stove, we had every comfort even on chilly days. The place is magical: you have an undisturbed 360 degree view. A large property (to the end of which you can barely see) of raw beauty with trees like sculptures. The only daily visitors are a herd of sheep and goats. The house is beautifully designed down to the last detail. Every window is like a painting. The view from the shower is the best ever. The kitchen is simple but adequate. We cooked there every day with the products from the farms and markets nearby. Don't miss the warm ricotta at Masseria Sgarlata or the Due Soli vegetable farm! The bed is big and comfortable. The internet connection and wifi are surprisingly good. We were there with our seven-month-old baby, who was not yet crawling. For a crawling or not yet self-responsible walking child, the house would probably not suitable. For us it was ideal. The access via the field paths is something for confident drivers, but manageable and rewarding. Despite the undisturbed location, shopping facilities are no more than 10 to 20 minutes away by car. Scicli (only 10 minutes by car) is pleasantly ‚untouristy’, but offers a lot. - However, the real secret why a stay in the house remains unforgettable is the fantastic and thoughtful welcome and care by Melissa. She is more of a 24-hour concierge who solves every even just potential problem immediately and also offers the key to really getting to know the region.