Claudio's collection of studio villas is an amazing place for a relaxing vacation. My wife and I spent part of our honeymoon here - but Claudio was right - one night is not enough! The island of Lipari is a magical gem and Claudio's location is very well situated to explore it.

There is a pebbly beach where you can take in the sunset while swimming about 30 minutes hike down a mountain side, and then grab a bruschetta with local capers and sun-dried tomatoes and a vino on the way up at the bar on the overlook. The town of Pianoconte is a quick walk through mountain streets, all the while looking out over the gentle Mediterranean. The view from the apartment is stunning in and of itself.

Claudio was a very generous and responsible host, giving us rides to and from the ferry, and even inviting us to dinner and breakfast with his friends and family.

The room itself is bare-bones: an old bed (which was probably two twins shoved together into a "queen size"), a small kitchenette and a tidy bathroom. The doors could use some screens and maybe a fan would be nice, but otherwise the location is paradise and the apartment served all our needs. I would highly recommend Claudio's spot to any and all vacationers and adventurers alike!