Giuseppe is a great host. He was a huge help to us organising transport and kindly arranged for someone to collect us from the nearest train station and take us to the apartment, there being no buses on a Sunday! We hired a car, probably essential for getting around the area, though Giuseppe put us in contact with people who could act as a guide and or taxi for us. Another friend of his cooked us a fantastic dinner which was waiting for us when we returned from our day on Etna. The countryside is spectacular with a nearby gorge and waterfall where you can take a dip or enjoy the neighbouring botanical gardens. If you stay here be sure to make contact with Mariella and have her cook Sicilian food for you!! The apartment is stylish and comfortable, as you'll see from the photos. It has an amazing view of Etna best seen early morning. I'm just sorry we didn't actually meet Giuseppe in person! Maybe next time!