We stayed at Carmela, Vito and Nino's house for 3 weeks with our two small children (2 and 4 years old). It was the perfect base to explore Eastern and Central Sicilia - much easier to get in and out of by car than Catania! - the parking was excellent. Our explorations were aided by Nino's excellent and personalised suggestions of where to explore each day. Including recommending Paolo our excellent guide to Mt Etna, and the wonderful donkey farm for the children. There are not enough superlatives to describe our experience at Carmela, Vito and Nino's beautiful house. We've never had a warmer welcome and a more helpful and joyous hosts - we simply felt like family. Fantastico - Grazie Mille!