We spent 16 days in Sicily as a family with four children and a dog. The stay at Simona's and Alessandro's house was great. You don't necessarily choose this property for its convenience and should make a few compromises. Just like it can be read in Simona’s description. But you are there to absorb the flair of this wonderful winery. Beautifully located, you have a view over the vineyards to the towns below to the sea and at night even to the mainland. Behind the house you can see "Mamma Etnea" as if it were within reach. There were four volcanic eruptions during our stay, incredibly impressive. At first it was also frightening if you didn't know it, but Alessandro is a very empathetic person and, with his expertise as a geologist, was very good and plausible in relieving fears. Definitely do a volcano tour with Alessandro, even if you don't speak English very well, he explains very well and speaks easy to understand. The house is also ideal for exploring a lot of the island (Catania, Taormina, Alcantara, Syracuse and and and) As hosts, the two of them are simply fantastic, we didn't get to know Simona personally, but we wrote a lot together. Both were there for us at all times, whatever our concerns, even when they were on vacation themselves. Wonderful, understanding and personable people. We hope to keep in touch.