We were 2 families with 2 year old daughters and travelled at the end of September. Cettina and her husband were very kind and helpful. Cettina managed to get 2 baby cots for us and high chair which was really appreciated.
Overall house is in traditional Sicilian style, very spacious with 2 balconies. Although we were worried about mosquitos they were not a problem at all. We were able to spent some time on the balcony with sea view after kids go to bed.
Garden is mostly for decorative purposes. It has variety of mediterranian trees and plants. But girls had to be supervised at all times as it is full of steep stairs.
Beach is 5-10 min walk. Depending on the time of the year sea can be quite rough. At the end of september we had 2 rough days and 2 calm.
Beach is pebbly.
We spend one day in Taormina and another day at Isola Bella. Both a very nice places which can be easily reached within 30min walking.
The only thing we didnt like is absence of pedestrian paths along the sea. To reach shops, restaurants, Taormina, Isola Bella we had to walk with buggies10-20min on a busybroad with cars. Obviously its not a problem if you have car.
In general we enjoyed our stay. Thanks Cettina!