This holiday was quite simply the most amazing trip we’ve had through Airbnb. After a disastrous start to the holiday due to circumstances beyond my control Mette-Mari welcomed us into her beautiful home and literally showed us nothing but kindness and compassion.
The photos do not do the place justice, her home is nothing short of a heaven on earth, an oasis of calm, tranquility and outstanding beauty. The views are breathtaking, every corner of the terraces are social media worthy and I can honestly say the fresh bread in the morning was the icing on the cake.
Set in the hillside away from the hustle and bustle of the main towns I was able to lay basking in the late Sicilian summer, choosing the sun lounger by the pool or the hammock… pomegranate trees, olive trees and literally flowers and shrubs everywhere added to the feel of being a million miles from London..
The neighbours friendly cat and her kittens pooped their heads round daily to sit and play with us, my sons are cat lovers, lovely companions. Never far from a restaurant, cafe or food markets, this is a great base for a holiday in NW Sicily.
Hiring a car is a must, there is no public transport! Also, driving should be classed as an extreme sport, not for the faint hearted but honestly it really added to the whole experience.
The beds were super comfortable, bedding was luxurious and always hot water when we needed it, it’s run off solar power panels which is very conscientious.
Kitchen in the apartment and the terrace was well stocked with cooking staples and coffee machine/microwave/kettle and hobs. We cooked at ‘home’ a lot but Mamma Rosa Restaurant (owned by the hosts) is spectacular. Food cooked to perfection (the steak was to die for!!) the waiting staff were great and very affordable and fair pricing.
As a host myself I have taken many tips from Mette-Mari and hope to apply them here at home. She honestly is a credit to Airbnb, her family warm and welcoming and we most definitely will be coming back and hope to stay with her again for many years to come.
Much love Mette-Mari from Cristina, Dario & Elijah xx