We had a fantastic stay in the house - it is in a beautiful location within a vineyard and olive grove - but also very near to the local town Menfi for shopping and also the beach at Porto Palo - about 10 minutes drive. The family who own the property are very friendly and helped settle us in, gave us advice on the local area and even went picking tomatoes, aubergenes and cucumber from a neighboring farmer - which must be the freshest meal I have ever eaten. The house is at best in the early morning (I loved to sit in the rocking chair on the terrace and read my book before the children woke up!) and also at sunset when the views across the fields and to the sea are amazing. There is usually a nice breeze so even when it is very hot you can sit in the shade and enjoy a warm breeze. I'd advise trips to the temples at Agrigento, the Satyr sculpture at Mazaro Del Vallo (which was pulled up from the sea in nets by fishermen by amazing chance - just imagine what treasures are still down there!), and also the beach at Selinunte - nice beach bars and a view of (more) Greek temples. Also Vittorio restaurant for lunch by the beach and the Planeta Dispensa vinyard - ask for a tour and buy wine and olive oil. We had an amazing stay and fell in love with the local area and hope to return soon. Many thanks to the owners for providing such a comfortable and well equiped house.