Rossana is the perfect host! She represents all the best things about Airbnb: a lovely comfortable home, local knowledge, and warm hospitality in a part of the country/area which you may not normally visit. She was quick to reply to messages, and met us with a smile and a bowl of fruit. We took up her offer of a home-made deal for both of the nights we stayed, and it was a great decision - Rossana made really delicious three-course meals (with local wine too) which made our bellies sing.
Her home is in a quiet spot on the edge of Pedara, and it feels like you're in the middle of the woods. However, it's still easy to access by bus from Catania. We were able to walk to Nicolosi (50 mins) and take a bus to Etna for some hiking, but it is probably easier with your own car ;-)
It really felt like staying with family, and I hope we'll be able to come back (with our family!) sometime in the future for another stay in Rossana and her husband's paradise! :-)