This was a delightful and authentic Sicilian home with all the charms of the old world but the comforts of a modern house. We absolutely enjoyed our time settling into the rooms, preparing small meals and sitting out on the terrace to enjoy the dual views of the sea and Mt Etna. It's really amazing to be nestled within both incredible views. I did morning yoga on the terrace and each direction I turned was stunning.
The house has many doors and rooms and windows with incredible manual shutters. It was fun to get to know the space and imagine what it was like when Angelo and his family lived here when it was a lemon estate. There are old family photos on the walls, and an entire floor is devoted to recreation. The expansive lawn has a stunning pool and a grove of trees where a mysterious white horse often grazes in the distance (Seriously! We thought we were seeing a unicorn!) There is a lot to explore in the house alone, but the proximity to other Sicilian towns is the biggest asset of this rental. We drove to Taormina in 20 minutes and the airport in Catania is 30 minutes away. This place is perfect if you are looking to relax in a home-like environment, make a few meals while you explore the area by car. The shops in town for vegetables, bread and meat are top-notch and easy to navigate even though we only spoke English. If there is anything you need, do not hesitate to ask Guilia and Angelo. They are the kindest and most helpful people and immediately replied by text for any questions we had. We hope to return again!
*Note about arrival: the GPS directions on google maps are incorrect. It tells you that you have arrived about 100 meters too early. You must continue down an overgrown road until you reach the end where there are three houses. La Villa dei Limoni is the first one on the left.