Davide's place is something else. Not only the location (in the foothills of the Etna), but also the surroundings (vineyard) and the amazing view is a dream come true. You have the spacious three room apartment (living room, bathroom and sleeping room) compelety for yourself. The only missing, in my opinion, is some artwork on the walls. Davide himself is a perfect host, communicates very well (perfect English), and loves to show you around his mountainous vineyard. If you ask me: there is no better place to discover volcano. By the way: forget comments about the road towards the house: put the car in first gear, drive slowly and within minutes you will enjoy the peace and quiet of your new home.

mixed experience for us. No cot when we arrived as we requested from the start. Davide has bought a 3 days after our arrival. Problem fixed. eccentric housing = waste of time for sightseeing and sometimes cut water. However the accommodation is new, clean and modern. Sea views when the weather permits. Quiet (apart from barking dogs at night).

Davide's place was so lovely and really unique. It was great to meet him, see the beautiful land that he lives on and try his amazing wine. The place itself is lovely and modern and has beautfiul views of the towns and ocean below as well as Etna. I would say a car is essential to explore the local beaches and towns. Would highly recommend a stay here.

Davide and Valentina are great hosts! Due to some electricity problems on Sicily we weren't able to stay on the Etna but they let us stay in another beautifull place. One of the highlights was the orchard with lots of fresh fruit. They'll do everything to make your stay unforgetable. We will come back.

An amazing secluded location with breathtaking views of the ocean and mt Etna. Arne greeted us and went out of his way to make sure we were happy. The rural location was great for evening BBQs and our 7 yr old to explore. Excellent pizzas in presa just up the rd. Ideally need an all wheel drive, but seen many locals with little fiats in the area.

The environment and the vista is second to none. Its secluded and magical. This place is for people who love nature and a little magic. The construction is made with such commitment and attention to detail. Its perfect for those who simply want to get away from it all yet not too far from the towns, cities and beaches. I can't recommend this place highly enough and Davide is a fascinating man doing what he believes in incredibly well from what I can see. You don't find places and people like this often.

Staying at Davide's place on Mt Etna was a memorable experience. Davide is a charismatic person - full of life and positive energy. The views are outstanding from the BnB. It has a completely serene quality and a place where you feel at one with nature and the people who live and work on the mountain. The first time you drive in is challenging. We had a great day at Davide's at a BBQ with friends and guests on an organised wine tour. We suggest taking in what you need the first time, then you can relax without unnecessarily having to travel in and out for extras. Thanks for the experience Davide.

Really cool place for people trying to get out of touristic and noisy places. You get on the slope of Etna!!! and the first thing that you see in the morning is the volcano. On the other side you see blue color of the see. Also Davide produces his own wines, so wine lovers, this is definitely option for you. All VERY clean, new and cosy. Highly recommended

impressive at the foot of Ethnicity place. Davide and Valentina were bent on our stay there was the best. The apartment is new, spacious, well equipped and comfortable. In addition, the setting is exceptional. Davide makes a great wine and knowing put an incomparable natural environment within our reach. We recommend it 100%.

New Housing counselor for travelers who love nature. Very nice old house completely renovated and equipped to nine with a beautiful view of the bay of Taormina. Access a little delicate. Davide welcomed us very warmly and in a perfect french. He knew us to share his passion for wine, olive oil and Sicily LA. Congratulations and all our encouragement for LA continuation of this great project of life!

A little place of paradise ! peacefull, amazing view, and completely new house ! Davide is a very warm and welcoming host who make you fell at home! we were lucky to be there for a wine and cheese testing evening, the wine made by Davide is great we took some for the rest of our trip. If we come back, we will book directly there ! take care Davide !

This was overall a great experience. ARRIVAL: Davide had sent us directions on how to get to the house. Directions were very clear and therefore it was easy for us to get there. We did not meet Davide or Valentina during our stay, but we met Antonella, who takes care of the house and who was very kind. LOCATION:The location of the house is quite far from any other house, and 5 minutes driving from the village of Presa. This guarantees silence, calmness, an unspoilt environment, clear skyes and the ability to appreciate nature at its best. This is what we were looking for. The view from the house is really gorgeous. The sun will rise right in front of your bedroom window. Fom the rear window you see the very top of Etna. Amazing! HOUSE: The house is newly renovated. There is wooden floor, state of the art bathroom (shower with a tent), a kitchen, a sleeping room and a coach that turned into a king size bed for our daughters. Very high ceilings, lovely! We were in the apartment at the first floor. Some other guests were staying at the ground floor, however the area is huge and therefore not really aproblem to share the surrounding grounds with another family. CONCLUSION: all in all a great experience, we would go back tomorrow!

Looks like we were amongst the first to visit the place but the house and it's location are just wonderful. Very spacious on the slopes of the Etna surrounded by nature - we enjoyed our stay a lot. The swimming pool was not yet in place and internet not yet installed but they will certainly follow soon and the potential of this place is huge. Keep in mind that there is only a (nice) pizzeria in the village and nothing much in neighboring villages. The road to the house is a bit rough but we had a great time.

Unfortunately we stayed only one night and arrived very late, so we were not able to try the swimming pool which looked lovely. Apart from this the accommodation was as described.

Gianni has received us by leaving us maps for the region with explanations for the visit of Etna. As against the housing is really viellot and musty ... The rather soft spring bed ... No room bed in the living room ...

Our stay at the home of Gianni was impeccable. The site is beautiful and Gianni is a host of the best. The house has a gorgeous view of the volcano, it is very convenient and Gianni is a person always willing to solve any problem. The indications given us to visit the area were precious. A few kms away you can visit the Etna, Taormina, Catania and all the small villages surrounding the volcano. The house is in the middle of calm and nature is perfect for a long stay relax. We'll be back!

This complex has , I believe, 3 or 4 separate units. The apts are very clean, and equipped with basics for cooking if needed, towels, linens, etc. The bathroom was modernized. we only stayed 2 days, mainly as a base to visit Taorimina, Etna, etc. A car is necessary. It is quiet, very secluded, and there is a nice setting in the back with veranda, tables, chairs, pool, ping pong table, fruit trees. The WiFi was not very reliable. Overall, a great value. When locating the residence, follow signs that say "Etna House" .

Thank you for everything Gianni. We are very pleased with our stay with you. The house, the garden, the pool, the view of Mount Etna ... everything is perfect. Gianni is a very considerate host, he even lent us a GPS for the time of our stay. We will look very good memories.

Nice house and very good location between the etna and taormina. Be aware though that you don't have the whole farmhouse for yourself as there are three rooms available.

Gianni is THE best of the best host I never seen: always kind, available for any questions, ready to drive us to touristic places. Gracie mille for everything. It was just a fantastic weekend! The house and swimming pool are so beautiful and perfect for living and relaxing: you don't want to come back after in your house.

There were 7 days in June at Gianni and were satisfied look. Although all four apartments were occupied, no feeling of tightness came on. The apartment Gianni are all pretty easy from furniture and the dishes. In addition, the garden is not just maintained but "natural." But that was OK and for 4 and the apartment are indeed all in an old farmhouse, which has been built from the very very narrow steep road down the slope. Therefore all apartment are successively at different levels. The garden itself is flat. In the garden there is a large covered seating area under a wooden gazebo and - for as a cost-effective Location really great - the pool with plenty of chairs look good (as can be seen in his pictures). From the pool you can on the one hand and the Etna see on the other side aut Taormina and Castelmola look (which is a very nice ambience in the evening). So who does not disturb the simple (but clean) rustic ambience, will be able to live very nicely here. The location is also great for trips to Etna Nord, the Alcantara Gorge, to Taormina. The beach is just 8 km (through the many curves but felt 20 km) but there are only gravel and it goes steeply into the sea - not for children). Gianni himself comes every day from one place of residence (Randazzo, 20 km) and is looking for the right, the pool etc. He eats very very helpful and friendly. The location of the apartment is extremely quiet. Next there is a few km away Piedimente (there is nothing going on - but there is an inexpensive MD-discount store there-at the southern entrance immediately on the left!).

Reality is even better than photos, really! We totally enjoyed our vacation in Trente's house. Most of important things have already been said - fully equipped house, clean swimming pool, very private property, pleasant terrace with a great view. Everything was exactly as described and we can definitely recommend this accommodation. You can relax and do simply nothing but also Piedimonte Etneo is a very good start point to explore east of Sicily and Lipari Islands (not so far to Milazzo, Messina, Catania, Siracusa) and quite close to nice beaches in Giardini Naxos and Taormina. Car is more than highly recommended and good driving skills too! :-) We were lucky and met few neighbors and we were astonished by their kindness. Thanks Trente and Filip!

If you like birds are singing and tweeting, nature and silence its a great place to be. Thanks Trente!

The house has a beautiful terrace with a great view. Sorry, we could not use a lot of the outdoor unit, as the weather was too bad. We enjoyed all the more trentes great CD collection and made ourselves comfortable in the living room when we were not on the road. We had not realized that the living room is located one floor below, and therefore does not have the view to the terrace and the great view. We thought that was a shame, but it says in the description. The persimmons from the garden were delicious and inspired us to cook jam. Trente was helpful and gracious host. She took care of immediately to a hot water problem and took the farewell also like to answer a few suggestions. We look forward to a next Sicily holiday!

Very peaceful countryside house where to sunbathe or rest under olive trees before going to explore this densely occupied part of Sicily with many interesting places. Although property is not located in the middle of nowhere as you could think from photos, terrace and garden of it is very private, calm and restful. The house is tastefully arranged, sufficiently comfortable and large. Still there are some problems with bathrooms equipment and few of towels were not fresh. Hosts are very kind and responsive. Nice place to spend holidays!

The house is exactly as shown on the pictures and described in text. What is even more exciting for us personally - is a great olive tree garden, a reealy huge one. Philip is very nice and cooperative. We stayed with kids and enjoyed it. Thanks!

It's a beautiful place! Peace and tranquility, immersed in a fabulous! The house is very large and super-equipped! You need a medium because it is isolated. Trente and her husband are very friendly and hospitable ;)

Superb! The ideal place to relax on the foothills of Etna. We stayed one week and were sad to leave this unique house located in midst of olive trees & nature with a great view from the terrace on the valley and bay in the distance. We really enjoyed the peace & quiet, the privacy, the pool and the Jacuzzi, which was especially relaxing after visiting the nearby sights with our teen kids. The house is spacious and has a very well equipped kitchen and also outdoor cooking facilities. Trente & Filip are very friendly hosts and gave us plenty of insider tips on where to shop, dine and visit. We really felt at home and had a lovely holiday.

Great location and lovely house. A perfect spot for seeing the lovely sites around Etna. The house was clean and child friendly, the only downside with there not being a bath but that was my fault for overlooking it and we managed perfectly with a shower. The outside kitchen area was really nice when having bbqs and the views were spectacular. Thank you for having us!

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Davide helped us in every respect with regard to: eat, drink (! Own wine) and instructions regarding the location. What a wonderful man!

Me and my girlfriend we were hosted in this beautiful place surrounded by nature and simplicity. We stayed 4 nights, David has done everything possible to get us to spend these days. If you love nature, looking for peace, quiet and beautiful scenery this is the place !!!

We had a nice stay at Davide's garden loft! He and his friend were inviting us to diner, it was a great pleasure to get to know Davide's passionate project, we had a very pleasant evening. It was easy to get lost by arrival because the house is in the middle of nature, if you want to have a off city vacation, it's a very nice place to stay. Thanks again for the host, hope to see you soon! Lucie

An arrival fuss of Davide who guided us on the last kilometers. It is a warm host ... The setting is wild and authentic. The magic of starry nights and breakfast overlooking the sea will remain unforgettable. The room is spacious with all the comfort and is bathed in sun at dawn. It is an ideal base for touring around Etna. Indulge !

great communication from Davide pre and post arrival. new and clean apartment with washer was very comfortable. definitely use the opportunity to try his natural wine!

Davide is a warm host, we were very well received. He immediately put us at ease and made everything possible to make our installation to be successful. Besides the first night, we and a German couple, attended a "tribal" Davide barbecue and other hosts have organized. We spent an unforgettable evening. As winemaker, he took the opportunity to make us taste the wines of its production. Wines also very good bill. The room is located in a beautiful park with trees and behind the village, calm and serenity are with return. The room, spotlessly clean, well equipped. The sea view is a major asset. We highly recommend this room. Fred and Anita

Cool place and cool people. Valentina and Davide are very kind and helpful. The access road is a little bumpy but we made it without problem on a fiat 500. The location is perfect for exploring Taormina and the Etna. Davide's wine is also very good, do not miss the chance to try it.

Great clean quiet place. Met some nice other guests which we spend to evening with and went on a trip to the Etna. Nice place to relax and plan trips to other places near. Communication with the owner was a bit tough sometimes.

It was such a privilege to stay at Cinzia and Diego's beautiful farm and they were the perfect hosts, making sure we had everything we needed and providing us with fresh vegetables from their vegetable garden and their own wine and olive oil. They also gave us some good recommendations on places to visit/things to do during our stay. I would highly recommend having dinner with them during your stay - Cinzia's cooking is delicious and we enjoyed talking to them and hearing their stories about their lives and development of the farm, but prepare yourself to feel VERY full afterwards! The space itself is very comfortable and well equipped. The kitchen has everything you need and the view from the terrace is stunning. The farm feels very remote and rural but there are restaurants and supermarkets around 10 minutes away by car. We really enjoyed our time at Bagol'Area and would love to go back and visit again. Thanks Cinzia and Diego :)

Beautiful place and impressive view, romantic and very comfortable house, perfect and charming terrace, great location, the perfect place to disconnect or simply relax – really a fantastic setting which offers a lot of inspiring moments. Cinzia and Diego are wonderful people and hosts – thank you so much for your hospitality, kindness and warm welcome. We had a great time and we will come back Christina & Frauke

It was a great pleasure and privilege to stay at this farm. The accommodation is stylish and comfortable, and the views of the coast are absolutely stunning; we spent hours on the loungers/hammock chair just taking things in, cooled by warm breezes, and accompanied much of the time by two of the friendliest dogs you can imagine. Cinzia cooks meals on request, and she and her partner Diego were wonderful hosts. We loved the food and drink (much of it farm products) and were fascinated to learn about their brave and inspiring organic farming project. The building we stayed in would be perfect for a family of four. It suited our needs well, but if you are travelling like us as two seperate couples, you might want to think about also trying to book the adjoining two-bedroom apartment, for extra privacy and space. This location is so special, you would not regret the extra expense.

Arriving at night it was an adventurous drive up the mountain to this most beautiful house amidst wellkept orchards, olive groves and vineyards. Cinzia was a wonderful host, offering advice whenever needed; so we had no chance to get lost in city-traffic nor in the mountains. We also recommend her cooking! Thank you so much also to Diego for guiding us through past and present of the place and environment. What great work you all at Bagol do!

A beautiful place for anyone looking for peace and relaxation. The apartment is beautifully and tastefully decorated and well equipped. The view from the terrace is absolutely beautiful. Cinzia and Diego were always helpful and very good hosts. We had a lovely time there and think like them back. Many thanks!

This place is truly incredible! It exceeded all my expectations and more! The accommodation is a beautifully renovated old farm building done to a very high standard and quality. The house is up in the hills and the view from the terrace, overlooking the coastline, with Etna behind you is amazing!! Cinzia is a fabulous host and everyone is absolutely lovely. We were able to have fresh fruit and veg, grown on the farm whenever we needed it. They also make their own natural wine (Nerello Mascalese) from their grapes which if you love wine, you must try! The roads up to the house are steep so you will need to have a car to make the most out of your stay. I cannot fault this place and we will back next year, for longer!

We have spent two weeks in the lovely and well-equiped apartment, which is located amidst a vast interesting, but secluded farm. (As others noted, the way up can be rough.) The environment is beautiful and you will have the chance to enjoy stunning views, cook and read.. The people that work there seem friendly as well. Though we would have liked to know a little more about the farm, unfortunately we didn't have the chance to meet/talk to Cynthia in person. That said, the only thing that we regret was that upon arrival we were assigned to a different apartment than we had opted for online, so we had to ask for the booked apt. and it felt awkward during the stay.

Chris and I spent a month at Diego and Cinzia's farm. It was the perfect location for us as a home base for our extended stay in Sicily. The setting was beautiful and quiet, and had a stunning view from the hillside to the sea and towards Taormina. We both had to do some work as well (remotely on the computer) and the wifi was good enough for us to be able to do that. Amenities, kitchen, etc were all as pictured and described, and all sufficient for us to live there (cooking, laundry, etc) for the month. We are both trail runners and cyclists and it happened that Diego is as well, and he provided us with excellent advice on running, hiking, and cycling routes, and we even got to accompany him and his friends on a fabulous trail run that we otherwise, as tourists, would never have had the opportunity/knowledge to do. The road up to the farm is steep and bumpy as noted in other reviews, however our little Nissan Micra rental had no problem with it. It is not walkable to any shops (10 minute or so drive to towns) but that was not a problem for us and there are many grocery stores and restaurants, etc in the 3 nearby towns. We miss the sounds of the working farm, the cowbell and the sheep, and visiting the donkeys, and our faithful daily dog visitors Antonito and Luna. Cinzia and Diego were easy to communicate with during the entire process (before and during our stay), and were responsive to any issues or questions we had during our stay. We highly recommend Cinzia and Diego's place for a stay in the Sicilian countryside.

Nice house, very typicall. Nice People.

Rosy's house is a wonderful experience : in an old winery, overlooking piedimonte etneo. The terrasse is great even if we did not enjoy it as much as we wanted due to the bad weather. The house is clean, pretty, quite un-ordinary but yet very comfy! The place is very quiet as it is a 5/10 minute drive from Piedimonte, using very narrow roads to climb to the house. We did not have the chance to meet Rosy as shed had to go on a trip just before our arrival but she did everythinh so that we could be welcomed to the house.

A great place to stay! And Rosy an always anxious, friendly and helpful hostess.

We really enjoyed our time at the old winery. Great location with scenic views at Taormina and the sea and a lot of privacy. Inside almost everything you might need is there and the temperature within the house stays pleasant even in the middle of summer.

The house is very confortable, in a quiet domain of olive trees with an amazing point of view from the terass. Rosy and her husband are very nice people who want to make sure that the comfort is ok. You can go for sure you will have a excellent stay in sicilia!

We went to the beautiful place of Rosy and her husband, and it was amazing. We were picked up by a family member of Rosy to go to the house. It's a 5-10 minute ride from the road to catania/taormina. Not in Piedemonte itself. Those cities (catanie and taormina) are very near, about half an hour maximum. The place was lovely! The view is stunning and the place itself is very characteristic. Everything we needed was there. When we left we got wine from their garden as a gift, a prosecco wine and a box of nice sicilian sweets. They were very welcoming and when we would go back, we would love to go there again.

It was a bit tricky to get because we had not received a house number in different communications address, but in the end it all came together. Filippo picked us to show us the way. Nina and Filippo are extremely helpful and concerned about their guests. If there is anything like worry, you can knock on their door. Their house is full of flowers, very clean and fully equipped. The place is beautiful, you can see Mount Etna from the terrace, the sea is not far away .. A car is indispensable. Filippo, Nina thank you again to you both!

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It was realy a very beautiful and clean House and Filippo and his wife are a Friendly and lovely couple!

We were very good at home Filippo, was always attentive to our needs and bringing many facilities for all. The house is cozy, comfortable and is very clean.

We had a wonderful stay with Nina and Filippo. We arrived when it was dark, Filippo took us to local Coop for supplies. The house was very clean and comfortable with a large fully equipped kitchen. There is a lovely terrace coming off the kitchen with wonderful views of Mt Etna. The house is well equipped. Plenty of supply shops in town. Thank you Nina and Filippo for a wonderful warm and welcoming stay ... They are a lovely couple. Gianna and Marc

Welcome kind and caring, a house clean and cozy, a nice and quiet for visiting Taormina, Alcantara, Etna, Catania.

Filippo and his wife are super friendly. They answered all our questions. Their house is large and very nice. The terrace is a nice touch. This is a very quiet place. The area is superb. Etna and Taormina are just next door. The car is mandatory.

We really appreciate our stay at Filippo's house. The appartment is very clean, spacious, cozy and well equipped. The hosts are very helpful and you can find in the apartment everything you may need: from charcoal and grill to milk in the fridge:) It was very kind. Additionally, the place of the apartment is very good for visiting Etna, Taormina or Alcantaro. The house is in the quite place, surrounded by garden full of flowers. I'd definitely recommend this place for lovers of nature and privacy!

First off, the area is beautiful, driving around and seeing wild flowers, grape vines, lemon trees. The place Andrea and his parents live is amazing! A little apart from where they live, there are two private houses and a shared swimming pool (which we had to ourselves, yay!). We were invited to pick our own eggs in the morning from the chicken coop and we received some Italian wine, lovely almond cookies (specialty of the region) and fresh fruit. The place is ideal for families, but also for couples who like some peace and quiet. We loved it!

We stayed at Villa Betulle for 2 weeks during August. We were there with our 3 kids and had a fantastic time. Andrea and his family were great hosts and they did everything possible to make us feel welcome. If you are visiting Sicily with your family, this is a great place for kids to have fun. Swimming at the pool every morning, walking around the (huge!) property, taking eggs from the chickens or watching the Etna at nights made ours very happy. Like I said, Andrea and his family took really good care of us!

Andrea's family met us at the church at Montargano to show us the way and introduce us to the property. They welcomed us with fresh tomatoes, peaches, wine and macaroons which were wonderful. We also collected fresh eggs from their hens. The listing was accurate and the pool area was even better than pictured with a sheltered seating area and excellent sunbeds with protective visors. The pool was well kept and big enough to enjoy a swim. The house was snug but perfect and well equipped. Outside the house was a very large patio with a covered seating area (where we ate all our meals) and further seating nearer the barbecue. Electric sockets outside enabled easy laptop use outside. Every amenity had been considered and supplied. The house is a about a 1.5m walk from Presa which has a good local shop and lovely pizzeria. Etna can be seen smoking along the way and this road is part of the ring road which takes you 360 degrees around the base of Etna (about a 3 hour drive). You are much higher up than the town of Mascali which is on the coast and a modern town. Betulle is set in picturesque hilly countryside and is completely secluded. The family house is further down the hill. We highly recommend a stay - you most certainly won't regret it and like us will have lovely memories when you leave.

We had a great time at Villa Betulle. Andrea is a very nice host and his family was kind and invited us for a real Sicilean lunch. The house is charming and there is plenty of space around. The place is central to visit the Etna Nord and South side, taormina, and the Alcantara Valley.

We had an absolutely lovely stay in villa Betule despite the lack of good weather (we did not even use the pool). Andrea and his parents were very welcoming and had a helping hand available when needed. Besides, his mother can help you when you have car issues, just great. Definitely coming back!

Very pleasant stay in this beautiful little house surrounded by greenery ... Very warm welcome from Andrea and her father with whom we shared a moment of picking vegetables in her garden .... and have shared their good addresses. Ideal for a relaxing stay but near many visits (taormina, Etna, Catania, etc ..)

My boyfriend and I spent about a week at Villa Betulle. The place was clean, equipped with everything one could need and very interesting. Even the pool was big enough to actually swim in it! Andrea and his parents were wonderful hosts. We were guided to the house and later invited to a Sicilian dinner together with family and other guests. Upon our arrival a bottle of wine and fresh fruit were waiting for us in the kitchen of the house. We were also invited to help ourselves to fresh eggs from the chicken who live on the property and vegetables from the garden. We can highly recommend this location!

This is why we love airbnb! Having never visited Sicily before we arrived at villa betulle and had the warmest of welcomes. Andrea's parents met U.S. and then proceeded to show us round the villa and grounds. There are fresh cherries to pick from the trees, beautiful fruits already picked in the fridge and then a lovely bottle of Sicilian wine ready for us to drink. We were also able to eat fresh eggs from their chickens every morning. The villa and the pool were wonderful and the scenery is incredible! The best part about our stay was undoubtedly Andrea and his family. We had a Sicilian lunch at their home and met his uncles, aunties and nieces. We enjoyed it so much that we went back for a second lunch on our final day. They also gave us loads of tips on where best to eat, drink and visit. Honestly I couldn't recommend them enough both as hosts and now as friends. Can't wait to go back!!

It was really nice to stay in Vena, quite place out of touristic centers, kind people and really comfortable.

Very welcoming hosts. They do everything for us to have the best stay possible. Really good Cooker. Typical Sicilian house!

Nous avons passé deux jours merveilleux dans cette petite ville au pied de l'Etna, en compagnie de Gianluca et sa famille sympathique. La maison est confortable et ne manque de rien, Gianluca prépare les repas et vous fait sentir toujours à la maison. L'emplacement est idéal pour des excursions sur l'Etna et les gorges de l'Alcantara. Hautement recommandé.

Geweldige ontvangst van Gianluca en zijn moeder. We hadden de kans om te proeven van de heerlijke gerechten van Gianluca, en we brengen een geweldige avond in hun gezelschap.

Nous avons passé deux jours fantastiques dans cette petite maison sur les pentes de l'Etna, très bien situé pour visiter les deux villes balnéaires et l'arrière-pays. Gianluca et sa famille étaient très accueillants et nous ont accueillis de la meilleure façon. Magnifique avec un dîner typique préparé par Gianluca qui prouvait un grand chef!

Gianluca und seine Mutter waren wirklich toll willkommen, sie waren auch die Snacks zur Begrüßung angeboten. Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich und mit einem atemberaubenden Blick.

Peaceful and quiet, this is how I would describe the place. Gianni was very well received and we were very helpful to us. He gave us some tips for visiting and we even brought some local dishes.

We LOVED our 10 days at Gianni's EtnaLodge! My wife and I experienced two of the four units here, Gelso vista mare (2 bedrooms, plus kitchen/sitting room; sleeps 6) and Cantina (1 large space with bedroom, sitting area with queen size pullout and kitchen; sleeps 4) because we moved near the end of our stay to make room for a family with young children. The beds were comfortable and firm, the way we like. The views of Mt. Etna and Taormina are magnificent. The pool is perfectly maintained and large, especially because it is shared by only 4 families at most (there was never more than one other family when we used the pool). The property was originally a winery, and the Cantina room was once the wine cellar - so it was naturally cool, though we used the air conditioning because we like it cold to sleep. We liked Cantina better, because it had a little more character, but the larger room was excellent too.  The kitchens were both well equipped, with two burners and enough pots and pans to cook whatever we wished. We made breakfast each day, with excellent espresso from a Gaggia machine. We BBQ'd several nights and enjoyed restaurants in nearby Taormina, Piedimonte Etneo, and Fiumefreddo. We visited Siracusa, Gole Alacantara, and Reggio Calabria, about which Gianni had many good recommendations. Gianni recommended the museum in Reggio, which turned out to be a highlight of our trip. We went to Gambino winery - the tasting there is not to be missed. There is a good discount market a couple of kilometers away (MD) and a much bigger one in Fiumefreddo (Lidl). Prices are good - lower than Long Island, where we live.  Gianni came every day to maintain the pool and grounds. He was always available by text, phone or email, and was responsive to our requests.  Here are things that Americans might worry about. EtnaLodge is on the mountainside, and you may not be used to driving in the narrow, twisting streets. But if you come to Sicily you cannot avoid the roads! There is a steep driveway from the road onto the property; no problem it just looks scary. The BBQ is homebuilt and works great with carbone (charcoal) from the market but don't forget to buy "fire starters." Water at the kitchen and bathroom basins did not get hot, but the shower did and that was most important. Good WiFi in the backyard and in the first room we had; we watched Netflix there. But it doesn't reach the other rooms. You have to go in the yard to FaceTime with folks back home.  This is not a hotel, it's like staying at a friend's well-maintained mountain home. I felt it was a great value. I will definitely stay here again the next time I come to Sicily ... And we had such a good time, I hope that the next time will be soon. 

Housing is actually an apartment in a house that has four in total, this is not described in the ad. The apartments do not overlook the garden (doors open onto the housing downhill slope of parking), no possibility of sitting down quietly as suggested by the photograph, you must share these common spaces with other tenants. The apartments are sound (meaning without problems the neighbors), clean although the bedding blankets are used and deserve to be changed (holes in it). There is no heating, but one open fire, inefficient when it is cool. The house is really remote villages, which makes it quiet, the scenery is nice. Gianni did not assign the slot us which was busy, so he seemed available at the time of rental (he proposed to change the next night but we stayed two nights).

Very welcome. Well located. We recommend

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The transfer went as agreed. He did not fuss about an hour before check in and check out an hour later. He was frequently present.

Great views over Taormina and Mount etna... Nice pool... Far away from everything...

We had chance to spend few days at Giannis place. It is in the beautiful, quiet neighborhood close to the Etna volcano. Location is also good when visiting close cities (taormina, syracuse, catania). Facilities at Giannis place - pool, table tennis made our stay even better. The house was clean and comfy. Can recommend to everyone.