Would like to thank Valeria for the opportunity of staying in her unique and delightful villa. We had a fantastic time using the villa as a base to explore local beaches, Taormina and the slopes of Etna (including its vineyards). Highlights included the two delicious and authentic Sicilian meals prepared by Sarah and her team of cooks. Extremely friendly and generous hosts. Alessio also kindly arranged a Padel booking at the Tennis and Padel club in Giardini Naxos five minutes drive from the villa. Early morning Padel followed by coffee and cornettos stuffed to the brim with pistacchio cream at Augusto's cafe became the morning routine! Fantastic sea food, fruit and vegetables throughout the week. Our oversight not to request an early opening of the pool.

Lovely Villa, our group was very happy. Close to Giardini Naxos, a little further to Taormina but close enough. Older house, up a windy, gated road through an orchard. Very friendly arrival and wonderful neighbor. The deck is super, great view of Etna. Great space for a big group, my only complaint was the dove who thought he/she was a rooster and needed to wake me up early in the morning a few times.

Everything was enjoyable about this remarkable old Sicilian casina which was evocative of the Italy that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Our property manager, Alessio, made sure that questions or special requests were immediately and cheerly answered. Despite chilly rainy weather we used the villa as a departure point for the wide variety of destinations, restaurants, and historical sites throughout the region, including Etna, which smiles down on it from on high. A very special and unexpected surprise was a visit to the Giardini Victoria which Valeria’s sister Victoria has created on the property to preserve and celebrate the region’s spectacular agricultural and natural flora. The orange, lemon and grapefruit orchards were just beginning to bloom. One can only imagine the perfume they will be creating in the next few weeks! This may not be the best choice for those who are not familiar with Italy’s quirks and customs, but for those who are a special experience awaits!

Needs some tender lover care