10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
30 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO ever!
We loved our 6-night stay at this beautiful property on the slopes of Mt. Etna. This was the relaxation segment of a larger road trip around Southern Italy. Gabriela and Alfio were such welcoming guests, arranging pickups at the airport for some family who flew in to join us, offering baked goods and making available produce, eggs, wine, and other homemade products from the property. The absolute highlight was an excursion up the volcano, including a delicious picnic complete with tablecloth...expertly led and prepared by Alfio. The house, Il Palmento, is wonderfully quirky and felt authentically "Sicilian." There are a lot of stairs so it might not be ideal with someone with mobility issues. Daytrips to other towns on the eastern coast are easily planned, or just hanging out in the beautiful outside seating areas. We were even able to take a plunge in the pool in mid-October which was delightful and refreshing. Altogether it was a delightful stay - I hope to go back some day!
Verified traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023