A Memorable Stay in Spacious Sicily, With a Few Hitches
We embarked on a 9-night Sicilian adventure starting September 15th, comprising two families (5 adults, 2 kids) and rented a grand, spacious house that initially impressed us with its ample rooms and elegant marble flooring. The landlord promptly welcomed us upon arrival and was notably responsive, particularly when we requested a clean-up of some sand, which was addressed within just two hours.
However, the cleanliness of the floors was not maintained in the subsequent days. Sleeping was a dream on the comfortable beds, and the two bathrooms generally served us well. A minor hiccup arose from a wastewater issue in the smaller bathroom, introducing an unpleasant sewage odor towards the end of our stay – an inconvenience I trust the owners will rectify promptly.
Unexpectedly, September brought along a squadron of mosquitoes, so future visitors might wish to pack some repellent. A more significant issue was the occasional noise from upstairs, which disrupted our family’s rest. Nevertheless, the landlord showed kindness and support when we raised our concerns, leading to a somewhat improved situation.
A slight dissonance in our otherwise beautiful experience was the uncommunicated tourist tax sprung upon us upon arrival, a small but somewhat unsettling detail.
The location provided a delightful and convenient base, mere moments from the beach and delightful dining options, creating an overall enjoyable, albeit slightly blemished, Sicilian holiday experience.