PODERE DELL'ETNA SEGRETA - Essential Nature Hotel & Glamping

Charmerende sted, smukt beliggende i naturen imellem vinranker og oliventræer. fine små hyggelige huse og en rustik og speciel og meget charmerende restaurant. Personalet venligt. Den store ‘tastning dinner’ var overdådig, men maden var for prætentiøs og kvaliteten kunne ikke følge med. Ved afrejsen blev vi overrasket over at prisen på vinen i minibaren viste sig at være 3 gange det den koster i den lokale butik. Det er ikke rimeligt! Vi vil anbefale at hotellet laver guide til vandreture i området og til de gode restauranter i nærheden.

We spent a wonderful week this March at Podere dell’Etna Segreta, and the experience was truly unforgettable. Even with a touch of winter still in the landscape, the beauty and tranquillity of the estate are felt the moment you pass through the gate and approach the main house. Each room has its own fireplace, with wood thoughtfully provided, adding warmth and charm to the peaceful setting. Above the estate, Etna in Bianco dominates the sky, while the view from the villa’s terrace offers a breathtaking panorama of the landscape below. What makes the place truly special is the care and passion of the Grasso family and their dedicated team, who make you feel more like a guest of the family than a visitor. The chef’s creations are exceptional, making every meal a memorable experience, with new dishes already being meticulously planned for the summer season. All of this gives us the perfect reason to return in summer—to see the podere in a completely different light: vineyards heavy with grapes awaiting the right moment for the vendemmia, olive trees full of fruit, and the joy of dining al fresco on the beautiful terrace whilst taking in the beautiful surroundings. Grazie di cuore a Mario (Poet and Boss), Costanza (the Wife), Lorenzo (Chef), Gabriele and Jack (extremely dedicated staff). A presto

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This place offers stunning views over the landscapes below Etna. The rooms feel luxurious, clean, modern and you can tell they thought of every detail in the room. We only stayed one night which was not enough, next time we are staying way longer. This place is great if you want quiet luxury and a base to explore Catania and the many winieries around Etna. A place to take it slow and enjoy the views and the food.