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Where do I start? Our stay at Orange Park was wonderful.
The property itself is lovely. 10 acres of orange trees completely fenced and gated with a view of the hills towards Etna. Since there are many cottages and a converted farm house it is the perfect intimate spot for a group of people to rent together or for an extended family. In addition to the trees, the flowers around the property were lovely.
The accommodations were wonderful. Spacious, clean and well maintained. We had a full kitchen a fridge, living room plus the bedrooms. Immediately outside were a picnic table and bbq.
The pool (with outdoor shower) was large and clean with a brand new gigantic covered picnic area adjacent. Also they were completing a brand new spa and massage area.
The location is perfectly located. Right off the autostradas. We did day trips all over Sicily with no problem.
But what made it best of all was the people, they made us feel like family. Very kind, fun and extremely helpful. Just wonderful people. Giuseppe the owner is on the property everyday and can provide you with lots of insight on the local areas and answer any question you want to know about orange groves. Stefania, goes above and beyond. She was kind enough to go with us to visit family we had never met and act as translator. She fit right in. Lastly there is Umpissa, who takes care of your every need on the property to ensure your stay is everything you need it to be.
Lastly the price can't be beat. We felt like kings. Like we had our own estate. Don't miss this gem just minutes outside Catania.
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Rob Pappalardo, Half Moon Bay/CA/USA
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