"Villa Mariella" belongs to the lords of Pittorino, one of the oldest families, as a settlement, on the island of Salina, in the Aeolian Islands. In the Piazzetta Pittorino, where the property is located, there is a statue dedicated to the grandfather of the hosts: Dr. Giuseppe Pittorino. He was the first medical practitioner of Leni; he went to visit the patients in the two hamlets of the Mule of the mule. A garden of tropical plants, where the park is cheered by background music, surrounds the house. An original plant of Madagascar, with medicinal properties, experienced by the illustrious grandfather, who also patented with its berries a digestive, Eupeptico Tonico Pittorino, is accompanied by hibiscus, Christmas stars, cactus, cycas, plants of pink pepper, all creating a deep sense of tranquility and relaxation. Various angles are offered to guests for their rest, shaded and not, with sun loungers, or under the pergolas and gazebos for lunch or dinner outdoors, or around the barbecue or finally sitting comfortably in the sitting-room or on the rocking chair relaxing reading; In fact, a wide selection of French, English, German and Italian romanes' necklaces is available to tourists, as well as table games, card decks, chess, lady, back-gammon, etc. A refreshing drink or a cafe around the bar in the breakfast area will await the arrival of guests.
The hosts are rightly proud of the family tradition full of ancient atmosphere and the history of their island. They will be prompted, in front of a glass, offered by them, of malvasia, delicious amber-colored dessert wine, famous local DOC product, in transmitting information about the Aeolian Islands, traditions, anecdotes. Guests will be invited to share ecological fruit baskets such as loths, tangerines, oranges, apricots, plums, figs, pomegranates, figs, grapes and mulberries depending on the warmth that distinguishes the hospitality of the South. season, fruits of their own vegetable garden that are transformed by the hostess even in tourist brunch jams.
Villa Pittorino is located in Leni, Salina, Aeolian Islands in the center of Piazza Pittorino. It is made up of a building dating back to the end of 1700, rich in historical testimonies. Completely restored in 2012 it consists of two floors: on the first floor guests stay for the B & B and guests for the only charming apartment. Today, the ancient mansion has been completely restored to its exterior and interior spaces, while retaining its noble first floor, its enchanting ambience with authentic canopy beds, suitable for those who want a "high quality" service, while preserving a nineteenth-century layout of the room-style furnishings, communicated by elegant lacquered doors, with the extraordinary perspective effects of tempered and oil-painted ceilings, combining nineteenth-century liberty furnishings, curious collections and charming presentations of the past.
Room of about 30 sqm with frescoed ceiling and canopy double bed. The furnishings are highlighted by art-deco furniture, a Liberty style bathroom, a hairdryer, a TV, a fridge-bar, an air conditioner and a ceiling fan, a large desk, two on one side and one on the street a balcony with a view towards Sicily and the islands of Lipari and Vulcano. Wi-fi free. Access by a gate near the main entrance door to the internal garden with rocking-chair, dining tables, gazebo, barbecue and sun loungers, reading / reading area Enclosed parking in the area It is also possible to add an extra bed on request , with separate cost.
Prices are based on the room at night without breakfast, which costs a part: Euro 4,00 per person per day for Italian breakfast and Euro 8,00 per international one only during the period 01 / 06-30 / 10 and / or whenever the presence of staff is present 8 hours a day on 24.