The House of Pippinitto is an old country house located between the green of citrus plantations, not far from the sea and the Mount Etna (you are at the slope of the famous volcano). Official the name of this side is “Contrada Palombaro in the territory of S. Venerina in the province of Catania. The highway runs at 10 minutes away (exit to Giarre) and the the village lies at walking distance from the house: but you can use also bike or your own car if your shopping is too heavy. Line coaches connect the center with all the towns in the surroundings, as Catania, Acireale, Zafferana Etnea, Taormina etc. . During the day you can spend your time walking, reaping fruits or enjoying excursions on Mount Etna, to the sea or visiting Taormina, Catania and other very interesting towns and tourist/natural resorts. The famous Palmento Museum lies at walking distance from the house. A very nice Golf Club at circa 30 minutes by car. The owners love pets! They have pets.... and you can bring yours without problems. And they live also in the building, so you are independent with your privacy, but nearby you can always ask for everything directly the owners, if you need. They are at your disposal.