Casa Francesco

“Castellammare Centro”

I stayed in an apartment owned by Francesco in Castellammare Centro. He was extremely kind, especially since I was traveling with my bicycle and he suggested this place to make my trip easier. I thank him for his courtesy, hospitality and endless availability. See you soon, Laura 🌺

Laura·Hace un año

“Schlimmer Gestank”

I can only echo the other reviews: it’s hard to find because it’s on the far end of a factory complex you have to drive over, free‑roaming dogs bark and sniff, the outdoor area is run down, there’s no bed—just an old sofa bed where you feel every spring individually, privacy is lacking because the tenant’s apartment is connected by an unshuttable door. All of those issues could have been bearable, but the worst for me was the smell. The factory floor where the room is located probably makes wine or at least presses grapes. There was a big pile of stems, leaves, etc., the leftovers from pressing grapes beside silos and other equipment. Because it was all outside, the stench was awful, somewhere between manure and fermentation. Work went on until late evening with floodlights, which is understandable when grapes are ripe and need processing. The noise was tolerable. For the price I expected a simple lodging, but the smell surprised me. I recommend no one come here for the grape harvest. I was here at the beginning of September.

Bianca·Hace un año

“Ottima posizione, vista sulle montagne di Scopello”

The spot is great, the host is welcoming and friendly, and animals roam freely in the open areas. The outdoor space could use a bit more upkeep.

Giuseppe·Hace un año

“Posto non molto accogliente, dovrebbe essere curato di più per renderlo sufficientemente ospitale”

Nothing good to say. From the start the stay was unpleasant; we struggled to find the place because Google Maps directions were wrong, and the owner only spoke dialect and couldn’t tell us where the apartment was. The place isn’t a proper apartment but a room with a bathroom, and a small gate separated it from the rest of the house that the other tenants could open. The surrounding garden was dirty, no dogs were mentioned (we’re not allergic and don’t fear them, but a large dog and a puppy immediately approached us, and there were other animals – a cat in poor condition whose food bowl, which was a pan, was under our entrance door with various insects). The sofa was stained, there was no table, only a hospital‑style small table. Finally, every time we had to leave we had to cross a gray gate that opened onto the street, and only the owner could open it from inside, so we had to call her each time. In short, for a few extra euros you’d be better off elsewhere.

Eike·Hace un año

Very welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommended!

Milena·Hace un año