We fell head over heels in love with our Ischia villa. Known all over the island as Villa Gio, it is beautifully situated, with stunning views of craggy rocks, breathtaking foliage, and miles and miles of glittering, sparkling sea. Gio has decorated it with impeccable taste, and every room is spacious, comfortable, and elegant. The air conditioners in the bedrooms work beautifully, the showers are great, the beds are all very nice. And Gio is the kindest of hosts: We got lost at first finding the place, and he came right out and rescued us on his motorcycle, leading us to the villa and making us at home with a glass of Prosecco. He filled the house with food, wine and beer so that we didn't have to go shopping that first night. He gave us great tips on restaurants, boat trips, the best thermal baths, and a charming and knowledgeable hiking guide (his niece!) who took us up Mount Epomeo. Though we found the drive into the villa a little daunting at first (if we had it to do over, we'd have rented a smaller car), we got used to it rapidly, and we couldn't have asked for a more lovely spot for exploring gorgeous Ischia. We went off and explored the island every day but we loved coming home to the villa, cooling off in the jacuzzi, watching the exquisite sunsets, grilling food, and taking pictures of the delightful family of cats that would always wander by and visit us. It was a heavenly vacation and we can't thank Gio enough for being the most perfect of hosts. We hope to return!