We stayed at Maria’s lovely apartment for a week in mid-January 2019. It was a wonderful experience. A little Oasis in the middle of Palermo Soho. The apartment is nicely remodeled but still maintains some original rustic elements, like the exposed brick wall. It feels airy and bright, with big windows letting in tons of sunshine. The apartment and the street were quiet, which is great for escaping the hustle and bustle of busier BA areas. All the shops, restaurants and grocery stores are just around the corner. The living room is comfortably set up so that you can lounge around on the couch while enjoying the peaceful view through the big French doors and balcony (we certainly enjoyed that). Also the spacious kitchen/dining room is nicely set up to have an intimate meal or a group gathering (a big plus if you get overloaded with non-stop steak dinners at restaurants). The bathroom and kitchen were stocked up with all the essentials (including a stove top moka espresso pot which definitely came in handy). The bed was comfortable and spacious. Maria was personable, communicated promptly and provided helpful tips and suggestions. We recommend Maria’s place without any reservations and will certainly be back!