Francesco is an excellent host. Although we didn’t meet, he responded in minutes with recommendations and useful info re Etna, hire cars and restaurants.
I would say the apartment is basic, but perfectly adequate. The location may be a little ‘colourful ‘ for some - not for us. The place had a good atmosphere, not in the least menacing. I’m glad we stayed here.
Minutes walk from the station and the centre you can’t go wrong.