Thank you Pierpaolo! What a cool apartment in the center of old Ortigia.
Pierpaolo was really kind and welcoming, and made sure our stay in Ortigia was off to a great start.
The apartment is such a perfect location, in a very unique and gorgeous Vicolo off of Piazza San Filippo. The neighborhood, while quiet on the Vicolo is just steps to everything you would need. We walked the entire Island of Ortigia during our stay, I mean every corner, and we always felt so lucky to be staying here. The neighbors take a lot of pride in the beauty of this area and the roads leading to the apartment in either direction are just magnificent with all of the trees, plants, flowers, vines and more. A really special area.
The apartment itself was so unique, artsy and cool. From the antique floors, art, fixtures etc. it really transports you to a different time, we loved it. We travelled with our young child (2.5yrs) and it was perfect. Though there are some steps that we had to keep him away from, never was it a problem. There is a neat little staircase to a plant filled rooftop patio that is a perfect spot to chill and reflect on the day.
The apartment was clean, and stocked with everything you would need for a short or long stay in Ortigia.
Walking distance to everything on the island, and really close to several excellent restaurants and cafes. Piazza San Filippo and the Teatro Di Pupi are basically right there. Caffe Guidecca is right there too and highly recommended, the coffee is excellent, the staff amazing and friendly, and the pistachio cornetto’s are ridiculous.
Parking at Talete was easy and painless and a 5 minute walk. Dropping off and picking up luggage was simple enough and Pierpaolo was very helpful in guiding us.
Thanks again Pierpaolo, this was a great end to our 2 weeks in Sicily!