We stayed at Orlando and Carmen's house from 24 June to 3 July 2016.
This was our first visit to Sicily although we have been to Italy on three occasions before.
The house was just how it was described, comfortable, clean and suitably equipped. The bed was comfortable and we had good sleeps.
The terrace with table and chairs was excellent and quiet and allowed us to eat outside at all times of the day and night. The adjacent road was hardly noticeable at the back of the house.
We particularly enjoyed the fact that the sun was out every day and the evenings were very warm and allowed the outdoor experience, we we just do not get in the UK. We hadn't reckoned on how hot Sicily is in late June early July..... a fantastic difference to the UK.
Marzameni is about a 15 minute walk from the house on well lit roads. It is very lively and the number of restaurants leaves you spoilt for choice. The night of the Italy v Germany Euro football was lively until the penalty shoot out which Italy lost. Being able to walk to the village was great as we could sample the local red wine and not worry about driving back. Parking not easy in the village anyway.
The Vendicari nature reserve 20 minutes by car north up the coast is definitely worth a visit. There are a number of fantastic unspoilt natural beaches. The far beach at Eloro was our favourite.
Siracusa/Ortigia at night is one of the best experiences we have ever had.... beautiful.
To sum up. Our stay at this house was excellent. It was an ideal base where you could explore the surrounding area.
I can recommend this house... I think you might enjoy it!