Our host had a lovely young woman meet us in the piazza duomo even though we were late in arriving in Syracuse - having driven from scoplello. She even saved a free parking space for us which was a five minute walk from the apartment. She brought us to the apartment and showed us all we needed to know.
The location was terrific - 2 minute walk from the most beautiful piazza in Syracuse. The apartment was perfect - very clean, great beds, full kitchen, washing machine, and all the dishes, pots, utensils, etc that one needs in which to cook. The pull out couch was even firm.
I was quite surprised at how new the furniture and beds were in a courtyard building that is any centuries old. Marta has great taste.
I also liked the fact that the apartment had 3 floors which allowed privacy and down time for people,who had travelled with each other for over a week.
I was sad to leave this beautiful apartment in a truly lovely city.