SImona is a generous and thoughtful host who waited for us as we negotiated Ortygia's tiny streets - and even booked us a parking lot. The home is small but perfectly appointed with all you will need, including a washing machine! The table and chairs in the courtyard are the perfect spot for breakfast and lunch. There are few tourists around but you are a few steps from the sea. There is one thing missing, however, is air conditioning; it affected my family as we were there on the hottest days of the summer.