I highly recommend this beautiful apartment. The photos are 100% accurate but they don't adequately communicate just how special this place is. It is very large for a one bedroom with stunning views of Taormina and the sea. While we were there the sea breezes kept it naturally cool, there was no need for air conditioning. It has a very well equipped kitchen if you are inclined to cook, BBQ, fast wifi, washing machine, espresso maker, amazing rooftop terrace and is in a perfect location in Taormina close to everything yet away from the tourist crowds. We found it to be exceptionally clean, beautifully decorated and everything was in perfect working order. The owner Rachele is super helpful, she met us at the bus station and took us to the apartment (really more like a small house) to show us everything and to describe how to get around in Taormina and what to do in the surrounding area. Rachele has also prepared some very useful instruction sheets in Italian and in very clear English as well for how to use everything in the apartment. She is exceptional in communicating and stayed in touch with us throughout our stay. Since we haven't really finished exploring this area we intend to return someday and if Rachele's apartment is available then we will stay here, no need to look elsewhere!