This is a lovely flat in a great location (we hired a car so have no idea if its easy with public transport). Access to Catania, Mt Etna, Taormina - the whole east coast - is straightforward.
We had the beach literally outside our window and a little shop down the road.
Can recommend this apartment for sure. Francesco, despite being at work when we were in Sicily, was incredibly quick with responding to our questions and sorting any issues.
If your going to this part of the world I think you will struggle to find better value for money and beach space.