Giangiacomo's place is really amazing - photos can't do the location justice! It is a large villa with huge terrace and balcony immediately above a beautiful bay. There are steps down to the beach so you can be from the terrace and into the sea in 10 seconds! The bay is a nature reserve so boats are not allowed. It is really shallow and the water is crystal clear - you can see the fish swimming from the balcony! The beach is shared by the nearby hotel but it was really quiet when I stayed.
The villa itself has a large kitchen with all amenities: big fridge, good hob, coffee machine. The room has its own bathroom. The room is very large (1 double bed, 1 single) with plenty of drawers, hanging space and a large TV with Italian channels and international news. The terrace has sun loungers and a dining area under the canopy.
The area is quiet but that is part of the beauty and personally I would much rather have stayed here with the beautiful bay rather than in the city. There is a restaurant c.15 mins walk away and a few other really good ones c.30 mins walk away. I felt really safe walking on my own. Giangiacomo also has some bikes you can borrow I think. The city of Siracusa is just a short drive across the bay.
Giangiacomo was really helpful and accomodating and very easy to liaise with. I will definitely stay again - one of the most beautiful locations I could have hoped for!