Massimo & Antonello were amazing! The location was perfect, this is a flat where we would move into if we ever downsized. When we still got lost trying to find the Porto Catania (and this was even after Massimo's extensive directions), and we kept Antonello waiting over 45 minutes past our expected arrival time, he was so patient and pleasant, it was such a relief. I relaxed as soon as I met him.

But back to the place. We arrived with luggage and Antonello helped us to the flat. Once you finally find the parking at Porto Catania you can only park on floors 1-5. He will meet you at the pedestrian area on level 7 and then you walk about five minutes to the flat.

There is a road in front of the flat which does allow traffic and when we left we drove there, but it is not just narrow, the road is VERY narrow, like "not all cars will make it through" narrow, like think about being stuck narrow. So, don't try that unless and until you watch other cars go through it for a while and then, only if you're a confident driver with all the insurance you can buy from your rental agency. Otherwise, just leave the car parked. They will help you with your luggage. If you're still determined, then I'd suggest parking your car first and then dealing with the luggage after you've watched other cars go through. We did when we left & they helped us navigate (with only a breath of spare space) through.

There is a bench outside of the flat where you can watch other cars negotiate the narrow opening while sipping wine. It makes for amusing entertainment.

The apartment sparkles. There's an equipped kitchen and a washer. The air conditioner is superb. The bed and linens are great. No breakfast is included, but there's a wonderful pastry shop just down a Taormina "street" (i.e., a few steps, a curve, and around a corner). The coffee maker shot out nespresso shots. It was so nice to have the kitchen table to sit at and update emails an notes to our friends. We didn't turn on the TV, but there appeared to be plenty of stations. There were a lot of plug-ins, so recharging electronic devices was easy. Great hot water in the shower and well-stocked with towels. The windows blocked out the road noise very effectively and the shutters made the place very dark. Very clean space.

This was the place we used to get organized to leave Sicily. There was enough space to lay everything out & repack. Massimo also had great information about the practical things to take care of here in Taormina, like where to get clothes washed and things to see.

Ask these guys anything and they will be there for you. We'd move in if we could.