Casa Melograno is just as beautiful in the flesh as it is in the pictures, but genuinely comfortable and homely too. There is a genuinely stylish mix of old and new furniture and accessories which gives a really unique look. The kitchen is well equipped with pots and pans of every size, as well as a cafetière and a nespresso machine (I always worry about proper coffee facilities in rental accommodations!). The setting is beautiful - the pool area/garden is so peaceful and luscious. It’s an easy drive/taxi into Syracuse/Ortigia (and we also did trips to Noto and Marzamemi from the house) but is a quiet escape from the city. Also recommend taking a sunset walk from the property down to the coast and taking in the beautiful cliffs. The hosts were communicative, polite and helpful. Couldn’t be faulted.