Graziella is a really great host. As we arrived on weekend, hungry and with no food, she bring us some from the bakery. She always respond on our requests and she is very nice person in general. The apartment is very nice, enough room for 3 adults and 2 children. The air conditioning is on the ground floor. The good news is that the apartment is located on gated area, so you don't have to worry about the car. The beach is about 500 meters (measured by gps), the sea is beautiful, but the beach is stony. Overall Mascali and the surroundings are really worth seeing, especially Etna and Taormina, and also all the towns around e.g. Giarre., Acireale. We sure come back soon. Take the coat and warm clothes if you want to go on Etna!