We so enjoyed our stay in Ortigia and at La Gorgone apartments. Roberta was out of town, but was very responsive by messaging and welcomed any questions we had. Her brother, Fabio, was so nice, came to meet us, kindly brought us a bottle of wine, got us settled in and provided us with good information about the area. The apartment is in a very convenient location, and though parking on the island is a challenge (as in many areas of Italy), free parking was available very nearby and Roberta provided guidance about parking options before our arrival. I would suggest if you find free parking, leave your car there and explore tiny, charming Ortigia on foot (it's so easy to do and even use the bus if going into Syracusa... there's a mini-bus just over the little bridge that takes you right to the Greek Theatre... rather than driving and dealing with parking). We didn't drive for 3 days, and it was heavenly. The apartment is cozy and the private terrace up the narrow steps from the living area is a nice feature. We traveled in February. It was a little chilly, but the apartment has a main heater for the living area that was adequate and a nice space heater for the bedroom. Also, because the ceiling is high, closing the bedroom door is the way to keep that room warm with the space heater. We ended up quite comfortable and slept well all 3 nights because the bed is solid and comfortable, and Roberta has provided lovely, cozy, warm bedding. The apartment and little kitchenette had what we needed, and the little cook top was super efficient. Something to note in case you're particularly sensitive to such things: There is a slight smell particularly in the bathroom... not a sewer smell, and the apartment is obviously cleaned regularly (I really like that they don't use a lot of strongly scented products, and the apartment does not wreak of perfume). It's actually the same as I've smelled in every other old building in a damp climate that I've stayed at here, at least in winter, so I think it's just old building plumbing and the damp winter climate (don't know what it's like in spring/summer). Provided it's clean, which La Gorgone was, I'd still prefer the charm of the older buildings anyway... and older building or not, the water pressure was great and we could get good, hot showers. Overall we found the apartment just right, thoughtfully appointed, cozy, quiet, convenient, an excellent value and found the hosts so kind and helpful. We hope to return to Ortigia (it became a new favorite place for us) and stay at La Gorgone again in the future. Thank you so much, Roberta and Family! :)