We booked dan's loft after reading his many great reviews, and we weren't disappointed. This place really is beautiful. I had visions of the loft being part of another building, it isn't. It's totally independent and set within a gorgeous citrus grove on the outskirts of a small town 'Valverde'.
Our experience was a fantastic holiday with all the amenities we needed. The interior of Dan's place was impeccably clean, and the outside terrace is just a fabulous secluded extension to the living area. We were checked in my Dan's father Carmelo who was very cheerful and helpful - Carmelo gave us a tour of his orchard later on in our trip.
We chose to hire a car while in Sicily, and would recommend others do too, although not necessarily essential. There are local buses, and there are restaurants, cafe's and even a supermarket within walking distance of the loft.
If you're looking for a charming place to stay and experience the real Sicilian culture then this place is for you! A short drive to the sea, some gorgeous little fishing villages, Mt. Etna etc... Highly recommended - we'll definitely return!