Louise's apartment was lovely...as per photos and description on Airbnb. The pool was great (although too cold for us to use during our visit), however pool area and driveway in need of some TLC.
You MUST have a car, Louise's house is situated approximately 15 miutes from the beach front in Mondello. The walk is entirely residential with no shops or cafés en route.
Dogs - surprised that the issue with dogs has not been raised more often. Most homes appear to have at least 2 dogs, (Louise has 2 German Shepherds) many more roam the streets. The neighborhood dogs bark incessantly, day and night. The noise bounces off the hills behind the town and echoes through the area
Having a glass of wine on Louise's lovely balcony is therefore not the relaxing experience it could otherwise be.
Overall a lovely apartment and if the noise of barking dogs doesn't bother you then it would be an ideal base for exploring Palermo and surrounding areas.