Brigid’s place was amazing! From the moment you walk in the secure gate and up about only 20 stairs, you will enter into a very clean, well-appointed apt with comfortable, clean beds and furnishings. The whole place is updated with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The kitchen is fully stocked and Renata provided everything we needed including a few necessities to get started and a bottle of wine! and if you need anything else, she responds immediately. The showers are strong with great water pressure, rainfall and hand helds and excellent hot water. There is a washer on premises that works efficiently. There is also an iron and ironing board! The best part about this apartment, besides being very comfortable, is the 3 French doors leading to the expansive terrace which over looks Isola Bella. On the terrace, there is a comfortable dining set and two beautiful, comfy vintage-style wooden loungers. The beach entrance is walking distance but be prepared for many stairs to get up and down.
Please note:
When visiting the beach at Isola Bella you NEED water shoes. And Renata has water shoes in the basket in the laundry room. She provides everything you need!
There are many great restaurants and shops right outside your door! We found free street parking easily on the road below the apt. If you cant find parking on the road, there is a paid lot at the end of the road to the right before you reach the tunnel.
Also, within a 5-10 minute walk there is a cable car that takes you up to Taormina in less than 5 minutes. You can purchase a one-way ticket for 3€ or a RT for 6€. If you are staying longer, it would be economical to purchase day passes for frequent trips up and down or a weekly unlimited pass to save money.
I canT say enough good things about this place, location and host. WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!