The stay at Katia’s place is worth it for the views alone from the main deck off the living area and kitchen, and the upstairs bedrooms. Once you get beyond the views you’ll find a beautiful and well kept house with each bedroom having its own ensuite and perhaps the best kitchen fitout from any property I have stayed at. Be aware that most of Modica is built on a steep gorge so there are plenty of stairs, including around 80 leading up to Katia’s house. We found this an inconvenience only when lugging heavy luggage to and from the house at the start and end of the stay. Other than that, it was fine. There is a great little grocer across the road for your bread, eggs and fresh fruit and veg, and good local restaurants like Osteria deli Sapori Perduti very close by. Make sure you get to Modica Alto and go to the restaurant Locanda Del Colonnello and speak with the Chef Francesco. Beyond the view and the history, the Modica experience is really the people who were genuine and generous.