Claudio is a super host- and the penthouse is an amazing value. The view is spectacular and the apartment has everything you need. The air conditioning was a blessing- as we were there during the heat wave- and the WIFI signal is quite good. The stairs are no joke, however- driving around Taormina itself is impossible in high season, so you do need to have some level of physical fitness to really enjoy this place. However when you arrive, it is spectacular.