The house was beautiful, very clean and contains everything you need for a relaxing stay. We stayed 10 days - way to short - and enjoyed the various terrasses and balconies, the outdoor shower, the wonderful Sicilian sun, the fig tree in the garden... The house is close to many interesting sights and cities like Noto and Siracusa which makes it an excellent base to explore Sicily's southwest. Arenella is very quiet during the week and a little busier on weekends since the houses are mostly summer houses of italian families. The beach is lovely, with smooth rocks or sand to lie on, the water was very clean and perfect for long swims. Snorkeling is well recommended, lots to see. Michele checked via sms after a few days if we're comfortable, which I appreciated, and was very friendly and easy to deal with.