Michael's place is a comfortable, stylish base for exploring SE Sicily. AC made all the difference when the thermometer topped 30 degrees. A delight to pick apricots every day and to cook with the bitter organise. We loved Ortigia, Scicli, Sampieri (Pata Pata for lunch), Donnalucata and Punta Secca (Sunday lunch at Enzo a Mare). We also tried out Noto (especially Cafe Sicilia for almond granita), Modica and Ragusa. There's more than enough for a packed week's sightseeing.