Monica was the most fabulously enthusiastic host, it's clear she loves her city. She really took the time to show us where to visit, and gave us excellent recommendations on where to eat in the evening (and where to find the best arancini in Catania). The house was about a 15 minute walk from the main Via Etnea and Via Santa Filomena where we ate (and drank) in the evening as per Monica's advice, and were not disappointed. (Try OFF for drinks - great cocktails- and food). The beds downstairs are very hard, perhaps ok for children on a relatively thin mattress but the upstairs beds were comfy. Very pleasant hostess.