Where do I start? The location is fantastic, literal footsteps away from the beach, less than 5 minutes away from major bus stops, also surrounded by markets, restaurants, and pastry shops. Still very private and closed from public eye, which in my book gets brownie points. The apartment itself is beyond lovely! Spacious enough, supplied with everything and anything you might need during a short, or even long stay - from kitchen appliances, spices, teas, an abundance of clean towels, to toiletries and dishes. 10/10 would recommend.
As for Leonardo, I could honestly write a manifest of gratitude right now (but I won't, stay calm). He picked me up from the train station when I arrived (earlier than the scheduled check-in) and immediately introduced me to the Sicilian granita, while the apartment was getting ready from the previous guest. He also offered to give me a lift when I needed to go places, and every time we went somewhere he would stop along the way to show me views and tell me about them (and of course, give me time to take pictures). Not for a single moment of my stay was he intrusive, yet he always made sure I knew he's available and ready to help. I was traveling on my own - so this kind of support has been more than invaluable to me. I can honestly say Leonardo has made Taormina my new happy place, and I can't wait to come back again!