Maria was an excellent host to me and my 2 college age children. She was warm and friendly from the time we met and told us all about Siracusa and Ortigia. The villa apartment is beautiful and amazing. The place was comfortable and clean with a great shower. The place has a terific patio garden. You are really in the heart of Ortigia; looking out the window you can see the Temple Apollo. The restaurant Apollonio that is recommended was excellent pescado. I truly appreciate Maria's hospitalty. I very much look forward to returning to Ortigia and staying in Maria's place there.