Casa Gaya was exactly as we expected as seen previous in the photos - great design, great attention to details. For our group of 6 we had a lot of space, private and common - we enjoyed most of time in the big kitchen. The welcoming fresh fruits and biscuits left by the host were perfect for morning breakfast - there is also a bar downstairs to get some coffee and croissants. The house was equipped with everything one can need to enjoy a perfect stay.
Assen was very prompt answering any questions and Salvatore helped us with all our in-place needs. We checked all the restaurants recommendations Salvatore gave us - the best local food in a cool atmosphere.
If you plan to travel outside Syracuse by car during your stay, the location of Casa Gaya is the best due to the two public paid parkings in the proximity (we actually managed to park on a free area near the house every evening we returned home after our daytrips). We visited Noto & Marzamemi fishersmen village, Calamosche beach, Etna & Taormina, the baroque cities of Ragusa, Modica & Scicli - we spent only the evenings in Syracuse (the city is actually more beautiful by night).