Thanks to Claudio, we felt very at home in his house. He and his wife picked us up from the train station for a small fee. Taormina is beautiful but expensive, crowded and very touristy. But Claudio's apartment is real value for money. It is quiet, didn't hear traffic noise. Only the dog next door could (and should) bark a bit less in the middle of night.
Nice apartment, good bed and beautiful views on both sides. The bathroom is a bit old, but clean. It's a short walk towards the center. We had three wonderful days and can highly recommend Claudio and his house.