Solarino is a great location and Lina's property is in the heart of a very pleasant residential area, with two good convenience stores, a good bakery, and a highly-recommended and very smart takeaway serving authentic pizzas and local foods to local people :-)
The apartment is reached by four flights of (marble) steps, and all the rooms are large and comfortably functional. The balcony outside the kitchen has table and chairs, and gives good views. Parking in Solarino is not restricted and street parking is available. A confidence to use (some) Italian would be useful, as no one, including Lina, speaks much English. A great place to stay, VERY convenient and a chance to engage with a real (non-Touristic) and friendly, helpful Italian town. Good value petrol / diesel close by, and the very friendly guy serving you enjoys speaking English! We really enjoyed the experience here - recommended!