We stayed in Villa thru Christmas to till beginning of January.
While it was unusually cold weather for the Sicily (one day there was even snowing), we had all the necessary comfort including heating and hot water. (Which was my original concern.)
Just from the roof of Villa itself you can see Mt. Etna, so you can immediately tell, if it's a good or bad idea to go there for a trip that day.
The car is an absolute must as there is no other way, how to travel around. (It's like EUR 50++ to get to Catani by taxi.) Note GPS coordinates (37.283488,15.095003). You will need it to find the Villa as there seems to be no system of addresses in Italy out of towns.
Villa is in the position, which allows you reach Catania or Siracusa as well as other locations.
Andrea is a good host and helped us with various issues. (including the navigation of taxis or car-towing service, when our car broke.)
I can recommend the stay in the Villa.
Appartment itself consited of 2 bedrooms, living room and cooking area, whcih has been a very sufficient.