The pictures really don't do this place justice. The house is both cozy and even more beautiful than it looks online (simple, elegant, homey furnishings and finishes in a quasi-palatial setting), and the parklike grounds other reviews have mentioned are probably more impressive than you are expecting. And it should go without saying that the pool is really a spectacular perk. It's in a quiet country setting (you will almost certainly need a car), but just a 20 minute drive from beautiful Ortygia, and even closer to local shops and restaurants. Valeria and her husband were gracious and informative hosts and we recommend this place without reservation.