We loved everything about Silvana's apartment - the ideal location in Ortigia (close to the sea, the center of town, restaurants, etc), the spaciousness and cleanliness of the apartment, the consistent and quick communication with the host, and the amenities provided to get us started for breakfast the first morning. We arrived during a storm, and Silvana graciously offered to pick us up at the train station. She was waiting to give us hugs when she saw us get off the train. I was able to cook several meals in the kitchen, and I liked that all of the dishes were a matched set, oils, vinegars, napkins were provided, and Silvana told me if I needed anything to just ask her. We stayed for 4 nights and it felt like we were living in Sicily as locals. The terrace facing the sea is fantastic, but it was too chilly for us to use it in February. We will just have to visit again in warmer weather!