Simona was an excellent host, friendly and helpful and easily available. She doesn't speak much English and we spoke almost no Italian but a computer translator filled the gap.
The apartment shares an entrance with her mother's flat but is otherwise fully self contained with plenty of space and great views of the Harbour. It is just outside Ortigia but an easy (10 minute) walk with small shops, cafes and restaurants on the way there. You don't really need a car for a short stay here as you can walk most places even the Archeological Park( although this takes about 30 minutes).