Taormina is a beautiful city built on a mountainside so be ready to walk up and down on lots of stairways.
We didn't met Carlotta, but we had the pleasure to know Dane, her mother. Dane is a dynamic and independent lady and also a dedicated and authentic mamma that can communicate in various languages and knows virtually anything about Sicilia and its history.
She was an awesome host, always concerned in make the best for our stay. She always had a nice word and a typical local food for us and made our stay the best part of our three week trip around Europe.
From the front of her house you can see the sea and from the stairs that bring you to the city you can see Madonna Della Roca.
Don't be scared with the distances shown by Google Maps. We walked Taormina, Madonna Della Roca, Isola Bella and Giardini in two days with just a bit of disposition and lots of cannoli. You can make from her house to the city main street in 10 or 15 minutes by feet using the stairs.
The bed was big for two people and very comfortable. The room was plenty of space and the breakfast was awesome.
We're still on the road while we're writing this, but we're already missing Dane and her lovely way to treat the guests.