Simone's place in the oldest part of Ortigia old town was by far my bed stay in Sicily. Central, near the beach and supermarkets and all the sights, I prolonged my stay here and did not want to leave. The space was super clean, with beautiful decor, linen, full laundary amenities, and a kitchen fully kitted out for cooking your own meals, including olive oil, balsamic, salt, pepper, coffee, drinking water. I cooked everynight bar 1 night, with fresh ingredients from the market (go in the morning!). What was great was sitting in the communal courtyard in the mornings and evenings overhearing the locals' banter and planning or reminiscing on the day. Grab the beach towel and umbrella she provides and head down to the swimming beach 5 minutes walk away and you will be in paradise! Her recommendations for local sites, restaurants or where to get the best gelato, canolli or seafood is spot on! I fell in love with Ortigia and will definitely come back!