This is in a perfect location , quiet yet under two minutes to walk to the water and a minute to walk to Cafe Roma or Vin D'Assassin. This was our second stay in Ortigia and we wanted something that provided a great location and plenty of outdoor space. Fabrizio's apartment has a huge terrace, even in November we used it and we were actually hot in the late autumn sun. Sunrise and sunset can be seen from the terrace and they were stunning. I understand December sunsets are beautiful in Ortigia if you are considering a winter getaway.
More about the apartment:
High quality windows that block any noise
Electric blinds mounted on the outside of the windows and large door to the terrace, great for keeping it cool (though there is air conditioning that we did not need)
Lighting throughout is on separate switches so you do not have to have the entire apartment lit. This helps when one is sleeping and the other is not.
The bathroom sink has a good amount of space as part of the basin for toiletries but also there are two units underneath for storing additional items like brushes, makeup, etc.
Wide sills in the bathroom at two windows also if you need more space
Nice size shower and ample hot water
There is a lift but the stairs are easy to climb
Parking is available, book ahead online. Ortigia Parking at Via Teatro.
Nearby: A couple of places we had been previous were closed for the season or for a short holiday. This gave us the opportunity to try other places. Cafe Roma is great for an apperitivo and under 1 minute away. Nearby is Locanderia which was just ok. Le Vin D'Assassin is great. TreMarchi is under 5 minutes away and is a pretty spot with good food for lunch or dinner.
Fabrizio and his wife (Sabrina I think?) are very friendly people. Fabrizio met us for check in, we saw them both at the end of our stay. They give you space and privacy but can be reached easily if you need anything. We spent a few minutes chatting before we left and really enjoyed their company.