Hosts were friendly, helpful and charming. Upstairs accommodation - large 70s style apartment with access by a narrow spiral staircase. Wi-Fi worked best in outdoor terrace area: a pleasant place to sit and where we had use of the Sicilian outdoor kitchen. The garden in photo, though part of the property, was not obviously accessible. Good base to explore surrounding areas, we went to Taormina and Mt Etna but make sure your GPS is working to find your way home through the labyrinth. Acireale is a rather unremarkable town but does have a pleasant central plaza, churches, restaurants and friendly locals in a typical Sicilian workaday town. Our hosts recommended their local trattoria across the street: delicious menu and pleasant ambience.