My girlfriend and I spent 10 days at Annamaria's country house and loved it. We hired a car and used Castellana Grotte as a base from which to explore the whole region. Its really conveniently placed to visit the villages of the Itria Valley, the Adriatic coast at Monopoli and Polignano and further down into Solento. The country house itself is really well appointed with everything we needed. Perfectly comfortable, lots of thoughtful touches, a fully stocked kitchen to cook, a great outdoor shower, a little private terrace with furniture, i couldn't recommend it more highly. The location is safe, quiet and private. Annamaria was great with directions, check in, useful tips and a handbook chock full of local knowledge and recommendations. Really friendly, really helpful, really straightforward and welcoming. If you are thinking about spending a holiday in Puglia, don't hesitate, do it: it's great. If you are considering this country house as accommodation, don't hesitate, do it; that would be my advice. Two thumbs up and five stars. Thanks Annamaria, see you again soon i hope.