I can absolutely recommand Diego's Villa (which is an understatement) that I have cometo call little Paradise. While I have stayed here by myself, there is plenty of room for a large group of people or family with kids. The "Plantation" is completely safe and gated - not that it would be neccessary because the area is very laid back and everybody is friendlyand familiar. The little village, as well as the beach and restaurants can be reached within a mile (if that). I am lazy on my vaca and prefered to go everywhere by car tho.
Driving around in general feld like driving between clouds of Oleander trees! Discovering the sights and amazing little towns south of Bindisi the entire coastline to Leuca left me simply in awe..
Coming back "home" to rest with a glass of vino or to take a night time swim was always the glorious ending of each perfect day. I could go on and on with praise :) A big thank you to Diego and his super friendly and kind family, of whomI had the pleasure to meet, for opening his villa to the Airbnb community.