We had a great stay at Angelo's place. The trullo was small but beautiful and very cosy and the swimming pool perfect for chilling out in after a day's driving around the sights. I would say a car is absolutely necessary to get the most out of the region.

Angelo and Anna gave us lots of very useful recommendations for places to go around the area. In terms of great places to eat apart from Ostuni, we would highly recommend Ceglie Messapica, Cisternino and the nearby Masseria Il Frantoio, as well as seafood in Savelletri. The kitchen in the trullo was just big enough to cook a simple meal. In terms of outdoor space for eating etc, the trullo has less than the other two rooms on the property, but we were welcome to use the chairs and benches around the pool.

The beautiful old town of Ostuni is a brisk 45 minute walk. It was easy to get a taxi back but we did feel we were being overcharged by Giuseppe, who had been recommended to us by Angelo (no fault of his!) - the 4-5 minute journey from the trullo to the old town was 15 euros each way, and an unexpected 25 euros after midnight. Also a return journey to Ceglie Messapica (15 mins each way) was 60 euros. I think it is very likely that cheaper fares would be available with a bit of asking around.

It's worth doing some research or asking Angelo about the local beaches, depending on whether you want quiet isolation or the typical Italian beach club with pre-paid loungers etc. Either way, the water is beautiful.

All in all, a great property with lovely, helpful owners. Oh, and the sweetest little puppy ever: Dexter!