I want to give only one star for "Accuracy ". Only because Mario's house is FAR more beautiful than the pictures show. I mean, spectacular. In fact, after a mere hour or so, we ran out of adjectives and spent the rest of the week repeating ourselves like parrots. Because, every time you enter the house, after shopping, strolling, eating or popping out for a coffee etc., you can't help but voice your awe at the grandeur of the place.
I cannot say enough... Mario's house is one of the most perfect places on Earth. He himself is a lovely and accommodating host: picked us up at the train station, made himself available for any questions or queries, had the house ready with fresh fruit, a basket of taralli, and wine chilling in the fridge(!!!). So started our heavenly week in Polignano...
As far as logistics go, the house, aside from being perfectly situated in the old town, has a washing machine, a drying rack that you can set up outside (so your clothes smell like the sea), great water pressure, super comfy beds, a lovely little kitchen, lots of fresh linen and towels and a terrace that will (I guarantee) make you weep. In short, like I said, a perfect place with not a hair out of place.
Lastly, on top of the stupendous view of the endless, sparkling ocean that is yours to enjoy, day or night, there is a wee café just over the balcony wall that serves one of the best cappuccinos that we had in all our travels through Puglia. It is the satellite of our favorite pasticceria, "Pedote" (via Pompeo Sarnelli, 27) that is run by our favorite family in Polignano (say 'ciao!' for us to Enza and Enzo, Elena and Michele). :)
Whatever you do, do not hesitate to say at Casa Ileana!!!