Nicola’s house in Vico is beautiful. It manages to feel modern and sophisticated, yet maintains the atmosphere of a country house. After having traveled around Puglia for just under two weeks prior to arriving here, it was a pleasure to cook in the updated kitchen and listen to music on the Bose speaker. It’s a great place to end your day after exploring this spectacular part of Italy. There’s a terrific market with fresh seafood and produce to buy food that is just a short walk from the house through the centro storico of Vico. Vico itself has an outstanding center inside a medieval castle. It should be said that it is a little rougher around the edges than even the nearby coastal towns of Rodi and Peschici, but I found it lovely and spirited. Another wonderful attribute of Nicolas’ place is it’s convenience to the gorgeous sandy beaches of the Gargano. I would absolutely recommend staying here, but suggest you speak to Nicolas beforehand to figure out where to park. It’s a little tricky to navigate those tiny, meandering streets that make Vico so charming when on foot.