This is truly an amazing villa in all respects! It is a historic building that has undergone extensive recent renovation with all modern amenities. The villa boasts a spacious, open floor plan, which opens to an expansive backyard with a sitting area, a sunbathing area, a spectacular crystal clear salt water pool, a barbecue grill area, a covered parking area, and a beautiful garden. The villa is within Monopoli, and just a short 10 minute walk to the city center (centro storico) - the free onsite parking (with remote controlled electric gate) is a major benefit, since driving within the centro storico is not generally permitted, and parking in that area can be challenging. The villa is in a pleasant area and my wife and I felt completely safe at all times, including walking to and from the centro at night. There is a large supermarket (La Famila) only 3 minutes away by foot. It is also located very near the Strada Statale (the major local highway), so it's a great home base if you plan to visit other cities in Apuglia, as we did. The property was neat and clean. Communication with Paolo was excellent, and both Franca and Paolo were there to greet us when we arrived and to see us off when we left. We are frequently travelers who regularly use Airbnb, frequently selecting exceptional properties, and Villa Donna Franca met our expectations on all levels. Grazie mille!