Eleanor and Armando have a great apartment. It’s small, but incredibly efficiently – and attractively – arranged. It's just as atmospheric as in the pictures. Both the kitchen and bathroom are very well stocked. The bed is comfortable and the shower gushes an amazing stream of truly hot water. (I still miss that shower.) There are also plenty of outlets to charge all of your devices. And don’t let the lack of WiFi put you off; there’s free WiFi just three minutes away in Piazza della Liberta. (You can get the password at the tourist information office near the church.) The steps – both to the apartment and roof terrace are steep, but both are worth it, and Ostuni isn’t the place to be if you mind a climb.

The neighbourhood is just as good as the apartment. It’s within 5 minutes of the old town and the bus stop to the station, but in a real neighbourhood. I loved listening to the children up the alley play at night, and walking to a local wood burning bakery a few minutes away.

I didn’t meet Eleanor or Armando, but the key pick up from Raffaele was extremely convenient. His agency is just a short walk from the apartment, and he speaks English, so was able answer all my questions. Armando was also very helpful, both before and after my arrival. I don’t think I ever had to wait more than 15 minutes for a response. He couldn't have been more pleasant either. Very highly recommended!