We found the villa to be ideal in many ways for our stay which was a retired couple who were joined by another couple for the second week. The beds are comfortable and the air conditioning on the landing was very welcome to keep the sleeping areas cool. The garden is spacious and private with an abundance of pretty shrubs. The kitchen is basic but adequate for a holiday stay for the most part. The small shower has been mentioned by others but it is not a deal-breaker when considered overall. The downstairs bathroom is a WC and hand-basin only. The outside shower is of course cold water for the brave! I have suggested some additional facilities for the kitchen which I hope Salvatore (who has been very charming and helpful throughout) will take up if he thinks there is sufficient demand. The location is quite residential and mainly quiet as any occasional noise from bars in the area seems to end at a reasonable hour. There are some good bars and restaurants to suit a range of pockets within easy walking distance. We especially liked the "Bake" - a very welcoming and entertaining evening is to be had there with the unique cooking methods on show. It is worth booking if you don't like to queue. The beach was crowded in June/July and the sand very hot so take some good beach or swimming shoes or be prepared to hop about. However, this is really a local Italian resort so the atmosphere is very vibrant and entertaining to offset the crowded feeling: We enjoyed our days on the beach. The price of two sunbeds and an umbrella was 15 euros. This rises to 20 euros in July but the vendor was happy to keep it to June prices throughout our two-week stay after a pleasant chat. It is worth learning a few Italian phrases and carrying a dictionary or language app as many speak very little English albeit that they are very helpful with the usual sign language and point and show methodologies. There are lots of nice places in the area to visit and we enjoyed the wonderful Festa di Santa Domenica in Scorrano (a 30 minute drive) in July which was very well worth braving the extremely hot weather in this month to see with the spectacular sound and light show attended by thousands. A two-hour drive to Alberobello to see the picturesque Trulli houses is also very worthwhile or a walk or short drive to the Area Archeologica di Roca Vecchia to see the caves and see or engage in the rock pool diving is a must. Otranto (about 30 mins drive) is also worth a visit for the beach, gift shopping or touring the castle.