The house is sleek and clean as pictured with plenty of space. The filtered water tap with sparkling option is a lovely feature. (You do need to be comfortable and careful going up and down all the stairs.) The wifi worked well. Stefania’s family was available to check us in and out and answer questions.

We enjoyed the neighborhood and its easy access to the charming pedestrian-only historic center. Take-out foods are available nearby (e.g., salad, focaccia) if you wish to eat them in the kitchen or rooftop patio. For eating out, Stefania’s recommendation for Antiche Mura for dinner provided one of the best meals of our trip. The books and brochures in the house about the area were helpful. Pogliano is well-situated for taking day trips to Valle d’Itria and Lecce.

There were a few small issues (e.g., noise from ceiling fan), and we have shared details with the host so they can be remedied.

While this is not under the host's control, do note if you are not used to driving and parking in the historic centers of European cities, you may not find it as easy as other reviewers did. We were happy to eventually find a few off-street parking spots near the ocean lookout area (down Via Rocco Guilani).