this was without a doubt one of the best airbnb experiences i have ever had, hands down.
to start, the space is absolutely stunning - the quintessential picture of a decadent italian villa by the sea. there is a beautiful cove just a five minute walk from the house with crystal blue waters and unbelievable sunsets.
the host, vincenzo, was an absolute dream. he was so accommodating and generous, and you can tell he put so much thoughtfulness and care into the decor of the house. the rooms are decorated with amazing colors and furniture, it felt like each room was stepping into another country.
the pool was very clean and at night lit up in all different colors. the outdoor area has endless seating options, and lots of hammock and lounge chairs for your daily siesta.
the real gem of this place is vincenzo though - he checked in frequently to make sure we were okay, gave an amazingly thorough list of things to do, places to go, restaurants to try, and was on hand to answer any questions or help us with anything about the house. he brought us puglianese wine and snacks, and even a giant melon from his uncle’s garden!
this is what i love so much about airbnb - you could never have this kind of service at a hotel. it felt like visiting family rather than a transaction. we felt like we got such a beautiful taste of gallipoli without all the noise and crowds of the city.
if you have a car and want a quieter and restful experience, absolutely stay here. you are a 6 minute drive from all the beaches south of gallipoli and baia verde.
i wish we could have stayed longer! vincenzo is the best!