A spacious apartment with two connected bedrooms (a big one with a double bed and a small one with two single beds), a big living room (big table, sofa, tv), a big kitchen with a dining table and a bathroom - perfect for a family with two children. Although the apartment is not modern, everything is in good condition in the bathroom and kitchen. A washing machine, a hair dryer and an iron with a board are available, and all the tableware, kitchen utensils, salt, sugar, spices, olive oil (made by Pia!), etc. - almost everything you may need. Beds were OK, though a bit noisy. Linen and towels were many and clean, including beach towels enough for the whole family. The apartment has high ceilings and is well ventilated so the absence of an air conditioner was no problem. Free parking is available in the streets nearby.
The center of Monopoly is 5-7 mins walking distance, the old cily - 7-10 mins, a good beach (Lido Bianco) - 15-20 mins. Several supermarkets, cafes and family restaurants are 3-5 mins to reach.
Pia is a lovely host: easy and quick in communication (she doesn't speak English, but that's not a problem), met us at the apartment on arrival and came when we were leaving, each time with a nice surprise. And even invited us to visit her house near Monopoly where she and her family grow olives. Would definitely like to stay at Pia's apartment again if we come to Apuglia!
Please note that it's quite noisy in the streets from 6-7 a.m., especially on working days, and sometimes up to 12-1 a.m., especially on Fridays and weekends. So the perfect solution may be to have rest (siesta) in the middle of the day - anyway it's too hot and most restaurants and shops are closed.