We had a very pleasant week here. A car is necessary as it is a bit far away from everything. The property has had a bit of an update and looked better than the pictures. We found that cooking in the tiny kitchen could be a challenge, but then again, there are so many good places to eat in the town of Castellana Grotte, that this should not be a problem. The location is great as a base to explore the area and we would definitely recommend it.