I have to admit that we came to Erika's apartments by chance only because we had some very bad experience with our previous host and we needed to quickly change our accomodation but what a good luck it was! Ok, let's start with more 'technical' details - Otranto is beautiful, (don't hesitate, just go there). Erika's apartments are within 10 mins walk to the seaside and town centre. We really liked the location as it combined advantages of being 'close to everything' but also privided advantages of not being 'right in the center". It was suprisingly easy (for Italian standards) to find a free parking spot right in front of the house (if not, there is a parking space inside however) and there was a self-service shop right on the other side of street. Room was very nice and tidy and the rooftop sun-terrace was awsome. But was the best part of our stay was Erika's attitude as a host. Not only she allowed us to come earlier to the apartment but her enthusiasm and optimism made us feel soooo welcome! That was really unique and made us regret we couldn't stay longer there. Anyway, if I ever come back to Otranto (hopefully soon), I cant't imagine staying anywhere else then Erika's house.
+ just in case it matters - probably the best breakfast I've had in Italy so far (as Italy is good for anything but breakfast ;))