Giuseppe and Rita were such warm and welcoming hosts. When we arrived they greeted us at the door with a small gift of their gratitude for our stay. The historical home is more beautiful than we had expected and the surrounding landscape is captivating. We found ourselves seeking new details each day of our stay. The hand painted ceiling in the Leda room will have you waking up early mornings to catch the suns reflection bouncing off the mural. Staying in Castellana Grotte gave us a realistic day-to-day in the countryside of southern Italy, near to scenic beaches with the most beautiful water to swim in. Great local organic farm-to-table restaurants nearby, many sights to see, and within a few hours driving distance to Matera (the oldest city in Italy) and Lecce for breathtaking beaches.
We highly recommend resting and relaxing, staying with Giuseppe and Rita at their historical castle, an experience that enhanced our visit to Italy. Thank you both, see you again soon!