My friend and I arrived in Ostuni (by taxi from Bari airport) very late, about 11.30 at night, and Paola's husband met us in the little square near the house (the house is in a small street with no car access) He had a basket with a bottle of wine and some biscuits for us, which was delightful, and we sat on the roof terrace over- looking beautiful Ostuni chatting and drinking the wine till the small hours, we were very happy. We loved the house because it is a traditional old house in the old city, and Paola hasn't tried to modernise it or make it 'chic'. It has white walls, simple furnishings and beautiful tiled floors. Very peaceful. Big comfy beds and good quality white sheets. The domed ceilings are somehow restful too, like being in a church. Paola was friendly and kind, and welcoming when we texted her once or twice with questions. We ate out in Ostuni a lot, and the food was delicious. We particularly liked the Italian fish dishes. The beaches were delightful, clean and not too crowded. We had only four nights and we both felt that we would like to return to the house and have longer to explore Ostuni and the surrounding area. The town is surrounded by Olive groves, some of the trees are very ancient. We are both in our 60's and fit and agile but it is worth noting for people with walking difficulties that the stairs in the house are steep, particularly the stairs to the second floor, the top bathroom and the roof.