This was the most fantastic experience! Upon our arrival we were met by Claudia and Francesca's sister who were both welcoming and sweet. We were shown around the FANTASTIC home and told about all of the details of the house. The house is situated at the dead end of a community of gated houses and upon a slight hill. Once entering through the gate, the cobblestone drive takes you through the orchard and outbuildings (and turtle pond complete with 6 hungry turtles!) up to the house. Claudia explained to us that any of the fruits, nuts or vegetables we found on the property were to be eaten and enjoyed. The overall feeling of the house was very welcoming and we felt completely at home from the moment we arrived. Francesca and her family welcomed us with fresh flowers in every room and a basket filled with traditional Pugliese treats and wine. The weather was near 100 degrees F the week we stayed and although the house doesn't have air conditioning, the house stayed nice and cool. The location is perfect, situated out of the town but only a short drive away and centrally located to see many of the wonderful towns and beaches of Puglia. The Pugliese people we warm and welcoming and so quick to help us bumbling foreigners (which was not the case in some of the other areas we visited in Europe). One night we stayed at the house and made fresh pesto with the walnuts and basil we collected from the grounds! I would not hesitate to recommend this location to anyone!!