I had an honour to be the very first guest in Alberto's studio flat, and I am so happy that his place has been listed just in time for my trip!
It is a compact and basic studio for a solo traveller, but has everything you need and is very functional as well as characterful. The terrace is huge and amazing, and would serve as the living room when the weather is good. There is a washing machine which is handy for someone who is on a long trip. The location is great on a quiet street in the historic centre, and the bus and train stations are close by, convenient to visit other cities in Salento.
Alberto is a reliable, kind and caring host, and made me feel welcome with his friends and partner. They picked me up at the station simply because I was being such a baby (it really is only 5 mins walk and very straightforward), kept checking in on me during the stay, and even took me out for a coffee one afternoon. On the first night I asked if I could possibly borrow a hair dryer, and they turned up with one in the next minute! As this is his new private project (he is a lawyer by day) he is very open to suggestions and feedbacks, so if you need anything just talk to him, and I am absolutely sure it will be sorted very quickly. It is already really good to begin with, so I am looking forward to see how it evolves over the course of time.
I thoroughly recommend this flat to all the independent travellers. Thank you again Alberto!