I came to realize on our trip to Puglia that the best travel experiences are had in the secondary sized towns and villages. Staying at Stephania's trullo was a highlight of our trip: perfectly located to explore surrounding towns, easy access up the hill to Cisternino, a real treasure of a town, that had many restaurants, bars, and evening strolling activities. You are in the real countryside here—surrounded by olive trees, farm houses, other trulli, fig trees, and narrow roads waiting to be explored. In many ways, staying here spoiled us for Alberobello, an easy morning day trip, which was crowded and filled with tourist shops. Suprisingly spacious, with a full kitchen and fridge we kept filled with water from the well down the street. Thanks to Stefania and her mom for a great travel experience.