Benny's place is located in the administrative/residential district of Taranto, just a few hundred meters from the seaside and a-confortable-walk away from the old town. This part of the city, despite being extremely quiet, is furnished with everything you may need (stores, public gardens, municipality offices, cultural centres and so on); moreover, it is as evocative of Taranto as a whole as the historical centre is.
As to the apartment, it has been beautifully renovated and is quite large and flawlessly furnished, Benny himself being a considerate and friendly host.
In my opinion Taranto is among the most fascinating cities in Italy, without being overwhelmed by tourists. Surely I will come back soon, and definitely I will stay at Benny's again!