We stayed in Antonio's place, Domus Decclessius, for a month and we can highly recommend this accommodation for a couple or a couple with a young child.
Spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and furnished to an exceptionally high standard the apartment has everything you need for a short or long term stay.
The bed is big and extremely comfortable, the bathroom is the best we encountered in all our stays in Italy ( we have stayed in many) and the kitchen is compact but highly efficient.
Antonio and Manuela have not spared any expense in fitting out this apartment. The result is a very functional, modern and efficient apartment that also has a "yester-year" feel to it with some fittings from what appears to be a very historically rich past.
For us it was wonderful to come back to the comforts of Domus Decclessius after a day of sightseeing.
We had a car so we found the parking facility in the courtyard to be both handy and secure with the electronic gate.
The location is also excellent. You are within walking distance of everything you need, from supermarket to fresh fruit and vegies markets, old town etc etc.
If you want to explore the region then a car is highly recommended although public transport is available and close to the apartment.
There are many wonderful and historical places to visit such as Matera, Altamura, Alberobello and if you have time...Lecce, Otranto (our favourite) Gallipoli etc etc.
A word about the hosts, Antonio and Manuela. They were very helpful, accommodating and willing to assist in any way. But at the same time they fully respected your privacy. They had a whole bunch of treats and goodies waiting for us when we arrived. This was greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Check in and check out was very simple and straightforward. Communication was always prompt.
Finally, we found the town of Gravina to be an excellent starting point to explore the many wonderful sights of Puglia.
Gravina itself has a lot to offer with its excellent ruins, the bars and plenty of eating places....on top of our list was Mamma Mia..a superb restaraunt with outstanding views great food and very reasonable prices. Their 15 euro lunch special is not to be missed. And we highly recommend the Friday night "Vastese Brodetto" ... a superb seafood meal.
Also, we need to mention the wonderful people we met in Gravina. All very friendly, warm and helpful.
We were in Gravina for a month and were sad to leave.
Highly recommended!