This is a wonderful place, exactly as described and shown in the pictures. We used it as a base for travelling all over Salento me,my husband and our 15 months son, but we also enjoyed Santa Maria al Bagno, which is a nice little village with nice restaurants, cafes, small super markets and beaches. I'm very happy we decided to stay in this calm place rather than getting something in nearby And busy Gallipoli. The only thing I lacked in the house was an iron board. If you're sensitive to mosquitoes, as I am, I would recommend to bring proper repellent with you, as I suffered a bit from this all over Salento. If you have the possibility consider going to Salento in September rather than July and August which is more busy. We enjoyed half empty beaches and less traffic, but wonderful weather and temperature. We're definitely coming back!