Ricardo's place is in an excellent location for visiting the beautiful towns of the area. Close to Locorotondo, Alberobello, Martina Franca, Cisternino, Matera, and even Pulignano a Mare. We swam nearly everyday in the wonderful, sparkling clean, deeper-than-normal, pool. We ate out on the tiled, covered patio each day for breakfast and whenever we needed dinner. The air conditioning was wonderful. The bathroom is spacious and well equipped with rapid and never ending hot water and a hand sink separate from the shower. We made breakfast everyday in the kitchen where all necessary utensils were available. When we arrived we were too late to get lunch in town and had not eaten, Ricardo offered to cook us pasta to hold us until dinner! Can't get better or more gracious than that! Recommend.