We had a wonderful experience in Annalisa and Cosimo's home in mid-June, 2016, before high season arrives and all the beach communities are apparently much more active. They are warm and friendly hosts, including their son, Giacomo. The enclosed patio and garden space of the house is incredibly beautiful and relaxing to sit in day or or night. There is also a very large upper balcony to enjoy. The interior of the house is comfortably appointed as you can see from the photos. We were just two people so the house was very spacious for us. There are two 'like new' nicely tiled bathrooms with showers; one upstairs and one downstairs. Though the hosts reside in the basement apartment of the house, you have great privacy, but help and information whenever you need it.

The house is just a few blocks to the beach so on more than one occasion we enjoyed a walk there. There are a few restaurants along the beach cost. Twice we ate at the local pizza place with outdoor seating looking at the Adriatic sea. We were there in June and the evening light was spectacular. There is also a local grocery store with some basic items. We noticed in town and the surrounding towns that the custom is that the stores/restaurants are closed during the afternoon and open in the the evening. Annalisa and Cosimo also own a small cafe in town which is located on the beach promenade and walking distance from the house. We enjoyed an ice cream and view in their place! The hosts are incredibly kind, helpful and accommodating. The village in which they live, Torre San Gennaro, is just a 5-10 minute drive from the main highway for quick and easy access to Lecce, Brindisi and Bari - and anywhere in between or beyond.

If we every visit again, we would certainly stay with Annalisa and Cosimo again! Overall an excellent experience!