Yes the temples are really as close as they look in the picture, you can see three of them from the house. So this is an excellent base for visiting the temples and nearby beaches (and local beach bar OceanoMare, see also Bovo Marina which is a beautiful golden beach with choice of restaurants for dinner). Maria and Aldo plus the family were very welcoming and helpful to us. The little house is cosy, well decorated and surrounded by the cultivated gardens with ceramics scattered throughout. Don't bother with trying to cook, good local restaurants are nearby. Mille grazzie Maria e Aldo.