Having lived in Italy for 8 years and then holidayed in Italy for the following 10 years, we have stayed all over Italy in a variety of holiday homes; But this is undoubtedly one of the best vacation homes; about 1km outside of Sammichele, but incredibly quiet and peaceful. You arrive down a 400 metre tree lines drive, onto the parco itself; The house is very private though only 8 mins by car from one of the largest shopping centres in the area. The house has everything you you need day one. Fresh fruit , breakfast needs , olive oil. But its all the little thoughtful extras like washing up liquid, soap etc that avoid you having to rush out to the supermarket, Air con is excellent but to be honest, hardly used since the house is quiet cool. Pool is good length. Pool area is spacious with table shaded for lunch outside while BBQ area at bottom is shaded in the evening. Sammcihele has everything you need for fresh goods; cafes pizzeria etc, and shopping centre in other direction has everything else. SS 100 is on the doorstep and you have many places inland or on coast within 20 to 60 mins drive . Plus one of the best vineyards in Puglia, Polvanera within 20 mins drive. Marianna and her mother Daniela are excellent hosts, there when you need them, invisible if you just want to chill . I would recommend this home unreservedly.