This is a beautiful property. The house is a little dated and the large property could use some care (weeding, outside cleaning, tools for the outdoor La Parilla/La Brace (wood fired oven, etc.)). But the hosts make up for shortcomings by being responsive and helpful. They hand delivered local pastries, a bottle of wine was present at check in, they rushed over when we had trouble with the entry gate, etc. Truly great hosts that want to make your holiday special. We would stay here again if planning a trip to Salento.

Great house with lovely garden in a central location in the Salento. Complete kitchen. Very friendly owners who communicated very well.

Everything was pefrect. Can highly recommend a trip to Martano.

Upon arrival, the first thing that catches the eye is the very large garden. The house itself is some 50 meters (or more) away from the provincial road from Martano to Borgagne. There was little traffic, especially during the night. In fact the sound of the passing automobiles was totally overruled by the sound of cicadas (which added so much to the south-Italy feeling we enjoyed so much, during our stay in this country villa). The second thing to mention is that the house is really very large and at least as good looking as what shows on the pictures. The third thing to emphasize is the fact that we did not have to use the air conditioning system, even though the weather was hot (during the day well over 30 degrees centigrade, with rather high humidity levels also). This was possible because of the veranda that surrounds the house on three sides. That creates an automatic air stream which flows through the kitchen, living room and bedrooms if you open the door and the windows. For us a very nice AND super sustainable way to control the temperature (but of course, there is an air conditioning machine in every room, so future guest always have a choice). Fourth point that distinguishes this house from other vacation accommodations are the hosts: Valentina and her father Alessandro. Both very nice, helpful, and friendly.Mille Grazie!!! You make all the difference!Lastly our dog recommends this little paradise to all dog-keepers who want their dog to have a good time.