Casa Baldassarre

Lovely little stay in Casa Baldassarre, a stones throw from the main piazza of Ostuni. A bright, light, comfortable place to stay just off the main square. Lovely little balcony to watch the locals and tourists alike at night with a bottle of prosecco. Couldn't fault anything with the accommodation, but would have liked a safe in the room, but best hairdryer I have come across on my travels through Italy! Great base to travel through the Puglia region, highly recommended. Our host, Alessandra, was on call for any of our needs from turning the aircon on to recommendations for places to visit. Many thanks Alessandra for all your help.

We stayed in Villa Balda for a week with two other couples and it was a perfect place for us. It is beautifully decorated and fully appointed. There was even a jacuzzi looking out over the sea to soothe our tired muscles after climbing the hills and stairs surrounding Positano. There are shops conveniently located to purchase food items as well as wine and liquor. We also had several wonderful restaurants, which we have reviewed, just up the street as well as up the stairs from the villa. All were worth the climb. One night, our host, Balda Florentino, cooked a fabulous meal with paired wines for us. It was a true culinary delight. All of the items were freshly sourced from the sea and surrounding gardens. It was truly spectacular in presentation and taste. We highly recommend a meal prepared by Balda. It was a magical week in Positano and staying in this spectacular three bedroom, three en-suite bathrooms villa with an unbeatable view started off our southern Italy adventure the perfect way! If you want to stay in and cook, you will not find a more fully equipped kitchen. We highly recommend Villa Balda.