Ortelle is a beautiful unspoilt village in the heart of Salento and Stefania's house is right at it's heart, opposite the Municipio and next to the main square. It's central location and series of terraces affords wonderful views, framed by palm trees and church bells. The house itself is very beautiful, making good use of natural light to create a very calm and relaxed atmosphere. Stefania has also furnished it very tastefully and has an impressive array of plants growing in the various outdoor spaces. This is a truly delightful house to stay in and I would recommend it to anyone - couples and families alike. It is also nearby to some spectacular places - miles of unspoilt coastline, towns and villages with great architectural history, fantastic food and wine, and above all really welcoming and friendly people. For anyone who is keen to relax and unwind, whilst also discovering the delights of a lesser known area of Italy, it should not be missed. Thank you so much to Stefania for such a special week. I could easily have stayed longer and would definitely come again.