Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts

The location is excellent.The rooftop terrace has stunning views.The 3 A/C units and WiFi worked well.Water pressure was great.Check in and out went smoothly.BUT... this property is neither luxurious nor comfortable.The main photo is very deceiving.Upon checking in, we had to sign a four page itinerary, with euro value of many items stated. The 1500 euro antique linen curtains were threadbare and had holes. The living room furniture was very uncomfortable. The day bed 1950's Dutch designer, 2500 euros was torture to sit on. The reclining sofa in old English linen 1860, 1500 euros was comfortable but had strips of exposed foam in the crevices, a loose arm and was covered in a white sheet. The one chair in the living room was uncomfortable after five minutes.Because the living room was so uncomfortable, we spent lots of time on the rooftop terrace. This was steps away from the apartment, which is on the top floor, so 73 steps each way.The beds were uncomfortable. We tossed and turned more often than we slept well.The second bedroom does not have A/C or a door. No effort was made to make us feel welcome. Kitchen and bathroom amenities were minimal. The refrigerator had a strong fishy smell. We had to buy several items that a thoughtful host would have provided. The local host often simply ignored our questions on the message app.Communication between owner and local host was poor. He did not know an extra guest was added or that cleaning had been paid for.

Apartment was fantastic. Vrbo need to highlight need for cash deposit as not detailed anywhere.. this point would have put me off as I was 2!days away from finishing my holiday. Air conditioning did not work and needs servicing . Detailed list at check in is off putting and does not reflect contents held in flat. That said welcome was good and nothing to complain about the lady who checked us out today. She was lovely

Great location, many good restaurants near by. Lots to see and do, in Monopoli or a train ride away.

We spent an enjoyable 6 nights at Casa dei Pensieri. The location was excellent, in the middle of the old town but still very quiet and private. The roof top terrace was magnificent for pre-dinner drinks. The property managers Katia and Mario were very responsive and happy to answer any questions we had.

Property is in a nice location in the center of the quaint shop/resturant area. Access to roof top and exceptional views as well as walks by the sea.

Super

We enjoyed a lot this elegant apartment and huge terrace with stunning seaviews. Many thanks also to manager Elly for her help.

We had a great stay at this property. The apartment is cosy and comfortable. The location is very central and the square is beautiful. We were lucky with the parking (free) but it’s 15min walk and we didn’t mind. As it’s in the middle of historic centre, it gets really crowded in the evening on the streets nearby and very lively. So be prepared. Overall it was a nice stay in Monopoli.

The place was as beautiful as promised and well-located to see the town and get easily to other locations (with tour guide or with a good map). We were warned of the MANY steps but we forged on and only once did we decide it was too much, so we stayed in (but we did go up and enjoy the rooftop). Thanks for the assistance when needed and for providing such a clean and well-prepared home-away-from-home.

Beautiful apartment in a perfect location