"The host very thoughtfully even provided local wine and biscuits, cleaning products, coffee and kitchen essentials."
Abigail from United Kingdom
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Spacious two-bedroom apartment with terrace and sea views near Gallipoli old town
Spacious Accommodation
RIVA DI SCIROCCO offers a two-bedroom apartment with two bathrooms and a living room that includes a sofa bed and a dining area. The fully equipped kitchenette allows guests to prepare meals, while the terrace with sea views and balcony create an outdoor living space. Additional comforts include three air conditioning units, a washing machine, and an elevator for easier access.
Location
The apartment sits less than 1 km from Spiaggia della Purità and is a 7-minute walk from Gallipoli Train Station. Sant'Agata Cathedral is 700 metres away, and Castello di Gallipoli is a 6-minute walk from the door. The property is located next to the bridge to the old town, granting a 5- to 10-minute walk to the island and a 10-minute walk to the town beach with sandy clear water and rentable sunbeds and parasols.
Host & Welcome Extras
Host Antonio provides local wine and biscuits, coffee, kitchen essentials, and cleaning products upon arrival. Guests receive a Netflix login for the apartment's television, and Antonio's own artwork is displayed throughout the space. Antonio offers detailed recommendations on restaurants, attractions, and regional food specialties, and has been known to drive guests to nearby cities such as Lecce.
Leisure
Guests can go cycling, snorkelling, boating, or scuba diving in the surrounding area. The town beach offers rental sunbeds and parasols for a reasonable price, and the newer part of Gallipoli provides walking, eating, and shopping opportunities. The host's recommendations help visitors discover food specialties and best restaurants in the region.
Practical Comforts
The apartment has private parking available and a parking garage, plus a lift and smoke alarms for safety. Non-smoking rooms are standard throughout, and there is a designated smoking area. A shared lounge and TV area and free WiFi complete the offer, with the WiFi noted by guests as reliable for remote work.
Highlights
Accommodation: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment with sea-view terrace
Location: 5-10 min walk to old town island; 10 min to town beach
Host: Welcome wine, biscuits, Netflix login, personal recommendations