On the very tip of Italy’s “heel” this apartment sits in the sunny harbour town of Leuca. Sample the seafood restaurants by the water or head out to find a rugged coastline punctuated with secret sandy bays. The apartment is on the top floor of a traditional-style villa with a huge sun trap of a terrace looking out over the harbour. Out here, you can dine, recline and wash sandy feet in the outdoor show after days at the beach. Inside, it’s a little old-fashioned in terms of decor and the kitchen won’t win any awards for modernity, but the sea views from each window are what makes this place stand out.

Home truths:
*This apartment is on the first floor of a building without a lift so it may not suit those with limited mobility.
*One of the bedrooms has three single beds, so three people would be sharing at capacity.
*There isn't a living room, but the terrace is furnished as a lounge area.
*The traditional decor here might not be to everyone's taste. It feels a little dated in parts, especially the kitchen.
*If you're travelling for work, you won't find a dedicated desk here. However, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace.
*You'll have your own private entrance here.
*Your host welcomes pets on request.
*Although there's no private parking, there is on-street parking just outside.