600-Year-Old Stone Cave · Castle District

Step inside 600 years of history. Tao Stones is not just a place to sleep — it's a place to feel Puglia from the inside. Carved into the living rock of Conversano's medieval quarter, this stone cave apartment has been home to generations of locals since the 1400s. Today, it's been thoughtfully restored to offer you all modern comforts, without erasing a single breath of its soul. The space The moment you cross the threshold, the temperature drops a few degrees and the noise of the world fades away. That's the magic of stone walls that have been keeping people cool and sheltered for six centuries. - Authentic vaulted ceilings (volte a botte) in exposed stone - Original chianche stone flooring — the same slabs walked by medieval Conversano - Charming kitchen nook set inside an antique fracassè, tiled in hand-painted majolica - Comfortable French bed with solid wood slats - Smart UHD 40" TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, A/C + fans, safe, washing machine, CO₂ detector - Stone sink bathroom with shower — compact and full of character Everything you need is here. Nothing you don't. The location You're steps from Conversano's castle, on a quiet pedestrian lane where the only sounds are neighbours, swallows, and the distant clinking of dinner glasses. From here, Puglia opens up like a map: Polignano a Mare · 10 km Monopoli · 20 km Alberobello · 26 km Matera · 60 km A cheap paid parking lot is just around the corner (~€0.30/hour). Bus to Polignano runs nearby. Your host Francesco is a Superhost with 10 years of experience and a genuine love for hospitality. Expect fast replies, local restaurant tips, and a warm welcome that makes you feel like family — not a guest. "You arrive as a guest. You leave as a friend." Who stays here? Couples who want to live a destination, not just visit it. Slow travellers. History lovers. Anyone who's ever dreamed of sleeping inside a medieval Pugliese home — and waking up to a cappuccino at the bar around the corner. If that's you: welcome home. Registration Details IT072019C200065641