Best Vacation Rentals in Ceglie Messapica

17 miles from Costa Merlata in Ceglie Messapica, B&B Terre di Kalia offers accommodations with access to a solarium. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. There's free private parking, and the property provides a paid airport shuttle service. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. All rooms come with a kettle, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while selected rooms have a terrace and some have pool views. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy an Italian breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests can make the most of the garden, infinity pool, and yoga classes offered at B&B Terre di Kalia. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Taranto Cathedral is 24 miles from B&B Terre di Kalia, while Castello Aragonese is 24 miles away. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 32 miles from the property.

- "Great!" - "Absolutely beautiful and relaxing stay at B&B Terre Di Kallia." - "A really nice stay in this peaceful place" - "highly recommended if you want to stay in Puglia" - "Restful and beautiful stay in the heart of Puglia" - "Relaxing stay" - "Lovely stay" - "Peaceful retreat in the countryside (but close to many places)" - "A very good feeling and we’ll tell everyone about this place. Go there if you have a chance!"

Hotel in Ceglie Messapica with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
Masseria Casina Vitale offers 14 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "This was a very, very nice place. Location is great, close to several cost towns. Pool is awesome."

Messapica Home offers air-conditioned rooms in Ceglie Messapica. This recently renovated bed and breakfast is located 24 miles from Torre Guaceto Reserve and 24 miles from Castello Aragonese. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and Taranto Cathedral is 24 miles away. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Kitchenware and kettle are also featured. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. If you'd prefer to not eat out, you can make use of the kitchenette facilities, which include a stovetop, coffee machine, and a minibar. Taranto Sotterranea is 24 miles from the bed and breakfast, while National Archaeological Museum of Taranto-Marta is 24 miles away. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 27 miles from the property.

- "It was a very good stay." - "Gorgeous area!"

Extremely stylish, private and spaciously 11 cone 200 Year old Trullo. Fully Air-conditioned, WiFi as good as you can get in the area, Completely restored by its Irish owners, with local stone masons in traditional stone method's roofs and walls up to 3ft6 thick, no expense spared, you will find it hard to find another trulli to this standard and this number of cone roofs.
Mosaic tiled Pool.
Oasis of tranquility surrounded by Mediterranean grounds, 6 acres of olive groves to explore. The land is dotted with plum, pear, apple, lemon, cherry, almond and fig trees which fruit at different seasons.
there are some old stables we dont use. Local towns are 'very' Italian, Good markets and good shopping, local food and restaurants are great, manageress will meet and greet and look after your needs. Welcome food pack provided. No light pollution, so the stars at night are amazing, for the midnight swim! Local Manageress will look after you, Meet greet , any problems. Hi Spec Alarm monitored by Security Co. with mobile responce
optional inverter Heating for Pool ,
Guest NETFLIX ,
Ice maker ,
Big gas hob
very big smart fridge
wine cooler separate fridge
Mosaic tiled Pool serviced 2 times a week
cleaners every saturday
Gas BBQ
WiFi
Smart TV x 2
Air Con units throughout , even the bathrooms....
nespresso coffee machine
Hot Tub , heating is extra
Bath towels, and beach towels provided.
battery restaurant table lights
some solar lights on the roofs
this is our holiday home so very high fit out .
it is a self catering villa, but generally we have a lot of extras there that you don't normally get with self catering

- "Super place with swimming pool, hot tub, bbq etc. Arrived to lots of food in fridge and a few extras which was really welcomed after travel with kids. Everyone enjoyed themselves so much that we didn’t want to leave. Kids pool integrated into main pool which was super for young kids - didn't worry about them falling into a deep pool. House close to lots of interesting and historical towns and beaches. Relaxing environment. Very helpful and responsive owner and property manager. Car essential. Would return for sure."

Providing garden views, le dimore di MaMa in Ceglie Messapica offers accommodations and barbecue facilities. With pool views, this accommodation provides a patio. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. The units at the vacation home come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave, and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the vacation home, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the vacation home features a selection of packed lunches. Guests can make the most of the garden, infinity pool, and yoga classes offered at le dimore di MaMa. You can play darts at the accommodation, and bike rental and car rental are available. Guests can also warm up near the outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Torre Guaceto Reserve is 23 miles from le dimore di MaMa, while Taranto Cathedral is 29 miles from the property. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 27 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "A gem - - it could not be better!" - "Very special in a nice trullo-house" - "Our family had a memorable time" - "Excellent, we will be back."

Close to cycling, swimming, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and enjoy a short 5-minute walk to Itria Valley, or easily tackle the 10-minute drive to Piazza della Liberta.

Relax by the private pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 1938-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio and outdoor furniture. For a change of scenery, come inside and try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and stereo.

A dining area, a BBQ grill, a fireplace, and air conditioning are featured at this 7-bedroom, 6-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And because there's access to laundry facilities, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.

- "This was our first family holiday since the pandemic and we had a fabulous time. From the initial booking process through to the end, Teresa the host was fantastic and her response times were amazing. The property is fantastic, the beds are super comfortable and we had a marvellous time. Thank you 🙏" - "Wonderful property. Beautiful and quiet location, rooms and bathrooms are all comfortable, spacious and fully updated, great water pressure, kitchen is well appointed, wifi connection was great and the hosts are gracious and helpful. We were a group of 9 and everyone had lots of space and privacy. We will definitely stay again! Thank you Teresa for a memorable Pugliese experience."

Offering a garden, Maison Trullo provides accommodations in Ceglie Messapica. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. Featuring a terrace and pool views, the spacious villa includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath. A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruit. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. An Italian breakfast is available at the villa. Maison Trullo also offers an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center for guests to relax in. For guests with children, the accommodation features outdoor play equipment. A car rental service and a private beach area are available at Maison Trullo. Taranto Cathedral is 26 miles from the villa, while Castello Aragonese is 26 miles from the property. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 31 miles away.

- "A perfect stay! - 10/10" - "Great house, great host, great location. Can only recommend. Thanks Maison trullo." - "Perfetto!" - "highly recommended" - "Beautiful Trullo in serene location, but requires more attention to detail"

☀️ During the summer months of June, July, August and September, weekly bookings are from Saturday to Saturday, although it is possible to arrive and leave on a different day.

Casale Dell’Oliveto is a tranquil and spacious country villa. Converted from old farm buildings, incorporating two trullo cones and lamia and set in a privately owned, fenced five acre olive grove, with many almond, fig and pear trees and even pomegranates in season.

The Trullo is a distinctive, small dry-stone building with a conical roof, which is specific to the Itria Valley in this region of Puglia.

The 3 double bedroom villa has been uniquely and beautifully furnished in a relaxed mediterranean style, ideal for three couples or a large family group.

Each of the bedrooms has its own distinctive character, all have air conditioning and en-suite bathroom with large walk in shower.

The kitchen and lavenderia is well equipped, with hi-spec appliances, including large Smeg oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine and a dining table comfortably seating eight.

The living room, kitchen and master bedroom all have glass doors leading out onto a large covered terrace, which is ideal for lounging and dining during the hot summer months.

There are numerous areas around the villa for you to dine, lounge and relax in... including the pergola by the pool with its BBQ and dining table, the walled herb & citrus garden and the large rooftop, which is ideal for yoga in the early morning or evening and then stargazing at night.

- "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this idyllic and comfortable villa in a red desert of olive, pine and fig. What an experience! The villa has all you need to reintroduce yourself back to your roots. Thank you." - "Spent 3 glorious weeks at this beautiful villa with my husband and explored the region with visits to Lecce, Monopoli, Matera, Bari, Brindisi, Polignano sul Mare, Taranto, Ceglie Messapica, Martina Franca, Locorotondo, Alberobello and more."

Fogliantica Azienda Agrituristica is a recently renovated vacation home in Ceglie Messapica where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden, and shared lounge. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. The vacation home features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and a private bathroom with bidet and a hair dryer. A stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruit, and chocolates or cookies. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at Fogliantica Azienda Agrituristica. The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Taranto Cathedral is 25 miles from the accommodation, while Castello Aragonese is 25 miles from the property. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 34 miles away.

- "Excellent" - "Perfect environment for a relaxing and envigourating dream holiday"

Completely restored in 2017 and tastefully decorated, Trullo La Gioia is a stunning five-cone trullo which sleeps 6 (2 doubles + 1 double/twin, all with en-suite shower rooms).

Trullo La Gioia is located 8 km from the atmospheric town of Ceglie Messapica and 10 km from the beautiful town of Ostuni (known as "la città bianca"). Both of these towns are well served by excellent restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, weekly outdoor markets, etc. The nearest beaches are 15 km / 30 minutes away and there are a number of charming historic towns within easy reach: Martina Franca, Cisternino, Locorotondo, and Alberobello.

In a completely rural setting, surrounded by 5 acres of olive groves and fruit trees, the trullo is the perfect place to get away from it all.

Overlooking the trullo there is an idyllic private pool with sunloungers and deckchairs with views of the surrounding countryside.

There is a spacious shaded veranda to the side of the trullo with a large dining table and a comfortable seating area with sofas and cushions. Here you can enjoy eating alfresco and relaxing with a coffee or an aperitif.

Inside there is a spacious kitchen/diner, a utility room, and a delightful living room with an open fireplace.

- "We had a wonderful relaxing holiday at this Trullo. The outdoor space, pool and vista were stunning and the pictures of the indoor spaces did not do it justice. A great central location to visit many parts of Puglia. Peter & Marina were extremely helpful & approachable. We highly recommend staying at this property." - "A trullo totally updated . great land around. amazing view on valley of olive trees. the external bbq dining area and the surronding around the swimming pool are just perfect. locations is great to visit around. perfect for 4 adults and 2 kids or young adults. as each room get his own bathroom . 1 master bedroom with a small lobby area or working place and his bathroom 1 bedroom with a 2 persons bed and a nice bathroom with an external entry perfect for late clubber 😀 1 bedroombwith 2 twin beds . large kitchen . all the rooms are perfectly decorated no brainer .rent it"

23 miles from Taranto Cathedral in Ceglie Messapica, PIRANO Suite features accommodations with access to a hot tub. The property is around 23 miles from Castello Aragonese, 24 miles from Taranto Sotterranea, and 24 miles from National Archaeological Museum of Taranto-Marta. The accommodation provides a sauna, free Wifi throughout the property, and full-day security. The air-conditioned bed and breakfast consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. A private entrance leads guests into the bed and breakfast, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This bed and breakfast is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy an à la carte breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is an on-site bar. Torre Guaceto Reserve is 24 miles from PIRANO Suite, while Archaeological Museum Egnazia is 23 miles away. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 27 miles from the property.

Internet • Other • Breakfast • Spa • Security/Safety • Fireplace/Heating • Parking • Air Conditioner • Guest Services • Bar • Entertainment • Hot Tub

Experience the charm of our 17th-century Trulli nestled in the heart of Itria Valley, blending authentic ambiance with modern comforts. Recently renovated, the property features a private pool, inviting verandas, and a lush garden. Indulge in the BBQ and Pizza Oven facilities for memorable outdoor feasts. With 5 beautifully decorated bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2 fully-equipped kitchens, the Trulli offers a serene haven for guests. Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and explore the rich local history, culture, and cuisine at this enchanting Italian retreat.

- "3 generations of girls took Mum to celebrate her 88th birthday. The villa was perfect , beautiful gardens and pool, cool interior and quiet location. Stefano communicated kindly throughout. Thank you for a lovely week" - "We have just returned from an amazing half term holiday at this beautiful property in an excellent location for exploring all that Puglia has to offer. Highlights: a super swimming pool which everyone enjoyed and an amazing outdoor kitchen for bbqs and pizzas. Stefano was an excellent host who kept in touch and gave us lots of ideas and advice, which made our stay so much more enjoyable. It felt like home and we’d love to return one day."

Providing a garden, Trullollero UnPostoNelMondo provides accommodations in Ceglie Messapica. This vacation home features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The vacation home has a picnic area and a solarium. Providing access to a patio with inner courtyard views, the air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this vacation home also comes with a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer. The property has an outdoor dining area. Torre Guaceto Reserve is 22 miles from the vacation home, while Taranto Cathedral is 25 miles from the property. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 25 miles away.

- "A fantastic property - very charming and comfortable with lovely outdoor areas to relax in." - "Living in the fairy tale. I wish I could give a higher rating than 10"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as a minibar and a garden. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a crib.

- "Scenic property with a magical feel. Spotless clean rooms with beautiful design. Amazing breakfast with local ingredients. Welcoming hosts. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you so much for your hospitality. " - "À real paradise on earth !! Everything Was absolutely perfect !! " - "Amazing! Lovely place and lovely people!" - "Beautiful place, the breakfast was fantastic. Welcoming and responsive host. Our apartment had everything we needed and very charming. "

22 miles from Taranto Cathedral in Ceglie Messapica, Trullo Madia e Dimora Giorgio features accommodations with access to wellness packages and open-air bath. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The accommodation provides a hot tub, free Wifi throughout the property, and family rooms. The vacation home provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and a private bathroom with hot tub and a hair dryer. Kitchenware is also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the vacation home, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. There is an on-site coffee shop. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Trullo Madia e Dimora Giorgio. Castello Aragonese is 23 miles from the accommodation, while Taranto Sotterranea is 23 miles away. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 31 miles from the property.

- "An absolute gem"

The Trullo is located a few kilometers from Ostuni (the famous White City) and from other important tourist resorts in the Itria Valley such as Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Martina Franca, Cisternino etc. Logistically it is located exactly in the center of the Salento peninsula, 20/25 km away from the beautiful jagged rocky coasts of the Adriatic Sea and 25/35 km from the long stretches of very fine sand of the Ionian Sea. It is also surrounded, at a short distance from each other, by excellent restaurants and trattorias of national and international fame which have given the town the universal recognition of "Land of Gastronomy" in addition to the important wine cellars which produce the excellent local wine. trullo therefore represents the strategically ideal choice from which to start for any type of holiday. 2 international airports (Brindisi Papola Casale at only 30 km and Bari Palese at about 90 km) and major roads also allow you to easily reach the destination. The loyalty of our customers is our best calling card and we will be happy to offer you the best solution for you. The entire structure is made up of 3 distinct units, fully furnished and equipped with air conditioning: The TRULLO has 2 double bedrooms, with the possibility of single or double beds, 1 alcove with double sofa bed, entrance hall, living room, kitchenette, 1 bathroom and 2 other rooms (alcoves) for different use. It is therefore possible to accommodate from 4 to 6 people. The APARTMENT consists of a large covered veranda, equipped with a barbecue and large tables to comfortably accommodate even 16 people. Inside, a comfortable main kitchen furnished with living room, fireplace and double sofa bed. Upstairs we find two double bedrooms and full bathroom. It can therefore accommodate 4 to 6 people. The DEPENDANCE is an intimate rustic stone and brick studio apartment comprising an entrance hall with a sofa bed for 2, a kitchen area furnished with everything you need, a sleeping area with a queen-size bed and a complete bathroom. It can therefore accommodate from 2 to 4 people Outside we find a spacious covered veranda equipped with an independent pizzeria corner. There is no lack of space for relaxation: the building is surrounded by large squares and verandas equipped with an oven and/or barbecue available to the structure and all around 15,000 meters of garden and completely fenced olive grove to allow total independence from the outside world in absolute privacy. The whole area of ​​relevance has private parking

- "A great week in a beautiful Trulli. Roberto's home is great, well equipped and peaceful. Leece is beautiful as is much of the south. Highly recommended." - "We had 7 nights at Trullocinquepunte and found everything to be excellent. We would stay again if visiting the Puglia region and would most definitely recommend to our friends. We were a group of 11, including 6 children aged from 6-12. The property is big and fully fenced so the children can explore and play freely for hours. The are fruit trees and vegetable patch and the children enjoyed picking some of the produce. The pool is a salt pool. It is good size and is clean and well maintained. We visited in early June before the hot summer and still found the pool a good temperature for swimming. The accommodation is split between 3 dwellings. This is perfect for different families to have their own space. The accomodation is nice and as you would expect out of Italian countryside. We made good use of the BBQ and pizza oven facilities which made our stay even more authentic. The closest town is Ceglie Messipica - about 5 mins drive. It is small and not touristy. The town centre is surprisingly charming and is full of restaurants with great food. Most things close for siesta in early afternoon and it comes to life again in the evening. This town was a highlight for us. The property is well located for visiting popular towns and sites throughout Puglia. Roberto the host is great to deal with. Thankyou again Roberto."

Boasting accommodation with a private pool, Villa Alessandra is situated in Ceglie Messapica. This villa has a garden. The provided villa is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a dining area and 1 bathroom with a bidet and shower. The villa offers a year-round outdoor pool. This property provides a barbecue. Alberobello is 27 km from Villa Alessandra, while Taranto is 43 km from the property. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 46 km away.

Kitchen • Child Friendly • Pool • Balcony/Terrace • Internet • Pet Friendly • Wheelchair Accessible • Breakfast

On the borders between the Itria Valley and Salento in the municipality of Ceglie Messapica, we find TRULLO GRAZIOSO, an ancient trullo with four cones with adjacent lamia and separate villa, it can accommodate up to 8/12 people, with 4 double beds, 2 sofa beds large, 3 bathrooms and laundry area, all structures with separate entrances, renovated in the perfect character of the area, structure in the countryside between olive trees and fruit of various types, in a land of almost 3000 square meters, in-ground swimming pool 6x12 meters with solarium, illuminated with various colors in the evening, external music system around the swimming pool and gazebo, all air-conditioned and a few minutes from the town center, supermarkets and nightlife, very close to a pine forest used for parties in the summer called the pine forest. Ulmo reachable quietly on foot, walking on the quiet country roads, admiring the splendid landscape that the area offers us, complete structure with everything possible to carry out barbeque, private parking, all completely fenced, and alarmed.
linen included on request without extra charge

About 15 km from Ostuni and 20 km from the wonderful Adriatic sea.
30 km from Alberobello and 10 km from Martinafranca, 20 km from Francavilla Fontana, 40 km from Monopoli and Polignano a Mare -

100 km from Bari-Palese airport
50 km from Brindisi-Casale airport

- "We had an excellent stay at the Trullo and Villa. It was very comfortable, so many places to enjoy the outdoors and so much to see nearby and a little further out. The place is outside of town, so not really easy walking distance to anything. But, driving distance to so much! Check-in was seamless, Francesca met us and even brought a young, English-speaking friend to help translate (even though Francesca’s English was quite good). There was plenty of room for our 7 people. The one thing I didn’t expect was the fairly unusable shower in trullo. Really, there are 2 showers and an outdoor shower. Just so you know people will need to share their bathrooms in the 2 other structures. It was fine for our group however. The pool was really lovely and just when we started thinking it should be cleaned (just to pull bugs and leaves out) someone came super early in the morning to clean it! The place is well taken care of and it shows. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Also, of note, Ceglie Messapica is known for its slow food movement. It’s a lovely town with really wonderful restaurants at a good price. Enjoy!"

Trulli Capatosta is a recently renovated villa in Ceglie Messapica where guests can make the most of the open-air bath and garden. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests can keep up their exercise routines during yoga and fitness classes. If you'd like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surrounding area, and the villa can arrange a car rental service. Torre Guaceto Reserve is 23 miles from Trulli Capatosta, while Taranto Cathedral is 30 miles away. Brindisi - Salento Airport is 23 miles from the property.

Other • Internet • Security/Safety • Hot Tub • Pool • Sports/Activities • Bedding/Linens • Oceanfront • Parking • Tv • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking • Breakfast

Villa Marianna sits on a hilltop in the southernmost Salento subregion of Puglia (the "heel" of the Italian "boot") between the medieval towns of Ostuni and Ceglie Messapica. The property offers panoramic views taking in 3 ancient hilltop towns sweeping away to distant views of the Ionian Sea over a landscape of olive groves dotted with typical masserie (farmhouses) and trulli cones (a type of rustic conical stone building unique to this region and protected by UNESCO status).
The property is set at the center of two and a half acres of gardens with olive, fruit & nut trees, pine grove and stone walled terraces stepping down the hillside and despite its lofty position offers a good level of privacy.
With so many facilities and amenities it feels like a mini private resort.
Comprising a 3 bedroom villa and a 2-bedroom adjacent manor house (a converted barn) each with its own independent lounge, dining and kitchen areas and outdoor terraces. The two buildings make Villa Marianna ideal for multigenerational family groups or multiple families wishing to enjoy holidays together. The dual facilities provide a great deal of flexibility enabling a degree of privacy if required yet still offering multiple locations around the property and on the land where everyone can gather for fun, games and convivial meals.
Outside the hard-to-beat amenities include a large tiled swimming pool, shallow relax/splash pool, roof garden, sunken Moroccan style roof terrace with futons and mood lighting, large covered pool terrace for alfresco living with its own lounge, dining table, bar and cooking on a BBQ or large gas ring with huge pans for paella, risotto or pasta. This terrace has dimmable chandeliers for getting the atmosphere just right on those warm summer nights. On the trullo terrace there is a wood-fired pizza oven and BBQ, fire-pit and large dining table. The villa Courtyard has a further BBQ and dining table.
For the active there are volleyball/badminton and boules/bocce courts. an exercise platform with multiple bars, some weights, fitness straps and a punch bag. There is a round-the-clock, 5 hole mini golf course on the pine terrace, croquet ‘lawn’, darts and corn hole game.
Part way up the hill is a terrace facing the rising sun with a covered exercise/yoga platform (with mats).
The slope of the hill is terraced with drystone walls and the upper terraces have been left semi-wild and have several strategically placed, secluded relaxing areas with hammocks and loungers affording splendid views away to the coast.
Indoors you will find all bedrooms are en-suite and air conditioned with 4 of bedrooms opening directly onto terraces. The villa and the manor house each have their own well-equipped independent kitchens, lounges and dining areas. Both have full, speedy wifi coverage (as does the pool) and TVs with DVD, Apple TV, Chromecast and Roku.
Villa Marianna has well stocked libraries for books, CDs, DVDs, board games and card games. The house and pool terraces have hifi systems and villa a portable ‘beat box’ and for on the roof or out on the trullo terrace there is a rechargeable Bluetooth speaker which has an impressive sound.
The villa has a laundry room while the house kitchen has a dishwasher, blender, toaster, and pasta maker. For coffee lovers there are espresso machines, filter coffee makers, and French press.
Guests are welcome to help themselves to any of the herbs or fruits in the gardens that may be in season during their visit. Please note that we do not accept pets on the premises.
Parking is plentiful and secure behind lockable gates.

THINGS TO DO OFF-SITE
Local chefs offer pasta and pizza making lessons. A little further away there is 5-star golf course and boat rentals. There are 2 local bike hire companies to choose from. Organised group walks and cycle excursions take place through the Millenaria di Puglia organisation.

EATING OUT
There is a wide spectrum of excellent restaurants ranging from cheap and cheerful family cooking and lots of it to award-winning fine dining. There are also plenty of cafes and bars in the area and in adjacent towns. Ask to be mailed our restaurant list for more details.

EATING IN
There are 2 well-equipped kitchens with burners, oven, toaster, kettle, juicer, slow cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher etc. which gives groups of guests the opportunity to be flexible and independent or share the catering. Outside on the pool terrace there is a large gas BBQ and large gas ring for paella and risotto and large pan cooking . The villa Courtyard has a charcoal only grill and on the Trullo terrace is a wood-fired pizza oven. There are several outdoor seating areas around the pool, on the land , on the roof on the terraces in sun or shade as well as indoor dining areas in both buildings.

SHOPPING

FOOD
Masseria Fragnite about 2km away has a wider selection of cheeses including mozzarella. They also have homemade salami, ham and flour. You can buy fresh milk here if you ask for it in the cheese shop (take a bottle to put it in).
Macelleria Aziendale is a farm butcher is about a km down the road towards Antimo’s and you can get just about anything here from a whole goat to a beef burger. All excellent quality and reasonably priced. Every day except for Sunday there is a fornello pronto here where you can choose your meat and they BBQ it for you and you can eat it in the adjacent dining area with wine, water, beer, salad and bread or take it away.
Ceglie and Ostuni street market on Saturday morning are good for food, clothes and odd bits and pieces.
Both Ceglie and Ostuni have lots of specialist shops that you will find just by driving around: Pescheria-fish, Macelleria-butcher, Caesificio or fromaggeria-cheese, Panificio –bread, foccacia and cakes, Pastificeria-fresh pasta, Pasticceria- cakes, Gelateria-ice cream and frozen cakes, Frutti/vedure-fruit & vegetables, Cantina-wine, Enoteca-wine & olive oil.
SUPERMARKET: The closest (and best with the best range of goods) local supermarket is DOK (5 mins).
CLOTHES
The Saturday morning markets in Ostuni and Ceglie have reasonably priced fashionable clothes as does Grottaglie market on Thursday morning. There is a good selection of shops in the Shopping Malls (see below). The main street in Ostuni has a good selection of designer shops. Grottaglie market on Thursday morning is good for clothes. At the far end of the market there are tables of clothes, a bit like a jumble sale, and you can pick up some designer bargains here for just a few Euros. Wear a swimsuit and a brave face if you want to try things on as there are no changing rooms.
SOUVENIRS
More than you can shake a stick at in the trulli town of Alberobello and Centro Storico in Ostuni.

SHOPPING MALLS
There is an Auchan near Mesagne (30 mins drive) on the Brindisi to Taranto motorway and another mall just outside Brindisi (40 mins drive) on the same road. There is a good selection of shops at both.

FESTIVALS AND FAIRS (FESTA, SAGRA, FIERA)
All the local town have an abundance of these during the summer months and some nights you can stand on the roof terrace and watch a succession of distant firework displays from all directions. The events are not very well publicized and often only at short notice

PLACES TO GO ( a small selection)
ON THE COAST
North Coast
Beaches: Torre Guaceto ( a nature reserve, no cafes or kiosks so you will need to take everything with you, Pantanagianni, Egnazia (just the Savelletri side of Egnazia). The beach with the young buzz, loud bars, pizzeria and fish restaurant is Lido di Bosca Verde near Pilone.
Savelletri and Torre Canne has a very good selection of seafood restaurants.
Octopus BBQ (and other seafood’s)-La Rotunda: Between Torre Canne and Savelletri
Towns: Villanova: a little fishing port. Polignano Al Mare (perched on cliffs). Trani and Monopoli have interesting small harbors. Otranto has an unusual church with skulls and a tree of life in the floor.
The big towns of Bari and Brindisi have extensive port areas and old centres. They are both ferry ports.
South Coast
Beaches: take your pick anywhere between San Pietro di Bevagna and Campomarina (between Porto Caesareo and Taranto).
Taranto has an large port are and old centre and extensive mussel beds.
Gallipoli is an interesting port with adjacent beaches and reputed to be the south Puglia clubbing hot-spot.
INLAND
Ostuni, and Ceglie with their medieval Centro Storicos are a wondrous confusion of winding streets and alleys. Ostuni also has impressive views away to the sea and is the more cosmopolitan of the 2 towns. But Ceglie has a more ‘real’ Italian feel.
Carovigno has an old centre with a small castle that has a very picturesque courtyard. There are tours round the castle (last one at 6pm).
Locorotondo is a very stylish town with a plethora of balconies and pleasant strolls. Some good eating places as well.
Lecce, named Florence of the south by the Lecce tourist board, has lots of interesting and unusual buildings: can be reached by train from Ceglie which makes for a nice day out. In the other direction the train goes to Martina Franca.
Oria, good castle, museum, gardens and surrounding old town, Vecchia Oria is a good seafood restaurant
Matera (Sassi), a fascinating semi-deserted town of cave dwellings. The location for Mel Gibson’s film The Passion Of Christ and is the European City Of Culture 2019
Alberobello, a completely unique town made almost entirely of trulli. A must even though it is very touristy.
Grotte di Castellano, spectacular limestone caves, Italy’s longest cave system.

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