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Villa |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

San Vito dei Normanni in Brindisi

From £700 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

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Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car essential, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

A luxury character property recently constructed in the classic “Apulian” style with the added benefit of a stunning heated inground 10m x 5m swimming pool for sole use of "Tiddler" guests. The comfortable villa sits in an olive grove with fruit trees in a tranquil setting providing the ideal get-away location. The town of San Vito Dei Normanni with all its facilities is less than two miles away. The bars and restaurants in the town are open till late. Ostuni with it's "Centro Storico" the historic centre, tourist shops, bars, restaurants are approx. 15 mins drive away.
The local markets are worth a visit for fresh vegetables…..and the odd pair of shoes!

The beaches, coastal restaurants and bars are a 7.5 miles away.

Ostuni 7.5 miles. Lecce 40 minutes drive, Ionian Sea 50 minutes drive, Adriatic Sea 15 minutes drive. Large supermarket 5minute drive, 24hour petrol station 5 minutes drive.

The accommodation comprises of three bedrooms each with en-suite shower room and air conditioning, lounge, kitchen with dining area, covered veranda and large secure enclosed private courtyard with a gate leading to the adjacent private pool area. The pool area is totally enclosed and can only be accessed by Tiddler guests. The property has double glazing, four inverter air conditioning units, the three en-suites are modern and of a good size, the windows and doors have mosquito/fly nets. There is ample covered parking for two cars.

As Tiddler is, in our opinion, a Toddler Friendly villa we have provided the following for the younger guests:
Cot plus a travel cot "Disney sleep & play" which also doubles up as a play pen, two highchairs, Chicco electric bottle sterilising unit (Seven bottle capacity), electrical bottle warmer, baby monitor, baby changing mat, potty, baby bath, plenty of linen, towels, blanket, quilt, protectors plus colourful children's plastic plates & cutlery all available on request without charge (as the equipment is not stored in the Villa). Children's cartoon DVDs also available.

A dry stone wall surrounds the property and the villa is totally enclosed with a private gated drive.

The holiday home is in the country offering tranquility, but not isolated, it situated in a lived in area and approached by a tarmac road with street lighting.

Guests will be met and guided to "Tiddler" and a welcome pack of essentials can be organised if required at cost.

There are maps, guide books, reading books, DVDs, selection of children's DVDs, board games, radio with ipod connection & sat nav available. SKY TV options include Sport, News, Cinema & Children's Entertainment.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The lounge is light and airy with a large three seater sofa, further wicker armchairs, coffee tables, air conditioning unit with heater, SKY Digital TV with BBC World and DVD player.

The kitchen is fully equipped for those wishing to dine in. There is a five ring gas cooker with oven, dishwasher, microwave, new large upright fridge with a separate freezer compartment plus the usual kettle, electric espresso maker and toaster. Ample storage for groceries and a six seating dining table.
There are three double bedrooms. They can be set up as two double and one twin or two twin and one double. They all have air conditioning units with cooler/heater. Each bedroom has a complete modern en-suite shower room. All showers have good water pressure and plenty of hot water from the solar panels which is backed up by a thermostatically controlled emersion heater for the winter months and the odd cloudy day.

Fans have been provided if guests do not wish to use the air conditioning.

Further details outdoors:
Under the covered veranda there is a separate six seater table for dining "Al Fresco" and wicker armchairs with coffee table for lounging.

The gated courtyard, with further tables and seating for six, which surrounds the covered veranda is well lit and ideal for BBQs.
There is a lockable gate from the courtyard leading to the enclosed pool area at the rear of the villa. The pool is for Tiddler guests only and can only be accessed through the courtyard. There are 6 sunloungers, table & chairs, umbrellas a cold & hot water shower in the pool area.
The pool and surrounding area is also lit should you wish to have a swim in the evening.
The pool will be heated in April, May, September & October to extend availability.
There is a Turnball, full size outdoor ping pong table & a pub football table under the veranda.
The approach to the villa is lit by street lighting and the parking area is also well lit for those late night returns. The car port provides shade for two vehicles during the hot summer days.

Smoking is allowed in the Courtyard and Covered Veranda.

The property is not on a main road but in a country lane, it is ideally situated for those wishing to walk, cycle and explore. The roads are relatively flat (with the odd pot hole), downhill into town uphill on the way back! It is in an area where many Italians have their country home and spend most of their summer days. It is not commercial or "touristy" but typically Italian. You can eat and drink well locally at very reasonable prices. Children are welcomed in most places as long as escorted by responsible adults. It is quite normal for an Italian family to take the children out for a meal and a walk in the square late at night especially in the warm summer evenings.

The outer perimiter of the Villa is gated and completely enclosed as is the inner courtyard and swimming pool area in our opinion making a very toddler friendly environment.

The owners are multilingual, reside locally can offer assistance if required.

Further details

The pool is enclosed & gated but parents must take the responsibility for the children and they must be supervised at all times.

The pool will be available for guests from April until the end of October as there is a thermostatically controlled pool heater.
Please check with us prior to booking.

SKY TV available in the summer months there is a charge of £10 per week out of season.

Conditions

Strictly no smoking in the villa or pool area, but permitted under the covered veranda.

30% deposit required on booking.
Remaining balance and refundable damages deposit of £350 are due six weeks prior to holiday date.
The refundable damages deposit will be refunded within 7 days of departure subject to satisfactory final inspection & inventory.

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Tiddler's enclosed pool area at the back- San Vito Dei Normanni

 

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"Tiddler" Heated Pool September 2011 by day.

 

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Tiddler Enclosed Courtyard with Covered Veranda & BBQ

 

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"Tiddler" Pool From Roof Terrace

The Puglia/Molise region

Puglia or Apulia is in the heart of the South, an area cut off for centuries by history and geography from the rest of Italy. Its landscapes are un-spoilt, rocky and sun bleached, or smothered in vineyards and olive groves.

And.......of course there is the famous "Trulli". Alberobello is the enchanting Trulli capital of Puglia a decreed national monument and a world heritage site by UNESCO. An important tourist destination that can not be missed.

The Caves at Castellana Grotte are one of Italy's most famous and Apulia's main tourist attraction. These spectacular caves are more than 2km long. They are open to visitors throughout the year and offer guided tours in various languages.

The locals are friendly and welcoming, happy to help you in any way they can, many speak or understand English.

Puglia by far the most rewarding part of the South is also known as "Italy's best kept secret".

Discover it for yourself!

The Brindisi / San Vito dei Normanni area

The history of San Vito Dei Normanni dates back to the Byzantines, the main square has evolved around the castle and 12th century tower built for Frederick II.

There are bars, ice cream parlours, restaurants/pizzerias eat in or take-away, plus all the amenities that can be expected from a typical town of the region.

The town festival week is usually the first week of July (Please check with us for exact dates).

Parking in the town centre is free and easily available within the designated areas.

Ostuni, not far from San Vito Dei Normanni, known as "La Citta Bianca" the white city is of Messapian origins and stretches over three hilltops. The whitewashed houses and narrow lanes of "La Terra" the old quaters in the "Centro Storico" are known all over the world for its original architecture. Ostuni is a main tourist destination there are many bars, restaurant, ice cream parlours and souvenier shops. The festival week of Ostuni is at the end of August.

Our Friends of the local Masseria would also like to invite you to take part in a special cookery class where you will be shown how to…..make a traditional pasta sauce, make Puglian orecchiette, given a guided visit to the oil press (traditional stone press) plus a demonstration & explanation in English of how to make the sauce, orecchiette and preparation of vegetables of the month. Aprons & ingredients to “make your own” with guidance are provided. There is a charge of €48 per person but this also includes a meal to sample your own creations with wine, water, soft drinks & coffee in the restaurant.

How to get there

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Brindisi Airport is the closest to San Vito Dei Normanni approximately 12 miles and Bari Airport is approximately 60 miles.
Ryan Air offers direct flights from Stanstead to Brindisi 25 Kilometres from the villa. Alitalia has flights from London Heathrow to Brindisi with a change at Rome or Milan.

There are also Ryan Air, British Airways and Alitalia flights to Bari 130 Kilometres away.

A car is essential for touring and getting to the local amenities. There are many of the major car rental companies at the airports such as Avis, Hertz, Europcar, National and Sixth.
A meeting point in San Vito will be arranged and you will be guided to the property.

Ferry lines operate from Brindisi to many destinations like Corfu, Kefalonia and mainland Greece.

Activities near Brindisi

Guestbook for "Tiddler"

Ostuni, Lecce, Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Santa Sabina, San Vito restaurants and then "The icing on the cake"...........Tiddler!! What a Villa, the peace, tranquility & very high spec!! Bellissimo!! Thanks Mike & Alex we will be back!!! - The Hintons - Shrewsbury - May 2010

Had a great time at Tiddler, it is perfect for a young child like Bella (2). Very secure. - The Staley Family - Cumbria - June 2010

Had a very relaxing 2 week vacation in this wonderful villa. Mike & Alex proved to be very attentive and helped us plan our holiday. TKU - The Keighley Family - North Yorkshire - July 2010

Had a lovely week here at Tiddler. The children loved the pool, table tennis & football. Had fabulous days out in Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli & Torre Guaceto the very beautiful beach. - The Button Family - Warwick - July 2010

We have loved Tiddler, beautiful villa with a lovely peaceful surrounding. Made full use of the wonderful facilities and loved the pool. Thank you very much for a lovely week (: BBQ was top-notch! - The Davies Family - Weston-Super-Mare - August 2010

Pool brilliant here at t'farm. Porch at Tiddler a great place to start each day & unwind at the end of it! - The Flintoffs & Aloweiles - New Zealand - Sept 2010

Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
With Heated Pool Offer	1 Apr 12	1 May 12	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week
With Heated Pool Offer	1 May 12	3 Jun 12	800£ 800	0-	0-	1 Week
Start of Season Offer	3 Jun 12	15 Jun 12	900£ 900	0-	0-	1 Week
High Season Offer	30 Jun 12	21 Jul 12	1275£ 1275	0-	0-	1 Week
High Season	25 Aug 12	1 Sep 12	1575£ 1575	0-	0-	1 Week
End of Season Offer	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	900£ 900	0-	0-	1 Week
With Heated Pool Offer	29 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	800£ 800	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

There will be an additional charge for electricity consumption over € 40 per week at cost based on meter readings.

All Electricity consumption is to be paid during offer periods and out of season.

Payments can be made in GBP or Euros.

30% deposit required on booking (Booking will not be confirmed until the funds have been received or proof of transfer provided).

Remaining balance and refundable damages deposit of £350 are due eight weeks prior to holiday date.

Sheet & house towel change plus basic clean every seven days included. Additional cleaning and linen change can be provided upon request subject to additional charges based on occupancy.

There is no additional charge for the use of the baby & toddler equipment. Please specify your family's needs at time of booking as the equipment is not stored in the Villa.

The pool is cleaned & serviced twice a week for your comfort & safety.

The refundable damages deposit will be refunded within 7 days of departure subject to satisfactory final inspection & inventory.

SKY TV is available out of season & offer periods for £10 a week.

Availability

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3 years listed You are contacting Alex Mclean Landline n/a Mobile +39 320 7771222 Languages spoken The owner is based in Italy and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This villa has so far received 0 reviews.