Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This beautiful home from home is set in it’s own garden of Eden - 2 acres of olive, almond and lemon grove plus a beautiful private swimming pool set amongst the fruit trees and vineyard. It is just 2 miles from the centre of beautiful Ostuni and a 10 minute drive down to the loveliest white beaches in Italy.
The villa boasts the best of old and new. It has been lovingly restored around the centre section - a beautiful domed traditional saraceno trullo, whilst the east and West wings are closer to a Mediterranean villa style (but still very much Southern Italian style).
A holiday with a difference for those seeking wanting to escape the Brits and experience a truly Italian holiday!
We can now offer * horse riding * cookery classes * guided tours * Italian classes * Shopping and dinner party service * baby sitting Please ask for details and rates
Private swimming pool set amongst the fruit trees
Ostuni - The White City
Trulli Tartaruga - view of Trullo and West wing
Double bedroom beneath the beautiful domed Trullo
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The Puglia/Molise region
Puglia is known as the breadbasket of Italy due to the fact that most of the country's fruit, veg, pasta and olive oil are produced here. The area is very lush and green with some of the most ancient and impressive olive trees in the world - some thousands of years old. The region is wonderfully unspoilt and the holiday choice of Italians who love the 500 miles of sandy white coastline. It is also famous for the stunning Trulli which fill the countryside, particularly in the beautiful Valle D'Itria where the World Heritage site of Alberobello (Trulli Land) is situated. It is the perfect holiday choice for non touristy types who want a taste of true Italy. You will not find many bars and nightclubs here but you will experience some of the freshest and loveliest food of your life at some of the lovely restaurants. Historically, the region has been occupied more often than any other in Italy so there are some very interesting archeological sites and cities to visit. Villa Sant'Annina is situated right in the heart of the Valle d'Itria zona Monti. We challenge you to find a more beautiful spot!
Ostuni area
Ostuni is a stunning medieval white city, offering some of the best cuisine in Italy! It is a very vibrant city with a huge weekly market and the friendliest locals in Italy. Even at peak season, it remains very Italian and unspoilt. It is the place where Italians take their holidays! The villa is just 15 minutes away from the stunning Ionian coastline - 500 miles of white sandy beaches. The nearest beach is the best family beach in the area, complete with fantastic beach restaurant (very cheap, fantastic fish!)There are plenty of places to visit from the stunning World Heritage site, Alberobello (trulli town), to the beautiful city of Lecce (the Florence of the South!). For kids there is the fantastic Fasanolandia zoo safari and theme park plus the chance to be at one with nature and see where 90% of the Italy's pasta and olive oils are produced.
Puglia is most famous for its unique Trulli buildings. Crafted from stone, these amazing ancient stone structures have now mostly been renovated to provide stunning rural accommodation. The walls are several feet thick, keeping inhabitants cool in the summer and warm in the winter beneath their stunning domed ceilings.
Must sees… The best time for sight seeing is around 5pm when the temperature begins to drop and locals dress up to take their passegiata.
Centro Storico, Ostuni – just walk and walk. Every corner you turn holds another breathtaking view. Stunning. Our favourite church is next to the town hall in the Piazza.
The following towns are all a short drive from Ostuni, and well worth a visit. Martina Franca- The road to martina is a lovely drive – full of Trulli and Masserie. Martina itself is a baroque jewel -extremely elegant and well worth a visit.
Cisternino / Ceglie – smaller pretty towns with lots of character. It is worth visiting these towns for the drive alone which offers lovely scenery.
Alberobello – remarkable sight and a must see while you are here. Home of the trulli. Good to combine a trip with a trip to the amazing Castellano caves nearby.
Lecce is about 45 – 60 minutes drive. It is known as the Florence of the South, but I prefer Lecce any day! Wonderful Baroque architecture. Elegant university city. Masses to see and lots of shops!
Gargano peninsula – This is a treck, North of Bari. You will need to set off early, but once you are there you will see some of the most stunning coastline and country side you have ever seen in your life. Regarded by many as the loveliest place in Italy.
Egnazia - Ancient Roman port of Greek origin. Extensive ruins and fascinating museum. Also look out for the many Dolmens - Bronze age stones dotted about the region.
Markets
Every Saturday morning there is a fantastic market in Ostuni which sells everything from food to furniture. Fabulous ceramics and cheap for everything. Also, 2nd Sunday of each month, antiques market around old walls of centro storico. There are great markets in local towns nearly every other day of the week if you miss the Ostuni Saturday market.
Rainy days For kids, there’s a big ten pin bowling / amusement arcade on the road out of central Ostuni to Pilone.
There is also a fabulous Zoo safari with huge funfair / theatre in Fasano.
In Monopoli there is a ‘play planet’ – indoor play centre for kids. not my idea of a picnic but the kids love it and they serve geat pizza!
The caves in Castellano are huge and very impressive. They are a great rainy day option. Guided tours are available in English.
Eating Out
Puglia is known as the breadbasket of Italy due to the wonderful supplies of oil, pasta and fresh fruit and vegetables it produces. Locals will boast that the best is kept in Puglia. There are an abundance of fantastic restaurants in the area from romantic cave restaurants in the historic centre to fabulous fish restaurants on the beach. Each property is furnished with an information pack, detailing our personal favourites!
Beaches
Where can we start! Puglia has 500 miles of the most stunning sandy coastline. From tiny, deserted sandy coves to big family beaches complete with all facilities, the region boasts the loveliest beaches in Italy. You need never visit the same beach twice. Again, you will find our personal recomendations in your info pack. The coast is about 10 minutes from Ostuni centre (or 30 seconds from Villa della Torre!)
History and Architecture
The region is steeped in the most fascinating history with much evidence of both Greek and Roman occupancy. The buildings that Puglia is famous for are the beautiful Trulli - conical or domed roofed farm buildings made from local stone. They are an extraordionary sight. There are many accounts as to how and why they first appeared - most of them rather fantastical! Whatever the reason, they make the region very special!
How to get there
Ryanair offers bargain flights to either Brindisi or Bari. If these have been snapped up or if Heathrow or Gatwick are easier for you, there are flights with Alitalia or British airways. Brindisi is 25 minutes away, Bari 55 minutes. Ryanair offers cheap car hire with Hertz. You will need a car to explore the region and take advantage of the 500 miles of sandy beaches!
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Brindisi or Bari: 25 km
Railway:
Ostuni: 4 km
Ferry:
Brindisi: 25 km
Activities near Ostuni
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The house is furnished with great love and care by the owners, who cherish it as a second home. It sleeps up to 6 (+2) in 4 bedrooms – 2 doubles, one of which is under the beautiful domed ceiling of the Ostunese Trullo, 2 pretty singles, plus 2 single optional ‘alcove’ beds leading from the trullo (ideal for kids). The domed trullo is typical of the region and is open plan leading to the gardens and the single bedrooms. There is also a beautiful new kitchen and bathroom plus second detached bathroom with washing machine.
Further details outdoors: The grounds are extensive, richly stocked with olives, almonds, vines and soft fruits. The owners regularly harvest the produce to make their own wines, olive oil and preserves. There is a barbeque area, beautifully shaded dining areas and two roof terraces with panoramic views to the sea and to Ostuni. The brand new swimming pool has a shallow end for kids and is set amongst the lovely fruit trees - lumquats, peaches pomegranettes and quince.
Further details
No smoking in house please.
Please note, Trulli properties are wonderful - but do not expect to be surrounded by kew gardens! These grounds are rustic olive farms. We think they are stunning but please do not expect neat rows of pansies. They are not neat gardens (which is why we love them so much!). Likewise, this is a typical Pugliese rustic trulli property not a meditaranean style villa!
The villa is perfect for a family of up tp 6. We can add the extra single alcove beds taking this up to 8, but this would be maximum capacity and would offer less privacy.
Conditions
Refundable breakages deposit of £150 required.
All properties are strictly non smoking. Thank you!
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Price includes local information pack and welcome food package!
5% discount for second week, 10% discount for third week (excludes school holidays) 10% discount for parties of less than 4 Last minute offers available
10% supplement for school holiday bookings low season
Guestbook
Thank you for a FANTASTIC holiday in your beautiful home. We are so relaxed and just don't want to go home. We'll be back! N. Boothe Watford
We loved Ostuni and the whole area. We will miss the wonderful food and the very friendly locals. It has been great to experience the 'real' Italy E. Hawkins Shoreditch
You are right, the house really is in the garden of Eden! We have loved every minute of our holiday and would recommend Trulli Tartaruga to anybody. Thank you! B MacBride Glasgow
We had a lovely time in Puglia and Trulli Tartaruga. The children loved the pool of course. I am sure we will be visiting the area again in the not to distant future, we feel there is still much to be discovered and its still such good value for money compared with some more commercial holiday destinations. A.A. Cambridgeshire
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