Casa Alfonso

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House |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

Ostuni Centre in Ostuni

From £175 per week |  From £25 per night

5 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

A lovely little house that has been recently renovated with a double height “star-vaulted” ceiling, double bedroom area on a mezzanine level, separate smaller bedroom with single bed and a quality double sofa-bed in the living area below the mezzanine. In an excellent position just a few minutes walk down to the main square, the many restaurants, bars and cafes of Ostuni old town are all just a short stroll away. The lovely Blue-Flag beaches along this coastline are just a few minutes drive away. There is a very helpful English lady who lives nearby who is always on hand with advice and tips on where to go and what to do !

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Although this property can sleep up to 5 people it is best suited to couples or small families.

Further details outdoors:
A nice “sun-trap” roof terrace.

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"Double Height" Dining Area (With Balcony)

 

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Double Bedroom On Mezzanine Level

 

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Private Sunny Roof Terrace With Sea Views

 

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Lounge Area (Quality Full Size Double Sofa Bed)

The Puglia/Molise region

Puglia (or Apulia as it is often known to the English) is the Heel of Italy. An area famous for its peaceful, untouched and natural wildlife with villages full of Baroque and Romanic churches and palazzi. Ostuni is often referred to as the Jewel of Puglia and famous nearby neighbours include the medieval Castel del Monte and Alberobello (the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Puglia), Lecce, Locorotondo, Cisternino and Gallipoli. The Grotte di Castellana (Italy’s largest underground cave network – stunning !) and the fantastic Fasano Safari Zoo are only a short drive away too.

There are several lovely “Blue-Flag” beaches near Ostuni including the lively Pilone 2 and Camerini at Villanova (by the “Il Faro” bar), the relaxed Torre Pozzella stretch and the georgous Torre Guaceto, a WWF protected nature reserve. For those who prefer to hang around in a trendy “Chill Out Bar” and dive from the rocks, there is “Jimmiz Bar” at Gorgonola.
For more fun in the water, there is a swimming pool at the ”American Bar” (follow the road to the mini-roundabout at Villanova Port and turn left) or the water park called “In-Aqua” at Lamaforca beach.

Puglia has some of the finest and best value foods and wines in the country. Wine shops (“Entoteca’s”) and supermarkets are stocked with top quality DOCG wines from around £2 per bottle and an 8-course starter (“antipasti” ) in a top restaurant will cost from around £4 !

The Ostuni / Ostuni Centre area

Rough Guide (Italy) ; "one of the most stunning small towns of southern Italy", "a gleaming white splash of sun-bleached streets and cobbled alleyways"

Lonely Planet (Italy) ; "stunning town of stark, whitewashed buildings", "the seemingly disordered tangle of narrow cobblestone streets, many little more than arched stairways between the houses, recalls a North African Arab medina"

Lonely Plant (Puglia & Basilicata) ; “Ostuni has a commanding position, its maze of tightly packed streets twisting around a dramatic 15th century cathedral encircled by medieval ramparts. It is the most popular Murgia town, mainly due to its proximity to the coast. In recent years it has become devilishly chic, and has the best after dark scene in the region”

If you like the idea of getting purposefully lost wandering around the cobbled sundrenched streets of a medieval walled town, stumbling across amazing restaurants (with ridiculously low prices !) and trendy bars, whilst catching glimpses of turquoise sea through the gaps between the beautiful old whitewashed townhouses, then Ostuni is for you !

How to get there

What's nearby: Attractions Restaurants Click map icons for more information

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Cheapest flights from London are with Ryanair from Stansted to Brindisi (approx 20 mins drive) or
Bari (approx 50 mins drive). British Airways and Alitalia also fly to Bari.
If flying with Ryanair discounted car hire is available through Hertz. Otherwise Europcar, Avis, National, Maggiore, Sixt and Targarent also have rental outlets at the airports.
It's possible to catch a train to Ostuni from either airport and get a taxi to the property from the station, or just simply get a taxi direct (apx 50 Euros from Brindisi)
A private transfer can be arranged if requested.

Activities near Ostuni

Reviews

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02 Oct 2011

“Perfect holiday in Ostuni” We (me, my wife and 16th years old son) stayed at Casa Alfonso two weeks (end of June and beginning of July 2011). The apartment is placed very close to city center but on quiet narrow street. A lot of local shops, supermarkets, pizzerias, cafes and restaurants in vicinity (5-7 min walks). There is practically everything what you need for short-term and long-term staying inside. Living room is quite spacious and has balcony, double bedroom in mezzanine also big enough but keep you head away from arched sailing :) Another single bedroom is small but cosy. Kitchen is very small but well equipped. Roof terrace is a real advantage! We took sunbath at early morning and had glass of wine under full of stars sky! No problem with hot water as well as air conditioning. Just one notice - no Internet acces in the apartment. Practically no problems with car parking except of some local feasts. City at all also is beautiful, not big but with very active cultural life. Straight ways to majority of region attractions within 1-1,5 hours by car (maximum). Wide range of sandy beaches just 10-15 min by car from the apartment door. Owner provides you very detailed info about apartment itself, possible ways to it from different points (airports etc.), surroundings and many other helpful things. House keeper also is very friendly and ready to fix every your problems or answer your questions.

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“We have travelled all around Italy over the last 18 years, but Ostuni really stands out as being something special” RJ, Islington

“A charming little house within stumbling distance of the many excellent bars and restaurants that Ostuni has to offer” DF, Woking

“Italy has many lovely and interesting towns, with some nearly as nice as Ostuni. But none of these overlook Blue Flag beaches !” AS, Brighton

Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
December	1 Dec 11	1 Jan 12	175£ 175	2525	2525	5 Nights
January	1 Jan 12	1 Feb 12	175£ 175	2525	2525	5 Nights
February	1 Feb 12	1 Mar 12	210£ 210	3030	3030	5 Nights
March	1 Mar 12	1 Apr 12	210£ 210	3030	3030	5 Nights
April	1 Apr 12	1 May 12	245£ 245	3535	3535	5 Nights
May	1 May 12	1 Jun 12	245£ 245	3535	3535	5 Nights
June	1 Jun 12	1 Jul 12	280£ 280	4040	4040	5 Nights
July	1 Jul 12	1 Aug 12	350£ 350	5050	5050	5 Nights
August	1 Aug 12	1 Sep 12	420£ 420	6060	6060	5 Nights
September	1 Sep 12	1 Oct 12	280£ 280	4040	4040	5 Nights
October	1 Oct 12	1 Nov 12	245£ 245	3535	3535	5 Nights
November	1 Nov 12	1 Dec 12	210£ 210	3030	3030	5 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

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

There are no hidden "extras" such as linen, towels, use of air-con / heating, final clean, etc.

Availability

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5 years listed You are contacting William Starkey Landline +44 0208 5673173 Mobile +44 07730 987681 Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2006. This house has received 1 review from previous guests.

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