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Villa |5 bedrooms |Sleeps 11

Contrada Cinera in Ostuni

From £1600 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

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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

Architect-designed villa combined with two restored trulli offers immaculate accommodation to sleep 11 in a stunning setting with far-reaching uninterrupted views over ancient olive groves to the hilltop towns of Ostuni and Ceglie Messapica.
The property is in a great position and boasts a fabulous swimming pool and terrace. The setting is rural and peaceful, but only minutes from the nearest village with its restaurants, bar, supermarket and other shops. The beautiful blue-flag beaches of Puglia are an easy 20 minute drive away.
The villa was built in 2007 with 3 spacious double bedrooms, all with en-suite toilet and shower facilities. A large open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen with double French doors, opens onto a verandah for outdoor dining with fantastic views across the countryside. The villa is very well equipped with a dishwasher, air conditioning, heating, utility room with washing machine and dryer. Guests can access the gated panoramic roof terrace for evening drinks and star gazing.
Two renovated trulli each with double-bed and en-suite shower room are linked to the villa by an extensive sun-bathing terrace surrounding the private pool with a shaded seating area, pergola and BBQ. The property is set in its own terraced olive grove with numerous natural shaded areas to explore.
Historic (and lively) town of Ostuni is a ten minute drive. The quieter but lovely Cisternino is only six minutes away. The villa has ample parking inside a walled, gated entrance with the services of an English speaking representative to advise if needed.
All bedrooms in the villa have an air cooling system and space for an infant travel cot which can be provided (with a baby bath and high chair). Hair dryers are provided in every room

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Everyone who has stayed at the villa has remarked on the magnificent views and outside living style with a dining balcony, roof top terrace and expansive pool terrace area and shaded pergola.
Perfect for groups of families or friends.
Lounge/Kitchen: The well equipped open plan kitchen has masses of cupboard space with a fan oven, fridge-freezer, cooker hood and large gas hob, microwave and toaster. It has an extendable dining table which will seat 12.
Lounge area: The lounge is a light, spacious open-plan area with a grand open fireplace and double-French doors opening onto the veranda which has seating for 12 around its own dining table. There is a TV, and CD and DVD players.
Bedroom One: A large double bedroom with a unique ‘roman’ style bath and shower en-suite. Double wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables.
Bedroom Two: Another large room with a large double bed with single mattresses and a separate single daybed. There is an en-suite shower room, double wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside units.
Bedroom Three: A large double bedroom with two chest of drawers and large double wardrobe, bedside units and en-suite shower room.
The trulli are by their nature very compact but with their domed ceilings and stone walls boast so much charm and character. Each trullo has a sleeping area with a double bed, hanging and drawer storage spaces, with en-suite shower rooms.
Utility room: The utility room is downstairs with its own sink, linen store, washing machine/ tumble dryer.
Cleaning/maid service: The property is cleaned every week by our excellent cleaners. If you require a more frequent service this is easily arranged for an additional charge paid locally.
Towels and bed-linen: All bed-linen, bathroom and pool towels are provided and are changed weekly.

Further details outdoors:
THE VILLA

The villa was completed in 2008 and is finished to a high spec. It is adaptable for all seasons, with air cooling and heating, plus a fireplace for open fires in the winter. Also provided is a dishwasher and a washing machine, all bed linen and pool and bath towelling.

There are three similar-sized large bedrooms downstairs. Two have double beds, the third has three singles which can be configurated to suit. Upstairs is a large open-plan kitchen/diner/lounge leading on to a balcony which, with its panoramic views and welcome summer breezes, is ideal for outdoor dining.

Other features include the swimming pool, a shaded pergola which overlooks the pool terrace, a purposebuilt barbecue and a roof terrace which affords 360 degree unspoilt views across hundreds of acres of olive groves- an inviting location for pre-dinner drinks.

THE TRULLI

A trullo is a traditional Apulian stone dwelling with a conical roof. The walls are extremely thick, providing a cool environment in summer and protection against the cold in the winter. Nobody really knows the history of these trulli which are unique to the region. They date back thousands of years and just ooze character. It’s amazing to think you will live in buildings that date back to biblical times.

It is believed trulli were constructed as storehouses or shelter for shepherds or homes for the very poor. Traditionally they were built without any cement or mortar, one theory being this was to prevent paying property tax. They could easily be dismantled when tax inspectors were in the area!

Each of our trulli offers neat little sleeping accommodation. The larger one has a double-bed inset into an alcove and has another arched area providing shower and toilet facilities. There is a small chest of drawers and a hanging rail set into a clearing in the wall. The smaller trullo has a foldaway sofa which serves as a double bed. It also has its own toilet and shower.

Further details

A 20 per cent deposit is required to secure a booking, refundable up to eight weeks prior to the date of arrival. The full amount is due 8 weeks prior to arrival date and is non-refundable.
Upon confirmation of booking guests will receive a welcome pack which will include booking details, terms and conditions of stay, directions to site and a list of suggested places to go based on the personal experience of the owners and previous guests. Car essential.

Conditions

In May, June, September and October we will be happy to accept Friday, Saturday, or Sunday changeovers whenever possible.

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Villa blending newbuild and ancient stone

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The Puglia/Molise region

Puglia officially gets more sunshine than any other region in Italy, thus extending the holiday season from Easter until the end of October. The climate is typically Mediterranean with dry heat in summer and mild in winter.

Puglia is the driest region in Italy. Prolonged rain is rare although it does experience sudden heavy cloudbursts, mostly in winter. The Puglia region is famous for its blue skies, rolling sandy beaches, exquisite food and wines, amazing architecture and general laid-back lifestyle.

Puglia borders two seas, the Adriatic and the Ionian, and provides 80 per cent of Italy’s olive oil. Nearest airports are Brindisi (40 minutes) or Bari (75 mins) from either Stansted (Ryanair) or Gatwick (British Airways, Bari Only). The flights take up to two and a half hours. The roads from the airports to our villa are mostly motorway.

The Ostuni / Contrada Cinera area

There are a variety of historic Puglian towns and cities to visit, small fishing hamlets or beaches to explore, many under-developed or somewhere you hire a lounger and sun umbrella. Of course, the essence of any holiday is discovery but here are some suggestions.

Ostuni
From the terrace of your villa you will see the architectural jewel of Ostuni in the distance. The old town is a citadel, built on the top of a hill and still fortified with the ancient walls. With its typically white-painted architecture, Ostuni is commonly referred to as "the White City” ("La Città Bianca") The old town is a maze of cobbled streets with delights around every corner. Depending on time of day, you can eat or drink in any number of cool bars and enjoy some of the region’s finest restaurants. Or simply sit in the main piazza and watch the world go by with coffee or an ice cream. The ultratrendy Ricardo’s bar is a must. Each year a three day festival is held in the name of the city’s patron saint, Saint Oronzo, from the 25th to the 27th of August.

The market
The market is held every Saturday morning in the new town and is fabulous for meat, fish, fruit and vegetables. There are a huge number of stalls for clothing, shoes, fabrics etc. Discover how fruit and veg are meant to taste! Have a load up of meat, fish and salads and take home for a BBQ around the pool.

The coast
The coast is lovely, with long stretches of clean sandy beaches and turquoise seas, interspersed by Greek-style rocky coves. We love to spend a typical Italian day at the sea, hiring a sun lounger and umbrella and having a fabulous value fresh-fish and wine lunch on the beach. If you prefer a more natural day at the seaside there are numerous unspoilt bays and sea-walks alongside this part of the Adriatic coast, dotted with medieval towers.

Day Trips
It is impossible in one holiday to see everything the region has to offer. Within a 90-minute drive of your
villa are the port cities of Bari and Brindisi, the architectural delights of Gallipoli and Lecce, the Ionian coast; the original “trulli town” of Alberobello; the pretty historic fishing village of Polignano with bars built into the cliffs; or even visit a Safari Park!

Cisternino
Ten minutes north of our villa is Cisternino, a lovely place to wander around with a pretty pedestrianised historic centre and lovely little central piazza lined with cafes and bars. On Sundays in August they have free lunchtime classical concerts in the square. Also Cisternino is unique for its butcher/restaurants. You choose your cut at the counter and they cook it for you in the wood-fired oven.

Golf/spa
If you want to play golf there is a seaside 18-hole championship course about 40 mins away called Masseria San Domenico or a 9 hole called Masseria Torre Coccaro. Both have spa, pools and restaurants and visitors can hire clubs.

Nearest shops/restaurants
The nearest shops and restaurants are in Cassalini, which is a few minutes drive from our village. Our representative, Pino will advise on the best places to eat, although it's fair to say we have never had a bad meal yet!

How to get there

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From UK Ryanair to Brindisi or Bari
British Airways to Bari
Bari and Brindisi airports also serve a wide range of European cities
They are also major ferry ports.

Activities near Ostuni

Guestbook for Villa Sotto Le Stelle

Thank you for the best time of our lives- Rosie and the gang
Fantastic. Marvellous. Stupendous- Trigger
We loved everything about the place and will definiately book agaian next year - The Blandfords.
We had a great week at your property and would have liked longer, it is stunning- Richard Johnston
Just wanted to let you know what a great time we had at the Villa. Everything you said about it was so true! The location, the villa, the pool, the trulli....all idyllic! My wife and I ,our three daughters, their partners/husbands and children were all thrilled. Just got to tell you how helpful Pino was - Richard Oliver.

Rental prices

Prices for group size 11
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Easter/Spring	7 Apr 12	19 May 12	1600£ 1600	0-	0-	1 Week
Early summer	19 May 12	7 Jul 12	1850£ 1850	0-	0-	1 Week
Summer high season	7 Jul 12	28 Jul 12	2450£ 2450	0-	0-	1 Week
Peak Summer	28 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	2950£ 2950	0-	0-	1 Week
early autumn	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	1850£ 1850	0-	0-	1 Week
Autumn	29 Sep 12	3 Nov 12	1600£ 1600	0-	0-	1 Week

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

May, June, September, October: Will accept Friday, Saturday or Sunday changeover whenever possible.

Winter: available on request

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1 years listed You are contacting Alison Hurndall Landline n/a Mobile +44 07774 877882 Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This villa has so far received 0 reviews.