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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Sannicola, Apulia
  • Place, Radio Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Padula Bianca Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Conchiglie Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower by the pool

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Independent villa with private pool

After buying the property, we personally over-viewed the restoration of this typical stone house (locally called "pajara") composed of two connected blocks, one of which is circular in shape. Originally built to store agricultural tools and occasionally supply a roof to olive pickers in the autumn months, it is now a fully equipped villa with a rural character. The outside space is ideally organized to enjoy the long sunny days and cool summer evenings by the pool and under the large canopy or the shade of the olive trees. There is an outdoor shower next to the pool (10m x 5m). The house has a Wi-Fi connection. Especially during the summer months, visitors can enjoy numerous religious and cultural events. Food festivals are organized almost daily by the surrounding villages where a variety of local delicacies and wines can be tasted. Numerous beautiful sandy and rock beaches are reachable within a short drive, the closest being 8min away.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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MEDITERRANEAN VILLA WITH TRULLO 800 M. FROM THE SEA BETWEEN GALLIPOLI AND LEUCA
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
MEDITERRANEAN VILLA WITH TRULLO 800 M. FROM THE SEA BETWEEN GALLIPOLI AND LEUCA

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not ideal for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside, with care.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number IT075070C200077992, LE07507091000036426

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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sannicola

Located in Sannicola, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Salentusole Winery and Gallipoli Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit La Vinolea and Parco Acquatico Splash. Dolce Mente Freddo and Museum of the Sea are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Sannicola, Apulia

What's nearby

  • Radio Museum - 8 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Padula Bianca Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Rivabella Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Parco Acquatico Splash - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lido Conchiglie Beach - 14 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Sannicola Station - 7 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballast - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Ragno - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Daniel's cafè - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Barrio Verde - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Provenzano - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Independent villa with private pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Independent villa with private pool?

As of 23 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independent villa with private pool on 24 June 2026 start from NZ$698, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Independent villa with private pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Independent villa with private pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Independent villa with private pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Independent villa with private pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Independent villa with private pool located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Radio Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of La Vinolea and Rivabella Beach. Ionian Sea and Lido Conchiglie Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very authentic, beautiful and is laying in a beautiful garden with a large pool. The communcation with the owner and the caretaker was very good. We had a lovely time in the house and garden. Thanks
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel C.

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Dream

Wonderful home, great pool, excellent host, everything was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian H.

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Fabulous property in a great location although a car is essential (not a problem for us). Great local beaches a short drive away both to the north and south of Gallipoli, good food and local supermarkets all at reasonable prices (especially compared to Amalfi where we had driven down from)Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

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Exceeded expectations

The property and grounds are beautiful. We had a fantastic time in the pool and exploring the nearby villages and towns. Emanuela and Livio were a great help and very friendly. We hope to be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

janelle h.

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Beautiful accommodation and surroundings

The house was spacious, homely and extremely comfortable with everything that we needed for a relaxing holiday. The surrounding garden and pool were a delight. We enjoyed many hours relaxing by the lovely pool enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Felicity T.

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Wonderful stay

We had a fantastic stay. The house is absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful building and stunning outside seating area and pool, all kept to a very high standard. Emanuela was so helpful and thoughtful and answered any questions we had straight away and gave great recommendations of local restaurants.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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Wonderful

The villa was more lovely than we expected. We had a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

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Wonderful Villa

This villa near Sannicola was fabulous. Beautiful gardens, wonderful big swimming pool, great outdoor relaxing and entertaining areas. The property itself was extremely well equipped and comfortable. Absolutely faultless. We all loved staying there and didn't want to leave! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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A great place to be!

It's been a great stay, as the house is beautiful and the terrace and garden are very spacious and nice. Communication with the host Emanuela functioned very quickly and easily. Livio, the man who welcomes you at the beginning, is a very nice person too! I can really recommend this holiday destination with a dream garden!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Camilla H.

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Wonderful house in a relaxing environment

Our family (2 adults + 2 children, 10 and 12 years old) spent a week in this beautiful and wonderful house on the countryside. The house and the amazing garden offered a perfect and relaxing environment and gave us a nice base for our holiday. By car you reach amazing beaches, caves and small Italian towns within 15-20 minutes. The house was spotless and the communication with the owner as well as the caretaker worked really well. We’d come back without hesitation and could strongly recommend the house any day to other families. We’ve rented houses abroad for years in different countries and this one stand out as one of the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

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Serenity in Salento

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this charming house, and it truly exceeded my expectations. The location is fantastic—nestled in a peaceful area yet conveniently close to beautiful beaches and a selection of delightful restaurants. The garden is nothing short of breathtaking, providing a serene and picturesque setting that enhanced our stay. The house itself is beautifully maintained, and it’s clear that a lot of care goes into its upkeep. The welcoming team was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Emanuela, the owner, was exceptionally responsive, kind, and gracious, which made our experience even more enjoyable. Overall, this place is a real find—a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you, Emanuela, for such a memorable stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

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Peaceful break

Fantastic property. Private pool an absolute highlight. Welcoming host and owner. All wonderful. Is in a rural location a few minutes drive to the town of Sannicola. We loved our morning visits to the local fruit/veg vans. Driving distance to Gallipoli and Lecce (an absolute gem) lovely local beaches - some are better than others so do look around. Mosquitos are an issue. Didn’t see a single snake but lots of friendly lizards/gekko’s. :)
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

A wonderful place to relax

I have just returned from a week's stay in the wonderful house with my husband and 3 children. The garden and pool are lovely and beautifully kept, with the bonus of a vegetable patch where we picked fresh rocket and herbs. We only wished it was later in the season so we could enjoy the tomatoes and aubergines. The outdoor dining area is great as is the shaded living area which means you can escape the sun in the middle of the day. The house is very well equipped and the pictures of the inside do not do it justice. Everything we needed was there with the added touch if some fruit, biscuits, wine and water to greet us. Emanuela responded immediately when we needed to ask for her help. One of the nicest places we have stayed - thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Will C.

Perfect house. Warm welcome

We had a perfect week with our two children. The house is cool and spacious (much more spacious than the impression given in the photos). The building has been very tastefully restored and the garden was immaculately kept. It felt remote and private but it's only a short drive to the shops if you need to get anything. We raided the veg patch (delicious aubergines) and enjoyed the warm breeze. Livio (the gardener) and his wife Carmela were very welcoming and were on hand to answer any questions about the property and surrounding area. Go try their sons' restaurant a ten minute drive away. We went twice. Delicious. We hope to return one day. Will
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh A.

Amazing retreat in Puglia

This lovely house in Puglia was the perfect answer for our 3 week stay in Puglia. While the characteristics of the house are unique, comfortable and truly memorable, it was the interaction and attention we received from both the hosts as well as the caretakers which will be our most cherished memories. Questions about local stores, sights and restaurants were answered immediately and we enjoyed as many of the suggestions as we could fit in. The caretakers were wonderful in translating and interpreting my poor attempt at Italian and we enjoyed dining at their family's restaurant in the nearby village as well as being treated to a tour of the olive oil cooperative in our own village. All in all, we felt as though we have gained some wonderful new friends. The house was better than what is shown in the pictures, the grounds very well kept, and it is very well located for exploring both the Ionian and Adriatic coastlines.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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INCREDIBLE PLACE!!

WE LOVE THIS PROPERTY!! We had a two week stay here and can't say enough about how beautiful the house and grounds are, as well as the hospitality of Emanuella and Livio!! Livio is attentive without being intrusive and is a wonderful man... he also brought us some of the sweetest fresh cantaloupes we've ever had several times. We fell in love with the Puglia region and definitely plan to return again in the future. It was extremely hot while we were there, but the AC in the rooms and the beautifully cooled swimming pool more than made up for it. The house itself is immaculately clean and well... just flat out cool... we enjoyed several sunsets from the roof and the views are spectacular. The local Super Mac is a great store to get anything you might need and Sannicola and Tuglie (Origini Cafe for coffee and pastries is a must) are both beautiful towns with abundant options for eating and drinking. It is also an easy 10-12 minute drive into Gallipoli and we spent several days enjoying that amazing town and the public beach is a great swimming and sunning option with easy parking and access. We loved the food, staff and service at the Buena Vista there with its amazing views and cool breezes and there are some really great places to eat in the alleys of the Old Town. We also spent a great day doing the coastal drive from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca... stunning drives with lots of places to stop and relax, take pics and we highly recommend L'Incanto, which is in a small village just outside of SM di Leuca. If your Italian language skills aren't at least functional here, you will need to be able to use a translator app to help, as we found very few people in the region speak English (which is actually quite cool) but you have to work at communication. Navigation if you drive can also be stressful as Google Maps can play some tricks on you when you least expect it. And if you are going to drive you should be prepared to be assertive and drive with purpose without being aggressive just because the locals do... they know the roads and customs and you don't. I grew up driving in LA and pride myself on being able to handle just about anything but this is a totally different kind of experience. I cannot say enough how great this place is and how much we appreciated being able to spend a couple of weeks here. Thank you Emanuella for the most memorable vacation ever!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

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Wir hatten 18 wundervolle und sonnige Tage. Die Unterkunft, der Pool und das tolle Grundstück waren perfekt. Wer Ruhe und Erholung sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Wir hatten die ganze Zeit über ein Mietwagen und konnten die Gegend erkunden. Die Besitzerin sowie auch der Hausmeister Livio waren immer erreichbar und hilfsbereit. Livio kümmert sich sehr liebevoll um den Garten. Jeden Tag gab es frische Früchte.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurent S.

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Propriété conforme à la description, très agréable avec son espace extérieur et la piscine. Le jardin est très beau et agréable. Environnement calme.Accueil par Livio flexible et facile. Emmanuela est très réactive et communique facilement. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié cette villa que nous ne pouvons que recommander!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stephane s.

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SUPERBE VILLA

une très belle maison, un jardin magnifique et bien entretenu. l'accueil et la disponibilité d'Emanuela et de Livio étaient parfait. un endroit très calme et néanmoins proche des axes routiers je recommande cette location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang H.

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Schöner Ort

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Aufmerksame Gastgeber, Willkommenspresente, wunderbare Anlage für Ruhesuchende und Familien sehr geeignet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tobias C.

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Wir hatten eine traumhafte Zeit

Wir hatten das Haus für 7 Nächte gebucht und waren absolut begeistert. Das Haus lässt keine Wünsche offen. Der Pool sorgte im Besonderen bei unseren Kindern für sehr viel Freude. Der Pool ist an einer Stelle so tief, dass man von dem kleinen Sprungbrett sehr gut in den Pool springen kann. Wir hatten schon viele Häuser mit Pool, jedoch war dieser vom Spaßfaktor her herausstechend. Der gesamte Außenbereich ist sehr gepflegt und hat mehrere Orte an denen man sich gemütlich aufhalten kann. Durch die besonders warme Zeit im Sommer waren die klimatisierten Schlafzimmer eine Wohltat in der Nacht. Emanuela ist eine sehr freundliche Gastgeberin, die einem die gesamte Zeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite steht. Danke Emanuela für diese tolle Zeit! Auch Livio, der sich um den Garten und Pool gekümmert hat, ist ein sehr freundlicher Mensch. Wir können den Aufenthalt uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

bernd l.

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Entspannte Spätsommertage

Le Pajare liegt etwas außerhalb des Ortes Sannicola mitten in Olivenhainen. Das sehr gepflegte Grundstück ist deutlich größer als auf den Abbildungen erkennbar, bietet jeglichen Komfort im Außenbereich und überrascht mit vielen Details wie einem kleinen Kakteengarten, einer mit blauen Blumen geschmückten Einfahrt oder mit Zitronen- und Feigenbäumen. Signor Livio empfing uns sehr freundlich. Le Pajare ist mit viel Liebe und Geschmack eingerichtet, die Räume sind großzügig geschnitten, es fehlt an nichts. Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin Emanuela verlief absolut erfreulich, Emanuela ist sehr sympathisch, sie antwortet stets sehr schnell, ist immer erreichbar und gibt auch gerne passende Tipps ab. Dank des großen Gartens nebst gepflegtem Pool, der ruhigen Lage des Grundstücks, der nahen attraktiven Ziele wie Gallipoli oder Otranto und den vielen schnell erreichbaren Strände haben wir abwechslungsreiche, aber entspannte Spätsommertage verbracht, der einzige Minuspunkt - wenn man das überhaupt so sagen darf - war, dass wir keine Gelegenheit hatten die viele Interessen mit uns teilende Emanuela persönlich kennen zu lernen. Wir können das Objekt gerne uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen. Bettina und Bernd
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Noemi B.

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Traumhaftes Anwesen

Eines können wir mit Sicherheit sagen: in Live ist die Anlage nochmal viel schöner. Das gesamte Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und auch sehr sauber. Der Außenbereich ist ebenso einfach wundervoll. Groß, geräumig, gemütlich. Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin klappte einwandfrei. Der einzige, kleine Haken: die Pool-Sauberkeit. Es sammelt sich viel zu schnell Dreck (von den Bäumen, Blumen etc) am Grund/Boden des Pools an. Da müsste man 2 mal am Tag reinigen um die Sauberkeit zu gewährleisten. Wir hatten bereits mehr als 7 Ferienhäuser mit Poolanlagen (Toskana, Apulien, Umbrien) mit verschiedenster Ausstattung und hatten nie Probleme damit und Wind gibt es überall. Natürlich wurde auch hierbei sehr schnell reagiert und auch eine Reinigung vorgenommen, was wir sehr geschätzt haben. Jedoch wird die Problematik dadurch nicht dauerhaft behoben. Aber das ist nur ein kleines Manko gewesen. Was diese tolle Anlage noch ergänzen würde, wären ein Carport und ein Ganzkörperspiegel (Platz im Haus wäre dafür genügend vorhanden) Conclusio: Wir würden definitiv dieses Anwesen wieder buchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

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Gewoonweg heerlijk verblijf

Een zeer nette woning waar je niets tekort komt. Mooi zwembad, rustige ligging. Een echte topper!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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Vacanza meravigliosa

Una location davvero meravigliosa, con un clima ventilato ed una splendida piscina a rinfrescare le giornate. Livio molto disponibile e simpatico. La casa è accogliente è dotata di tutti i comfort, perfetta per una coppia ma anche per una famiglia.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Emanuela Pace

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My name is Emanuela and together with my husband and children would like to welcome all our guests to our peaceful retreat! My husband and I are originally from this area but we have been living abroad, in different countries, for over twenty years. We bought this property in 2008 and had the stone house completely refurbished because we wanted to give some tangible roots to our children. We wanted them to have a sense of belonging since they were born abroad and always lived far away from their extended family. I am happy to say that this goal has been achieved! We have rented our house for many years and all our guests have always been very satisfied. Some of them have also come back.

Why they chose this property

Our house is quite unique in shape and it is immersed in the typical Salento countryside: intense red soil, century old olive trees and deep scent from bushes of lavender, rosemary and sage. It is a very quiet place and the only noise during the day is the sound of the cicadas, but the nearest village with shops, cafés and good trattorias is just over a kilometer away. The swimming pool provides a welcomed sense of relief from the heat, but many different beaches are within a short drive and they are definitely worth exploring. It is also very interesting to visit the old towns of Gallipoli and Otranto, just to name a couple of unique places within a short drive distance, and it is highly recommended to explore the historic centre of Lecce with its many baroque churches and buildings.

What makes this property unique

Our house also offers the possibility to experience the delicious local cuisine. There is an abundance of restaurants or trattorias and the price for eating good quality meals is extremely reasonable. For the guests who like to cook there is a vegetable garden just a few steps away from the house and vegetables can be just picked and prepared. The house comes complete with our “guardian angel” Livio who will be welcoming the guests and can be contacted at any moment for information or assistance. He doesn’t speak English but is able to communicate. We can always be reached by phone and will try to help as much as possible.

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