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15% Off | Secluded Villa, Heated Pool, Sea Views, Outdoor Terraces

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The beautiful private heated pool with sun terrace and dining terraces above
Private heated pool in secluded position with amazing sea views
Outside kitchen with Weber barbecue range on dining terrace adjoining the pool
Second dining terrace near outside kitchen and sun terraces overlooking the pool
Second sun terrace with luxury loungers and panoramic seaviews

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Laureto, brindisi
  • Coccaro Golf Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • San Domenico Golf Club
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Zoosafari
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Taranto (TAR-M.A. Grottag)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

15% Off | Secluded Villa, Heated Pool, Sea Views, Outdoor Terraces

Welcome to Villa Carlotta, where luxury, privacy, and unforgettable memories meet.

Proudly celebrating 10 years as a Premier Host, we invite you to enjoy a special 15% discount on weekly bookings for available dates in May and June 2025 — a heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful guests who have made Villa Carlotta such a beloved retreat.

A Secluded Hilltop Sanctuary

Refurbished to an impeccably high standard, Villa Carlotta is a private 150 sqm hillside home set within its own mature gardens and accessed through electric gates at the end of a private road. Designed on a single level for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the villa offers:
• A breathtaking 30-foot open-plan living area, framed by grand stone arches around a raised central stone hearth.
• Chic Italian cream leather sofas, a travertine stone dining table, and a matching coffee table for stylish relaxation.
• A romantic oversized spa bathroom with mosaic rain shower, his and hers stone basins, and a luxurious Roman bath.

Large doors open directly onto a 100 sqm sun-drenched terrace, featuring:
• A covered outdoor dining area — perfect for long lunches or sunset
dinners.
• A private heated swimming pool set among the terraced gardens, located
in the forest just a short walk from the villa to ensure complete peace and
privacy.
• Expansive sun terraces with uninterrupted panoramic sea views.

For family fun, a large games room just off the courtyard is equipped with a competition-standard Garlando air hockey table, table football, a Sony PS4, and a large flatscreen TV, providing hours of entertainment for guests of all ages.

Secure your Spring or Summer escape now....limited dates available at 15% off!

Further details about your stay

Due to the traditional terraced design of this part of Puglia’s hillsides, Villa Carlotta shares the area with another privately owned villa located on a higher terrace above, with completely separate access and its own postal address.
This authentic, local arrangement enhances the villa’s unique charm while ensuring that your private spaces — the gardens, pool, and terraces — remain entirely exclusive to you.

Why You’ll Fall in Love with Puglia

Puglia remains one of Italy’s most enchanting and best-kept secrets.
From endless olive groves to sparkling blue seas, whitewashed hill towns, and vibrant local culture, Puglia offers a truly authentic Italian experience — warm, welcoming, and refreshingly untouched by mass tourism.

Wander ancient cobbled streets, enjoy long afternoons under the southern sun, and discover a place where life still follows the gentle rhythm of the seasons and siestas.
With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Puglia is a destination that captures the heart in every season.

Taste the Flavours of the South

Food lovers will be in heaven. Puglia produces much of Italy’s pasta, olive oil, and seafood, complemented by outstanding local wines such as Primitivo and Negroamaro. Specialties include:
• Orecchiette pasta,
• Braciole al sugo (stuffed veal rolls),
• Puree di fave (broad bean puree),
• And the legendary burrata cheese.

Whether sampling the daily catch at a beachside trattoria or savoring traditional antipasti in a rustic masseria, every meal in Puglia feels like a celebration of the region’s generous spirit.


Experience Authentic Italian Life

Throughout the summer, Puglia’s villages come alive with vibrant festivals celebrating music, food, and local traditions. From classical concerts under the stars to lively food fairs, you’ll find yourself embraced by a community that treasures its rich cultural heritage.

Don’t miss the chance to experience five-star luxury and authentic Puglia charm — book Villa Carlotta today!


Exclusive Leisure Privileges for Villa Carlotta Guests

As a special bonus, guests of Villa Carlotta enjoy exclusive access (subject to availability) to some of Puglia’s most luxurious leisure facilities, normally reserved only for guests of the prestigious 5-star Masseria Torre Coccaro:
• Coccaro Beach Club – A private beach with luxury loungers and gourmet dining.
• Coccaro Golf Club – A picturesque 9-hole golf course set in beautiful countryside.
• Masseria Torre Coccaro AVEDA Spa – A serene spa offering world-class treatments.

Full details and reservation numbers are provided in your guest information pack. (Please note: usage fees apply — please confirm current rates when booking.)

Come and experience the magic of Puglia — and discover why Villa Carlotta has earned its place among Italy’s most beloved luxury retreats.

We look forward to welcoming you for our 10th anniversary celebration!

Property manager

Maura Watson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number BR07400791000014400, IT074007B400050195

We should mention

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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fasano

Located in Fasano, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Enoteca Semeraro and San Domenico Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torre Canne Beach and Calette del Capitolo. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoosafari and Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
Map
Laureto, brindisi

What's nearby

  • Museo della Casa alla Fasanese - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Coccaro Golf Club - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • San Domenico Golf Club - 17 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Torre Canne Beach - 21 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Zoosafari - 22 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Fasano Station - 15 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cà Pummarola 'Ncoppa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Renoir - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Ciminiera di Colucci Donato & Figli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Bella Napoli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Antipasteria, Pizzeria e Braceria - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spring Special! 15% off /Heated Pool/Sea Views/Private Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spring Special! 15% off /Heated Pool/Sea Views/Private Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spring Special! 15% off /Heated Pool/Sea Views/Private Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring Special! 15% off /Heated Pool/Sea Views/Private Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spring Special! 15% off /Heated Pool/Sea Views/Private Villa located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Museo della Casa alla Fasanese, Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory, and Morelli Palace. Church of the Madonna della Greca and Mother Church of St. George are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M A.

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Luxury accommodation in the hills!

Great accommodation with incredible views of the towns, villages and coastline. Provided excellent access to local towns, restaurants and beaches. Incredible food, wine and olives!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent View and Surroundings

The property was beautiful and private, the landscaping was very nice as well. Maura was an awesome help and very friendly. We had a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful holiday in pretty Puglia

Great property! Beautifully furnished, comfy beds, very clean and spacious. Maura is excellent, take her tips on where to go, what to see, where to shop and the great local inexpensive restaurants! Thank you for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

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Brilliant Villa

Stayed for a week in this fabulous villa. Had everything we needed including a great view! Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio D.

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Amazing

What I can say… everything was perfect !! The position of the Villa is fantastic, the space are big enough for 6 persons, everything is clean . The view is amazing!! Thank so much to Maura and Giancarlo for everything, they are really lovely people.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home with beautiful view

Maura was a wonderful hostess for our stay at Villa Carlotta. She was an excellent communicator and always available to answer questions….also she supplied a detailed information booklet. The villa was very comfortable for two couples and had the necessary amenities. Located in the wonderful small town of Laureto, the villa was in a great location for daily trips to the amazing towns close by. The beautiful view of the surrounding area and Adriatic Sea was lovely. A perfect home to explore the area in Puglia. We all loved our stay in Villa Carlotta.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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Great professional stay

Host is lovely and super helpful and the property is very nice and well maintained. Exactly as expected from pictures. Can run all appliances at the same time which is not the case in all properties in Italy, and they were well prepared with a good travel cot for our baby. The only thing of note is the property is below another one and you can sometimes hear scraping of chairs or noise from people slamming the outside doors above, but no more than you might hear in any residential property. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

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Perfect Italian getaway

The house was perfect. Maura was amazing. Location central to everything. Outside areas were heaven. Sad to leave and hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Enjoyable Autumn break with friends

Been trying to visit these Villas for a few years and finally had the opportunity. we were certainly not disappointed. Very smart villa great accommodation with fantastic views. Our first visit to Puglia so the local advice from Maura was invaluable. A great meal at a local Masseria and the in villa catering and cooking lesson organised by Maura was fab. We will certainly try to return.

10/10 Excellent

alisa m.

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Amazing beautiful villa

Probably one of the nicest places we have stayed at. The view was amazing up in the mountains. The location was close enough to the beach and convenient to other small towns to visit. The master bath was beautiful and shower/bath was so nice. The hostess left us with some food to start with which was super nice and helpful. Grocery store is a quick drive away. (Be sure to bring soap to bathe, that was one thing not provided.) The hostess lives up the driveway, checked in with us and gave some really nice recommendations in her book which I referred to frequently. The entire residence was really beautiful and spacious. Huge dining room table,nice living room area to hang out. Kitchen was great. So nice to have a washer/dryer available. Overall, absolutely gorgeous, couldn't recommend the place enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariano G., Beijing

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great luxury vacations in the land of trulli

The villa is excellent, spacious, decorated with taste and has everything you’ll expect for a great vacation in Puglia. The view is amazing. The service and attention to details from Maura is really five star level, from the preparations, the organization of the staff to the advice and information for the visits (best so far in all places we have visited!) The location is excellent, some minutes from the beach and the best towns in Puglia. Trulli are beautiful to see and visit but not so comfortable for living, that is why we chose staying in this comfortable house. The villa has different well independent areas, the house, the pool-deck-barbecue, the upper deck and the terraced gardens, lots of space to spend days in if you want to rest between visits to towns. We had a great time and look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful views, totally relaxing.

We wanted somewhere special and romantic for our honeymoon and from the moment we arrived at villa Carlotta we knew that it would live up to our expectations. The high standard of finish and the care and attention to detail is evident throughout the property with many luxury touches. The bathroom is just to die for, very luxurious with a HUGE spa bath and wonderful romantic lighting. The outdoors is also amazing, with a gorgeous pool totally private and secluded in the terraced garden, a sunbathing terrace overlooking it and a lovely shady spot with comfortable armchairs and settee where you can sit and read or just take in the breath taking views across to the sea. We really enjoyed the day trips to the local towns which are all close by. The locals are very friendly and helpful but don’t expect them to speak much English which didn’t really matter as we managed to get ourselves understood and it added to the fun of the holiday. The restaurants and markets are also great, with superb food very reasonably priced and lots of choice as is the local vino! We would definitely recommend hiring a car so that you can get out and about and really experience the area. We had a wonderful time and couldn’t have asked for a more restful, peaceful, idyllic location and although we don’t normally stay in the same place twice we will definitely come back to this beautiful villa.

10/10 Excellent

Veerle W.

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Opvallend mooi zicht

Verblijf in villa Carlotta was voor ons bezoek aan Puglia zeker een meerwaarde. Van het moment dat je de poort doorrijdt voel je je op vakantie. De terrassen met ligzetels, zwembad,... allemaal even mooi gedaan. Maura is daarbij een fantastische gastvrouw die er altijd is als je haar nodig hebt. We maakten een goeie keuze!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alban T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour parfait

Maison très agréable et bien entretenue Une superbe vue depuis la terrasse et la piscine Localisation parfaite pour découvrir les environs
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Maison superbe avec une Localisation parfaite pour visiter les environs

Séjour en famille dans les Pouilles. La maison était parfaite et très bien équipée. Les jardins et là piscine magnifiques. A refaire dès que possible
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

didier S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tres belle région, malheureusement météo difficile.

Tout est parfaitement propre, maison vraiment sympa, tres belle vue
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Silvana F.

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Vacanza Relax

La villa è molto bella e curata, si trova in una località tranquilla circondata da molto verde .La posizione strategica consente di visitare con facilità alcune delle famose località della Puglia Alberobello Ostuni Polignano Mare .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geertjan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mooi appartement op een prachtige plek

We waren met 6 volwassenen en vonden het een heerlijk vakantiehuis, met fijne airco. Erg goed verzorgd welkom. Alleen: het is geen villa, maar een appartement op de begane grond, met een ander appartement er bovenop. Ook het zwembad is wel klein (ca 3 x 7m)

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra A.

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Grossartige Unterkunft an einem wunderbaren Ort

Ein Paradies in einer umwerfenden Gegend! Täglich ein wunderbares Frühstück auf der grossartigen Terrasse mit Blick über das Tal bis hin zum Meer lassen den Tag schon gut beginnen. Toller Platz für sämtliche Ausflüge in Apulien. Maura ist eine liebenswürdige, sehr freundliche und extrem hilfsbereite Gastgeberin. Die tollen Fotos des Hauses entsprechen der Wirklichkeit! Signora Lucretia ist eine fantastische Köchin! Danke für diesen schönen und angenehmen Aufenthalt!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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luxury hillside villa

We enjoyed a wonderful 10 days in this beautiful villa. Maura was extremely helpful and gave us lots of advice on places to visit and good restaurants to eat in. Maura also went out of her way to bring us back some binoculars so that we could enjoy the spectacular sea views to the full .The neighbours were also very friendly giving us fresh figs from their trees. We would certainly recommend this villa to others.

10/10 Excellent

Nic B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super place!

What a fantastic place to stay. Waking up to the panoramic views was an incredible treat which we did not tire of. The pool is just a short way from the house and gated off so perfect if you have young children. Everything was fantastically clean and the house well equipped. We were downstairs while another family was upstairs. (The two places are connected as other reviews have mentioned. ) We had separate driveways, gardens and swimming pools and we heard no noise at all. It was a privilege to meet Maura and her recommendations were much appreciated. We had a seafood dinner with a private chef which she kindly arranged for our last night. It was delicious - highly recommend. You can’t go wrong with this place. We loved it! (If you get stuck in the bathroom, just turn the light off!)

10/10 Excellent

Herman V.

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Alles was prima in orde. Voor elke kleine of grote vraag werden we steeds snel en vakkundig geholpen

Een aanrader

8/10 Good

Claire R.

Beautifully equipped villa

The villa is fabulous, beautifully equipped - Maura really has thought of everything. She is lovely, & incredibly helpful with local knowledge/recommendations etc. The views were spectacular, and everything was very clean & in good condition. There were just a few things we wish we'd known/had made clearer to us: - the pool is really some distance from the villa - rather than the 30m it says in the details, we registered 100 steps on the Fitbit, and it is across the drive, through a gate, and then about 4 levels down the steeply terraced garden. We were very fortunate in that the villa upstairs was empty for most of our stay, so Maura was very happy to let us use their pool, which was on the same level as our accommodation; - the villa 'above it and connected to it' is in fact upstairs, Villa Carlotta being on the ground floor. Again, we were very lucky in that it was unoccupied during our stay, but I can imagine that it would be quite noisy from footsteps overhead if it was full; - there is a puzzling system of door locking in the bathrooms, meaning that both my husband and I got trapped in separate bathrooms on the first evening. It took us some time to work out how to get out (my husband worked it out first & then came to rescue me!) & I can imagine that it would be very upsetting for elderly people, or for parents with young children the other side of the door in the same situation. I would have loved an explanatory sign on the wall, to avoid the panic!; - the garden was steeply terraced earth and trees, not grass, as we expected, although there were plenty of seating areas on each level of the hill; - the view from the villa is spectacular, facing east and looking over the valley below and the sea. However, that did mean that, being on a steep hill, the sun started to disappear from areas of the terraces from about 2, and was completely gone behind the villa by 4 or 5pm. We were disappointed not to be able to sit out on a sunny terrace in the evenings, with a drink, when we could see the valley below bathed in bright sunshine! Obviously, there is nothing that the owners can do about the geography/topography of the area, so I do feel a bit mean mentioning some of the above - Maura couldn't have been lovelier, but I just feel that these are things that I would want to know beforehand when making my choice of villa.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Irene F.

Apulien ist eine Reise wert!

Die Bezeichnung "Luxusvilla" führt zu etwas falschen Vorstellungen. Die Villa Carlotta ist eigentlich eine Wohnung mit Terrasse im Erdgeschoss eines Hauses. Über dieser Wohnung gibt es noch eine weitere Wohnung. Es handelt sich also um ein Zweifamilienhaus, was zum Nachteil führt, dass man in der Wohnung im Erdgeschoss das Gehen und das Stühle rucken auf dem Steinboden mitbekommt. Trotzdem kann ich die komfortable Wohnung empfehlen. Es gibt einen grossen Wohnraum, zwei sehr bequeme Doppelbetten, eine gut ausgestattete Küche und eine Terrasse mit einem wunderbaren Blick zum Meer. Auch die steil abfallende Gartenanlage zum Schwimmbad hat mit den verschiedenen Sitzplätzen ihren Charme. Das Objekt eignet sich eher für Erwachsene, denn Kinder haben im Aussenbereich wenig Spielfläche. Sehr bewährt hat sich aber das beheizte Schwimmbad, weil das Wetter im Herbst nicht zum Baden im Meer einlud. Betonen möchte ich auch die sehr freundliche Betreuung durch die Besitzerin Maura Watson. Ich würde die Wohnung vor allem für Ferien zwischen Juni und September empfehlen. Wir verbrachten eine Woche im Oktober in der Villa Carlotta und konnten bei dem eher kühlen Wetter weder die schöne Terrasse noch die Gartenanlage benutzen.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diana R., New York City

Perfect !

The Villa was as depicted in the photographs - and then some. We spent 8 days here, using it as a base to explore this part of Puglia and beyond. The location was spectacular, so much so that we were often torn between going out and staying home to enjoy the view from the terrace and the swimming pool. In the end, we found a compromise to do everything we wanted including spending time sightseeing, at the beach and at the villa. What really contributed to the success of the vacation was the help we received from Maura Watson, our hostess. She went above and beyond to ensure that we had everything we needed, responding almost instantly to our requests. Her recommendations for places to see and eat were spot on. She even arranged to have local chefs cook more than half our dinners, thereby freeing us up from the need to shop, cook and clean up. We can't wait to go back. Thank you, Maura!

About the host

Hosted by Maura Watson

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We fell in love with Puglia in 2005 for its fabulous food and perfect weather and the lovely old fortified masseria amidst the ancient olive trees and vineyards around Fasano and bought the mayor’s summer residence in the Selva Hills above the town as our dream holiday home from which to enjoy the Italian way of life. So when the opportunity arose in 2011 to re-furbish another spacious villa within the same 2 acre private hillside estate, we grabbed it with both hands and set about realising the perfect romantic retreat so that we could use it for visits from our own extended family and also let it out for others to share the dream.

Why they chose this property

The villa location itself is amazing, hidden away at the end of a private road which winds its way up to the very top of the hill to surprise you with the most incredible views over the olive groves towards the blue sea beyond – views which you can enjoy every day from the main rooms, from the outside dining terrace and from the private heated pool and surrounding sun terraces. The Fasano area is now very fashionable with many A-list celebrities buying houses or getting married nearby, and is the ideal base for exploring the lovely old ‘white towns’ of Alberobello, Martina Franca, Locorotondo dotted around the famous Valley of Itria. There is always lots to do and a great choice of restaurants serving excellent food.

What makes this property unique

We have totally re-furbished the property from the ground up with the help of our Italian architect to create a unique luxury villa in the contemporary Puglian style with design references to the ancient stone Masseria farmhouses nearby. The villa is very spacious and airy and is finished throughout in marble, travertine, stone, Bisazza tiles and Venetian glass. We have installed every luxury that we could think of - including full air conditioning, broadband wi-fi, large flatscreen TV and DVD, oversize spa bath, designer rainshower, luxury linen, stylish leather italian furniture, separate laundry, en-suites for all bedrooms. There are multiple outside entertainment and dining areas around the house and overlooking the private heated pool which is set nearby in a secluded forest setting with panoramic views of the sea. Many of our guests have said that it is the perfect place to unwind,

Languages:

English, Italian

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