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Pool
Pool
Private kitchen
Interior
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedroomsSleeps 143000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Poggiardo
  • Place, Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Alimini Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Pescoluse Beach
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

Living 1 floor

1 Double Futon

Living 80 m

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

BathRoom 5

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Doccia swimming pool

Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden

Palazzo Umberto is a historic residence of considerable value located in the ancient village of Poggiardo, one of the most beautiful in Salento, near the crystalline sea of ​​Castro (3 KM), the spas and caves of Santa Cesarea, as well as the golden beaches of Otranto. Behind the building there is a delightful garden, a countryside with orange trees, with a wonderful salt water swimming pool set in white stone, equipped with whirlpool and piped music. By the pool there is the citrus grove that acts as a natural umbrella above comfortable and relaxing sun loungers. The ancient structure has a strategic position: every day you can reach a different beach choosing from the most beautiful ones. Near the spa for wellness and body care treatments. Free WI FI Internet, Sky, English TV
Inside you will find comfort, nature and privacy; outside the Piazza Barocca offers events, festivals, exhibitions, musical concerts, flea market every Wednesday morning, folk dances, pizzica, parties with baroque lights, nightlife, narrow alleys with craft shops, etc .. Enchant the authentic architecture of the house for the beauty of the vaults and the mastery of the original floors of the time ...
The 400 m2 covered building is spread over two floors and an attic:
0 - RUSTIC ground floor: large entrance, garden with citrus grove and chlorine-free salt water pool, (hydromassage - shower - foot wash - child safety gate), large internal living room with typical ceilings (library, TV, stereo music, checkers, chess , poker, table football, BILLIARD room ect ..), free wi-fi internet, wood-burning fireplace, kitchenette with pool fridge, wine cellar, dog kennel, 1 double bedroom and 2 bathrooms. The living room on the ground floor can be transformed into a huge bedroom with an en suite bathroom. SWIMMING POOL OPEN from 1st May to 30th October. Maximum capacity of the house 14 beds. Maximum capacity on the ground floor of 5 comfortable beds. The dog is allowed unless otherwise agreed.
1 - first floor NOBLE: elegant living room furnished with white sofas, local antiques and art objects; dining room with typical handcrafted crockery, ancient equipped kitchen, pantry, 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms on the floor, a wonderful Lecce stone terrace with barbecue for fantastic outdoor dinners. In the large spaces of the living area, 1 other comfortable bed is available on request for a total capacity of 5 people on the first floor.
2 - YOUNG panoramic attic: 1 double bedroom and 1 adjoining twin bedroom for a total of 4 beds which have a large bathroom with shower and corner bath, an independent kitchen with laundry and a fantastic 'lamia' (Salento terrace) overlooking the medieval castle for unforgettable dinners under the stars.
Spectacular views of the folk festivals with the baroque lights and the fires that shine on the village.
A fantastic place to build your ideal holiday: history, sea, culture, traditions, relaxation, spas, etc.
A house where you can truly feel like a Salento and savor the best of a unique place in the world! Large private and free parking inside. Public parking outside.
The works exhibited in the house are authentic masterpieces of the Salento artist Antonio Chiarello.

In autumn, wine tasting in the cellar of the Menhir vineyard and extra virgin olive oil. If you like you can participate in the olive or grape harvest according to the period, ask the owners by email.

Next to your house there is the museum of culture with a well-stocked library (book loan Mon Wed Fri 9 - 12 Tue Thu 16 - 18.30)
10 meters from your building you can dine in the Piazza restaurant, with a few tables, excellent typical cuisine and a stocked list of local wines (better to book). A 2-minute walk from home you will find the Mascanada pizzeria with excellent pizza and delicious cuisine .... Also excellent is the Tesoretto with a wide choice of beers ... and the bourgeois coffee for grilled meat and the fundamental life for breakfast. Portici DOC (20 m from home) for the 'pasticciotti', the cream and chocolate pastry for the almond paste ....
The use of the house and the swimming pool is exclusive. From 8 November to 1 May the prices refer to two people. ASK FOR A CUSTOMIZED QUOTE.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Safe kildren house
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Chiedere al proprietario sempre prima e avvisare
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: chiedere al proprietario sempre prima e avvisare
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind and solar energy
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT075061B400036944, LE075097043S0009654

About the area

Poggiardo

Located in Poggiardo, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Malacological Museum of Clay and Antichi Frantoi Ipogei are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta and La Cutura Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Imperial Pasticceria and Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Coelimanna. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Poggiardo

What's nearby

  • Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste - 6 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Otranto Waterfront - 30 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Baia Dei Turchi Beach - 38 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Alimini Beach - 47 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Pescoluse Beach - 61 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Poggiardo Station - 8 min walk
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portici.doc - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Borghese - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Piazza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Orion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Picalò - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden?

As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden on 18 April 2026 start from NZ$2,197, 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 WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden located?

This family-friendly Poggiardo villa is located by the ocean, 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta and La Cutura Botanical Garden. Santa Cesarea Terme Beach and Cala dell'Acquaviva are also within 6 miles (10 km). Poggiardo Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Excellent venue for friends reunion

We had a fabulous week here enjoying the villa and all it’s many social areas - the market day was fun and some excellent food was eaten at local restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Helena L.

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

Magical Puglia

We were a party of 13 comprising 3 separate families. Beautiful villa in fabulous location in centre of town which was a hidden gem with numerous excellent restaurants and a huge market on Wednesday mornings. Great base for exploring the area and lots of different spots to sit and hang out including a delightful terrace. Maria was extremely helpful booking restaurants, organising a chef for one evening and recommendations of where to visit. We were very sorry to leave. Our American friend even took photos of the arches to show her builders doing her house renovation in the States!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Julie C.

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

Family Holiday

Wonderful house to accomodate 6 adults and 4 children.Great location and wonderful host Maria who did everything to assist. Close to drive to other places and sightseeing.Be aware that have to pay for gas and electricity on top of rental package.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Great stay in a magnificent Palazzo

The villa was fantastic for 2 families (4 adults, 6 kids). Great pool area and spacious living quarters. Poggiardo is a lovely little town, just outside the villa gates and unspoilt by tourism. Restaurants were of a high standard and served the tastiest Puglia delicacies. The host, Maria, was so helpful in arranging transfers, restaurants and giving advice on the area (including beaches). Highly recommended for a holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bo N.

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

Hidden Gem

Fantastic place in a small friendly village. We had a great week with quite a few excursions. Otranto was an interesting and beautiful place. Rene who drove us all week was extremely reliable. Can really recommended his taxi and transfer service. 🙏 Maria was there for us whenever we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Amazing holiday

We were 2 families with 5 teenage and adult sons and the space in the property was perfect. Maria was super friendly and helpful We loved Poggiardo and local beach of Castro The house has a wonderful pool and terraces. We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

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

Perfect stay in a beautiful house

Family holiday of 14 (9 adults and 5 children). Right from the start, Maria (property manager) was excellent, fast responses to any questions and no problem that couldn’t be solved. House is amazing, lots of space, salt water pool that’s deep enough for the 10/11yr olds to stand safely, gorgeous side-garden with hammock, boules, orange and lime trees, table soccer and bicycles. Located right on the main piazza in Poggiardo within walking distance of many excellent restaurants, café’s, gelato and cake shops and the market on the square every Wednesday morning!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

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

Just Wonderful

Had a lovely week in Poggiardo. Once inside the property is amazing with its court yard, lovely pool and orchard area - it is like your own private hideaway. The property is well kitted out with all amenities and a well equipped kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of room inside and out- although most evenings were spent on the outdoor terrace. - even in October! There are some nice restaurants/bistros nearby along with the local bakery shops/butchers/fishmongers and a good size supermarket. The Wednesday street market is well worth a look. It was a good base for trips to Lecce and down along the coast Maria was very helpful in settling us in and helped us to organise Maria Rosaria to come to the villa to cook an authentic Puglian meal which was a lovely night and would definitely recommend. Can not recommend Palazzo Umberto enough as a wonderful place to stay. Grazie mille!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

go D.

FANTASTIC WINTER STAY

We spent the New Years week in the beautifull and warm house of Maria and Andrea in Poggiardo. A great winter stay in the historic center (on the main Piazza) with choice of bars, shops, hairdressers, ... within walking distance. The weather was great, sky steel-blue, sun shining every day (were we lucky or is this Puglia-winter?) and we spent several hours trying to get a tan on the rooftopterrace. The house is a spacious and beautiful old palazzo, restored in a refined way with perfect artcrafts-finishings. The palazzo offers all comfort, with several bathrooms, equiped kitchens, cupboards, classic and authentic furniture which suits perfectly to the style of the house ... It's a pleasure to find a place where as well the interior, the objects, the decoration, the chocolats and bottle, as the towels and the sheets, ... all meet the same standard of luxury in every single detail which is, believe me so rare... The recommandations for restaurants turned out to be delicious, and New Years-eve - we were kindly invited in the ground floor loft - was an unforgettable party. That loft as the rest of the building, has been beautifully restored,and has a great fireplace. The swimming pool and garden look very welcoming and quiet for warmer months... Thanks Maria and Andrea, hope we'll meet again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

SHARON B.

TUTTO PER TUTTI!

Our well-traveled family of five stayed in Poggiardo at Palazzo Umberto for six days earlier this month during a three week Italy adventure. We live in Los Angles, California but always enjoy traveling abroad with our kids when we can. Our "kids" are now ages 20, 22, and 23. Upon arrival, we were happily greeted by Maria who gave us a tour around her grand home. Needless to say, Umberto is even more beautiful in person than the photos depict! The house is spotless and is well equipped with everything to make any visitor's stay comfortable and enjoyable. While staying there, our family rented bicycles for several days to sightsee around the area. Traveling by bicycle was quite enjoyable for our group. It was a lovely way to visit the small towns surrounding Poggiardo. We especially enjoyed riding the bikes along the Adriatic Sea and eating lunch in Santa Cesera Terme. After each day's ride, we were happy to come home to a sparkling clean salt water pool to cool off. We spent several hours throughout the week in the garden seating areas enjoying wine with appetizers before heading into one of the many delicious restaurants for dinner in the neighborhood. You can't go wrong with any of the food establishments! All the restaurants prepare fresh food and are very generous with the portions they serve! The pastry and gelato shops in town are also quite fabulous! It was a good thing for us that we stayed active during the days because no one ever left much food on their plates! Each member of our family would love to return to Poggiardo and stay in Palazzo Umberto again. We cannot thank Maria and her husband, Andrea, enough for their wonderful hospitality and kindness to our family. Mille grazie! We hope to return someday soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY IN A WONDERFUL PALAZZO!!!

My wife and I visited the beautiful Palazzo Umberto in Poggiardo in June, and we absolutely loved it! From the minute we arrived, when we received a warm welcome from Maria, and we were shown all the beautiful rooms and the gorgeous “secret” garden we knew we’d made the right choice. First the Palazzo – so grand and ornate, every room lovely to look around. There is a rooftop terrace over-looking the square with a lovely bathroom with a huge bath, a bedroom, sitting room and kitchen on the top floor. Then, down an ancient staircase you come to the main floor – a kitchen fitted out with everything you could possibly want, from a coffee maker, a dishwasher, crockery and cutlery - every mod-con you would need; a grand dining room, a grand sitting room with a balcony, again over-looking the square, 2 more lovely huge bathrooms, and 2 bedrooms with air-con…all leading out onto a terrace over-looking the garden equipped with a BBQ and large seating area – we sat and ate there every day soaking up the sun and the atmosphere. Then down to the ground floor – this is more open plan, with thick stone walls and gorgeous stone ceilings, lending a very cool feeling to this floor, despite the heat outside – it has air-con, of course, but you hardly needed it so effective was the stone-work. We based ourselves on this floor – it too had a fantastic shower-room, a further bathroom, a small kitchen, 2 bedrooms, dining area and sitting area – as the early morning swim was so much closer!! The “secret” courtyard garden also is lovely, with a fantastic swimming pool, numerous comfortable seats, various citrus trees and flowers everywhere. During ours stay we used the 2 bikes provided and explored the peaceful countryside. Poggiardo itself is quite a quiet, small town that comes to life on market Wednesdays – we became “locals’ popping to the supermarket daily to stock up on fresh produce for lunch, whilst in the evenings, wandering out to the local restaurants for gorgeous Italian meals. You can probably tell we loved our holiday here – the house, the town, the sea, the countryside, the food, the friendly people – wish we were there now, and hope to return soon! Maria and Andrea gave us a wonderful holiday in a wonderful house.
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10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Bellissima villa

Sono tornato per la seconda volta in questo Palazzo stupendo per festeggiare il mio 50 esimo compleanno, se io potessi ci vivrei per sempre lí: avevo la camera di fronte alla piscina con dei soffitti a stella e il bagno en suite, con la doccia enorme. Ho chiesto di fare il late safe check in, perché sono arrivato in aereo tardi la notte , e il mio host ha organzzato un trasfer con Renê Taxi per tutto il gruppo. Noi abbiamo avuto un tempo fantastico, abbiamo avuto il cuoco che ha cucinato per noi i piatti tipici del luogo, la terrazza per il pranzo all'aperto era favolosa. L'aria condizionata era efficiente in ogni camera da letto e abbiamo dormito benissimo- Per la veritá, al piano terra i muri in pietra sono cosi possenti che la casa é fresca naturalmente . Questo é davvero un posto speciale che merita di essere abitato almeno una volta nella vita ! Grazie Maria per tutti i servizi che ci hai fornito degni di un albergo a 5 stelle ! Spero di tornare ancore, non c'é due senza tre!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

FABULOUS

Una villa incredibile!!!! Quando io sono entrato nel PALAZZO, mi sono sentito trasportato indietro nel tempo, in una dimensione storica avvolto nella bellezza . Gli spazi esterni a luglio erano mozzafiato, profumo di lavanda e di arance, lime, prugne e una vite di uva ancora acerba avvolgeva la terrazza, una poesia ! Non potevo credere ai miei occhi , era molto piú bello dal vivo che sulle foto. Le foto non rendono giustizia alla bellezza di questo posto fantatico . La casa ha interni degni di una rivista, enorme con 5 bagni davvero confortevoli . La doccia del piano terra era strepitosa e la mia camera grande quasi 100 metri. Fantastica vacanza , esperienza indimenticabile , host davvero molto molto affifabile , torneremo sicuramente !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

Historic expansive property

This is a beautiful house and grounds that is so very convenient, being middle of the town, yet completely private. Attention should be paid to the details of the listing. Maria is exceptionally responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

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

Fantastic week at Palazzo Umberto

We have just returned to Norway after a fantastic week in Poggiardo. We went four generations and everyone enjoyed the stay so much. The palazzo is large, so you may have some time for yourself if needed. All necessary equipment required was there kitchen and bath rooms etc. The place was perfectly cleaned upon arrival. Maria was a helping angel; she took care of all our requests and organized minibus rides to the only open lido (October) and transport tour/retour to the airport and so on. Bare in mind that Poggiardo is not a tourist destination and English is not widely spoken, but that is also part of the charm. What can be improved: Maria; you can sharpen the knives in the kitchen. We have no hesitation giving Palazzo Umberto and Maria five stars. Jan Asbjørnsen Norway
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Delight in Southern Puglia

Our group of 8 adults enjoyed a marvellous time at this unique house. The outdoor areas in Summer were particularly useful, the pool and the shade excellent, the location to many surrounding areas a real treat. Poggiardo is a lovely town, close to Castro and well located for a day trip to Lecce and many wonderful coastal towns. Maria was a delight to deal with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona O.

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Large group holiday

Our group of 6 adults and 5 children (aged 7-12) spent a lovely week in Palazzo Umberto Poggidaro in August 2022. The accommodation is split over three floors which suited our three families. The kitchen is small but the outside space more than makes up for it. The pool area (with a gate) was beautiful and the pool was a great size and depth for our kids who spent the week swimming. The green space to the side of the house was lovely and cool during the heat and the kids loved playing on the grass with the bowls set. There was ample parking for three cars. Palazzo Umberto is a traditional rustic beautiful house - we loved the pool area and outside space. Poggidaro is a small town with some lovely bars and a good choice of restaurants - close to towns such as Ortrano and Castro. There were lots of events on in the town while we were there - the weekly market, a music concert and a Cuban night. We had a great week and would recommend the Palazzo to friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey H.

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

Une superbe maison, très agréable pour 2 familles avec enfants

Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine de vacances dans cette villa. Accueil par la propriétaire sympathique et chaleureuse. Une ancienne demeure avec beaucoup de charme et avec une grande piscine où les enfants ont passé beaucoup de temps.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

TOP

The best house in the best place! TOP
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

SUCH BLISS...

We spent most of the summer of 2018 at this amazing home in Poggiardo. It makes an outstanding home base to explore Salento and Apulia! First, Poggiardo is a perfect town to call "home" in Salento. The people are welcoming, the town is not pretentious or touristy, most things are walkable for your daily needs. You can easily have coffee and pastry, explore local streets and shops, fix lunch al fresco at the villa, and then dine out deliciously in any number of great restaurants just steps from your door. Then head for the coast -- most of Salento's beaches are an easy day trip. Do you want rocky pools or sandy stretches? The owner can answer any particular questions you have. There are many free beaches within 15/30 mins as well as numerous "Lido" establishments that offer a range of amenities for a fee. The nearby towns are breathtaking. You can wander happily for hours with some new charm around every corner. We especially loved Castro and Lecce. Most have great choices for Salento cuisine -- with crazy fresh ingredients from the nearby sea and farms. We even made a day trip up to explore Trulli country -- also amazing. The driving is easy and parking is manageable for free or for a small fee (paid at a kiosk with cash or card). The house is more amazing than the photos show. It is spacious, and it offers everyone someplace to relax. The owners have done such a tasteful job throughout. We frequently had a houseful (including children) and made the most of the pool and all the outdoor spaces. Tge owners respond immediately to questions or concerns you may have. They are committed to being great hosts and sharing this spectacular part of the world with visitors. Stay longer than you think you should. There is so much to enjoy.... perfect holidays! C.V.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Luca S.

THE TOP

Perfetta!!! Villa stupenda, immensa, in un posto incredibile!! Tutto profumava di pulito ed era cosí spazioso. Fuori la porta del palazzo ci stavano bar e ristorantini raggiungibili a piedi, botteghe di artigiani e negozi di orafi artigiani.... che bello!!! Dietro il palazzo il giardino era bellissimo, un eden, un grande prato verde dove i miei figli potevano giocare liberamente. La cosa piú bella la sala biliardo nella cantina che é stata una vera sorpresa. Abbiamo avuto modo di usare le bici messe a disposizione dal proprietario per raggiungere la bellissima spiaggia dell'Acquaviva. Una casa assolutamente perfetta per posizione e confort. Rimarrà un ricordo indelebile e speriamo di tornarci presto. Grazie L.S.
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10/10 Excellent

monica g.

...dove l'unica pecca è dover tornare a casa!

Ho trascorso con la mia famiglia delle vacanze semplicemente perfette!Il palazzo, ristrutturato in ogni dettaglio, ben rappresenta il buon gusto del proprietario Andrea, che ci ha accolto con la moglie con grande simpatia(nonostante il nostro aereo fosse arrivato con oltre 2 ore di ritardo) e con un gustoso cesto ricco di prelibatezze tipiche del luogo. Ogni ambiente della casa è stato ben studiato per offrire agli ospiti la grande privacy ed il vero relax. I ragazzi si son divertiti molto in piscina, sempre ben pulita come tutta la casa, ed io e mio marito abbiamo apprezzato molto sia gli ampi e lumisosi spazi (dal living con camino, all'attrezzata cucina) che le guide-libri presenti in casa,che ci hanno permesso di scoprire ristorantini tipici, negozi di artigianato locale e tanto altro. Consiglierei questa struttura a tutti coloro che desiderano trascorrere una vacanza con ogni comfort, dove l'unica vera pecca è dover poi tornare a casa... ma tanto noi l'abbiam già prenotata per le prossime vacanze! Un ringraziamento speciale ad Andrea e sua moglie che, con i preziosi suggerimenti per i luoghi da visitare e la puntuale cortesia, hanno reso il nostro soggiorno indimenticabile.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

EXCELLENT

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this historic property! Even before we arrived, Andrea was incredibly helpful with information about the area and answered all of my questions. He greeted us (my husband, 2 young children, and parents) upon arrival and showed us around the house. And, the house is beautiful, spacious, beautifully decorated and furnished, well equipped. The location was fabulous, as we could walk to many different restaurants, caffetteria, bakery and supermarkets. Near the house, there are several beautiful beaches within short driving distance. I would absolutely recommend this property to others looking to get a taste of one of Italy's finest regions; it was relaxing and beautiful and all that we had hoped for. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Liam M.

Lovely villa at heart of the village

The property is well setup and we didn't have any issues at all. The check-in time was 4pm, which was a little inconvenient given the early flight times from London Stansted, but that was our only real complaint. Maria was helpful, gave us information when we arrived and then was available on WhatsApp to answer further questions. Would strongly recommend "Crema & Cioccolato" for ice cream - your best bet is to drive, as the village is lacking in pavements.
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8/10 Good

Katarina W.

Härlig vistelse i Poggiardo

Vi hade två fantastiska veckor i Palazzo Umberto. Huset räckte gott och väl till vår stora familj, 12 personer. I huset hade vi härliga gemensamma ytor såväl som möjlighet till avskildhet. Allt vi behövde av utrustning fanns i huset. Poggiardo är en trevlig levande stad med restauranger, barer och allt du kan behöva. Frukt- och grönsaksbutik, färskt bröd i bageriet och flera "gelaterior" finns alldeles inpå knuten. Varje onsdag kantas gatorna av marknadsstånd när den stora marknaden kommer på besök till staden. Fina badmöjligheter finns på cykel- och bilavstånd. Vi besökte nästan dagligen Castro (Miggiano) och den fantastiska badviken. Till de fantastiska stränderna kring Alimini tar det ca 40 min med bil, men absolut värt resan. Den närliggande staden Otranto är också värd ett besök. Beskrivningen av huset stämmer väl överens med verkligheten och vår värd Maria var hjälpsam och tillmötesgående samt lätt att få kontakt med. Anders och Katarina med familj

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