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Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view

Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view

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View from pool towards one of the dining areas
Relax with a view of the sea.
A view through the old parts of the trulli.
The kitchen and the dining table set-up for four.
Sitting room looking through to the second sitting room / third bedroom.

Overview of Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Ostuni, Puglia
  • Popular LocationPiazza della Liberta8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOstuni Cathedral9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpiaggia della Costa Merlata21 min drive
  • AirportBrindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)35 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view

Santa Caterina is a distinctive and beautiful holiday home that has been restored with a rare appreciation of the simplicity and charm of the original ‘saracen’ trulli. What sets this house apart from others is the outstanding view of the sea over olive groves, the attractive garden veranda and the stylish yet simple interiors. The spacious garden, quiet courtyard and the generous swimming pool are perfect for outdoor living.

Situated between the two historic cities of Ostuni and Carovigno, it is in an ideal location for exploring all the delights of the Puglia area.

The house is equipped for relaxing in the shade and eating outside, whether on the roof terrace, the courtyard or veranda. Serious cooking is also possible with a proper selection of pans, utensils and local cook books. There is a BBQ in the garden.

Despite the heat in July and August the fact that the house stands at 300m means that there is often a sea breeze.

The original two bedrooms are light and airy high vaulted rooms with their own bathrooms and air conditioning. Recently we have added a third room to the side of the house - in the old style - that is used as a third bedroom or a second sitting room.. It has its own bathroom and air conditioning.


Santa Caterina is a distinctive and beautiful holiday home that has been restored with a rare appreciation of the simplicity and charm of the original ‘saracen’ trulli. Saracen trulli have the same vaulted interiors as those with the conical roofs but the roof is either domed or flat. Our lovely trulli was improved about 100 years ago by the addition of a more imposing front elevation. In the restoration from a ruin 15 years ago the windows were added and the two trulli joined with a stone arch to create the kitchen/dining area and the sitting room. Since then we have added a further bedroom and bathroom in the local style.

All the bedrooms are light and airy high vaulted rooms and have their own shower room with toilet, bidet and sink - all have air conditioning.

The kitchen includes a gas hob and electric oven as well as a proper range of saucepans and implements. The crockery is from Grottaglie with a classic local design. There is a designer Italian dining table and chairs in the kitchen - fine for 4 or 5 but the table can easily be altered to take 8 in comfort.

The sitting room has a comfortable Danish sofa and plenty of other seats with Moroccan influenced cushions.

The veranda has a stone table with large stone benches (and cushions). It is covered to provide shade from the midday sun and is also a perfect place to dine in the warm summer evenings. On the roof terrace there is also a stone sofa as well as a table and chairs – perfect for romantic dining.
On the other side there is a quiet courtyard with a curved stone seat framed by bougainvillea. The courtyard also has a dining table and chairs suitable for up to 8 dining.

The individually designed swimming pool is entered from large steps from one side (the first being very wide and only a few cm deep for children to play in) and on the other there is a sunken seating area. The pool is 10m x 4m and the depth runs from 1m to 3m.

Around the property there are no other buildings close. The garden of the property is large and there is also an orchard adjoining which can be used by residents. The land around is otherwise either olive or almond groves. The track to the property is a dead end with a group of three villas (all owned by one family) further down on the opposite side of the road. There is therefore no traffic danger or noise.

Santa Caterina has been carefully designed to create high quality accommodation in a visually stunning setting.

N.B. This property is less suitable for small children who cannot swim as the pool is only fenced on one side.

Accommodation includes...
• Welcome pack which includes enough for a simple supper and breakfast (including two bottles of wine)
• Weekly Linen change - beds made for you of course
• Linen, Towels and Pool Towels
• Electricity, Water, Gas for cooking
• Swimming Pool with Loungers
• Covered seating area
• Second dining area - seating for up to 8
• Barbecue
• Television & DVD player
* WiFi - hi speed unlimited included
• Bose sound system with Bluetooth
• Private Entrance and Parking
• Washing and Ironing Facilities
Accommodation details...
• Master suite double bed and en suite shower room
• Second Bedroom with en suite shower room with space for an extra bed. This bed is a narrow single but is suitable for an adult or child. This is NOT a cheap Zbed but a Danish designer creation. The two singles can be made up as a double.
• Third bedroom can made up as a sitting room with coffee tables and two large comfortable sofas. This would be done automatically if there were 4 or less occupants. It has its own bathroom with WC, basin and shower enclosure (complete with radio).
• All mattresses have memory foam toppers
• Kitchen/Dining room with seating for 4 -8
• Kitchen equipped with hob & oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
• Washing machine
• Sitting room with comfortable sofa (converts to full size double bed but we do not usually allow more than 7 people + baby), other seating and original fireplace.
• Television & DVD player
• Sound system
• Private parking and gates
• Swimming Pool with sun loungers
• Hammocks
• Covered dining area
• Secluded sitting area beside house
• Barbecue facilities
• Roof terrace with stone sofa as well as table and chairs
• Wonderful views from the roof, the pool, the dining area.
Children facilities include:
• Cot available together with high chair
• Car seat (2x)
• Buggy
• Child's swing
• Other useful items including a couple of toys, plastic plate, cutlery and a potty.
For the pool safety the gate can be closed but the fence can be circumvented by walking round the other way - out into the car parking area and back across part of the garden, or climbing over the wall around the stone table on the veranda.

The other safety point is the roof. The outside staircase is rudimentary and the parapet on the roof fairly low so we do not allow small children up the stairs. There is of course a rope rail so that it is fine for all but toddlers.

Property manager

Edmund Probert
Premier Host
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Languages

English, German

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a cot and a high chair

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number BR07401291000036480

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ostuni

Located in Ostuni, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Quarry Amphitheatre San Giovanni and Castle Dentice di Frasso are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torre Canne Beach and Riserva Natural Torre Guacceto. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Quarry Amphitheatre San Giovanni - 6 min drive
  • Piazza della Liberta - 8 min drive
  • Ostuni Cathedral - 9 min drive
  • Torre Pozzella - 19 min drive
  • Spiaggia della Costa Merlata - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Carovigno Station - 14 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sala Biliardo Associazione Sportiva Jackal Ostuni - 4 min drive
  • Ristorante pizzeria braceria Porta Nova - 5 min drive
  • Da Gigione - 8 min drive
  • La Cantina - 6 min drive
  • Apulia Professional SRL - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stylish luxury trulli with private pool and amazing sea view located?

This family-friendly Ostuni holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Castle Dentice di Frasso and Quarry Amphitheatre San Giovanni. Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills and L'Ulivo Che Canta are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.7/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ostuni
A fantastic location with wonderful views down to the sea. The outdoor space pool and furnishings are just great. Its a good base for visiting Ostuni and the coast. We had a lovely week. Edmund was extremely helpful responding to all queries quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Fantastic house with pool and great location between 2 terrific cities.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Guy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and pool but near Ostuni
Edmund communicated very well from the start of the booking and provided lots of interesting and helpful information. Including a couple of bottles of wine and food on arrival. Very much needed after late late-night journey. The villa itself is down winding lanes in the countryside but that means it is very quiet and you have an amazing view of the sea. Well worth the drive from Ostuni which is still only 10 minutes away and has everything you need for a great holiday. All in all would recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Karine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting for a relaxing family holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Edmund’s house. He is very helpful and respond rapidly to every query. The house is beautiful and very well equipped with all you might need. The three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, offer big independent spaces for everyone. The setting is wonderful and the roof top terrace is truly magical. The neighbouring towns are beautiful and there is lots to visit within 1 hour. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Edmund Probert

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We live in Exeter UK. We are both lawyers and went to Puglia for a long weekend. We fell in love with this property and have never regretted buying it. We sometimes go with just us and our little one (now 15) and sometimes with the three other children and their partners. Both work really well.

Why they chose this property

This property has the charm of something ancient but without the usual drawbacks ( low ceilings, no light and pokey rooms) that you see in other modernisations. The open aspect to the sea view and the peace of the olive groves around clinched it.

What makes this property unique

Our favourite treat is dinner on the roof for two as the sun sets. We love the seclusion and the easy access to Ostuni for its medieval charm and great food (+ amazing fish shops) and markets. A trip to the beach takes 10 - 15 mins in the car depending on the choice.

Languages:

English, German

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