10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
10 Sept 2018
Tranquility and charm in an idyllic setting
Never having visited Puglia before, our whole family were unprepared for the serenity and character of this area of Italy. The Valle d’Itria has an almost magical, peaceful atmosphere and a sense that visitors can reconnect with nature and a culture which has continued through generations.
Staying in this wonderful Trullo enhanced the feeling that time almost stops while you are there and gave us the chance to take a breath, unwind and totally relax. It has a totally unique and other-worldly charm and has been beautifully decorated and furnished as a “home away from home”. Sleeping under the amazingly tall cone ceilings was a lovely, restorative experience and the combination of being able to leave the windows open and the thick stone walls kept the property cool even on the hottest of days.
The outside space is just as seductive, with a shady terrace for lounging around and al fresco meals, and the glorious shared pool area. The latter is set within beautifully landscaped gardens and has hammocks under the pine trees and sun loungers to take in the panoramic views across the valley.
It is also a great location from which to explore the area, even if like us you only manage half day excursions before being lured back to the tranquility of the trullo to while away the afternoon before setting out again for some truly wonderful evening meals.
All of this would make for a lovely holiday, but what really made it special was our hosts Daniela and Daniel. They were always available to help with recommendations, advice and were incredibly generous with their time and kindness. Thank you so much to you both for helping to make our stay in Puglia such an unforgettable experience...we hope to return to this wonderful place!
Wendy S.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018