Casale Martignano

Situated amongst the stunning Puglia countryside, yet a short drive away from the charming towns of the Istria Valley, such as Ostuni and San Vito dei Normanni, Casale Martignano is the ideal villa for a family holiday. Admire the surrounding private olive groves whilst you lounge by the infinity pool or relax in the villa’s private spa. Casale Martignano has been designed in the traditional Apulian way, with a regular-shaped structure, yet its interiors are modern and comfortable. It features exposed stone walls, perfect for keeping cool in the summer, arched ceilings and minimalist décor, creating a bright and spacious feel. It is set across one level, easily accessible for all guests. It is ideal for a family gathering with an open-plan living and dining area and kitchen. There are three bedrooms, all equipped with an ensuite bathroom, two with queen beds and the third with twin beds. A highlight of the villa would have to be its spa with a Turkish bath, a wonderful way to relax after a long day in the Puglian sunshine. Outside, the inviting infinity swimming pool is surrounded by a lovely terrace dotted with sun loungers and umbrellas. You can take in the magnificent countryside views and sensational sunsets from the pool. There are many comfortable outdoor seating areas to relax, and the whole family can gather in the evening at one of the outdoor dining spaces to enjoy an excellent home-cooked meal of local delicacies. Casale Martignano is situated amongst glorious countryside, and several restaurants are dotted nearby; however, for a wider range of choices, head to the town of San Michele Salentino, 5km away. The villa is ideally located to easily visit some of the best towns the Itria Valley offers. Amidst the groves and vines sits the little town of San Vito Dei Normanni. Just 10km away, it boasts an ancient castle, baroque church, and olive oil museum, and it is a great place to wander around. Or head to Ostuni, known as ‘The White City’, also just 10km away, which features a maze of alleyways and a 15th-century cathedral. Features: Villa Interiors (120m2) - Living room with sofas and dining area - Fully equipped kitchen with oven, hob, coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and toaster - 2 x bedrooms with queen beds and ensuite bathrooms with showers and WCs - Bedroom with twin beds and ensuite bathroom with shower and WC - Spa with Turkish bath Outside Grounds (10,000m2) - Private pool (10m x 5m, depth: 1.5m) - Pool terrace with sun loungers and umbrellas - Alfresco dining area - Outdoor seating areas with gazebos - Outdoor kitchen - Garden  - Barbecue - Parking  Facilities - WiFi - Air-conditioning - TV - Spa with Turkish bath - Baby crib, high chair and baby dishes (on request)  Location: Casale Martignano offers a fantastic location, sitting amongst spectacular natural scenery and being a short drive away from amenities. In the nearby town of San Michele Salentino, guests can find various restaurants to try out local delicacies or head to San Vito dei Normanni for supermarkets to buy groceries. There is a wider range of amenities in the nearby city of Ostuni, just 10km away. Known as ‘The White City’, thanks to its stunning whitewashed buildings, it has some gorgeous sites such as the city walls and its 15th-century Gothic cathedral. Furthermore, this villa is ideally situated to explore the rest of the region as you can easily reach some of the prettiest towns in the Itria Valley. For example, drive to the idyllic Locorotondo and Martina Franca in under an hour. In addition, the equally beautiful town of Alberobello is only 45 km away, a UNESCO World Heritage site where you can admire the iconic Trulli typical of the Puglia region. Puglia is also famous for its wonderful sandy beaches, and it is easy to reach many of them from Casale Martignano. Head to the fabulous Costa Merlata beach, just 25km away. Some other nearby beaches worth visiting include the dazzling Quarto di Monte beach and Spiaggia di Torre Guaceto. The latter is a nature reserve with sand dunes, lagoons, fascinating flora, and fauna. In the summer, you can hire bikes to follow some spectacular trails through the reserve. Brindisi is only 42km away and would make for an excellent day out. It boasts a wonderful historic centre, Baroque churches, palm-tree-lined boulevards and a seafront promenade. For day trips slightly further afield, the enchanting cities of Bari and Lecce are just over an hour away. Both offer outstanding food, culture and architecture. Terms & Conditions: ? €500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. 4.00 p.m. Check-in outside this time may be subject to an extra cost. Please enquire for more details. 20:00 - 22:00, extra 50€ 22:00 - 00:00, extra €80 8.00 - 10.00 a.m. Electricity is not included in the price. Yes. Not allowed. Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. Saturday in August. All other months the changeover day is flexible. Yes. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Outside only. 7 nights. All other durations on request. Yes. Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). Wi-Fi internet access included. Yes. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. IT074012C200088348. Licence number: IT074012C200088348