Over Masseria Mandorlo

The masseria “Mandorlo” used to be part of the ancient Masseria Galante, an was recently brought back to its ancient splendour. There are 4 buildings which are a part of the masseria complex: two beautiful villas with a shared pool which are rented out, a large room built in local stone which the villa clients can use for events or simply to relax in with a book on a hot summer's day. The masseria is positioned right behind the walls of the historic town of Ceglie Messapica, famous for its gastronomy and art, built around the XV century. The historic centre is in walking distance and has many baroque churches situated in the narrow streets with its ancient 'chianche' stone slabs. During the summer season through to autumn, there are many music, food and religious festivals. Local restaurants, serving local food are easily reached by foot. The masseria is about 10 km from Ostuni (the White City), and 17 km from the beautiful Blue flag beaches. There are two attractive villas within the masseria complex used for rental purposes. Villa Mandorlo Grande: 110 square metres, consisting of a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower and bidet, large living room with dining area, and sitting room with sofa bed.The kitchen is equipped with: large fridge, dish-washer, fan assisted oven, cooker, microwave oven, hairdryer and television. The kitchen opens out onto a private orange and lemon grove; the bedrooms open up onto the pool area. The bedrooms have air-conditioning and underfloor heating. Villa Mandorlo Piccola has a surface area of around 55 square metres, with living room, two bedrooms, and bathroom with shower ad bidet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric hob, microwave oven, and the bathroom has a hairdryer, tv, and private patio. The bedrooms look onto the pool, and each have air-conditioning and under floor heating. The villas have exclusive use of the infinity pool with jacuzzi, measuring 6x15 m. There are fruit trees and lawns around the pool area, and plenty of parking space. The olive grove produces organic olive oil. The property is secure with fencing, electric gate and independent alarm systems. Pets are not permitted. The owners of the properties are on hand to personally check their guests in and out, and discretely assist guests during their stay. They speak Italian, French and Spanish. Note: Car: recommended Ceglie historic city of art and gastronomy, the capital of taste in Apulia, full of trulli, farms, olive groves. Surrounded by parks, natural areas, nature reserves and archaeological sites such as the necropolis of great interest, enjoys unique views, cherry, almond blossom and prickly pears: a relaxation to be experienced! Close to Ostuni, the famous “white city”, near the sea and the airport of Brindisi, excellent restaurants in the town center and out. Possibility to organize excursions for nature lovers and rest in the countryside, yet natural. Famous are the excellent dishes that make Ceglie the reference point of the entire region from orecchiette and cavatelli with meatballs eggs, meat rolls, capocollo, the cheese, the mozzarella, burrata cheese, biscuit cegliese, the wild onions, extra virgin olive oil, the homemade bagels and other treats. 10 km Ostuni offers a unique view of the world, near Locorotondo, famous for its wine and the peculiarities of geography, Alberobello, famous for its trulli, Martina Franca, home to many outlets and shopping centers, close to the largest Lecce , Brindisi and Taranto. Not far from the famous Termal Bath of Torre Canne and from Zoo Safari of Fasano Besides, isn't far from beach with white sand and the blue Adriatic sea and the guest can enjoy of kind pool area. The excellent location makes this place an ideal starting point for those who want to go hiking and / or venture into relaxing naturalistic excursions, cultural and gastronomic MORE INFO Places of interest and various activities in the area Supermarket just 500 m away Ceglie Messapica town (1 km away) with fruit and veg shops, bar, cake shop, supermarket, clothes shops, post office and newsagent. Lovely walks along the country lanes around the property, with olive groves, trulli and farm houses. It is possible to visit the nearby cattle farm to watch mozzarella and other local produce being made. The masseria's activities and services Pool Daily cleaning (sheets and towels are changed every two days) - washing-up not included. No cleaning on Sundays. Pool towels are provided. Laundry service (at a charge). Cookery courses* Ceramic decoration courses * Courses in Italian* Conferences, weddings, and private functions* Courses held in the Masseria must be booked in advance, prices on request POOL DESCRIPTION The two villas have exclusive use of the infinity pool with jacuzzi, measuring 6x15 m - for villa residents' own exclusive use ACCOMODATION INCLUDES Daily cleaning, Monday to Saturday, with the exception of Sundays and bank holidays; Sheets and towels are changed every two days.