Salento countryside villa offers a modern retreat amidst olive groves and fruit trees. Enjoy the spacious family-sized kitchen, ceiling fans throughout, or relax in one of two double bedrooms with free air-con. Take advantage of the swimming pool available June to September and unwind on its dedicated terrace.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedroomsSleeps 665 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees
The villa is set in the heart of the Salento countryside, a wonderfully rustic and timeless part of Puglia in the deep south of Italy. It is extremely well-appointed, with modern facilities throughout and a huge terrace surrounding the entire property, ideal for eating, relaxing and sunbathing. The villa has been insulated to keep it pleasantly cool even during the hottest months, but there is also free air-con in the bedrooms and ceiling fans throughout. There are two double bedrooms, 2 shower rooms (one en-suite), free wi-fi, and a family-sized kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. The living area has a TV with a large library of recent films plus Amazon Prime Video, and a sofa bed providing extra sleeping capacity for 2 further guests.
We have a hectare of land with olive groves (please note we are during 2023/24 replanting our olive trees due to a serious disease affecting the whole region - see our pictures), fruit trees and a vineyard, a stone BBQ, and we are developing a garden with lawn and local flora. There is a swimming pool (June - September) with its own dedicated terrace available for guests' exclusive and private use. The villa is peaceful and secluded, with the owners living only 100m away and always on hand to provide any advice or assistance.We are conveniently located in the middle of the Salento region, 20 minutes from the nearest beach and within striking distance of the entire peninsula. Salento has remained unchanged for generations: it is covered with thousands of acres of olive trees, has historic towns and villages, a spectacular coastal road, and countless beaches and coves. Although popular with Italian holidaymakers, it is seldom visited by foreign tourists and the locals will invariably give you a warm welcome. We are also less than half an hour from the wonderful Baroque city of Lecce, probably one of the most beautiful, atmospheric and yet least-visited of major Italian cities. A holiday in Salento is ideal for people who enjoy beach life, or exploring little-known corners of the Mediterranean - or who just want to relax in comfort, soaking up the summer sun.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Note that the pool is round, 5.5m in diameter and 1.2m deep. Please ensure that these dimensions are suitable for your needs before booking.
Pool open from June - September only,
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number LE07502691000036436, IT075026C200078003
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
Located in Cutrofiano, this villa is in a rural area and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Baia Verde Beach and Punta Suina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Dolce Mente Freddo and Imperial Pasticceria. With scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Cutrofiano travel guide
Does Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees located?
This family-friendly Cutrofiano villa is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Dolce Mente Freddo, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Imperial Pasticceria and Malacological Museum of Clay. Wine Museum and Church of Cutrofiano are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Secluded villa with unshared pool (Jun-Sep) surrounded by an acre of olive trees Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We stayed for 2 weeks in July and loved the house and private pool. The house has everything you could possibly need for a very comfortable stay. We had a mixture of days by the pool and BBQs in the evenings and days out. We loved the covered terrace which was great as the days were so hot. The air-conditioning in the bedrooms was a life saver. We visited Otranto, Gallipoli, Matera, Santa Maria de Leuca, and Alberobello. There is so much to do. But special mention has to go to Bill our host who was so helpful to us when we needed to get our car into the garage in Cutrofiano. He gave numerous lifts and translated so the problems were solved with minimum stress and disruption to our holiday. We can't praise Bill enough!! We would love to go back 😀
Martin M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
17 Apr 2018
Very quiet and nice villa - perfect to visit puglia
The house is prettier than on the pictures.
It is nicely renovated, very clean and has everything you need !
It is in the countryside it is very quiet, so it is great to relax...
the beds are comfortable.
In 30 minutes or less you can go anywhere almost (beaches on both coast, nice Cities...).
The owners were very kind and helpfull.
We highly recommend this villa !!!
Julie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
Archival
8/10 Good
Andy L.
23 Aug 2017
A lovely and peaceful place amid olive trees
We have spent a relaxing week in this lovely house amid olive trees and fig trees. There is a large and beautiful patio, 2 comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms and a fully-equipped kitchen. When we stayed there in August, temperatures rose to 45 degrees Celsius; luckily, we had airco! The owner is very friendly and helpful; when we arrived, we were offered a welcome pack with olive oil and other local produce and a very extensive guide containing information re. places to visit, supermarkets and restaurants. A haven of peace!
A wonderfully peaceful location, we were able to relax and feel at home straight away. Bill was extremely helpful and friendly, willing to help out with guidance for the area. The welcome pack of essentials given our late arrival time was wonderful so we could rest after the journey. If we had specific questions Bill was always on hand and helped above and beyond what is expected.
The villa itself was clean, comfortable and spacious with everything you could need for your holiday. The private use pool was a wonderful respite from the heat of the day. We definitely intend to return to the villa to repeat the experience.
Wonderful and quietly located villaIt was a wonderful holiday in this lovingly furnished and quietly located villa. The magnificent terrace, surrounded by a very well-kept and beautifully landscaped garden with various flowers and fruit trees, basically served as our living room. It was a dream to be able to spend our holiday outside in the warm air. The sounds of cicadas and crickets added to the Mediterranean flair. This is how I imagine my summer holiday.The pool with the very comfortable loungers is surrounded by flowers and plants, as you can see in the pictures. We loved watching the sunset while dangling our feet in the pool. It is pure idyll and balm for the soul!We enjoyed every day to the full and are already planning to come back.Here are some more helpful information. We like to cook and barbecue on holiday and the facilities were very good. Everything we needed or would have needed was there.The rooms are very well maintained, the Wi-Fi works perfectly even to the pool, the air conditioning in the bedrooms is very quiet and high quality. The beds and pillows are super comfortable. We have rarely slept as well as we did there. We would like to thank our friendly, incredibly well organised and helpful host Bill. His villa is one of the premium villas and hosts for a reason.
Daniela E.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
19 Oct 2017
Perfectly Delightful Cottage in Puglia
We stayed four nights at this absolutely charming little farmhouse in Puglia. The cottage is set on its own and there is complete privacy. There is a lovely patio that looks out onto olive groves. It is so lovely to sit outside and enjoy the view. The cottage itself is wonderful. It is modern, tastefully decorated, and spotlessly clean (which is of upmost importance to me). The owners have thought of every convenience and it takes no time at all to feel at home in this charming villa. There is a town nearby (5 min drive?) Cutrofiano, which is convenient for groceries, etc; however, the owners graciously have fresh milk, pasta, and other bits to get you settled so you don't have the sense to arrive and then have to leave again to get supplies. The location, as far as I was concerned, was fabulous. And easy drive to either coast. The owners live nearby but we did not see them once, except upon arrival; however, they are available should we have needed anything. In all, I completely recommend this great little place and will definitely suggest it to my friends if/when they travel to this gorgeous region. Thank you Bill for providing such a wonderful place to stay in Puglia!!
Excelente, en general, porque se ajustaba en todos los aspectos a nuestros requerimientos: ubicación, servicios, limpieza, trato exquisito con los propietarios, dimensiones de la vivienda y menaje completo.
Fijn huis, heerlijk rustig, goed uitgerust tot in de kleinste details, op een mooie locatie. Host Bill heeft ons vriendelijk ontvangen en van alle informatie voorzien.
Schitterend gelegen vakantiehuis met mooie tuin en zwembad. In het huis was alles aanwezig wat je eventueel maar nodig kan hebben niets ontbrak. Als je aankomt heeft zeer vriendelijk eigenaar als deels boodschappen voor je gedaan je kan een maaltijd bereiden en er is ook voor ontbijt gezorgd. Ook is er alle informatie aanwezig wat er te doen is in de omgeving
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Propriétaires très sympathiques et très discrets.
Très bon accueil avec des courses faites pour notre arrivée afin de ne pas devoir aller au supermarché en arrivant.
Maison très bien conçue et très bien équipée avec tout le nécessaire pour passer de bonnes vacances.La climatisation dans les chambres est très appréciable en pleins été.
Transats confortables, serviettes de piscine prévues. Tout est parfait.
Piscine bien pratique et agréable pour se rafraîchir
Merci beaucoup Bill et Tracy
A plaisir de vous revoir si nous revenons dans les Pouilles
Stayed for 8 nights. Communication with Bill prior to our trip was really good. When we arrived he was there to meet us and went through local restaurants, beaches, etc. (His green book is an invaluable source of information). The villa was exactly what we wanted. In a lovely countryside location but 10 minute drive to restaurants and 25 mins to the east, west and south coast, ideal for sightseeing and the beaches. Villa itself is great, spacious, spotlessly clean, huge grounds and great pool. Really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend.
Das großzügige Haus liegt ruhig und ideal zwischen der Ost-, Süd- und Westküste. Es konnten viele Ausflüge gemacht und Salento erkundet werden. Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich eingerichtet. Es gibt quasi keine Nachbarn, die Gastgeber wohnen in der Nähe (fußläufig erreichbar). Der Pool wurde ausgiebig genutzt, da das Wasser stets kühl war, was bei der Hitze perfekt war. Das beste am Haus ist die große überdachte Terrasse, welche man als verlängertes Wohnzimmer nutzen kann. Bill und Tracy sind ausgezeichnete Gastgeber, sehr fürsorglich und sehr diskret. Der Kühlschrank war mit mehr als dem notwendigsten gefüllt, um den ersten Einkaufsstress am Ankunftstag zu vermeiden. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! DANKE für den wunderbaren Urlaub!
Tolles, sehr gepflegtes und top ausgestattetes Haus!
Tolles, sehr gepflegtes und top ausgestattetes Haus
Das wunderbare, absolut saubere und sehr ruhig gelegene Haus hat schon auf den Bildern bezaubernd ausgesehen und als wir ankamen war alles ganz genauso wie abgebildet. Sogar noch schöner und noch gepflegter. Bill hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen und sogar der Kühlschrank war mit Delikatessen gefüllt. Das Auto hat einen schönen, schattigen Stellplatz und die Zufahrt ist angenehm und auch für einen BMW (kein SUV) einfach zu bewältigen.
Bill hat sich täglich unmerklich für uns um den Pool gekümmert. Der Informationsaustausch war vorbildlich und unkompliziert. Absolut TOPP und gerne kommen wir wieder.
Wie auf den Bildern schönes, gemütliches Haus mit einer (wie ich finde) wunderschönen Terasse.
Bill ist ein toller Vermieter, der es versteht sich um alles zu kümmern und sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich ist... und Gott sei Dank Dank englisch (Muttersprache) und italienisch spricht und so auch mal bei einer Reservierung helfen kann.
Ja die Lage ist etwas abgeschieden... aber der Nächste Ort ist mit dem Auto nicht weit und hat eine menge gute Restaurants und ich war nach den vollen Städten und Ständen (Saison) sehr froh über den Frieden den dieser Ort ausstrahlt.
Ich würde wieder kommen :)
Woning waar alles aanwezig is wat je kunt wensen. Heerlijke bedden, goede douches, airco die het gewoon goed doet, zwembad voor de nodige afkoeling, veranda met grote tafel waar je heerlijk kunt ontbijten, buiten BBQ, buiten douche…gewoon helemaal compleet.
Sauberes Objekt in wunderschönen gepflegten Anlage.
Man fühlt sich durch Bill herzlich willkommen. Alles ist unkompliziert. Verhalten des Vermieters warmherzig, professionell und unkompliziert.
Beautiful villa in a quiet peaceful location. The villa has everything you could possibly need, it is very well equipped even grocery essentials to start you off! Bill and Tracy have gone the extra mile when thinking about their guests comfort and needs.
It’s a great spot to explore the surrounding area and off the tourist track. Cutrofiano is the nearest town about a 10 min drive with a few restaurants, cafes and supermarkets.
We had a great chilling week here and the pool was very welcome in the August heat!
Lovely villa in quiet country location and only 10 mins drive to nearest small town for supermarket, restaurants etc. The owners, Bill & Tracey, were great and could not be more helpful. They live a short distance away, they are on hand should any problems occur, but they are very unintrusive. Bill has produced a very useful 'bible' containing information regarding the villa, local shops and restaurants, and places to visit with maps and directions. This was invaluable. There is a small pool which is wonderful to cool off in on hot days and the covered terrace is perfect for eating outside or chilling on the sun loungers at the end of a hard day's sightseeing. Having spent a month in this beautiful hideaway we can thoroughly recommend Villa Della Mora to anyone looking to explore this delightful part of Puglia. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to return.
Clean, spacious, comfortable, quiet, large modern kitchen and the most important element in my opinion, is the owner’s attention to detail.
100% satisfaction.
Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien, de airco en de ventilatoren zijn erg fijn. Het zwembad is ondiep, maar dat wisten we vooraf en het is heerlijk om er lekker in af te koelen. In de omgeving zijn leuke tochtjes te maken en er zijn veel fijne, zeer betaalbare restaurants.