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Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa

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Beach nearby
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, ping pong, stereo
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
mottola, Puglia
  • Popular LocationChiatona Beach16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrulli of Alberobello29 min drive
  • Popular LocationZoosafari56 min drive
  • AirportBrindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)74 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa

An ancient two-floor villa surrounded by a garden park, a pinewood and a beautiful swimming pool with outdoor spaces under the shade (Includes BBQ area). The house has five bedroom and four bathrooms, two living rooms (1 with sofa beds) with fireplaces, and a large fully equipped kitchen. Two bedrooms are furnished with queen beds, one with one queen and a single bed, one with 2 single beds and one with a single bed, plus a living room with 1 queen sofa bed and 1 single sofa bed are available, for a total of 12 (+1) people. It includes wi-fi, a flat TV and a charming second floor terrace.

Matera, a town nearby, is the 2019 European capital of culture! The perfect place to visit an experience the Mediterranean and Puglian culture.

The Villla is next to the town of Mottola: A small town on a hill with an ancient medieval center. You can find all types of services, shops, supermarkets, banks, bars, restaurants and churches on this small town (3 min away by car)

The surroundings: Alberobello, an Unesco world heritage site, is just an hour away from the house. Other impressive cultural sites include the medieval legacy of Castel Del Monte in Andria, the beautiful cathedral of Trani, or the charming old center of the port-city of Taranto. Many other worthwhile destinations are: Barletta, Ruvo di Puglia, Martina Franca, Matera, Monopoli, Ostuni (all between 30 min to 2 hour away).

Natural sites: The "Parco Regionale della Terra delle Gravine" is just minutes away from the property, good for sightseeing the natural landscape of the region with the archaeological sites in between the calcareous rock formations. Farther away (about an hour away) you can deep yourself into the grand caves "Grotte di Castellana" or even go for a safari at the Fasano Zoo.

Beaches (golf and horse riding): The nearest beach is Castellaneta Marina, at about 15-20 minutes' drive on the Ionean coast. A beautiful Mediterranean beach, preserving its natural dune system, and where you can find horse riding and golf amenities close by. On the East, the Adriatic coast is just 40 min away, filled with many other turquoise water beaches.

Property manager

Cristina Sansonetti

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3767 sq ft (350 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 EUR 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

Property is also known as

Holiday Comfortable Renovated Ancient Villa House
Holiday Comfortable Renovated Ancient Villa mottola
Holiday Comfortable Renovated Ancient Villa
Comfortable Renovated Ancient
Holiday in a Comfortable and Renovated Ancient Villa mottola

About the area

Mottola

Located in Mottola, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Trulli of Alberobello and Ponte di Porta Napoli are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Carnival of Putignano and Damati. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoosafari and Kartodromo 90. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Chiatona Beach - 16 min drive
  • Trullo Sovrano - 28 min drive
  • Trulli of Alberobello - 29 min drive
  • Castellana Caves - 29 min drive
  • Zoosafari - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Massafra Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizzeria Ristorante K2 - 2 min drive
  • Blues Cafè - 3 min drive
  • Il Rifugio dei Vip - 3 min drive
  • Pizzeria Piazza XX settembre - 4 min drive
  • Caffetteria Piazza Grande di De Vincenzo Michele - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday in a comfortable and renovated ancient villa located?

This family-friendly Mottola holiday home is located by the sea, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Terra delle Gravine Regional Nature Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Chiatona Beach and Ionian Sea. Carnival of Putignano and Damati are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aoife O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Italian Experience
A really charming, family friendly home offering both indoor and outdoor comfort! The home was really well equipped to meet all our needs. The pool and shaded outdoor areas were the highlight for our family (the sunshine helped of course). Our family of 7 were very comfortable in this lovely home. The caretaker, Pepino was a gentleman and most helpful. We made day trips to Matera, Noci, Alberobello and our location was perfect for this. We would recommend highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
House with the history
We spent one of the best holidays in our lives in this house. A house with history and a unique atmosphere, a large swimming pool and an even larger garden. Close to the surrounding towns (Taranto, Martina Franca, Alberobello). The lack of wine glasses, salt and pepper and dishwasher tablets could be a bit of a problem. The water in the pool is clean, but probably contains too many chemicals (goggles are recommended). You can hear the traffic, but it does not disturb your rest.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Olwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely spot to rest with plenty of room.
This is a large restful property in a lovely peaceful setting with a great pool, deep enough for diving at one end. It is close to Mottola which has supermarkets, as tourist information office and some excellent eateries. ( Try the Pizzaria in the town centre. It's excellent).We had a very restful family time at this traditional villa. Peppino, the caretaker was an absolute star, and always very helpful and clear, despite having to communicate with us via a translator app. The many rooms are well prepared by Dominica, the housekeeper, and we really enjoyed her home made cheeses too. The bedrooms have comfortable beds and bedding, and the villa's kitchen is well equipped. Both she and Peppino were there to greet us and very welcoming. The only drawbacks were that the place is somewhat tired , and would benefit from attention to the quirky electrics. Also the water is lovely and hot in the showers, but in some the water pressure is pretty weak. When you first arrive it's a little difficult to find the back entrance, which you have to drive into to reach the property. Tip: It's very soon after the first 'road hump' sign on the road from Mottola to Noci, just after the white gates of another property. By the way, currently the cot is not available (Sept 2022), so take a travel cot if you have an infant. The nearby beaches are fantastic, the little 'white' trulli towns most picturesque, and the pine forests great for a shady stroll. The Grottes at Castelaneta are well worth a visit too. We very much enjoyed our week at La Torre.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
A great location to explore the region. Wonderful winery tour, beach visits, and seeing Matera and Ostuni. We got a taxi from Bari to mottola and used La dolce vita Noleggio Auto for our car hire. They were so helpful, even showed us the way to La Torre, and recommended local restaurants and a gelateria, both worth the visit. La Torre could do with a little TLC. The house, gardens and pool are all brilliant, but the beds are not the most comfortable and the fans in the upstairs bedrooms are very clunky and noisy. I did, however, live the rustic feel to the place, and Pepino deserves a mention for his efforts in getting us into the property and sorting out a problem that arose with the wifi
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing pool
A family holiday for 10 in a fantastic villa. Very spacious with great facilities and furnishings. Absolutely amazing pool which we spent loads of time in.Table tennis table was also well used. Very attentive and helpful owner who responded almost instantly to our messages. Mottola itself is a beautiful unspoilt small hillside town with a weekly market. Overall a memorable holiday in a fabulous location

10/10 Excellent

Marnie and Michael G., Rapid City, SD. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs.
Christina’s family villa was perfect for our family get-together in Puglia. The home is exceedingly spacious and the grounds are splendid. Cristina kept the beautiful pool open into November for us. The men in our group took some invigorating morning swims although November is a bit late for warm water temperatures in the pool. From “La Torre” we took day trips to explore Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, Taranto, Metaponto, and Matera. We also enjoyed several winery visits. We were pleasantly surprised with the quality of the regional wines we tasted. Although Cristina was not on hand to welcome us to her estate, she had her rental agent, Dominica and her caretaker, Peppino, on hand to greet us. If you do not speak Italian, be prepared to spend some time using translation apps to communicate during the check in
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Beautiful old character house with amazing pool
My family had a great time at this property. Near to the town and good access to main roads for sightseeing. Pool was big and spotless and the garden were lovely.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joanna Z.

Beautiful holiday home, amazing place to stay
We have had the most incredible two weeks in Puglia, staying at this fantastic property. Le Torre is a beautiful old property with so much space for the 8 of us. The rooms are well appointed and the pool and outdoor area are incredible. The pool is the largest we have ever had the fortune to use in a holiday home. The children loved exploring the gardens, relaxing on hammocks and play area. We were warmly welcomed upon our arrival and continued to be visited by Peppino ensuring our comfort and needs were met throughout our stay. Close to Mottola, it is a 30 minute walk into town or 10 minutes in a car. The house is also well located to explore this lovely region of Italy. I cannot recommend this property enough, we are sorry to leave and hope that in the future we can visit again. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Lance S.

Superb Area
Good pool. Cherry tree and alfresco areas. Interesting house with history. I am 6ft 1 and their are low beams and doorways. We had to buy wine glasses. Gives you a feeling of the Southern Italy life style. Some good restaurants in Matolla and around. Have the Antipasti
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Katherine P., Montreal

Comfortable and interesting
Our extended family (12 people, 3 generations) spent the month of July 2016 at La Torre and enjoyed it very much. The rooms are well furnished and all the utilities worked without trouble. The villa is located in a rural setting, but there are a number of interesting places and beaches within 40 minutes driving. The swimming pool is lovely, and Peppino the caretaker was very helpful. He came to our rescue when the kitchen sink blocked up. We would happily return to this villa for another holiday n the future.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2016