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Albicocca Masseria Giulio

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A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone wall and trees.
A garden with various plants and flowers, including yellow and white blooms, and trees.
A row of white buildings with conical roofs and ivy growing on the walls.
A wooden table with a bottle of wine, glasses, a menu, and a book in a sunny outdoor setting with a white building and trees in the background.
A neatly made bed with a floral quilt, a stack of folded towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
2 bedroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Masseria Don Giulio Francavilla Fontana, Puglia
  • Place, Sanctuary of S.S. Maria di Cotrino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Underground Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Single Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Albicocca Masseria Giulio

Charming two bedroom apartment perfect for a young family or for a couple. The apartment has been converted from the original pig sty and wood store buildings.
The living area includes a designer sofa and provides a relaxing space in which to unwind in the evenings. The bright master bedroom features a large window with views out over the courtyard garden towards the fruit orchard. The single bedroom has plenty of space for either a cot or could be used as a dressing room if rented by a couple.
There is air conditioning in both bedrooms (providing either cold or warm air depending on the weather).

Masseria Giulio is listed as a regionally important building dating from the early seventeenth century. It started life as a chapel serving the local farm workers before being used as a convent and then a monastery. During the eighteenth century it was converted into a masseria (walled farmhouse). It remained a working farm producing olives, olive oil, vegetables and fresh milk, cheese and meat from the animals (cows, sheep, goats and pigs) homed in the stable block until the late 1980s when it fell into disrepair. We have completed a full restoration of the property using local artisan builders and craftsmen and have converted the old stables and farm buildings into holiday apartments.
We have five self-contained apartments (1 one bedroom and 4 two bedrooms) which have their own well equipped kitchen, inside dining and living areas and outside patio areas. The apartments have been designed to provide stylish, high quality accommodation with designer furnishings to allow you to relax, unwind and enjoy this fabulous corner of Italy. Links to each of the individual apartments are provided from this page.
The farmhouse garden (approx. 600 square metres) is surrounded by a high dry stone wall and has been fully landscaped with an array of beautiful plants including roses, birds of paradise, cannas, bouganvillia and cacti. We have an orchard containing apricot, lemon, orange, nectarine, pomegranate, plum, cherry, kiwi, mulberry, pear, apple, fig and cedra trees. We also grow a wide variety of our own organic vegetables. Guests are welcome to use our produce during their stay.
Adjoining the masseria and garden we also have a small olive grove featuring around 35 olive trees from which we make our own olive oil.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number BR07400891000013639, IT074008B400048955
Property # 10842696
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

About the area

Francavilla Fontana

Located in Francavilla Fontana, this apartment is in a rural area. Alceste Castle and Museo della Civiltà del Vino Primitivo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Underground Museum and Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum. Sanctuary of San Cosimo alla Macchia and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Grace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Masseria Don Giulio Francavilla Fontana, Puglia

What's nearby

  • Sanctuary of S.S. Maria di Cotrino - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Underground Museum - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Castello Imperiali - 17 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Basilica Minore Pontificia Santissimo Rosario - 17 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Latiano Station - 11 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Villa Reale - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Caffé Decò - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ip - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Quaranta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪era ora - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Albicocca Masseria Giulio have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Albicocca Masseria Giulio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Albicocca Masseria Giulio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Albicocca Masseria Giulio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Albicocca Masseria Giulio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Albicocca Masseria Giulio located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Underground Museum, Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum and Sanctuary of S.S. Maria di Cotrino. Oria Cathedral and Gate of the Jews are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ian and Lucy

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We moved to Puglia early in 2015 having spent many happy holidays in Italy over the years. We have always loved coming to Italy and enjoying the fantastic climate, delicious food and wine and culture. However, when we first visited Puglia in 2010 we knew that this was the region for us. Three years later we bought a ruin in the countryside and spent the next 2 years restoring it to its former glory. We now live here full-time - the kids attend the local school and are learning Italian (and some of the local dialect) - and love it. The locals are incredibly friendly and can rarely do enough to help. We hope that we will be able to give you a real glimpse into the heart of this fantastic region.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Masseria Giulio the first time we saw it - even though it had no doors, windows, floors and in some places no roof. It had been left empty for over 25 years and had suffered badly. However, we could see the potential immediately and have enjoyed seeing its restoration using local materials, techniques and artisan craftsmen and builders. It gives us an incredible sense of satisfaction and pride when someone comes round, recounts how their grandmother was born here (she had 12 children so there are a lot of grandchildren still in the area!!!), how they spent many happy times here and then compliments us on the work that we have done.

What makes this property unique

The property is ideally located almost mid-way between the Ionian and Adriatic seas so there are a host of beautiful beaches nearby (including the beach that The Telegraph rated as the best in Italy). This means that we can chose which coast we visit based on the wind direction and whether we want to swim, body board, look for crabs in rock pools or just relax on a sandy beach. Similarly we are central to the main tourist sites with the Itria Valley lying to the north, Taranto and Matera to the west, Lecce and Gallipoli to the south and Brindisi to the east. This means that you can see far more of this region within an hour's drive than if you were staying in one of these areas. The masseria is in a beautifully tranquil location and provides a real escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. All you can see in any direction are olive groves stretching to a horizon dotted with beautiful medieval towns. We are also close to some of Puglia's best wine areas and vineyards and so are spoilt for choice when it comes to our favourite tipple! Our guest information pack includes details of all our favourite places, day trips, activities, restaurants, ice cream shops, vineyards and markets.

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