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Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool

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A poolside area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, a pool, and a view of the city.
A large, weathered ceramic vase with two handles, placed on a stone platform against a white wall, surrounded by greenery.
A neatly made bed with folded towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with heart-shaped decorations.
A white building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a gated entrance.
An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, a table set with wine glasses, bottles, and a coffee pot.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cisternino, Puglia
  • Place, Church of San Nicola Patara
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bishop's Palace
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Norman Swabian Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool

Beautiful villa...Villa Marietta is a magnificent restored detached country house set in wonderful rustic grounds with a fantastic private swimming pool with panoramic views of the historic town of Cisternino. The town of Cisternino is under a 5 minute drive away and Ostuni, Martina Franca, Locorotondo and Alberobello only 15 to 30 minutes away. The whole region is widely considered to be the most beautiful and unspoilt in Puglia. You are only 15-20 minutes by car from excellent sandy beaches. The upper floor of the villa is available for rental, There are 3 large double bedrooms 1 with ensuite shower room all with comfortable mattresses and a family bathroom. Bright modern open plan Kitchen diner and lounge with the kitchen being equipped with all amenities including dishwasher, fridge freezer split level oven and hob. The outside boasts a fantastic modern sfioro swimming pool built to the highest standards, there is a fully equipped shower room, pool house with fridge/freezer and cooking facilities, there is also a stone built BBQ. The large terrazza offers dining facilities in the form of a large 10 seater cube rattan furniture. Why not do some sun bathing and relax on one of the modern sun beds that enjoys unobstructed sunshine from sunrise till dusk.
Private appartment on lower floor, consisting of 2 double bedrooms and kitchen/diner is occasionally used by owner but if more bedrooms are required please contact owner.
We are flexible with arrival and departure dates so that you can take advantage of cheaper mid week Ryanair flights.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

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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 BR07400591000014311
Property # 1881277
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
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

About the area

Cisternino

Located in Cisternino, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Museo del Clima Cisternino and Centro Storico di Martina Franca are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory and Centro Culturale la Luna nel Pozzo. Damati and Acquapark Egnazia are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Cisternino, Puglia

What's nearby

  • Belvedere di Cisternino - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Church of San Nicola Patara - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Norman Swabian Tower - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Palazzo Lagravinese - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Fasano Cisternino Station - 18 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fico Caffè - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mavù - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Piatti Chiari - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Micro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Il Grangusto - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Villa Marietta - Idyllic Country Villa With Large Private Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Itria Valley, Belvedere di Cisternino and Norman Swabian Tower. Porta Piccola (Piccola Gate) and Church of San Nicola Patara are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sante is great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property very clean had everything you nned was there communication to owner exerlent. Pool great all of family loved it.Only 5 minute drive to town.Would definitely stay again.Very homely
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional Villa and outside space

I must admit I was a little apprehensive booking our stay as we have always had short city breaks in Italy and this was the first time we decided to book a villa for two weeks. My fears were completely unfounded as we had a fantastic time, the outside space is exactly what we wanted and more. With a dining area, poolside kitchen and barbeque the owners have obviously given a lot of thought to this area and no expense has been spared. This takes nothing away from the Villa, we found it extremely comfortable. With three double bedrooms, all of them spacious (you can get three singles in one of them) this was perfect for our family holiday. If you wanted to have some respite from the hot weather, with three settees in the kitchen/lounge area there is enough room to accommodate everyone. Even with all this, the room felt extremely airy and cool. The villa is ideally situated with easy access to the main town of Cisternino, and with beaches at Torre Canne a short drive away and the delightful towns of Ostuni and Locototundo nearby they are a must to visit. My personal favourite was a little restaurant in Locototundo which had at least ten yearly Michelin recommendation stickers on the door. You might have to wait a little time for the fresh pasta to be made but it is worth the wait. Unfortunately I cannot remember the name (the red wine was good too)!! but it is in the pedestrian part of the town, so just look for the stickers! There are some decent restaurants in Cisternino too, look out for the ones where you can choose your meat and they cook it for you. You buy the meat by the kilo and is extremely good value for money. Communication with the owner was extremely good before and during our stay and nothing was too much trouble. We were fortunate the owners relative lives close by and he made sure everything was at it should be and offered advice on local restaurants and places to visit. Ask him about the local wine too! I cannot recommend this Villa highly enough and my only regret is the bar has been set so high anywhere else will disappoint.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement très fonctionnel et super propre ce qui est vraiment très appréciable. La déco générale n'est pas hyper moderne mais je pense que le propriétaire rénove au fur et à mesure car l'une des salles de bain est neuve. Wifi disponible sur demande du mot de passe à Vito. La maison est bien située pour visiter les villes aux alentours. La piscine non chauffée (hormis par le soleil !) est très grande, à débordement et se remplit automatiquement tous les soirs lorsqu'il manque de l'eau. Vito est très réactif, et Sante aussi (même par message), il a été très attentif à nos besoins. Nous avons passé une excellente semaine à la villa Marietta.
Voisinage et portail de la villa
Tri des déchets à faire et poubelles à déposer dans la camionette
Très grand extérieur, avec salle d'eau douche et WC au rez-de-chaussée en dessous du balcon
Très grande piscine, barbecue, four à pizza, et cuisine d'été
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Location bellissima, villa con tutti i comfort e ampi spazi comuni esterni per godersi al meglio le giornate d’estate. Camere pulite e ben curate.Torneremo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jolie maison avec grande piscine et four à pizza !!!

La maison de Sante est très agréable et situé au fond d’un impasse très calme à 5 min de Cisternino. Toutes les chambres sont climatisées et ce fut très appréciable car en août les températures sont très chaudes dans les Pouilles. A l’extérieur Il y a une grande piscine très propre avec de nombreux bains de soleil, une cuisine d’extérieure ainsi qu’un barbecue en pierre et un four à pizza à bois. Nous avons passé de supers soirées à préparer nous-mêmes nos pizzas. Une belle occasion de se prendre pour un véritable pizzaiollo ! Santé a été très réactif pour répondre à toutes nos demandes durant notre séjour. Je recommande vivement sa maison, nous reviendrons prochainement. En plus elle est idéalement située à proximité de Alberobello, Locorontodo, Monopoli et Polignano a mare.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2022
Norman was the perfect guest and is always welcome tp stay at Villa Marietta.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

An immaculate villa with fist rate pool facilities. All rooms comfortable and well appointed.

Villa Marietta is very well positioned to explore the central area of Puglia with its beatiful hill top towns and easily accessible beaches. The pool area was a real bonus for our children and the roofed dining space privided welcome shade on hotter days.The villa was very well equipped with both indoor and poolside cooking facilities. All of the rooms were very spacious, comfortable and well appointed.The propery offers much more space than we expected and during summer months really does ensure you make the most of the opportunities to eat outdoors and enjoy the views of Cisternino and the surrounding olive groves. The owners, Sante and Dawn provided useful information regarding the area and were easy to communicate with regarding booking and payments. We booked Villa Marietta for a special holiday to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and it did not disappoint!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for our family holiday, thank you.

Villa Marietta was just perfect for our family holiday this year. We have stayed in many villas across Europe over the years and I think this one topped them - it was so well equipped, excellent supply of linen and towels, super comfortable beds and Santa and Vito were so quick to respond if we had any questions and were really helpful - thank you so much. We had such a great holiday, Italy is a beautiful country and we are seriously considering moving there in the future - I can certainly see me and my family there. It is such a lovely area as well, and we managed to visit lots of stunning places. We do intend on coming back to Cisternino again and that area as there was so much we didn't see and do. The weather was surprisingly good for October - I had prepared for it not being too hot in the day so was pleasantly surprised when we had lots of lovely sunny days - the kids were in the pool everyday, which was crazy cause the water was cold due to the time of year - I did manage a few dips myself so it wasn't that bad! It did get a little chilly in the evenings which I hadn't prepped for, so wish I had taken a few more jumpers but all was good when in the Villa, as the heaters provided gave out a sufficient supply of heat. Thanks for letting us rent your beautiful villa, I would certainly recommend it.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean, comfortable, spacious and relaxing.

Really nice holiday retreat. Lovely views over the town in the distance. Pool area superb.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

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Hosted by Sante Giancola

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English, Italian

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