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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6861 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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carovigno, Puglia
  • Torre Guaceto
  • Specchiolla Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Spiaggia di Pantanagianni Grande
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto

Villa Siena is a country house set in 2,900 square meters of land (about 3/4 acres), including a Mediterranean garden, olive grove, and fruit trees. It features its own private 8 x 5.5 m, 1.40 m high swimming pool (open from May to the end of September) and a panoramic terrace with sweeping views of the Adriatic Sea. It is 3 km from Specchiolla beach and about 4 km from the Torre Guaceto nature reserve. It is located in open countryside, but not isolated, just 5 km from the charming town of Carovigno and 12 km from Ostuni. It features a comfortable living and dining room with air conditioning, and three covered verandas overlooking the garden and pool.
The villa has been recently renovated, with new furnishings (sofas, dining table, display cabinet, refrigerator, beds and bedside tables, mattresses and pillows, pool loungers, sofa and terrace armchair, plates, cups, glasses, tablecloths, beach towels, and bed linens). Villa Siena has three bedrooms (3m x 3m), all equipped with air conditioning: one with a double bed, one with a queen-size bed, with a private bathroom with shower, and a bedroom with two single beds. All windows have shutters, mosquito nets, and an alarm system.
Outside, there are two large covered verandas, a private swimming pool, a small trullo, a wood-fired oven for pizza and bread, and a new barbecue. Olive trees, pears, almonds, pomegranates, grapes, figs, prickly pears, and many ornamental plants grow in the garden, in addition to trees, flowers, and shrubs. Guests can pick grapes, figs, and almonds in season for their daily use. Aside from obvious attractions such as the pool and the magnificent beaches of Torre Guaceto, a nature reserve, offers magnificent cities to visit nearby: Lecce and its Baroque architecture, Alberobello and its characteristic trulli, Martina Franca, Locorotondo, Polignano a Mare, and more. Puglia's cuisine is also worth discovering, with its traditional, affordable restaurants. Perfect for outdoor living in the summer, with large covered verandas surrounding the villa, where seating is provided for al fresco dining or simply relaxing.
Relax by the pool in the summer, or sit on the rooftop terrace with a cool drink in the evening, gazing at the blue sea and magnificent sunsets, any time of year. The owners believe this would be a suitable stay for families; please note that the pool area is unsupervised, and parts of the garden are rocky. There is a wall around the rooftop terrace, but children, especially younger ones, need careful supervision.
All accommodations are on one level, but there is a small step up to the terrace surrounding the house. Approximately 4.5 in. (12 cm). The roof terrace is inaccessible to anyone with mobility issues, but the lower verandas have only a small step.
FREE WI-FI AVAILABLE
THE POOL IS OPEN FROM MAY TO THE END OF SEPTEMBER
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
On very hot days, excessive electricity use may occur throughout the area due to the extensive use of air conditioning. This can cause brief power outages. This has happened three times in 2020: once in July and twice in August. The outages lasted a maximum of two hours. We understand this is an inconvenience, but there's nothing we can do about it. This is a widespread problem throughout the area.
The entire area is NOT served by a mains water supply. The water is drawn from a 60-meter-deep artesian well. It's pure water but not drinkable; it's suitable for drinking, but ONLY AFTER BOILING.

Property manager

Liliana
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Languages

English, French, Italian

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Amenities

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Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 9:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number IT074002C200054991, BR07400291000018199

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

About the area

Carovigno

Located in Carovigno, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Alceste Castle and Quarry Amphitheatre San Giovanni are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Castle Dentice di Frasso and Castle Dentice di Frasso. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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carovigno, Puglia

What's nearby

  • Specchiolla Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Spiaggia di Pantanagianni Grande - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Spiaggia di Penna Grossa - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Spiaggia Mezzaluna - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Riserva Natural Torre Guacceto - 11 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Carovigno Station - 12 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Piccola Torre - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anglani Bistrot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pastificio Al Mattarello- PASTA LIGORIO - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Croissant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Major - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Puglia-Ostuni-country life, private pool, sea view, 4 km Torre Guaceto located?

Situated by the ocean, this villa is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Maria Santissima di Belvedere Sanctuary and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Specchiolla Beach. Libo Sabbia D'Oro and Al Gawsit Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wilfridus S.

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

nice place to stay

the house super fine. owner and contactperson super! Guisuppina is great help and always replying on questions even on touristic topics. House is full operational and provids all you want and are used to as at home. There is coffee tea salt pepper etc etc.great pool and good working airco’s. We can recomment it. Negatieve is that you must drive 8-10 minutes to a place to have a drink or to eat.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Stunning landscape & pool!

We enjoyed our stay at Liliana’s lovely house. The property is very large and lush with beautiful plantings and trees. And what is not to like about the beautiful pool! The beds were comfortable and we appreciated how well the kitchen was stocked for the meals we prepared. The location was very convenient to see the sights. Highly recommend a stay and hope to return.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

PND B.

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

Very nice house with everything you need!

The house is nice and and situated in a beautiful garden with a good swimming pool! The house is equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Elaine G.

Villa Siena

We enjoyed our stay very much. Good communications with Lilliana and Guiseppina. Guiseppina was very helpful. Tricky having no postcode to find the property especially when we arrived in the dark! We were sent the Google map link but took a while to get a WiFi signal. Nevertheless we especially loved the pool, bathrooms rather small, and lost hot water on a couple of occasions, also we did not find the mattresses very comfortable. Overall though very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

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Everything was great!

From booking via vrbo to the check out, everything was a smooth process. Liliana was very helpful with all my questions leading up to the stay. The accommodation was easy to find (via google maps) and the pictures of the villa and descriptions were exactly how it was when arriving at the villa. Instructions were very clear and Giuseppina (house keeper) was welcoming and helpful. Communication from both Liliana and Giuseppina was fast. Location was great with only 20 mins drive to Ostuni and a 10min drive to the nearest Supermarket (Familia San Vito). We do recommend a car for ease of travel. One part which was a bit confusing was setting the house alarm, but just need to be patient. Highly recommend this villa. You will not be disappointed! Thank you Liliana and Giuseppina!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mixed standard of facilities

Grounds and pool are lovely Lack of shade at the poolside (only one small parasol) and on the terrace (no shade in the morning). Air con does not work well, particularly in bedroom area, we were very hot at night. Outside space lighting isn’t good eg bbq in darkness, had to use my phone to light but seating area extremely bright/ too bright- so we sat at the table rather than using this space. Seating area is in direct sunlight in the morning so not well positioned or needs an awning to give shade.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing stay

The Villa is well appointed and was clean and tidy on arrival. The local property manager was really helpful on check in and provided plenty of suggestions and help through the week. The space indoors and out is lovely; we especially enjoyed the terraces in the evening (both ground floor and the roof terrace), the outdoor bbq facilities, and the pool. Due to plenty of plants/trees on the large property plot, the Villa really feels secluded and very tranquil. A car is required, but it’s only a short drive to plenty of local amenities and attractions. The old centres of the two local villages are very lovely, and ostuni, about 15mins away, is a must see. The Villa is also only a short drive (5-10mins) from some laid back beach bars and a waterside nature reserve with plenty of beach options. The Villa is conveniently located for airports and the north of Puglia, whilst also allowing access via a reasonable drive to the the southern part of Puglia and the beaches of salento. Lecce was a forty minute drive, and 45 minutes got us to the wonderful beaches on the coast. Would happily stay again at Villa Siena (and probably will in the next couple of years!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben zwei Wochen in diesem wunderschönen Haus verbracht und uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Das Grundstück ist sehr groß, komplett eingezäunt und sehr gepflegt. Es gibt neben dem wunderschönen Pool einen Grill und einen Pizzaofen, außerdem eine Bohoschaukel zum Seele baumeln lassen. Das Haus hat eine überdachte Terrasse und eine Dachterrasse mit Blick aufs Meer und ist wirklich mit allem ausgestattet, was das (Urlauber-) Herz begehrt.Liliana ist eine Vollblutgastgeberin und möchte, dass sich ihre Gäste wohlfühlen. Das spürt man im ganzen Haus. Sie hat uns schon im Vorfeld viele Informationen zum Haus, der Umgebung, zu Märkten etc. zukommen lassen, was für uns sehr hilfreich war und wir schon von zu Hause aus ein paar Dinge planen konnten. Als wir angekommen sind, war schon Wasser, Milch und frisches Obst im Kühlschrank. Auch Giuseppina möchten wir erwähnen, die uns das Haus übergeben und uns alles erklärt hat, uns auch während des Urlaubs bei Fragen zur Verfügung stand, uns Tipps für Restaurants und Strände gegeben hat usw. Auch sie ist super lieb und hilfsbereit!! Das Haus ist sehr sauber, worauf wir persönlich sehr großen Wert legen. Die Bäder sind wie in den vorherigen Bewertungen schon erwähnt etwas kleiner, aber in unseren Augen völlig ausreichend. Jeweils mit Waschbecken und WC sowie Dusche bzw. Badewanne ausgestattet. Von der Terrasse hat man einen schönen Blick aufs Grüne und den Pool - Urlaubsfeeling pur.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jens S.

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Schönes Ferienhaus

Schönes Ferienhaus mit tollem Pool. Ruhig gelegen
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bas v.

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

October 2024

Very nice house, with big clean pool. Super seaview from the rooftop terrace. Short drive to great towns such as Lecce and Ostuni. Also 5 mins from the sea.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RoseMarie M.

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Super

Wij hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad in Villa Siena. Lekker huis en een fantastische tuin met een ruime buiten ruimte. Heerlijk zwembad In één woord fantastisch Communicatie, gastvrijheid alles was top! Bedankt wij hebben heerlijke uitjes gemaakt, villa Siena ligt zeer centraal
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacques d.

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Merci

Très belle maison et conforme au descriptif. Très bonne accueil de Giuseppina qui vous accueille. La propriétaire Liliana est charmante et très disponible. Elles sont été aux petits soins pour nous. Elles vous donneront de très bonnes adresses. La maison est très agréable avec une piscine idéale. La terrasse avec vue sur mer est parfaite pour admirer le coucher de soleil. La maison est bien située pour découvrir cette belle région. Encore merci pour votre accueil et votre disponibilité
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micha A.

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Super Urlaub

HAUS SUPER, WETTER SUPER, FREUNDLICHE VERMIETER, SCHÖNER URLAUB
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malu C.

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

Entspannter Urlaub

Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit in der Villa Siena. Guiseppina hat uns sehr nett begrüßt und mit Tipps versorgt, sie war ebenso wie die Vermieterin, die uns vorab über alles Wichtige informierte, über WhatsApp erreichbar. Das Haus ist sehr sauber und mit allem, was man braucht, ausgestattet, wir haben den Pool sehr genossen, ebenso den Blick rundherum in den Garten. Die Lage ist prima für Ausflüge in die interessanten Städte in der Umgebung wie zB Matera, Lecce oder um abends in Ostuni mit einem Glas Wein und tollem Ausblick an der Stadtmauer im Avenida 40 Café zu sitzen. Wir können die Villa Siena absolut weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRINE C.

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

Superbe séjour !

Une villa très bien équipée, très propre et dotée d'un toit terrasse avec vue sur la mer à 180 degrés. Un jardin méditerranéen magnifique, une belle piscine et un accueil chaleureux et plein d'attention de Giuseppina et Liliana. Merci mesdames pour ce séjour parfait qui nous a tous enchanté.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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Wunderschöner Ort mit super Betreuung

Wir waren Anfang Oktober 2023 für eine Woche in diesem wunderschönen und gepflegten Anwesen. Es ist sehr gross und idyllisch gelegen, inmitten von Oliven-, Feigen-, Apfelbäumen usw. Giuseppina hat uns perfekt vor Ort betreut. Sie war ausserordentlich hilfsbereit und hat uns wertvolle Tipps rund um die schöne Gegend gegeben. Sie war stets per Whatsapp erreichbar und hat jeweils umgehend geantwortet falls wir eine Frage oder Anliegen hatten. Fazit: Wir hatten eine wundervolle Ferienwoche mit reichlich Sonnenschein! Herzlichen Dank an Liliana und Giuseppina
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Entspannung pur

Wir haben schon viele Häuser gemietet und dieses hier ist ganz oben auf der Bestenliste mit dabei. Wir waren zu sechst dort und hatten eine wunderbare Zeit. Das Haus ist praktisch, geschmackvoll und mit allem notwendigen ausgestattet. Der Garten ist toll, es gibt verschiedene Plätze um zu verweilen und seine Ruhe zu haben. Selber Pizza im Holzofen backen war ein Erlebnis. Giuseppina, die Verwalterin war immer für uns da. Grazie!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alain R., Caen, Normandie, France

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excellent séjour dans Les Pouilles

Accueil très sympathique de Giuseppina avec un panier rempli de bonnes choses. La maison est attachante, on s'y sent comme chez soi. Le jardin est magnifique, la piscine très appréciable. J'ai beaucoup aimé passer un moment le soir sur la terrasse de toit : le calme et la vue sur la mer sont vraiment apaisants. Merci à Liliana pour sa gentillesse et son goût pour la déco du jardin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Très belle villa avec piscine

Très bon accueil de nos hôtes. La villa est très bien située avec une superbe piscine et un jardin magnifique qui l'isole totalement du voisinage. Plages et lieux d'intérêts tous facilement accessibles
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Erholung

Ruhe und Genuss
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaby F.

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Sehr schönes Haus mit netten Vermietern

Begrüßt wurden wie mit Obst, Gemüse und Prosecco, die Ferien konnten problemlos beginnen. Super Kommunikation mit Giuseppina und gute Hinweise, was man in der Gegend machen kann. Karibische Strände und wunderbares Ostuni.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk P.

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

Die Villa Siena lädt zum Entspannen ein

Wir haben eine schöne Woche in der Villa Siena verbracht. Ein- und Auschecken waren unkompliziert. Wir haben gute Tipps von Guiseppina erhalten, die uns sehr nett betreut hat. Je nach Jahreszeit findet sich Obst im Garten, Äpfel, Birnen, Feigen und Mandeln. Der große Pool ist von Lavendelbüschen umgeben. Tipp: Der Pizzaofen muss lange vorgeheizt werden, damit der Boden schön heiß wird, dann klappt es auch mit dem Pizzaselbstbacken. Die Dachterrasse ist ein Traum, Weitsicht bis zum Wasser. Daher sind wir lieber am Haus/Pool geblieben, als zu den vollen Stränden zu fahren. Ein Auto ist ein Muss, um Einkaufen zu fahren und in die interessanten Orte der Umgebung zu gelangen: Ostuni, Alberobello, Marina Franca, Cisternino, Lecce und auch Bari sowie Polignano a Mare waren eine willkommene Abwechslung. Das schöne Haus ist für einen Aufenthalt in der Region sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

CARISETTI I.

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Séjour en famille très agréable à la villa Siena

La maison est vraiment très agréable, au calme, permet d aller rapidement à la mer en voiture et visiter les villages aux alentours Notre hôte Liliana était de très bon conseil, très bon contact Le panier de bienvenue nous a fait très plaisir à notre arrivée Giuseppina qui nous a donné les clés était très gentille et toujours à l écoute Le jardin est vraiment superbe avec la piscine les fleurs, les arbres fruitiers, la terrasse très agréable et très grande
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Aline V.

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

Belle propriété avec confort

La maison et le jardin sont très accueillants et conformes aux descriptifs. Merci à l’accueil de Guiseppina et aux renseignements de Liliana. La maison est bien située pour visiter les différents sites touristiques des Pouilles. Il faudrait juste prévoir plus de mobilier extérieur pour les différentes terrasses… D’autres matériaux que le plastique amèneraient plus de charme à la villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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Una bella vacanza in Carovigno

Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Das Haus ist perfekt für schöne Stunden am / im Pool. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Die Kommunikation mit Liliana und vor allem Giuseppina hat bestens funktioniert. Wir haben würden wir wieder dort Urlaub machen.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Liliana

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Liliana Baronio and Gianfranco Rodella are the new owners of Villa Siena.
Residents in Lombardy have always loved this land. Guests will be welcomed by a trusted person who will take care of everything to make their stay enjoyable.

Why they chose this property

we rent villa Siena for short periods, it is a country house, surrounded by unspoiled nature and it must be lived and enjoyed for a long time. The maintenance costs are many and to make it beautiful, comfortable and welcoming we need to rent it for short periods to people who appreciate the beauty and know how to respect.

What makes this property unique

We loved this house immediately. It is a simple but well-kept house, located in a quiet, slightly hilly area with small plots of red soil bordered by dry stone walls, many centuries-old olive trees everywhere and, in the background, the sea. I think it's the ideal place for a relaxing holiday. Quiet but possibility of interesting excursions, countryside but a magnificent sea just a few steps away, silence but with many restaurants nearby where you can enjoy excellent dishes at fair prices.
City of art and history a few miles. Lecce, Martina Franca, Ostuni, Alberobello Cisternino etc. These are just a few examples of what you can visit

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English, French, Italian

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