Tucked away, surrounded by 20 acres of olive groves and rambling fruit orchards, deep within the Valle d’Itria is Trullo Trazzonara. This magnificent trullo complex has been lovingly restored using ancient stone masonry techniques to showcase its original charm and character with luxury ameneties. Ideal for families and larger groups of friends, the property sleeps up to 15 people, as it consists of a tastefully furnished 6 cone trulli main house with four double bedrooms and two bathrooms, 2 attached lamie double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with showers and a separate villetta with living room/kitchenette, double bedroom and en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath tub, giving all members of the family or group their own space. Between the trulli and the villetta is a stone patio with shaded terrace, dining table, chairs and adjacent barbecue for cooking and enjoying meals al fresco. Within the extensive outside space is a large, 18 x 7 metre (60 ft x 23 ft), infinity edge private swimming pool with a 4 metre children’s dipping pool. Lovely shaded drystone walled travertine terraces and patios with padded stone seats, outdoor shower, sun loungers and umbrellas transform the garden and pool area into splendid open-air lounges, creating an enchanting place to relax. Fully explore the picturesque Puglia region by walking or cycling through its rural landscape dotted with whitewashed hill towns or head to the coast to enjoy sandy beaches. Popular towns to visit close to the house include Martina Franca, Ceglie Messapica, Ostuni and Locorontondo. These are all within a 30 minute drive, as are the beaches such as at Savelletri and Villanova. Trullo Trazzonara is located in a quiet country lane that leads up to Monte Trazzonara, so the area benefits from a gentle breeze year round, making it a pleasant place to unwind, even in the hottest summer months. A more detailed description the property as follows: THE MAIN TRULLO consisting of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and separated by archways are the sitting room, dining room and kitchen The DINING ROOM, which is flanked on either side by the kitchen and lounge and separated by archways, has a beautiful vaulted ceiling under which is the large dining table seating 14 At one end of the dining room is the lounge which has a stone fire place, and furnished with a flat screen smart TV, large comfortable sofa and armchair. There is also an air-con unit in this area At the other end of the dining area you will find the WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN which has more than enough cooking utensils, pots & pans and crockery for 14 people. It also has stone work-tops, a 5 ring gas hob, oven, sink, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, Nespresso coffee capsule machine and dishwasher. A door leads to the al fresco dining area. TRULLO BEDROOM 1 Situated under a large trullo cones this comfortable double bedroom with window overlooking the pool has a wardrobe with plenty of hanging space, bedside table with lamps and a small chest of drawers TRULLO BEDROOM 2 This room is furnished with a comfortable double bed and chest of drawers and shelving with bedside lamps. BARREL-VAULTED BEDROOM 3 This room is furnished with a comfortable double bed and wardrobe, wardrobe, bedside tables and lamps. TWIN BEDROOM 4 This room is furnished with 2 single beds, beside table and lamp nearby and a large wardrobe for storage HOUSE BATHROOM 1 With quality fittings including walk-in shower, basin, bidet and WC HOUSE BATHROOM 2 With quality fittings to including walk-in shower, basin, bidet and WC. VILLETTA SUITE (BEDROOM 5) which sleeps two is an independent unit just a few paces away from the main trullo and consists of a bedroom with en-suite facilities and small lounge with sofa bed for 1 (on request) with a kitchenette area. Kitchenette has a four ring gas hob, sink, fridge/freezer, bar table and bar stools. There is also an air-con unit. ROMANTIC BEDROOM Four poster bed, bedside tables and lamps, armchair and a wardrobe. ENSUITE BATHROOM With oversize bath with shower attachment above, basin and WC. It is possible to utilize the sofa-bed for 1 (on request). Attached to the trullo main building but entered via the outside near the pool are the lamie. LAMIA BEDROOM 6 This is a self contained unit which is entered from the outside. Once inside you will find a small kitchenette, with table for two and sofa-bed nearby leading to the bedroom which is furnished with a double bed bedside tables and lamps and a wardrobe. There is also an air-con unit. It is possible to utilize the sofa-bed for 1 person (on request) The ENSUITE BATHROOM has a shower, toilet and sink LAMIA BEDROOM 7 This is a self contained unit which is entered from the outside. Once inside you will find a small kitchenette, with table for two and sofa-bed nearby leading to the bedroom which is furnished with a double bed bedside tables and lamps and a wardrobe. There is also an air-con unit. It is possible to utilize the sofa-bed for 1 person (on request) The ENSUITE BATHROOM has a shower, toilet and sink within lamia bedroom 7 a door leads to: SNUG BEDROOM 8 Situated under a trullo cone this small room has a comfortable single bed under a stone arch, reading lamp and arm chair. FURTHER INFORMATION The property is fitted with an alarm, mosquito nets on all windows, fire extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors. Wifi is available both inside and nearby outside the property. BABIES We offer free of charge 2 high chairs and 3 travel cots. Please note that as babies often have sensitive skins we do not provide linen. On our photos we have a floor plan and you can see which rooms can take a travel cot. OUTDOORS Due to the fabulous weather in Puglia much of the time is spent outdoors and here at Trullo Trazzonara you will find everything you need to make your stay trully memorable. In addition to the huge 18m x 7m infinity pool with an adjoining shallow pool for children, there is no shortage of of places where you can relax soaking up the sun or if its too hot doze or read a book in the comfort of a shaded area: there are luxury sun loungers, a large covered gazebo with stone dining table for those al fresco meals, shaded seating areas with occasional tables and full size table tennis table. Near the pool you will also find an outdoor sofa, armchairs, deckchairs and umbrellas for shade. There is a large gas BBQ for you to enjoy cooking delicious food outside. GOING THE EXTRA MILE The property manager will meet you on arrival and will take good care of you during your stay. Maybe you need some shopping on arrival, a private cook, to book a restaurant, a taxi or just some local advice on the best place to eat pizza!!!! Nothing is too much trouble. LOCAL INFO Distances from Trullo Trazzonara to: Martina Franca 11.8km (7.3 miles) Ceglie Messapica 11.7km (7.2 miles) Ostuni 24.4km (15.1 miles) Alberobello 26.7km (16.5m miles) Savelletri beaches 37km (22.9 miles) Brindisi Airport 61.2km (38m miles) Bari Airport 93.6km (58.1 miles) Lecce 86.8km (53.9 miles) Matera 84.5km (52.5 miles) The beautiful town of Martina Franca is full of baroque architecture, is host to an annual Opera and music festival and has a huge market every Wednesday. Ceglie Messapica is known as a gastonomic centre, where you can find an abundance of restaurants from pizzerias to fine dining and often in the summer host to live music in the main piazza. Ostuni is known as the White City and a visit to the old town and dinner at Osteria Il Tempo Perso a must. Let us book you a table! Alberobello famous for their trulli and cobbled streets is a delight for all. Savelletri beaches - no visit to Puglia would be complete without visiting some of the fantastic coastline. Public beaches, private lidos, dinner at the waters edge, quaint fishing villages and seaside towns to explore. Ask us more and we will point you to the best places for your group. Bari and Brindisi airports are an easy drive to the property. Lecce known locally at the Florence of the South is stunning both during the day and night with its baroque architecture. It's jewel is found in Sant'Oronzo Square, the recently restored facia of Santa Croce church. Matera not actually in the region of Puglia but Basilicata is in within easy drive of the Trullo. The UNESCO site of the Sassi di Matera is fascinating with the added benefit of currently having a Dali exhibition to visit.