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Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.

 
 
 
Ostuni villa rental - View of villa from the pool
View of villa from the pool
 
Ostuni villa rental - View of villa from the pool

View of villa from the pool

Article published in 'A Place In The Sun' Oct 2011

Article published in 'A Place In The Sun' Oct 2011

Spring has arrived at Otto Sentieri (March 2013)

Spring has arrived at Otto Sentieri (March 2013)

Pool and garden (March 2013)

Pool and garden (March 2013)

Front view of the house with outside dining area

Front view of the house with outside dining area

Rear view of villa

Rear view of villa

Lounge

Lounge

Kitchen

Kitchen

Trullo bedroom

Trullo bedroom

King size bed

King size bed

Rear view of pool and villa

Rear view of pool and villa

First olive harvest November 2010

First olive harvest November 2010

Poolside

Poolside

Matera 2 hour drive from the villa

Matera 2 hour drive from the villa

Matera

Matera

Matera

Matera

Lecce 1 hour from the villa

Lecce 1 hour from the villa

Ostuni 15min drive from the villa

Ostuni 15min drive from the villa

La Chiesa Martina Franca 20min drive from villa

La Chiesa Martina Franca 20min drive from villa

Cisternino 10min drive from our villa

Cisternino 10min drive from our villa

Alberobello

Alberobello

Alberobello 45min drive from the villa

Alberobello 45min drive from the villa

Weekly (GBP) £750 - £1,095
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of this 2 bedroom holiday villa in Ostuni - Otto Sentieri
Beautifully restored Trullo/Lamia with private pool, sleeps 4-6 comfortably

Beautiful air-conditioned villa with 10x5m, private swimming pool, 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4-6 comfortably.

Parco Otto Sentieri is situated in 3 acres of olive and almond groves in the tranquil hills of Ostuni, 25 minutes drive from the Adriatic Sea.

Italians have long made Puglia a favoured holiday destination and now with more flights from the U.K. it is rapidly becoming a hot destination for gourmet travellers.

We have a roof terrace with panoramic views of surrounding towns and villages.

We are open Spring, Summer and Autumn

Enjoy the beautiful, newly restored Trullo/Lamia and the extensive walled grounds.

with: barbecue,

large dining areas inside and out.

2 shower rooms

air conditioning

fireplace with wood burning stove

TV

fully equipped kitchen, appliances including:

dishwasher,

washing machine.

We have a new outdoor tiled patio area which surrounds the house approx 70sq mt with shade, BBQ and seating.

Owners website www.ottosentieri.com

Yoga Holidays: Are you a Yoga teacher?

We can cater for up to 12 guests using accommodation around the park. We have a 42sq.m wooden yoga platform.

So if you are looking for that perfect getaway, whether you are a yoga beginner or a yoga expert.

If you are a yoga teacher and bring 6 or more students with you, then your stay is free.

Please contact Liz for more information.

What is included on your retreat:

Full board. All meals are vegetarian. We can cater for allergies and special dietary requirements too, please inform us when you book.

Airport pickup & return

Tai chi on our recent yoga retreat

Pool towels, so you can travel light!

Full use of the facilities and pool

Morning Yoga and relaxation sessions

Day trips out to places of interest

What is not included:

Flights

Travel insurance

Lunch on day trips.

Recent guest reviews:

“Exceptional & very good value”

“Excellent value for money, you made us all feel so welcome”

“Host & hostess were excellent, freedom, relaxed atmosphere, peace, tranquility and lots of fun. Nothing too much trouble”

“Fantastic, amazing!”

“Fulfilled all of my expectations and more. Complimenti !!”

Language tuition: Learn Italian with our resident Italian teacher.

Improve your Italian in one week by:

visiting the local market in Ostuni and buying ingredients for your evening meal;

ordering your meal and wine at a local restaurant;

general conversation with local residents

The holiday includes daily tuition, twin or double bedded rooms at Otto Sentieri and additional accommodation at 2 minutes walk to Il Querciolo, a traditional 4 coned modernised trullo with swimming pool.

Full use of our swimming pool and gardens.

Visits to the beach. All meals other than two restaurant meals on excursions. Free transfers Brindisi Airport or Ostuni rail Station.

Price on application for the Italian Language Holiday. Please note - this type of holiday is only available at certain times of the year.

Property searches: If you are visiting the area with a view to buying property, we can personally recommend English speaking Property Consultants, whom we know to be reliable and conscientious and who will tailor a search to match your needs.

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About Liz Ford

Our plan to move abroad was first mooted during a family discussion while celebrating the advent of the new millennium. At first we considered staying close to home and researched properties in northern France. We soon travelled further south however, in search of that precious combination of space and sun. Once we started to look in Italy, our mind was made up. Italians are surely the happiest people on the planet and we were welcomed like family, everyone being eager to share tips and experiences as we started to find our feet. We now feel perfectly at home here among our small, supportive community of Italian friends and neighbours.

Liz Ford purchased this villa in 2005
Why Liz Ford chose Ostuni

Our villa is on a hilltop overlooking Ostuni and the the Valle D'Itria. The property had been lived in until the 1960s and was in need of major renovation. Fortunately, the nephew of the owners was now an architect and he shared our vision of an authentic renovation but using modern materials. The old trullo for example was used as a 'palmento' - a room where grapes were pressed and the juices stored for wine-making. All of this was lovingly preserved and is now a popular feature of the house. We were keen to preserve the old traditions too and now include almond and olive harvesting among our autumn routines. This local produce is on display in the villa and makes the ideal gift for friends. We may not be able to identify precisely the exact trees of origin, but we can certainly guarantee that everything is home produced.

What makes this villa unique

Being on a hilltop, we do not suffer the sometimes oppressive heat of the Summer months and instead enjoy a unique micro-climate where warm Spring and Autumn weather combines with the hot Summer to give a long season for holiday visitors. The villa is secluded and tranquil (we offer yoga holidays too !), yet is near enough to local facilities so as not to be isolated. The nearby village of Casalini for example, boasts 3 small mini-markets, a bar, a post office, a petrol station and most importantly, 3 superb restaurants, each of them offering a different dining experience. Most guests will spend the first few days of their holiday relaxing by the pool before venturing out into the great wide world of Puglia. We provide advice and suggestions and regularly book restaurants and guided tours for our guests, all at no extra cost as we are keen to make your stay as enjoyable as possible without of course being over-intrusive. Because we value your privacy, we do not live on site during your stay, so that you can enjoy the full, peaceful holiday experience with your friends and family. We are of course only 15 minutes away should you need us and you can call us on the house mobile phone provided. We look forward to welcoming you to Puglia.

Ostuni villa rental - View of villa from the pool

View of villa from the pool

Article published in 'A Place In The Sun' Oct 2011

Article published in 'A Place In The Sun' Oct 2011

Spring has arrived at Otto Sentieri (March 2013)

Spring has arrived at Otto Sentieri (March 2013)

Pool and garden (March 2013)

Pool and garden (March 2013)

Front view of the house with outside dining area

Front view of the house with outside dining area

Rear view of villa

Rear view of villa

Lounge

Lounge

Kitchen

Kitchen

Trullo bedroom

Trullo bedroom

King size bed

King size bed

Rear view of pool and villa

Rear view of pool and villa

First olive harvest November 2010

First olive harvest November 2010

Poolside

Poolside

Matera 2 hour drive from the villa

Matera 2 hour drive from the villa

Matera

Matera

Matera

Matera

Lecce 1 hour from the villa

Lecce 1 hour from the villa

Ostuni 15min drive from the villa

Ostuni 15min drive from the villa

La Chiesa Martina Franca 20min drive from villa

La Chiesa Martina Franca 20min drive from villa

Cisternino 10min drive from our villa

Cisternino 10min drive from our villa

Alberobello

Alberobello

Alberobello 45min drive from the villa

Alberobello 45min drive from the villa

Nearest Airport : Brindisi at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Brindisi at 25 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Ostuni at 7 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : Torre Canne at 12 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub : Casalini at 2 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : Casalini at 2 Kilometres
Car: necessary

We are ideally situated in the cool hills between the beaches of the Adriatic and the historic sites of the Itria Valley, including the UNESCO World heritage site of Alberobello. The area is renowned for its local wines from Locorotondo as well as its gastronomic restaurants, many of them family run. Long sandy beaches in Torre Canne and Torre Guaceto are punctuated by secluded rocky inlets and isolated coves, where beach side restaurants and bars offer delicious seafood snacks. The early evening passeggiata typifies the social and cultural spectacle on view throughout the region. There are many open air theatres in historic town squares. Parco Otto Sentieri is ideally situated to profit from the sun, the sea, the rolling hils, and the markets and restaurants offering fresh local produce. It is a short drive from the airports of Brindisi and Bari and also the hypermarkets in Messagne and Fasano. Daily shopping is done in our local village which also boasts 3 excellent places to eat.

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental rates for this holiday villa in Ostuni, Brindisi area

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
Low Season
28 Apr 2013 - 31 May 2013
£750
1 Week
 
 
Mid Season
1 Jun 2013 - 30 Jun 2013
£950
1 Week
 
 
High Season
1 Jul 2013 - 27 Jul 2013
£1,095
1 Week
 
 
Mid Season
1 Sep 2013 - 30 Sep 2013
£895
1 Week
 
 
Low off Peak
1 Oct 2013 - 31 Oct 2013
£750
1 Week
 

Notes

  • We will require 30% non-refundable deposit payable on booking. The balance to be paid in full by bank transfer 8 weeks prior to booking period. Please note rental rates are up to four people sharing, four to six people add £50 per extra person per week.

    Please note
    Two gas bottles are provided for heating and cooking which should be ample for a two week stay. Additional bottles are €20 each.
  • A cash deposit of €200 will be required on arrival. This will be refunded on day of departure, assuming no damage or breakages.
  • Cancellation Terms.
    Up to 8 weeks before arrival lose deposit, thereafter, no refunds.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday villa in Ostuni in Brindisi area

Property Type:
  • villa (detached)
Meals:
  • Self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 80 m²
Location Type:
  • near the sea
  • rural
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Parking
  • Basic Soaps
  • Firewood
  • Living Room
  • Air Conditioning
  • Telephone
  • Washing Machine
  • Mobile Phone
  • Local Maps
  • Laundry Soap
  • Wood Stove
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Activities Guide
  • Bottled Water
  • Sofa Bed
  • Iron & Board
  • Towels Provided
  • Toilet Paper
  • Fireplace
  • Linens Provided
  • Hair Dryer
  • Sunbed
Kitchen:
  • Oven
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Freezer
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure , Bidet , Washing machine
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
  • Each bathroom is self contained, with washbasin, toilet, bidet and shower. There are ample electrical points and large wall mirrors. Bathroom 1 also doubles as a laundry room, complete with automatic washing machine.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed
  • The main bedroom could be used as a family room, with the simple addition of a cot or single bed. There is a large wardrobe and chest of drawers, ample storage space. The double window is fitted with a mosquito grill and may be left open in the evening. The bedroom overlooks olive trees and distant hills. Mosquito nets to all beds.
Entertainment:
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Stereo
  • DVD Player
  • Radio
  • Books - Fiction / Non-fiction
Outside:
  • Beach Towels
  • Veranda
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Patio
  • Deck Chairs
  • Barbecue
  • Conservatory
  • veranda
  • Barbecue
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs
Suitability:
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Private Pool
Attractions:
  • marina
  • cinemas
  • restaurants
  • caves
  • winery tours
  • live theatre
  • museums
  • ruins
  • churches
  • zoo
  • library
  • bay
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • beachcombing
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • sight seeing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • medical services
  • groceries
  • hospital
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snorkelling
  • surf fishing
  • caving
  • mountain biking
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • hiking
  • pier fishing
  • cycling
  • wind-surfing
  • bay fishing
Notes: The accommodation is all on one level, giving easy access to all rooms. New 2011 there will be an Italian mobile phone for your use and for communication with the owners and local services.

Reviews for this holiday villa rental in Ostuni, Italy

Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
average rating of 4.8 based on 11 reviews
business
Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p403368
+44 07899847010
Ostuni Brindisi area
5

Otto Sentieri

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 30 October 2012 Date of Stay: October 2012
This property is in an idyllic location on top of a hill with lots of space around so you feel very private.
In the local area is Cisternino and Casalini which had lots of great restaurants, and supermarkets if you want to self cater as we did a couple of nights.
The welcome pack of provisions was much appreciated and got us under way without having to go shopping on our first day!
We had a great time here, the weather was wonderful for the end of October(23deg C), the property is kitted out with everything we needed, and was immaculately clean and comfortable (including the bed)!
Liz and Bas were both very welcoming and spent time helping with ideas for our trips out!
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p403368
+44 07899847010
Ostuni Brindisi area
5

A relaxing week in the sunshine

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 27 August 2012 Date of Stay: July 2012
I first visited Parco Otto Sentieri for a week in October 2009 and really enjoyed the warm Autumn sun. This time, I needed a Summer holiday and was delighted to re-visit some favourite beaches and restaurants in the middle of the holiday season. It was great to see the local squares filled with music and small restaurants, most of which I discovered were family run. Many improvements have taken place around the Park, particularly in the increase of shady seating areas dotted around, each with a different view over the hills and the large pool of course provided welcome relief from the heat. The owners do not live on site, which for us was a major advantage as we could enjoy the privacy and tranquillity without feeling awkward. The help and advice the owners provided was fantastic, whether it was booking restaurant tables (Bas speaks fluent Italian) or showing us where to park in town during the busy weekend. We also enjoyed a couple of impromptu yoga lessons with Liz, a qualified teacher. We had an unforgettable 2 weeks and we are already planning our next visit to Puglia. Parco Otto Sentieri has everything you could wish for if you want to relax in peace and experience wonderful food and local culture.
Owner's Response: We are glad you enjoyed your stay Christine and thank you for a wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you again very soon.
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p403368
+44 07899847010
Ostuni Brindisi area
5

A super villa in extensive grounds

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 21 August 2012 Date of Stay: July 2012
This is a great place to stay, the villa is lovely, in great condition and well equipped. The gardens are huge and secluded, well planted with the local olive, almonds and pear trees. Liz and Basil were responsive and helpful, but otherwise left us to get on with our holiday. Some nice touches like a local phone to use to book restaurants (Liz booked us a taxi back one evening), Basil was happy to take us to get a tyre repaired, the welcome food pack was great, plenty of cutlery, crockery and utensils, hammocks in the garden to relax in, beach towels....

Never been to Puglia before, but please to say its a lovely part of Italy. The villa is just under 10K from Ostuni which is packed with great restaurants, but there are lots of great towns to explore, in 2 weeks we didnt have time to do it all - and very reasonably priced. Off the beaten track some lovely beaches, coves and good snorkelling. A small amount of Italian gets you a long way, and there is much more english spoken here than the guide books would have you believe!

Thoroughly recommended!
Owner's Response: Thanks for your lovely comments Kevin. We look forward to welcoming you back soon so you can continue to explore this fantastic part of Italy.
Basil & Liz
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p403368
+44 07899847010
Ostuni Brindisi area
Dublin, Ireland
5

If you want to have it all...

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 02 August 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
...this is the place to go! Sleep-in in comfortable beds in a cool house or go for an early morning run through olive groves; hang out by the pool or explore the sandy beaches half an hours drive away; test the restaurants in Cisternino and Ostuni or cook with fresh produce from local markets in the well-equipped kitchen; explore the many picturesque towns in the area or stay in the hammock all day with a good book; come for a romantic get-away or take the whole family including grandma. During our two week stay in July we tried it all - a perfect holiday! The property is very well managed. Communication with the owner from first enquiry to arrival was easy, quick and reliable. The information about the villa is entirely correct: you'll get exactly what it says on the tin.The 'welcome pack' was impressive, instructions were clear and Liz was only a phone call away to deal with anything that came up during our stay. Downsides? We could not find any except that we should have stayed for three weeks .....
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you, it was lovely to meet you all and I look forward to seeing you again soon.
Helpful votes: 4/5
business
Peaceful retreat with modern comforts set amidst the hills of Ostuni.
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p403368
+44 07899847010
Ostuni Brindisi area
Owner Submitted Review
-1

Lovely relaxing place in Ostuni

Review Submitted: 08 July 2010 Date of Stay: June 2010
We really enjoyed staying in your country villa. Everything was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. Every time we went out for the day, we couldn't wait to get back to the villa to sit outside with some wine and watch James jump in and out of pool. Lovely, relaxing place. It was especially nice to have some food there to hold us over until we were able to find the supermarket!

Thanks again for making our stay so enjoyable. We will definitely recommend your villa to friends.
Helpful votes: 5/6
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