Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden

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Large private pool set in well kept gardens

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61722.2 sq ft

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Parking available
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Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Ceglie

Castle of Ceglie Messapica
‪7 min drive‬
Ducal Castle
‪7 min drive‬
Piazza Vecchia
‪8 min drive‬
Taranto (TAR-M.A. Grottag)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

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Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A spacious three bedroom villa with your own large 12 x 8 mtr private pool (with diving board) surrounded by orange and lemon trees Villa Montivicoli is ideal for families or sharing couples who want a little more room. The property has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a washing machine and a dishwasher, home entertainment and wifi. The property benefits from both front and rear gardens, a car port, large shaded gazebo with table and a BBQ, the latter overlooking the pool for those long warm evenings.
Conveniently located 3 kms from the local town of Ceglie with stunning views of the surrounding area and sitting behind electric gates in its own private grounds, Villa Montivicoli has plenty for everyone to do. There is a TV/DVD, stereo sytem, IPod jack and a selection of books and board games so everyone can enjoy themselves. Come and sit by the pool with that glass of wine or cold beer, look across the hillside, smell the citrus fruits in the garden and you can have a hassle free holiday in the warm sunshine.

The town of Ceglie has an historical centre with a Ducal Castle, Cathedral and busy central plaza. There are numerous and very good restaurants and a cookery school. Ostuni, the "Citta Bianca" is just a 20 mins drive away, the beaches 30-60 minutes depending on your preferences.
Villa Montivicoli has no fixed changeover days so you can arrive and depart on any days.

You also have the added option of paying using your credit card or Pay Pal.

Villa Montivicoli is served by two local airports with both international and budget carriers (Ryanair & Easyjet) - Brindisi (45 mins) and Bari (80 mins) are the closest with Naples, where the flights are more frequent and usually cheaper only 3.5 hours drive away.

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Sharron Wallis

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Guest must ensure all rubbish is taken with them on departure unless alternative arrangements made with us first. Thank you

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property Registration Number IT074003C200104639, BR07400391000061276

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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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 31 October

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ceglie Messapica

Located in Ceglie Messapica, this villa is in a rural area. Baia di Camerini and Spiaggia di Monticelli reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Grace. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Ceglie

What's nearby

Castle of Ceglie Messapica - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Ducal Castle - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
Church of Santa Maria Assunta - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
Piazza Vecchia - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Ostuni Cathedral - 21 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

Grottaglie Station - 31 min drive
Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Osteria da Giuseppe - ‬6 min drive
‪Movida Cafè - ‬6 min drive
‪Osteria Antico Arco - ‬6 min drive
‪Stella Gialla - ‬6 min drive
‪Ristorante Montevicoli - Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Roman style villa with stunning private pool and private walled garden located?

This family-friendly Ceglie Messapica villa is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Piazza Vecchia and Emilio Notte Museum. Castle of Ceglie Messapica and Ducal Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Neil W.

12 Jul 2023

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

Could be so much better

The villa itself looks as per the pictures. The villa is set in a neglected large plot. The front garden is not usable, but could be an amazing space. The trees by the pool all need pruning and there are several cactus plants that would be a hazard to small children. The crazy paving around the pool has started to break-up. Several of the pool edging stones are loose. The pool is a great size and very clean. On windy days there were lots of leaves to net out. The sun loungers were comfortable, but difficult to move because of the uneven paving. The gazebo is a great size but the table and chairs are basic plastic so not very comfortable. Also the uneven crazy paving made it difficult to find a position where the table didn’t wobble. The lack of sockets in the bedrooms meant making a choice between, lamp, bug repeller, or fan. The main bathroom is a narrow shower room and whilst the shower is a good size, there is a narrow gap between the wall and the glass screen to squeeze in and out, also there is nowhere close to the shower to hang a towel! The downstairs shower room is an extended understairs cupboard. If you are over 5ft 6ins tall, means you cannot stand up at the toilet or sink without stooping, and you need to duck to get into the shower. You can also see a variety of tools and supplies which are stored in here under the stairs. The kitchen was quite well equipped and we managed to cook several basic meals, as eating out was not possible if you want a drink. No taxis!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth S.

15 Oct 2022

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

Good stay

Pool, fruit trees, fireplace, house all great as are the caretakers. Be advised that while one bathroom is on the bedroom level, the other is on the ground floor and is quite cramped.

Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

4 Sept 2022

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

Great property with a lovely pool and lots of outdoor space

Simple booking process and helpful local managers made the whole thing easy 😀

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marc S., London

1 Aug 2022

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

Spacious house with massive pool

We have just returned from Puglia where we stayed 10 days at the villa. The location is great as it is 10 min from Ceglie where you find lots of great restaurants, supermarket etc. and Martina Franca (another pretty little town) 20 min away. Beautiful Ostuni is also just 20/25 min drive away. Plenty of other towns are within one hour drive - the house is great to use as a base to explore the area. The beaches near Ostuni are 45 min drive (lido verde etc) and the stunning white beaches and turquoise sea on the Ionian side close to 1 hour (very much worth the extra drive). Unfortunately the owners had COVID when we arrived so a friend handed us the key and gave us basic instructions. The communication with the owners over Whats App was excellent and we received online lists from Martin with favourite restaurants/beaches etc which we found very helpful. The pool was quite dirty on arrival which might have been down to a storm or the owner's illness but it was cleaned thoroughly by Martin the following weekend which made a huge difference. This is by far the biggest pool we have ever seen at a rented property. There is also a small jumping board which is fun for kids and adults too. The water level was quite low and the shower at the pool didn't work which was probably due to the water shortage and restrictions in Southern Italy at the time. Unfortunately the weather was particularly hot when we visited. 39C during the day and 30/29C in the night. Not having air con was tough to bear! The bedrooms have a plug in fan but at this temperature, it doesn't help very much. The property sits in a big plot of land and it is very peaceful. The gardens in the front and around the pool could be better maintained as they are quite overgrown which is a bit of a shame as they could be stunning. The house and kitchen are well equipped in case you want to do some cooking. We ate out most nights as the food is just too good to miss. We were missing a kettle and some small bowls for cereals but we used the cups instead. This property is very peaceful. We had one Saturday night when neighbours had a very loud karaoke party but that was the only 'disturbing' noise we heard during our stay (apart from some dogs barking at night which you have to expect in the country and didn't bother us). We enjoyed our stay at this villa but the heat especially at night was a problem. I would return but early or late summer. We are missing the star gazing from the balcony already

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence C.

3 Sept 2021

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

Amazing stay in beautiful villa

We returned to stay for a week having previously visited in July 2019. The property and location was just as fantastic as we remembered from our first visit. Communication with Sharron (property manager) is excellent. From initial booking, to arrival and very helpful local knowledge and help with COVID restrictions and restaurant recommendations when we were allowed out throughout our stay. There probably isn't a better place to self isolate for 5 days. The pool is fantastic, villa perfectly equipped for a family stay (we did more cooking at the villa this time round), but everything you need for a relaxing holiday in this beautiful part of Italy. Flew to Brindisi this time rather than Bari and would recommend if you can get the direct flights. Very quick through security and 40 min drive to the villa. Many thanks for having us and hope to be back soon. Best wishes, Terence, Anouska & Phelix (aged 9)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terence C.

25 Sept 2019

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

Amazing Property & Pool In Fantastic Location

We stayed at this beautiful property (2 adults and our 7 yrear old son) at the beginning of the school holidays for 10 nights. From the initial booking communication from the property managers (Sharron & Martin) was fantastic. On arrival at Bari Airport, we called Martin to say we had arrived early and he was very accommodating and met us at the property for an earlier check in. The Villa is stunning and the pool is absolutely fantastic. The Villa has everything a family would need for a very comfortable stay in this beautiful part of Puglia. Exceptionally well equipped kitchen, DVDs and books. The inside of the Villa is very nice, but the outside space is where we spent the majority of our time in the lovely landscaped terrace and pool. To be fair we did not do much cooking as Ceglie has some amazing restaurants which are very good value. We did a trip to Ostuni, but felt it was too "touristy" ! :-) so mostly went out in Ceglie which is a 5-10 min drive. Also, did a few trips to the VAAR beach club in Pelone which has a very nice private beach and pool. During our stay we had a bit of a freak thunderstorm and power cut. Martin was fantastic and sorted out everything despite having to contend with another property where a tree had fallen into the pool. Our first time to Ceglie and can't recommend this property highly enough. Thank you for everything and hope to return soon. Terence, Anouska & Phelix

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

29 Jul 2019

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

Wonderful holiday

Great location and fantastic pool although unfortunately no cushions for sun loungers which was very unusual and we had to buy some locally which we have left for next guests . Martin and Sharon were really helpful and we had a fantastic holiday. Location was excellent for site seeing and very peaceful located among olive groves. Great restaurants locally in Ceglie.

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen H.

1 Oct 2018

Excellent!

Property was very good. All facilities met expectations. Beautiful location and villa. Very helpful managers (Sharron and Martin). We had an extremely releasing 2weeks at Villa Montevicoli which very well furnished and equipped.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

bernie k.

26 Feb 2018

Ceglie Messapica villa

This is a lovely villa, well maintained and cared for. It comes with a pool, which is fairly rare in this part of Puglia. Close to Ceglie, historic town with lots of great places to eat and a well stocked supermarket on the edge of town, ten minutes from the villa. There's also a lido within walking distance of the villa, with a bar and restaurant. There's a big walled garden, useful for the kids to run round in or get some extra shade. Ostuni and Cistercino are arguably the best of many towns nearby and well worth at least one visit. I'd recommend this villa and we'll be booking again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ROGER G., anglesey

28 Sept 2017

Beautiful location & very peaceful

pool excellent& very clean Villa very nice & clean but needs a little t.l.c. especially outside furniture that is why i could not give it 5 stars.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex stevenson

25 Sept 2017

Fantastic location and house

This villa provides the best of both worlds - a wonderful pool, spacious accommodation, a private location and yet only 5 minutes to the lovely town of Ceglie. It is a great base to explore the region with its many beaches and beautiful towns - fantastic for a family group or friends.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

8 Aug 2017

Great holiday in Puglia

A beautiful house in beautiful surroundings. All you need for a relaxing holiday. The pool is quite exceptional. We had a few teething problems with this at first, but it was soon up and running thanks to extremely hard work from Martin. Cannot praise both Sharron and Martin enough for their warmth and care throughout our stay. Would recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

29 Sept 2016

Great villa, pool, quiet location & to tour Puglia

A great, well maintained, comfortable, villa in a quiet location but very well placed for touring around Puglia, particularly the beautiful hill top towns of Ostuni and the adriratic coast, Cisterninio, Martina Franca and within 5 -10 minutes drive to the town of Ceglie which is often overlooked by reviewers. The pool and outdoor areas are beautiful for relaxing or alfresco dining and the views from pool area and roof are excellent. Even inlate september the weather is beautiful even HOT.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

André S.

2 Aug 2016

Very nice villa with great swimmingpool

We enjoyed our stay very much: beautiful swimmingpool, lots of privacy, spacious property and parking lots etc. Good to reach, not too far outside the village. Everything you need is present in the house. Also good recommendations for sightseeing trips and restaurants. Very friendly housekeepers. And nice welcome with some groceries. The only thing that seems a bit too optimistic is "2 bathrooms", this is more like "1,5 bathroom"

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jaroslaw T., Bydgoszcz, Poland

6 Jul 2016

Pleasent holiday among truli

The property placed in very quiet area is comfortable . Smiwing pool and area around the house is nice. A good place as start to explore Puglia.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

14 Apr 2016

Fantasic

This is a lovely well equipped villa, cool inside, with great grounds, and a wonderful roof top, in a beautiful part of the world. Ceglie is a fantastic place, and well positioned to travel around. We did have a slight problem when we went, but this was dealt with perfectly by Richard and the owner, we plan to return one day, and I would have no hesitation in recommending the place.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

27 Aug 2015

Fabulous Villa.

This is a lovely villa with a fantastic swimming pool. The villa was clean and tidy with everything you would need. Plenty of books and DVD's. Well equipped kitchen and it was nice to have a bottle of milk and wine waiting for us. Also useful that there were beach towels as well. Bedrooms a good size and very nice bathrooms. The location is a little tricky to find and I would definitely recommend going the long way around. Ask Richard the manager, he was very helpful. We loved the nearby beaches at Torre Canne, and it was worth visiting the Grotte di Castellana caves when it is very hot. We also liked Locorotundo and Alberobello, though very touristy still interesting. Would love to come back in a few years time. Thank you Alison it was a lovely villa and we had a great holiday.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bernie k.

21 Oct 2014

ceglie villa

Stayed at the villa for the second time this year, first visit was in May. Pool, which is rare in this part of Italy, is big and there's a board for you to practice your diving on! Villa is spacious and Wi-Fi is included. Nearby Ceglie has many good restaurants. I'd also recommend Cistercino and Martina Franca and the hill town of Ostuni for fantastic views to the coast. Two great holidays. Recommended.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

18 Oct 2014

Excellent Four Bedroom Villa with Pool

This is a great villa and one of the best I have stayed in in South Italy. We were a group of four and it was spacious enough for us not to be in each others space. It has everything you need for a relaxing holiday. With the lovely pool, WiFi, TV, Music, BBQ, private garden and kitchen all in easy access of the enchanting, gastronomic town of Ceglie Messapica we just chilled and enjoyed. Will be booking again next year.

6/10 Okay

Siegfried W.

25 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Anzeige entspricht nicht den Tatsachen vor Ort

Das Haus und der Pool sind schön. Wir sind mit 2 Paaren gereist. Kriterium zur Auswahl des Objektes waren 2 Badezimmer ( 1 pro Paar) und der Pool. Es gab aber nur ein komplettes Bad und eine kriechgästetoilette mit Dusche für kleine Menschen im Erdgeschoss

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

François C.

18 Aug 2024

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

Belle propriété

Propriété spacieuse, avec une belle et grande piscine dans un environnement agréable.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIQUE D.

5 Jul 2024

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

location bien située pour visiter les Pouilles

belle maison, belle piscine très bien accueillis, à l'écoute. La clim aurait été appréciée

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

14 Sept 2023

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

Lovely house with a great pool

We had a really nice time. The house is also only a 10 minute drive from Ceglie and is a great base to explore Puglia. There are a lot of lovely villages worth seeing within a 20-30 minute drive, and both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas are not more than an hour's drive away. The pool was great and the gazebo offered nice shade for lunch. The kitchen is well-equipped, the living room has DVDs, books, and games (in English), and each room has a fan. We had cable extensions with us so we could charge our devices and I would recommend bringing some, as Italian holiday homes to do not seem to have many electrical outlets in the bedrooms. WiFi and cell reception is a bit slow, but this has been our experience in all houses/areas in Southern Italy in the summertime. Our teenagers downloaded movies/series whilst we were out eating or overnight, so they always had something to entertain them in the evening. Martin and Sharron who manage the house were great and checked up on us regularly to see if we needed anything and supplied us with plenty of tips for eating and sightseeing. We would definitely like to come back!

Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginie V.

29 Aug 2023

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

Des vacances de rêve

Outre la région des Pouilles qui était une découverte fantastique, nous avons vraiment apprécié la villa. Celle ci reste fraîche malgré la température extérieure (31 à 35) ce qui permet de bien dormir, sur une literie agréable. Elle dispose de tous les équipements nécessaires. Si la salle de douche du rez de chaussée est en effet basse de plafond, c’est un confort supplémentaire de disposer d’une seconde salle d’eau. La cuisine est bien équipée. Le gazebo est parfait pour bénéficier de l’ombre et de la fraîcheur apportée par la végétation tant en journée qu’en soirée. Quant à la piscine : particulièrement propre et grande, elle permet de se délasser après une journée de visite. La villa est située à moins d’une demie heure d’Alberobello, Martina Franca, Ostuni… une heure de Lecce, 1h30 de Matera. Seuls inconvénients : on capte difficilement internet même avec le wifi et le signal GPS se perd aux abords de la villa La villa est en tous points conforme aux photos. Sharron et Martin sont particulièrement accueillants et ont su se montrer tres disponibles et réactifs

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Birger P., Rønnede, Danmark

26 Jul 2023

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

Great location

Excellent place, amazing pool - nice secluded and quit.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sharron Wallis

Stella is a retired Principal of an FE College and Howard an organisation consultant. They live in central London with their adult son, Conor - their daugther Alice has her own flat. We enjoy good food and wine and international travel. We have owned Monteviccoli for more than 10 years and love the villa and the area. Puglia is a great place for short road trips and we have driven to Matera, Naples and even Sicily a number of times.

Why they chose this property

A nice mixture of quiet countryside not too far from Ceglie - a good size town with lots of restaurants - and the beaches of the Adriatic/Ionian.

What makes this property unique

The Roman style of the villa is not common in Puglia and is very functional. Ceglie is well placed for so many other attractions across the region: the cliffs and RedBull diving at Polignano, Bari/Brindisi, Ostuni (stunning), the caves of Grotte di Castellana, the trulli of Alborobello, the sassi (cave dwellings) of Matera where the last Bond film was made .............and numerous beaches.

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