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Pool
Sun loungers and comfortable couches for enjoying lazy days by the pool
Lovely pool area with private valley views
View of the trulli and the bbq from the pool
Al fresco dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Puglia
  • EuroSport Casalini 2001
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ostuni Cathedral
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Pilone Beach
    ‪73 min drive‬
  • Taranto (TAR-M.A. Grottag)
    ‪129 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated

Trullo di Sotto can accommodate 8/9 people. It is approximately 130 sq.meters and consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 living areas, one of which can be used as a bedroom, open kitchen with adjoining dining room and 3 bathrooms with shower and toilet, two of which are en- suite. Two of the bedrooms have double beds, while one bedroom has two twin beds that can be converted into a double bed on request, alternatively add a third single bed. The living room has a sofa bed and can be used as a bedroom for two people. On request a cot can also be provided for any of the bedrooms.

The property is surrounded by paved terraces and right outside the main entrance there is a large dining table under a covered pergola where you can enjoy delicious food cooked on the garden grill. In the garden there is a swimming pool (apprx: 30/36 sqm ) with a terrace overlooking the valley , equipped with 6 sun loungers/chairs under covered pergolas, where the sun shines from dawn to dusk . The house, garden and outdoor areas are nicely lit so that you can enjoy long summer evenings outdoors. The garden is filled with olive trees and fig trees (just eat straight from the tree in August - figs like you've never tasted them!), pear trees, almond trees and of course hundreds of lavender bushes that give the garden a lovely scent.
There is parking within the property gates for 3/4 cars.

The trulli are tastefully decorated to a high standard ensuring you a comfortable and luxurious holiday experience. Up to 1.5 meters thick walls ensure a comfortable indoor temperature day and night , even in the hottest months. The kitchen and bathrooms are well equipped and there is also a Nespresso machine (but remember to bring coffee capsules ). The property is connected to the public water network , so you can safely drink delicious water straight from the tap.

NEW WIFI - as of 2023 stable and powerful wifi provided via Starlink.

Trullo di Sotto can be rented together with the neighboring property Trullo di Sopra. Rented together they can provide ample space for large parties up to 16 people. When rented separately they are however completely private as the houses are ca 70 meters a part . They only share the access road, but each house has its own separate and private entrance, parking, gardens and each property has its own private pool. Please enquire for availability and links to the other property.

About the services offered
Included in the rent is a welcome service, undertaken by our English speaking Italian partner. She will meet you in the city and take you to the property at the agreed time. She will give you a brief introduction to what you need to know and will also be your contact person on the spot if anything should happen you need help with. The rental price also includes linens , shower and bath towels and beach / pool towels for all guests, changed weekly for stays of 2 weeks or more . Final cleaning is included in the price for all stays, while for stays lasting two weeks or more, there is a light weekly cleaning of the property in connection with the change of linen and towels. If desired, additional cleaning can be purchased for an hourly rate of 10 Euro. This must be agreed in advance. Underfloor heating available at additional cost. English speaking babysitter or chef to come to your home and cook are also available but must be arranged in advance, price on request.

About the weather
Puglia has stable dry and lovely weather, and summer starts in May and lasts until October. July and August are the hottest months and temperatures can reach over 30 degrees. However, the property is approximately 340 meters above sea level, ensuring a gentle wind and a dry climate, even in the hottest months. The swimming pool is not heated but will usually have comfortable bathing temperature from mid-May to September. Beach season is also from May to September

How to get there
The location of the property is such that a car is necessary. Cars can easily be rented at the airport or in train station in both Bari and Brindisi .
The nearest airport is Brindisi (about 40 min) while Bari airport is about 1 hour's drive away. Ryanair, Lufthansa and Easyjet fly direct routes from many English and other European airports. Alitalia and Ryanair fly domestic routes from either Rome or Milan to these airports 10 to 12 times per day.

Property manager

Nina Hvistendahl
Premier Host

Languages

Danish, English, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish
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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number BR07400591000023081, IT074005C200061327

We should mention

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
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cisternino

Located in Cisternino, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills and L'Ulivo Che Canta are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mary Immaculate Ecclesiastical Parish and Norman Swabian Tower. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoosafari and Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Puglia

What's nearby

  • EuroSport Casalini 2001 - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Piazza della Liberta - 17 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Ostuni Cathedral - 18 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Archaeological and Natural Park of Santa Maria di Agnano - 21 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Pilone Beach - 73 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Monopoli Station - 43 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Tonia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cin Cin Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪L'Angoletto - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Micro - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Giardini 36 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded and spacious trulli with private pool, tastefully decorated located?

This family-friendly Cisternino cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Enoteca Semeraro and Mary Immaculate Ecclesiastical Parish. EuroSport Casalini 2001 is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corinna W.

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

Idylic!

A stunning and beautifully furnished property in a secluded location. We stayed as two families, nine in total and the house was plenty spacious enough for us all. The outdoor areas were great for relaxing and we made good use of the barbeque area. You definitely need a car as the property is remote but this meant that we didn't have to worry about noise with small children. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property to anyone visiting the Puglia region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alex G.

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

Tastefully decorated Trullo

We had a great stay with our grown up kids. Nina was very efficient in responding and her guide of places to eat and visit was excellent. The villa is very nicely decorated and has everything you need. The bedrooms were warm as the AC is only in the central area and we did ask for the pool to be cleaned as once a week on a Friday may not be enough! These were small issues and we would certainly recommend the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Trullo Sotto - Cisternino

Fanastic Trullo, lovely host (Angelita who was exceptional) and owner (Nina, who clearly cared). We were very well looked after and felt valued as guests. The Trullo was everything we expected and hoped for. We have no hesitation in recommending.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

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

As good as it looks

This villa was great. Comfortable, quiet and spacious. Pool was great.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

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

Our best holiday yet

Dreamy just a perfect trulli home to stay in it has given us the best experience ever, our host Nina was amazing and easy to talk too, this holiday was booked before covid and I just didn’t think it would ever happen, also Angelita met us late because our flight was delayed and she was a angel and helped us with anything at a drop of a hat, even showed us a restaurant to eat at late because we were all so hungry just so friendly and a comfort to know she was there for us regarding anything. We look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evette L.

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

Beautiful Villa in the Countryside

My family and I (husband, 2 boys 13 and 10) had a wonderful relaxing stay in this beautiful villa. The villa was immaculately clean, the gardens well kept and we had everything we needed for our weeks stay and really enjoyed our holiday. The pool was clean and there was a net provided which the boys loved fishing out any stray bugs that might have flown in overnight! The internet dropped off a couple of times but we followed the instructions in the welcome pack and were connected back quickly, there is very little phone signal but this did not bother us we were able to make online calls if we needed too. Location is perfect for exploring by car to all the nearby towns and villages, Alberoberro and Martina Franca were my favourite's however there are so many more lovely places to visit too. We loved it here and would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kirsty P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location for exploring Puglia

Trullo di Sotto, in the hamlet of Casalini, is in a peaceful spot a few minutes drive from the main road. Communication with Nina was good and she was very understanding of the issues we had delaying our arrival due to unforeseen circumstances. The three bedrooms are spacious, two with en-suites and one with separate bathroom plus there's a dining area, sitting room and tiny kitchen. Ample outdoor space is provided which is pleasant for dining in the heat. The pool was cleaned once during the week we stayed and that was at my request as it was already dirty when we arrived (it gets cleaned on a Friday and we arrived on Tuesday). The bottom was dirty and the surface continually had leaves and insects floating on it which I'd happily have cleaned out if there had been a net provided. I consider for the price we paid that the pool would've been cleaned more frequently as I too rent a property to guests and the pool is cleaned daily, rubbish collected and gardens watered. The biggest issue for us was the wi-fi and although the listing states that this is provided via satellite and therefore can't always be guaranteed, what we experienced was a constantly unreliable service that required frequent resetting daily. It was impossible to do any continuous work as it was lost when the wifi went down and the service was barely sufficient for checking emails. This is obviously a known issue as we were advised on check in to "just flip the mains switch" which, as it transpired, we were doing several times a day. The problem wasn't helped by power outages over the first two days which made contacting anyone for assistance difficult as there was no phone signal or internet to try to find out what was happening. As others have commented, the trullo is extremely hot inside and although fans are provided, the A/C is only in the main kitchen/dining area. The bathrooms are well equipped however the shower flooded the floor with each use as the shower curtains were insufficient to stop water escaping. Not a major issue but having had a couple of slips, it occurred to me it may be a problem for older people or with kids running around. The trullo is nicely decorated, the kitchen is equipped with the basics for cooking, the location is good for exploring Puglia and enjoying the beaches and towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverley Y.

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

Holiday in Trullo land

Fantastic location in an authentic and tastefully renovated Trullo. We loved our stay. WiFi is only weak point probably as location is isolated but I'm sure this will be improved for the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

sue h.

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

Charming

Charming
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

Beautiful property and stunning location

We were a family of 5 adults and 2 small (under age of 5) children and had a week's holiday in this trulli in early October. We all had a lovely relaxing time with the children being occupied by the pool, large garden area and very friendly and patient dog and cat from the local farm. /it met all our needs and more and we would definitely recommend it. It was also really helpful to have on hand the property manager who was really friendly and helpful about what to do/visit with young children and good quality restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Grethe P.

Wonderful

Our second time in lovley Puglia and Trullo de Sotto. We are in love with the surroundings and all the nice places we can visit in the area. The property is very well maintained and we got good information in advance and during our stay. We had about 40 degrees and without air conditioning it became hot. Some of the rooms in the house need air conditioning. But it`s not that often it gets so hot during summer. We would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie F.

Beautiful Trullo in rural Puglia

We had a great stay, the Trullo has been decorated beautifully. We loved the different seating areas outside and the pool. We, as 8 adults, felt that there was plenty of room. Both Nina and Angelita were very helpful and made our stay seamless. I would just note the wifi was slightly dodgy but I think that comes with the location and being in a bit of a dip in the valley, it meant that we actually switched off though! Perfect stay and we hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aurelie B.

Magical place in wonderful surroundings - pure relaxation

The trullo is extremely tastefully decorated and tucked away amongst olive trees. It's quiet, totally private and has a lovely pool. The trullo is very well furnished and the two pergolas are peaceful havens. Nina was very quick getting back to us when we enquiried about booking and gave us a lot of information about the area. The trullo is a five minute drive from the nearest little town and 15mn from Ostuni. We can't recommend this property highly enough. It's picture perfect and genuinely idyllic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guy D.

Lovely Trulli in beautiful and relaxing surroundings

Enjoyed a wonderful week at this lovely property in May. The house has everything we needed both indoors and out, with fantastic shaded areas by the pool and house and panoramic views of olive groves carpeted in wild flowers. Nearby Casalini (5min drive or 30min walk) has some useful mini-markets, delicious wine shop and a great little restaurant and pizza place. The surrounding towns in the Itria Valley are great to explore and the beautiful beaches almost empty in May. The owners were very quick to respond to any queries before we went and we were met on arrival at the nearest large town Cisternino to show us the way. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gail Paton

Perfect!

We have just returned from a wonderful week at Trulli di Sotto. It is a beautiful place, tastefully decorated and very well equipped with everything you could possibly need and all spotlessly clean. Nina was quick to reply to any queries during the booking process and gave us much information to help with our holiday. Also, Angelita, our contact whilst out there was fantastic, friendly and very helpful. She made booking with restaurant and taxi for us! We would love to return! In all a very relaxing holiday which was just what we needed. Thank you Nina and Angelita
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M., Worcester

Fabulous in every way!

Absolutely loved this Trullo and the surrounding area. The Trullo is stunning, having been sympathetically restored and extended, retaining original features but with a chic,luxurious, contemporary feel. Everything has been well thought out and works perfectly. Indoors is remarkably spacious and the outdoor space is fabulous with abundant shade, seating, tables, cushions, loungers. Pool fab, BBQ large and spotless. The entire property is very clean and well kept. The owner is super to communicate with and the local contact was just as friendly and helpful - even walking down to the local stables to translate our request for hacks and lessons! The surrounding area is wonderful. An easy 45mins from Brindisi airport, 25mins from beautiful sandy beaches, 10mins from the marvellous town of Ostuni with its splendid views and fabulous restaurants and retail. Super local food markets. We were sorry to leave and will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brigita a.

Very cozy and calm accomodation!

We were absolutely satisfyed staying in this beautiful, well equiped trully, our childrens spent crazy time in pool, and we had amazing time in relaxing terrase near it :) I was afraid before arrival of horses farm which is near, but it didn't disturbed us at all, our childrens every morning was visiting nice little zoo which is in horses farm. All info about places near ( supermarkets, beaches, restaurants and etc) given for us by Nina was very useful. We would highly reccomend this accomodation for everybody! Thank you, Nina !!!:)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin G.

perfect holiday

We enjoyed our stay, the house was really perfect, very clean, lots of towels. Also the garden and pool area was very nice. The only thing we really didn't like was the horse farm nearby.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kattis t.

Trevligt hus med allt man kan önska sig!

Vi var två familjer, 4 vuxna och 3 barn. Huset var perfekt storlek för oss. Extra plus för 3 st badrummen. Huset var trevligt inrett, komplett köksutrustning, härliga sällskapsytor samt ett mycket trevligt poolområde. Rekommenderar starkt detta hus!!! Fin, snabb och vänlig kontakt med ägaren vid hyra av huset, kändes tryggt och seriöst.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A great stay in beautiful surroundings!

We were two families living in each our house. The quality and facilities were at very high standard and we didn't miss anything. Especially we loved the pool facilities and spent a lot of time there with the children. The local host provided excellent service and helped us with all our questions and demands. For example, she showed us good places to eat in nearby towns, she helped us book different things when we couldn't speak enough Italian to be understood, and she arranged a cook for us to come to our house and make Italian food (which tasted lovely!) The property was clean and well-maintained. We certainly recommend these houses for two families to rent. Perfect distance between the houses so we could be together anytime we wanted, and still get privacy when we wanted.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helle J.

Would love to come back!

A very nice house with all the facilities we needed. We rented a car and visited the nearby villages. All very charming and with a good atmosphere. The beach club White Beach is highly recommended. And you have to visit the local Olive Mill for sure. All together a relaxing vacation - just what we needed. We would love to come back to this house and this part of Italy <3
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Silvia B.

Beautiful House - perfect place to relax

We had a very nice stay at the Trullo in Cisternino. The House is new renovated, very nice furnished an decorated. We loved the huge terrace with its pergola. The pool has a good size and the deck chairs are very comfortable... perfect for a nap during lunchtime We will definitely come back - Thank you so much to Nina and her wonderful team!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

christine g.

Une semaine entre amis

Après un super accueil d'Angelita nous avons pu pleinement profiter de cette superbe location très typique, rien ne manque tout était parfait , endroit calme , reposant dans un cadre féerique Une très belle région a visiter absolument Christine et Christophe
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Carmen L.

A really Nice place to stay for holidays

We arrived very late during the night and and we were happy to be surprised by Nina's trullo in the night , so wonderfull after 13 hours driving . Our contact Angelita was brilliant despite of our late arrivaĺ ,explained us everything necessary .Next morning was as other days, wonderfull ! Équipments,availibility of Angelita,situation (quiet ) of Trullo di sotto ,fields allaround and shops nearby the trullo were perfect . A lot of towns to visit , à lot of things to do or not , dépends on personnalité choices ...
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

catherine c.

Peaceful stay in Cisternino region

Great stay in Puglia area; the property was up to our expectations, close to mid size cities (Cisternino and Ostuni, about 15-20 minutes drive), yet remote enough to insure a peaceful and quiet stay. The house had all the amenities described and was tastefully decorated with contemporary furniture. The pool had a reasonnable size and overlooked the countryside which gave it a really peaceful feel to it. The manager was really helpfull all along our stay, helping with recommendations and restaurants reservations, always available when needed. Overall it was a great stay in a great part of Italy far away from the touristic invasion of Italy's major cities and regions with a lot to discover and enjoy.

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