Casolare Ostuni is a rustic, original southern Italian “casolare”, brimming with authentic, local charm, finished with ancient stone. Built in 1877, this sumptuous home was sympathetically renovated in 2017, giving it a sleek, contemporary finish within original buildings, nestled in four acres of olive trees. This prestigious home retains all its unique features and stunning architecture with the most modern of comforts. Designed for a truly restorative stay, guests can enjoy the ultimate secluded and tranquil setting, with all the services of a five-star resort. An array of staff remains at guests disposal close by, offering a full range of services from massages to cooking classes, grocery deliveries, transfers and private chef or catering services. Guests can enjoy a little slice of decadent luxury within an impeccably chic and tasteful private home. The elegance of this home will immediately strike visitors, finished with the white stone which is characteristic of the region, it offers an abundance of original features such as stone fireplace and locally handcrafted ceramic tiles. The outdoor spaces are sublime at the Casolare; the pool is set within a chic terrace which offers a beautifully covered pergola, with billowing curtains and ample space for a relaxed group meal as the sun softens over the landscape. Imagine sitting back after a busy day, with a good holiday book, or a cold glass of beer. This is a tranquil, romantic spot when illuminated at night, awash with a sense of the ancient surroundings and timelessness of the location. There is an outdoor kitchen which is fully equipped with barbecue, sink and stove; outdoor living is a seamless and tasteful affair at the Casolare, and for an added note of luxury guests can arrange a catered meal while they sit back and relax. Guests will honestly feel as if they had escapes the strains of modern living and entered an impeccably executed haven of taste, tranquilly and southern Italian refined flavour! While the interiors are so striking in their simplicity, quality is not compromised on, and all the necessary extras are present, including air conditioning, wifi, smart television with Netflix and underfloor heating. Beautiful solid timber furnishings and a delightfully unadorned neutral palette create such a calm aura. This home epitomises laid-back yet stylish living. Abundant with character, the arched ceilings, beautiful kitchen tiles and infiltration of natural daylight create an airy and relaxed atmosphere; the raw materials and quality of finishes genuinely speak for themselves. Eight guests can be accommodated across three bedrooms, including a bunk bedroom, and the additional option of a sofa bed in the living room. The bedrooms are immaculately designed, with a fresh and neutral backdrop offset by accents of turquoise and dove greys. The old mixes with the new so effectively at Casolare Ostuni: sleek walk-in shower and top range kitchen appliances live alongside beautiful local tiles and ancient stone. For a luxurious break within the ultimate private setting, Casolare Ostuni offers guests a rural idyll finished with perfect grace and charm in the heart of the Salento area, which is known as being an unspoilt slice of Italy. #### Features The Villa Casarole Ostuni sits in the serenity of 4 acres covered by more than 300 olive trees. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to 8 people. All the bedrooms, kitchen and living room have air conditioning. Interior - Two double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom (one with additional pouf bed) - Bedroom with bunk bed - Bathroom - Living room with TV (with Netflix) & dining room - Fully equipped kitchen Exterior - Heated swimming pool (42m2, depth from 0.9 to 1.5 m), open approximately from mid-March to mid-November - Sun loungers & parasols - Large patio & garden area - Outside sitting & dining area - Veranda with outdoor kitchen - Outdoor shower with hot water - Private parking More Facilties... - Iron & Board - Washing machine - 2 baby crib (up to 3 years old) - Studio couch - Hair dryer - Table tennis - Table football - Bose Bluetooth wireles sound system #### Location Casolare Ostuni is nestled six kilometres from Ostuni centre, and about a twenty-minute drive from the beautiful beaches of the Adriatic coast. Brindisi airport is about thirty-five minutes drive. Nature lovers will enjoy taking guided hikes through the surrounding hills, olive groves and woodland, or - with the sea so close by - sailing and diving is always an option. Casolare Ostuni is in the “heel” of Italy, in the very heart of Apulia with its beautiful soft light and far reaching horizons. The region is known for its olive oil production, as evidenced by the surrounding stretches of olive groves as well as its distinctive white-washed hill towns, centuries-old farmland and hundreds of kilometres of Mediterranean coastline. The capital Bari is a vibrant port and university town, whilst Lecce is the ‘Florence of the south - known for its baroque architecture and “Trulli” - stone huts with cone-shaped roofs that were originally homes; today they can be visited in their preserved form, and provide something of a fairy tale-esque experience for younger members of the group! Ostuni has a bustling and vibrant centre, perched on a hill; it is characterised by white, flat-topped houses across a labyrinth of tiny streets and alleys. Steeped in history, Ostuni cathedral combines Gothic, Romanesque and Byzantine elements. Ostuni is known locally as “the white city,” it overlooks the Valle dItria which is known as one of Puglias most beautiful areas.