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Il Gelso

Carovigno, Puglia

At A Glance

SLEEPS 4
2 Double Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Air Conditioning
Heated Pool
WiFi

Accommodation

All on one level: Kitchen/diner (A/C, oven, dishwasher). Double bedroom (A/C), en suite facilities (shower in the bedroom, separate WC). Double bedroom (A/C) with door to exterior, en suite facilities (shower in the bedroom, separate WC). WiFi.
Outside: Enclosed grounds with trees, lawned areas, terraces, private parking. Summer kitchen (dishwasher, hob, sink, fridge, microwave, wood oven, barbecue). Outdoor fireplace. Dining and sunbathing terraces. Stairs down to basement area with washing machine.
Private heated swimming pool (12m x 4m, uniform depth) with shallow beach area, steps and inbuilt seating area.

A truly special place for a relaxed and comfortable holiday, this trio of beautifully restored stone ‘trulli’ have a winning combination of character and comfort, set in the picturesque Valle d’Itria a short drive to pretty Carovigno and the stunning Adriatic coast.

The cream and honey tones of the stone walls and conical roofs of these traditional dwellings are matched in the wrap-around terracing, setting off the pale aqua of the pool. There is a shallow ‘beach’ area then integral steps, and a seating area to relax in… whilst watching the flat screen TV if you so wish!

The superb outdoor living space doesn’t stop there. Mere steps from the pool is a spacious covered dining area and fully equipped summer kitchen, complete with hob, barbecue and wood oven. The Mediterranean dream of alfresco cooking, reaching for a cool drink, and lingering over dinner is ready to become reality.

Moving inside, a kitchen-diner in the central trullo is flanked on either side by the two double bedrooms enjoying their own en suite facilities. The décor includes some lovely homely touches and decorative tiles creating real character.

When you are ready to explore, the whitewashed hilltop villages of the Itria Valley await, with their fabulous Baroque architecture and excellent eateries. Nearby Carovigno (2km) is particularly known for its ‘sbandieratori’ troupes whose displays of flag throwing and pageantry during summer festivals are a treat to see. Carovigno has a handy selection of shops and restaurants, with many more in bustling Ostuni (9km). The nearest beaches are only 10km away at Torre Santa Sabina with numerous coves and lidos to choose from within a 20-30 minute drive.

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Property Licence No. IT074002C200110053

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Great Things to Do Near Il Gelso

Florence of the South

Otherwise known as Lecce, the capital of Puglia. It is a city that fully embraced the Baroque style of architecture. Much remains today making Lecce a wonderful city to walk around. Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce and see if you can spot, on its ornate façade, griffins, dodos, angels and sheep…

La Citta della 'Nzegna

Carovigno is known as ‘La Citta della ‘Nzegna’ – the town of flags. It is renowned for its troupes of ‘sbandieratori’ who put on spectacular displays of flag throwing which are incredible to witness. Huge colourful flags are thrown between the men in displays of pageantry, accompanied by the sounds of drums and trumpets. If you get a chance to watch, do so - they are very impressive.

Città Bianche

The white towns of the Valle d’Itria are charming places to wander around. They all have the whitewashed buildings and a ‘centro storico’ (historic centre) with a maze of narrow streets but each one is different. Spend a morning in each (followed by lunch of course) to discover its charm. Your nearest are Carovigno and Ostuni.

Go underground and visit the ‘Grotte di Castellana’

The town of Castellana is famous for its network of caves, the largest in Italy. They are over 3km in length, go to a depth of 122m, and the temperature stays a constant 16.5C, so a refreshing place to visit when the outside temperatures soar. There are a couple of tours available: visit the full length or a shorter version of 1km.

Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve

Named after the tower that was built in the 16th Century as part of a coastal defence system, the nature reserve is a protected area covering 8km of coastline. The area includes wetlands, dunes, marshes, Mediterranean maquis, agricultural land and is home to a variety of animals and birds. The coast and sea are also part of the protected zone, with the rocky seabed teeming with underwater fauna and flora. You can explore the area on foot and on bike, and go snorkelling and diving in the clear blue waters.

I do like to be beside the seaside

This stretch of the Adriatic coastline has a laidback feel, its often rocky shore dotted with impromptu sunbathing spots and little coves as well as larger bays where a town or resort has developed. There are both traditional fishing harbours and chic beach clubs, and plenty of restaurants serving the freshest of fish dishes.

Cartapesta - papier-mâché

Remember making things from papier-mâché in school? Well, Puglia is famous for it and has elevated it to a fine art! It was used to construct statues for the many churches and monuments being built in Lecce. In the North of Italy, marble was commonly available and therefore used but in Lecce and the surrounding area, there wasn’t the access to marble and so the craftsmen improvised! Visit the Church of Santa Chiara in Lecce to see the cartapesta decorations on its ceiling. There are still workshops in Lecce making papier-mâché items and throughout Puglia you will find examples both to see and buy.

Trulli of Alberobello

The UNESCO World Heritage site of Alberobello is famous for its trulli: tiny limestone houses topped by conical roofs. Built without mortar, the houses mostly date from the 14th century, but the building technique has been used since ancient times. You will see them everywhere in this part of Puglia, especially in the Valle d’Itria but Alberobello is quite literally made up of them, there are over 1500. Visit early morning or late in the day to see them without the crowds.

Un caffè 'alla Salentina'

Have a coffee ‘alla Salentina’, an iced glass with 5 ice cubes, a layer of almond milk and hot coffee.

Weekly markets

Puglia is known as the Garden of Italy, supplying the country with vegetables and fruit, so where better to shop than in one of the local weekly markets? Visit Ostuni on a Saturday, Cisternino on Monday, Carovigno on Tuesday, Wednesday Martina Franca, Friday Locorotondo. They take place in the mornings until lunchtime, when you can head to one of the local restaurants or back to the villa to enjoy all the local produce you have just bought!

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Nearby

Towns/Villages

Carovigno	5 mins
Ostuni	15 mins
Ceglie Messapica	20 mins
Cisternino	35 mins
Locorotondo	45 mins
Monopoli	45 mins
Polignano a Mare	50 mins
Alberobello	50 mins
Matera	1 Hr 40 mins