Villa Foggiali
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Overview
Villa Foggiali, situated near the picturesque town of Castellana Grotte on the southern coast of Italy, is a beautifully restored Trulli stone house that exudes simplicity and comfort. Steeped in history, the villa has retained its original stone walls, distinctive domed ceilings, and a collection of authentic artefacts, creating a genuine rustic ambiance. Spanning one hundred and ten square meters across two floors, the villa accommodates up to six guests in its three double bedrooms, ideal for a family holiday, or a group of friends’ sharing. Villa Foggiali is part of a small shared complex, with your own private terrace, garden, and swimming pool.
The domed roof, stone walled ground floor welcomes you with a warm living space featuring comfortable chairs, and a flat screen television for your amusement. A classic six seater dining set, wooden settle, and matching sideboard is just right for some indoor entertaining. The fully-equipped modern kitchen includes an oven, hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, and that must-have Italian morning coffee maker.
The two ground floor has two simply furnished double bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed, a bedside table, and a wardrobe, whilst the second bedroom with two single beds, and a bedside table. These bedrooms share a well-appointed stylish bathroom with a walk-in shower, hand basin, bidet, and WC.
Take the stairs to the upper floor where you'll find the third bedroom with a double bed, bedside table, wardrobe, and an ensuite shower room. A balcony off this bedroom offers panoramic picturesque views of the surrounding local countryside.
Outside, the villa unfolds into a private oasis. A terrace leads to a meticulously-manicured lawned garden, with steps leading down to the brand-new step-entry swimming pool, inviting guests to bask in the sun on comfortable loungers. A pergola-covered soft seating area provides shade, and a six-seater picnic bench-style dining table sits under a veranda, and offers the perfect spot for outdoor meals. The summer kitchen, BBQ, and pizza oven complete the al fresco dining experience.
Facilities include complimentary air conditioning and Wi-Fi, and ample shared parking spaces with the owner. An electric car charging station is available, and baby amenities are thoughtfully provided.
What you should know…
- Villa Foggiali is part of a small shared complex, with its own private terrace, garden, and swimming pool
- Villa Foggiali’s parking spaces are shared with the owner
- The bedroom with the twin beds is very cosy, perfect for children
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Stone walled living space with French window access to gardens
- Seating area with arm chairs, TV, original artefacts, six seater wooden dining set and sideboard, wooden settle, and table, pouffes
- Modern fully-equipped kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, coffee maker
- Master bedroom with double bed, bedside table, wardrobe
- Bedroom 2: two single beds, bedside table
- Shared bathroom with shower, hand basin, bidet, WC
First Floor
- Bedroom 3: double bed, bedside table, wardrobe, ensuite shower room, countryside view balcony
Exterior Grounds
- Terrace with lawned garden
- Step entry swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Pergola-covered soft seating area
- Six seater picnic bench style dining table
- Summer kitchen
- Pizza oven
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking (shared with owner)
- Electric car charging station – subject to charge
- Baby amenities
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa FoggialiVilla Foggiali can be found in the heart of the Puglian countryside, near to the village of Castellana Grotte, and a short drive to the hot spot resort of Monopoli, on the south coast of Italy. The villa is a scenic sixty kilometre drive from Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport.
In the village of Castellana Grotte you will find shops and stores with provisions for your stay, and lots of welcoming friendly cafes, bars, and restaurants. Visit the Grotte di Castellana, an underground cave of stalactite and stalagmite formations, see the Chiesa Matrice church, and take a short drive to Trullo Sovrano, a traditional Apulian dry stone hut with a conical roof.
A ten minute drive will take you to the nearest beaches of Monopoli, with several beautiful sandy shores, and a charming old town with narrow, cobbled streets, the historic Castle of Carlo V, the frescoed Palmieri Palace, an Archeological Museum, and the impressive Baroque Cathedral.
Travel further afield to the traditional fascinating towns of Polignano a Mare, Ostuni, Zoosafari Fasanolandia, Ostuni, Egnazia Archaeological Park, Cisternino, and Torre Canne, each offering unique experiences.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Bari Aiport
(62km ) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Bari Ferry Port
(55km ) |
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| Nearest Town |
Castellana Grotte
(3km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Supermercarto, Castellana Grotte
(3km ) |
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| Nearest Golf |
San Domenico Golf
(29km ) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Lido Azzurro
(23km ) |
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Region
Puglia, located in the picturesque heel of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula, is a region that captivates visitors with its unique charm and rich cultural heritage. Boasting a diverse landscape of sun-soaked coastlines, rolling vineyards, and historic towns, Puglia offers an enchanting blend of natural beauty, architectural wonders, and vibrant traditions.
Please be aware that a number of nearby amenities - pharmacies, supermarkets, restaurants, for example - may be closed or have limited opening hours during low season.
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesYou and your children will have a fabulous holiday when you stay in Villa Foggiali. The villa has its own private pool, where they can swim and splash all day, and enclosed gardens, where they can safely play. In the village your children will love exploring the underground caves made with limestone stalactite and stalagmite formations.
The nearest family friendly beaches can be found in the holiday resort of Monopoli, especially Cala Porta Vecchia and Porto Verde, perfect for building sandcastles and swimming in the sea. Nearby Capitolo, offer great amenities, Tore Canne has thermal baths and calm waters, whilst picturesque Savelletri has sandy and rocky areas for them to explore. Your older children can dive into windsurfing and kayaking or see fishy friends while snorkeling along the coast.
Hike and bike along the scenic trails to discover the local flora and fauna. All aboard for a boat trip, explore cool caves, or stay dry on a glass-bottom boat while peeking at marine life beneath.
Spend the day wandering around Monopoli's Old Town, visit the Archeological Museum and Baroque Cathedral, before enjoying ice cream in the square.
Have a family fun day out at Acquapark Egnazia, with swimming pools and slides for kids of all ages. Zoo Safari Fasano promises a day filled with surprises, with its mixture of wildlife and amusement park attractions.
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
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| Security deposit | €2,000 charged to client’s credit card by the owner upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection Or, a €99 non-refundable insurance, which covers up to a maximum of €5,000.00 in case of damage, charged to client’s credit card by the owner upon arrival. |
| Arrival time | 16:00 - 20:00 |
| Departure time | 10:00 |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €2,000 charged to client’s credit card by the owner upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection Or, a €99 non-refundable insurance, which covers up to a maximum of €5,000.00 in case of damage, charged to client’s credit card by the owner upon arrival. |
| Arrival time | 16:00 - 20:00 |
| Departure time | 10:00 |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included. |
| Minimum stay | 4 - 5 nights during low season. All other durations on request. |
| Changeover day | Saturday during peak season. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €100 per pet will apply (paid locally). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. |
| Pool heating charge? | Not available on this property. |
| Pool opening dates? | The pool is open approximately beginning of May to end-October. Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Tax | Italian Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Stag & Hen Do's Allowed? | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Other extras available at an extra cost to be paid locally: CRIB: €25.00 per stay (on request) EXTRA CLEANING: €30.00 per hour per person (on request) EXTRA LINEN: €25.00 per person (on request) HIGH CHAIR: €25.00 per stay (on request) |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. Published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 2 people:
| Rental period | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - Jun 1st 2024 | £1,258 | £1,572 | £2,200 |
| Jun 1st 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £1,687 | £2,108 | £2,951 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Jul 14th 2024 | - | £2,546 | £3,563 |
| Jul 14th 2024 - Aug 3rd 2024 | - | - | £3,563 |
| Aug 3rd 2024 - Aug 17th 2024 | - | - | £3,963 |
| Aug 17th 2024 - Aug 18th 2024 | - | - | £4,400 |
| Aug 18th 2024 - Aug 25th 2024 | - | £3,040 | £4,255 |
| Aug 25th 2024 - Sep 1st 2024 | - | £2,488 | £3,483 |
| Sep 1st 2024 - Sep 8th 2024 | £1,991 | £2,488 | £3,483 |
| Sep 8th 2024 - Sep 28th 2024 | £1,687 | £2,108 | £2,951 |
| Sep 28th 2024 - Nov 4th 2025 | £1,258 | £1,572 | £2,200 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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