Trulli Vistas

• the classic simplicity of this stylish and comfortable restoration of a traditional building which has retained many of it original features including the fireplace, stone archways and floors. An elevated position secures you the privacy and open views needed to create the sense of a real escape. The garden is beautifully designed and maintained and brims over with lavender, Oleander, etc and is generally a riot of colour and scent in the Summer
• the countryside is gently rolling in these parts and perfect for cycling and hiking. This villa is right next to the new cycle route through Puglia which passes over a roman viaduct. Hire bikes from Ostuni (which can be delivered and collected – details provided by Glenn and Steve) and amble your way through the countryside, passing farms, and stopping off for a picnic and the odd bit of lunch time drinking
• providing much of Italy’s olive oil, wine and fish, Puglia is a food lover’s paradise. Think really fresh seafood or lamb spit roast over thyme leaves washed down with a glass of local red. Don’t forget to sample the great wines of this region, including Primitivo, Negroamaro and Malvasia. The grapes that produce these wines are almost exclusively grown in Puglia which is why they are so prized. There are plenty of vineyards to visit
• the spectacular azure coastline with uncrowded beaches are about 30 minutes drive away. Essentially the further along the coast you head towards the nature reserve and dunes the more spectacular and private it becomes. Check out this NATURE RESERVE BY THE SEA.
• if you want to go further afield then head south and explore Greek Salento where the Greek-Byzantine influence is very strong and where the locals speak a dialect known as neo-Greek. Head towards Lecca and Galipoli for an area largely untouched by tourists. Lecce is is the jewel in the crown, home to the stunning  Santa Croce Basilica  and the vast Piazzadel Duomo bounded by the cathedral, the bishops palace and a seminary. Meanwhile Gallipoli by the sea is everything you would expect from a stylish Italian seaside town
• the big joy is that you can enjoy all of these places without the jostling hordes that descend on Florence and Rome because its not on the tourist map … yet. This feature in the Guardian is an excellent overview of this area in terms of GAY TRAVEL or anyone tired of the usual gay resorts

• two bedrooms and two bathrooms sleeping up to four. The mastersuite has a large double bed, a sitting area and the bathroom is ensuite. The second bedroom has a double or twin bed option
• private swimming pool (10x5M) in beautiful landscaped gardens. Poolside shaded outdoor pergola, patio area and dining table with barbeque for al fresco dining
• large modern eat-in fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and washing machine
• DVD, WiFi, Ipod docking station in the comfortable sitting room
• central Heating for those chilly out of season nights

Glenn and Steve have collectively worked all over the world and have now settled in the UK. Glenn, originally from the US, is a marketing consultant and Steve, from the UK, works in the technology sector.

Sick of the unpredictable UK weather, they were drawn to southern Italy in search of sunshine and beaches where they fell in love with Puglia’s rustic Italian authenticity – and the food and wine.

They both love the outdoors and Puglia has provided them with the perfect combination of climate, beaches, and opportunities for cycling and exploring the wonders of this largely unspoilt part of the world.

Glenn and Steve also own other beautiful villas in the area, and if Trulli Vistas is full (and it often is) then you should ask them about other options in the area. They include Trulli Roccia (3 bed/3 bath) details for which are also on Further Afield, Trulli Pesto  (2 bed/2 bath) and Trulli Pecorino (2 bed/ 2 bathrooms and all with  private pools.