Trullo Lina sits in its own private olive grove, in an idyllic rural setting. It is located just 2 km from the centre of Alberobello, in the pictoresque Valle d'Itria, in the heart of Puglia. Alberobello is a UNESCO world heritage site famous for its trulli houses with their distinctive conical shaped roofs. The town has a wide selection of restaurants and quality food shops. Trullo Lina is within a short drive of Martina Franca, Locorotondo and Ostuni. The property stands at the end of a private track, 300 metres from the public tarmacked lane, and it is a haven of tranquility. Silence is only broken by bird song from the neighbouring wood and occasional tractors ploughing the land. It is the perfect destination for a relaxing holiday, away from the stresses of modern life.

Much thought has been put into equipping the trullo as a home not just a holiday rental. All the fixtures and fittings are of a high standard, and furniture has been chosen in keeping with the style of a typical trullo. Trullo Lina sleeps 8 people comfortably (or up to 10 if including small children, making use of the sofa-bed and/or cot for an infant). There are 4 bedrooms (2 double and 2 twin), 2 bathrooms, a sitting room with fireplace, a large dining room, and a separate fully equipped kitchen.

The main entrance leads into the sitting room which is situated in the biggest cone. It has beautifully restored stone walls, wood beams and lots of nooks and crannies typical of trulli. From the door and window there are far-reaching views across the front terrace to the olive grove beyond. In the summer it stays cool, and is a welcome retreat from the hot Puglian sun. In the winter it is cosy and warm, with central heating and a log fire. Two of the bedrooms have double beds with bedside cabinets, drawers and hanging space. The other two bedrooms each have 2 x single beds and are furnished with bedside cabinets, drawers and hanging space. The bathrooms are lined with local marble, and each has a walk-in shower, large sink with mirrored cabinet, toilet and bidet.

The kitchen is located in one of the original 19th century cones. It has all the luxuries of a 21st century kitchen; stone work surfaces, hand-built cupboards, fan-assisted electric oven, large 6-ring gas hob, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, toaster and kettle. There are ample pans and utensils, crockery, cutlery, wine glasses and tumblers to cater for 10 guests. The dining room is spacious, light and airy with stone vaulted ceilings and French windows to the front and rear terraces, and views over the extensive undulating land to the front and the swimming pool at the back. There is a large dining table and chairs, seating 8-10 adults.

To the exterior of the trullo are over 600 square metres of terraces paved with natural local stone. At the rear is a barbeque and a large table and chairs under a wooden gazebo. This overlooks a garden where butterflies thrive in the lavender bushes. Beyond here through a gate is the large circular swimming pool (with external shower). There is ample space around the pool for sunbathing on the sunbeds and deckchairs or taking a 'siesta' in the shade of an olive tree or one of the two gazebos.

The stunning terrace at the front of the house has two garden areas and looks out across the terraced olive grove. It has a hand-crafted wrought iron gazebo to provide a spacious shaded eating area with a square table seating 10-12. It is perfect for lunch, dinner, or sunset aperitifs. Attached to the trullo is another covered sitting area; a comfortable L-shaped sofa with low coffee table is perfect for chilling with a book or having drinks.

The villa is hired on a weekly basis and available all year round. The swimming pool is open from May to October. It sleeps up to 8 adults and 2 children. Please note, no pets are allowed. Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the property.

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This 100 square metre, beautifully restored apartment in Monopoli occupies the top floor of an early 19th century aristocratic 'palazzo' in the heart of the old town (centro storico), and is reached via a wide stone communal staircase.

Centrally located between the old fishing port, the San Carlo Castle and Piazza Palmieri, it is ideal for those who who want to be in the heart of the action. Shops, bars and restaurants are on your doorstep whilst both the market and the nearest beach are just a 5-minute stroll through the narrow, shady streets.

In the evenings the town is buzzing with people of all ages on their evening promenade; most of the restaurants don't stop serving till midnight for the locals who typically stay out until the early hours of the morning.

The apartment has been sympathetically restored by local craftsmen, and is tastefully furnished with quality fixtures and fittings. It is very spacious, light and airy with tiled floors, high white stucco ceilings, and exposed 'tufo' stone. All the windows have internal shutters. There is air conditioning in the bedrooms, and central heating throughout the apartment for the winter months. There is a large dining kitchen, a sitting room, 2 large double bedrooms, 2 large shower rooms and a utility room. French doors from the main bedroom and the kitchen lead onto the 90-sqm private roof terrace, and another communal terrace with sea view above the flat.

The spacious kitchen/diner has a dining table and chairs to seat eight people comfortably. The work surfaces are made of local Trani marble and the walls have large exposed tufo stone. The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge-freezer, dishwasher, electric oven, large gas hob, kettle, toaster, and a large selection of pans, cutlery, crockery and glassware. The utility room has a second fridge with freezer and washing machine. Constant hot water is supplied by the gas boiler.

The sitting room has a large sofa, television and DVD player. There is a bookcase with a selection of books (fiction, childrens' books and travel guides) and games.

The main bedroom is particularly spacious with a large double bed and a small double sofa-bed. French doors open onto the private roof terrace. This bedroom features an ensuite shower room with travertine marble lined walls and a large walk-in shower, large basin with mirrored cabinet and suspended toilet and bidet. The second bedroom has a large double bed, fitted wardrobes, mahogany chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. This bedroom is at the opposite end of the apartment and just along the corridor from the 2nd shower room which is fully tiled with a large shower cubicle a mirrored cabinet over the sink, suspended wc and bidet.

The apartment boasts a generous, sunny south-facing private terrace with a large covered area with teak table and chairs. This is accessed directly from the kitchen and the master bedroom. The terrace is adorned with bougainvillea, jasmine, prickly pears and other typical plants. Note, although the terrace is fully enclosed by railings we recommend young children should not be left unsupervised on the private terrace. There is also a shared roof terrace above the apartment with spectacular views of the port. Access is via the communal stairs Again, it is important that young children are supervised at all times on this terrace.

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