Michael loves the tranquillity of the spot and the quality. Ray especially loves the majesty of the olive tree in and close to the piazzale, and the stunning pool. Annie loves the colours – even the fridge is sky-blue!

Particularly suitable for adults and sleeping up to 4, with two double en-suite bedrooms, and a shared pool, this is another of our own special trulli – magnificent and comfortable. Detached and next to Trullo Noce, and in a typically lovely Pugliese rural location, it has a very spacious, quite open-plan, living area. Of extremely good quality, it feels “like a home from home”. Guests wrote “Having stayed elsewhere in star-rated accommodation with a maximum possible of four stars, Trullo Melograno should have twelve!!” Many thanks to Pat & Tony Lee, from Codsall.

Approached down a long track, it is very private and guests constantly marvel at the stillness, peace and tranquillity. Outside, the lovely split-level piazzale, with its built-in barbecue, affords guests the best of both worlds – plenty of space to enjoy the sun, and lots of room to relax under the large old olive tree. Overlooking extensive grounds, with a variety of fruit trees and majestic, mature olive trees, this is a stunning trullo. Guests are welcome to help themselves to any fruit and nuts in season.

Landscaped into the grounds (about 50m away) and discreetly hidden by dry stone walls, is the fabulous swimming pool. Shared only with Trullo Noce, and in an idyllic location, with views reaching far into the distance, this is surely a slice of paradise.

Our stock of our neighbour’s wine (and honesty box) – ridiculously reasonably priced, has also proved to be very popular – very popular, indeed! Another big hit is our olive oil - extra virgin, cold press and as organic as it gets, it is Pugliese oil at its best.

Note that there is an open stone staircase, at the front of the trullo - a traditional and attractive feature giving access to the roof. Therefore, a possible hazard for over-adventurous guests!

Smoking – we ask smokers to smoke outside only please.

Anyone can restore a trullo…..but, after being in Puglia for more than twenty years, few do it with our passion, energy and knowledge, and our hearts have definitely ruled our heads. With respect for their unique structure, character and style, we restore them to a high standard, with stone floors, stone cones and sympathetic use of local and traditional materials. We use only the best local Pugliese craftsmen and we skimp on nothing. Spacious, with superbly fitted shower rooms with large showers, they have tasteful furnishings, and are decorated with Sicilian and Pugliese ceramics, and local artists’ paintings. They have central heating, wood-burning stoves, with wood for guests to use, free of charge, and mosquito nets. They are full of those little extra touches, which make places so special, and we have done our utmost to ensure that they feel more like a real home, than a holiday home. Each trullo has a lovely terrace (piazzale), with built-in barbecue, and so much outside space that it is a real treat.

3km from Cisternino, in a rural setting of rolling countryside, dry stone walls and mature olive trees, all five of our trulli are surrounded by extensive grounds and the charm of their location cannot be overstated. Ray has indulged in his passion for trees, transplanting huge olive trees and planting native and ornamental trees and shrubs. Many of our guests have loved picking fresh figs for breakfast, walnuts and almonds to munch on, and even pomegranates.

Our pools are magnificent. Trullo Melograno and Trullo Noce share a beautiful, large pool. In the most idyllic location, with fabulous views, it is landscaped into the grounds and “hidden” behind dry stone walls. A real slice of paradise, the tranquility of this spot is difficult to find in a modern world.

■ Highly recommended for early and late bookings and all year round

■ Wood-burning stove, with wood provided, free of charge

■ Central heating included for early, late and winter bookings; other times supplement payable

■ Twice-weekly clean (between 0900-1300, included

■ Towels and beach/pool towels provided

■ Sunbeds

■ Washing machine & Dishwasher

■ CD player

■ Smoking - outside only please

■ Shared pool with sunbathing terraces, in the grounds; 3/4-30/10, weather permitting

■ Mosquito nets & safe

Special Offers:

No special offers available at this time.

Transfers / Car Hire:

Car Hire Included

Recommended Airports:

Brindisi & Bari approx. 1 hour(s)