Holiday house for rental in Ostuni Puglia

The accommodation

Luxurious holiday house for rent in the historic center of Ostuni. A window on the sea where the gaze is lost on the promontory up to the hills leaving space to the colors of the blue sea. It can comfortably accommodate 4 people and it is near the walls of "Viale Oronzo Quaranta" which easily lead, within just 8-minute drive, to the sandy coast of Villanova. Enjoy the sea view terrace, the whiteness of the local stone, the intimacy and the view of the "soft room", enjoy the roundness of the roof with the "barrel vaults." Those who rent this house truly lived the experience of an Apulian house.

DETAILS: Guests have access to the large kitchen, to a large stone table and a living area with sofa bed, also comfortable for adults. This room leads to the terrace through the spiral staircase, which ends in the romantic "soft room", a loft with parquet floor on which lies a comfortable double bed. From both places you can see the sea. This is the ‘Welcome’ that Ostuni gives you.

Setting

You are upon the city walls of Ostuni, 'Viale Oronzo Quaranta'. From here it is easy the access to the country road leading to the sea in just 8 minutes by car. Rewarded for 25 years by "Blue Flag" for having some among the cleanest beaches in Italy, Ostuni offers long golden sandy beaches that alternate with "bays" with the emerald waters, the "pocket -beach". In summer, from the terrace, you will notice posing brides. It’s here that they love to photograph themselves on the " postcard road ". On Sunday, the tolling of bells, will be felt. You are 100 meters from the church "Our Lady of the Star".

Old Town and nightlife: in 400 meters there are numerous places, restaurants, bars, all with their special design and the lovely view. For a typical Apulian dinner we recommended “ Osteria del tempo perso". Stop nearby for a cocktail at the bar "Riccardo Cafe" placed among the typical houses painted with lime, the narrow streets and picturesque stairways. It’s a place that dates back to the thirteenth century. ,Defined by the "Corriere della Sera" one of the most evocative place of the Valle D'Itria.

Activities and attractions

AGREEMENTS: At 600 meters from you, the restaurant "Coffee Cavour". We recommend this place for anyone who loves fish, as well as bar and ice cream shop. It is placed in an underground oil mill, which, in the Middle Ages, it was used to produce olive oil. The "Coffee Cavour" has unearthed this treasure leaving intact its characteristics. Note the settling tanks of oil, the original floor and the manger with the millstone and the tunnel where the olives were unloaded. The value for money is really appreciable, the hospitality of the owners even more.

INCREDIBLE: In the museum of " Pre-Classic civilizations Museum of southern Murgia" located in Ostuni it is exposed the oldest mother in the world: DELIA. A woman of 28,000 years old. The woman was found in an advanced state of pregnancy as evidenced by the eight-month fetus carried in the womb. The mother's body was found in a crouched position, with the left hand placed under his head and his right hand gently resting on the belly, as if to protect the creature that never saw the light. The remains of what was an important discovery were placed in a special casket equipped in order to symbolically unite the mother and her unborn child. Stage of the famous Tv programme 'Ulysses' by Alberto Angela.

NEARBY: guests are recommend to take a program before arriving. Try to look at a map, Ostuni, is in a central location. So, within 60 minutes’ drive from north to south you just have to choose: the beaches of Natural Oasis of Torre Guaceto, Brindisi, Locorotondo, Ceglie, Martina Franca, Fasano, Castellana Caves, Monopoli, Alberobello, Lecce and Polignano a Mare, the city 'of' Mr. Volare '.

Free events: at 500 meters, stop in Piazza Libertà at the tourist office "Borgo Ostuni". A team of experts will give you your daily tour and a city map. Every Wednesday at 21 , from here, a tour guide starts the free tour in the historic center. On this occasion a folk group performs in the Cathedral Square. Dressed in costume over 20 members, including children, invite you in the typical Apulian dance: the "Pizzica". In summer, every Saturday night from 20 to 23 the culture makes the extraordinary. It is possible to visit for free with an experienced guide, the cathedral. Ostuni celebrates its Patron Saint in the last week of August. Four days of celebrations, concerts, fireworks and the big free concert in the square. Special guests: famous singers.