Welcome to Trulli Martinella, a holiday villa to rent in Martina Franca, Puglia, Italy.

Trulli Martinella

Trulli Martinella 

A newly Renovated Trulli, set in an idyllic country side within 10 Mins from Martina Franca, 20 mins from Ostuni or Alberobello. Sleeps 4 + 2 (2 Bedrooms)

The property is over 100 years old and has been carefully restored during the past 4 years to preserve all the original features and stonework but at the same time brings the benefits of modern living.

The property is ideal for both a relaxing family holiday or as a fantastic base to explore the beautiful region of Puglia. The property has the benefit of being quiet and set amongst the beauty of the olive and fruit trees. You really feel secluded and can get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and relax but it is only a short drive to the to Martina Franca and Ceglie Messapica, the gastronomic centre of Puglia. The Trulli is within easy access of Ostuni, Cisternino, Alberobello and Locorotundo with their wonderful old historic centres.

Festivals in Puglia

There are Festivals all summer in Puglia, especially in the Valle D’Itria where Martina Franca is the capital

Check out www.pugliaevents.it

Activities in Puglia

Coast/Beach

wherever you are in Puglia, you are never far from the sea. The nearest beach on the Adriatic sea (Torre Canne) is less than 30 minutes drive from Martina Franca.

There is a wide choice of both sandy and rocky coastline with clear waters and little or no commercialism.

A drive down to the west Ionian coast will be rewarded by a long stretch of soft sand and crystal clear water (Marina di Pulsano) reputed to be the most acclaimed in Italy.

Golf

The San Domenico resort has a full 18 hole golf course beside the sea; The Coccaro Golf Club has a 9 hole course. Both are around a 30 minute drive away.

How to get there

Travel

The nearest airport to Trulli Martinella takes about 40 minutes to drive from Brindisi or one hour from Bari. See map

Ryanair flies to both Brindisi and Bari all year round. British Airways operates a summer service to Bari.

There are also many connecting flights to Brindisi and Bari via Milan and Rome for guests who would like to spend a couple of days visiting these beautiful cities as part of their holiday in Italy.

Distances

4km to Martina Franca. 10km to Ostuni. 40km to Brindisi airport.

Martina Franca today

 

Martina Franca, the capital of the Valle d’Itria

An exploration of the lovely Valle d’Itria (trulli country!) would not be complete without a visit to Martina Franca, the largest town in the area.

More buzzing than its three illustrious neighbours, Alberobello, Locorotondo and Cisternino, it has long been the commercial centre of the area, ever since Philip of Anjou granted it tax free status and various other privileges in 1310.

With Franca now appended to its name, old Martina was soon attracting new residents, including noble families and businessmen. Elegant palaces (at least 20 of note) and churches (over 15) began springing up throughout the old centre, testimony to the new-found wealth that was flowing into the town.

Until the reunification of Italy in 1861, Martina Franca was a fully walled town, with 24 towers and four gates. As it evolved to cater for more modern requirements, however, some of these towers were removed and other access roads punched into the walls. However, the four Renaissance and Baroque gates still exist, effectively delineating the old town from the more modern 19th century part of town, which also has some fine buildings and a shady park.

Opposite the park is the wide, tree-lined expanse of Piazza XX Settembre, which leads through the Porta di Santo Stefano (one of the four gates) into Piazza Roma, home to the impressive 17th century Palazzo Ducale. From here it is a short walk through the narrow streets to Piazza Plebiscito, the true heart of the town and backdrop to its masterpiece, the delightful Basilica di San Martino. Its intricate, sandy-coloured, über-Baroque façade is extremely fine, especially when illuminated by the evening sun.

From this splendid piazza, we recommend you just follow your nose and soak up the atmosphere, stopping off, perhaps, for refreshments in one of the many outdoor cafés… You won’t be sorry you came!

Good Thinking: one thing you must try or buy before leaving Martina Franca is some capocollo, a kind of cured ham that is the pride of the town. Mention it to any local and their faces will light up!

 

Accomodation – Photos, Description & Contents

A newly renovated traditional Trulli comprising of one master double bedroom with dressing room and one single bedroom. A further two adults and two children can be accommodated on the two sofa beds in the sitting room area.

Sitting Room

Sitting Room

Kitchen

Bathroom

Double Bedroom in original Trulli Cone

Accommodation

Bedrooms:	Master bedroom in main trulli cone benefits from exposed stone walls and a dressing room. Single bedroom in a small trulli cone. A further two adults and two children can be accommodated on the two sofa beds in the sitting room area.
Bathroom:	The bathroom with elegantly marble tiling is shared between master double bedroom and the main sitting room area. Comprises of large modern shower, bidet and WC.
Kitchen:	The kitchen is located beside the main sitting room with a newly built kitchen with high specification. Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher.
Utility Room:	A large fridge/freezer is located in a separate store/utility room.
Living Rooms:	The living room is light and airy and has a large open fire place and 2 x 3 seater sofa beds, with a 32′ HDTV and DVD player. The lounge benefits from central heating should it be required in the winter. Dining table seats 4 but can be extended for 6 people.
Other:	All rooms benefit from central heating for cold winter nights.
Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service:	Towels and linen are changed once a week on change over day (usually Saturday). The property is also cleaned once a week

All bedrooms of the main trulli complex are interconnected but also have their own (lockable) front door for separate access.

The property benefits from a new central heating system throughout for clients to use in the Spring, Autumn and Winter nights.

Amenities/Facilities provided

• hob/stove,

• oven,

•  fridge/freezer,

• microwave,

• dishwasher,

• washing machine,

• iron/ironing board,

• HDTV,

• DVD player

• Stereo system for IPod/MP3 player

• central heating,

• cot and baby bath

Accessibility

The property is located on one level and has wide double doors for disabled access.

Vines

Trulli Martinella is situated in 4,500 metres of land (just under 1.7 acres) with grape vines, several olive and fruit trees.

The Trulli is accessed via a private iron gate and can accommodate a number of cars.

A huge patio of around 100M2 is located in front of the villa and is ideal for summer entertaining. A separate Patio is located at the side of the villa.

A utility building is located to the side of the villa which contains the washing machine, there is also an outdoor garden set comprising of a large wooden table and 6 chairs.

An introduction to Puglia, the heel of Italy

Welcome to Puglia (poo-lia), Italy’s south-easternmost region, the heel of the boot we learn about in our earliest geography lessons!

Porta di Santo Stefano, one of Martina Franca's four town gates

In many respects, Puglia is the perfect holiday destination, offering not only some of Italy’s loveliest beaches but also a sublime climate, a series of fascinating towns, a number of important archaeological sites and, last but certainly not least, an excellent culinary tradition bristling with local specialities!

With over 800km of coastline, Puglia is well-loved by those with a penchant for beaches or life on the open sea! Whether you spend time on the Adriatic shores around the Straits of Otranto or the enormous stretches of sandy beaches on the Ionian Sea in the south-west, you will never have to go far to find an ideal spot. All this with a climate as warm and sunny as anywhere in the Mediterranean!

Puglia’s history is inextricably linked with those of other Mediterranean countries and the invaders who came from afar: the ancient Greeks, the Romans, the Byzantines, the Normans, Emperor Fredrick II and the Spanish Bourbons. All left their imprint in some tangible way.

The main towns and cities include northern Foggia, Bari, the regional capital, Brindisi, a bustling port town, Taranto, one of Italy’s most important naval ports and beautiful Lecce. Each has its own significant attractions and splendid baroque or mediaeval old town centres. Puglia is also home to some uniquely delightful small towns, such as all-white Ostuni, sea-front Otranto, the fortified island town of Gallipoli and, on the southern tip, Santa Maria di Leuca, with its opulent Liberty-style sea-front villas.

The central Puglian towns of Alberobello, Locorotondo, Cisternino and Martina Franca are famous for delightful old-town centres and their trulli, traditional circular stone houses with conical roofs. The centre of Alberobello is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to the high concentration of these distinctive constructions.

Local and international festivals add a little spice to life, especially in the summer with events such as the Otranto Jazz Festival and La Notte della Tarante, where the area’s traditional dance, the Pizzica is celebrated.

So much to explore, so much beauty to contemplate and so many things to do!