This Puglian countryside escape is perfect for couples: Set on four acres of olive groves and oak trees, this dreamy one-bedroom farmhouse stays true to the style of the region with whitewashed interiors and stone accents. The property is located in the heart of Apulia, in Noci, and has standout design elements like a stone swimming pool, an outdoor kitchen, a time-worn fireplace, and a lush agricultural landscape. You’ll find lots of thoughtful art and objects peppered throughout the house, and while there are other villas on the grounds, the large private gardens and ample space between them make them feel secluded and quiet.
Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
Amenities: Pool, garden space, WiFi, dedicated workspace, free parking
Location: Noci
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This spacious villa is the kind of place that makes a case for traveling with a group. Set on almost 10 acres of countryside (complete with olive groves, an orchard, and centuries-old trees) Villa Gioia sleeps up to 21 across three floors of frescoed ceilings, grand living rooms, and bedrooms with en-suites. (Celebrating a milestone? It has an expansive pool and an orange grove that doubles as an event space.)
The ground floor sets the tone with an impressive entrance hall, a banquet room with a fireplace, and a large kitchen opening onto a veranda with a dining table for 20. Located between Castel del Monte, Trani, and Alberobello, it’s a home base as much as it is a destination in and of itself.
Rooms: 9 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms
Amenities: Private pool, outdoor kitchen, wood-burning pizza oven, BBQ, veranda dining, frescoed interiors, smart TV, orange grove, olive grove, WiFi
Location: Corato
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