La Chanca

La Chanca is a located within a large rural estate in the heart of Puglia, just 9km inland from Monopoli’s beaches. The villa is a chic, comfortable home hailing from the 16th-century, complete with the original domed trulli which are found only in this region. 

As you arrive at the villa you will not fail to notice the charm and beauty of the original external walls and the pretty conical roofs. The owners have lovingly restored these aspects of the home to make sure La Chanca blends seamlessly into the local landscape. 

Indoors, the attractive 400-year-old stone work continues and natural light pours into the spacious, white-washed rooms. The interiors however are modern and elegant; alongside the period features, fireplaces and original materials you will find a sleek steel kitchen, top quality furnishings and contemporary bathrooms. Care has been taken to provide everything you need to make your stay here relaxing and amenities include Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and TVs with streaming services. 

The villa is all set on one floor, with the living spaces on one side and the bedrooms on the other. The main living area is a large open-plan room which incorporates a sitting area, vast dining table and flows through in to the kitchen. With doors on to the garden this is the perfect space for coming together as a group over an evening meal or a glass of wine. If the kids would prefer a little space for themselves then there is also a second living room with a TV.

When you wish to retire for the evening you have a choice between four gorgeous bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Each room is accessed independently from the garden giving guests a little added privacy. 

One of the best features of La Chanca is the incredible garden which is a huge 50,000 m2! With a lovely climate and views over the surrounding, this is a little oasis where you are sure to spend plenty of time. In the garden there is a private saltwater pool, an outdoor kitchen and bar plus lots of sitting and dining spaces. 
Though you the villa enjoys a rural location, the closest village is just 2km away and can be reached by car or a 20-minute walk (along country roads). In the village there are a few places to eat as well as a post-office, shop and deli. 

The nearest town is Monopoli, which is 9km away by car and has everything you could need for your Italian escape. This pretty seaside town has a great range of beaches; the main beach is Cala Porta Vecchia which backs on to the old town walls but there are lots of other beaches, from small swimming coves to sweeping sandy beaches offering water sports such as kite surfing, diving and snorkelling. Monopoli is a historic town with a picturesque harbour and a number of fascinating places to visit, such as the imposing castle built in the 1500s and the breathtaking cathedral. Additionally, there are lots of shop, markets, bars and restaurants in town. 

If you would like to visit the enchanting town of Polignano a Mare then it is just 17km away by car, while the famous trulli town of Alberobello is 15km away.