Villa Rhodiola

Villa Rhodiola is a modern and spacious 7-bedroom home surrounded by ancient olive groves in the region of Puglia. Nearby you can visit rocky bays, villages and charming towns with ease making this a perfect place to stay on a trip with friends or family.

Approaching the home you will see a typical Salento farmhouse. This attractive villa is actually new but has been lovingly constructed in this traditional style to fit seamlessly in to the landscape. The home is enveloped by olive trees which are hundreds of years old and by vibrant red earth and native plant life.

As you enter the home, the traditional style of the exterior gives way to chic, contemporary interiors which have been decorated in calming tones and furnished with the highest quality pieces. On the ground floor you will find a comfortable living room with a sofa and TV for cosy nights in and a stunning green feature kitchen which opens up on to the covered al-fresco dining area where your party can tuck into an Italian feast and talk the night away.

When you need to rest after a busy day of sightseeing then there are 7 bedrooms you can choose from, spread over the ground and lower-ground floors. All of the rooms have been decorated in a light and neutral palette with little splashes of colour which flows through to the en-suites. Each of the bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and one of the rooms even has an inviting freestanding bath.

With the Mediterranean climate, you are sure to want to make the most of the outdoor space which is a terrific feature. Enjoy the 2 hectares of landscaped gardens which come with a dining area, outdoor kitchen, comfy seating and of course the infinity pool with hydromassage feature and amazing views!

If you need to pick up some groceries or you would like to nip out for lunch, then the nearest village is just a 1.5km walk away with shops, cafes and restaurants.

Make sure to visit Acquaviva di Marittima, a gorgeous bay enclosed by rugged cliffs and wild flowers with clear water for swimming and snorkeling. Head inland to the village where you can visit the medieval convent, wander through the park and the winding streets and visit a traditional trattoria for an evening meal.

There are a number of larger towns in easy-each of the villa too such as Castro which is a must-visit coastal destination known as the “pearl of the Salento” and is a mere 5km away or Tricase which is 8.5km away and has a wealth of historic attractions to see. If you would like to head out a little further for the day then why not drive to Lecce which is the main city on the Salento peninsula and is 47km away.