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Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee

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The villa
La villa
Panoramic roof terrace
Terrazza panoramica
Buganville's roof terrace (from the upper terrace of the villa)
Patio with masonry barbecue and access to outdoor shower
Living room
soggiorno

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 567 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Puglia, Provincia di Lecce
  • Vado Tower
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lido Marini Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Pescoluse Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee

Villa Morocco is a beautiful Mediterranean villa, surrounded by a mature, extensive, and luxuriant garden, all fences The villa stands in a magnificent sea view location between the coast villages of Pescoluse and Torre Pali. The villa is very close (only 1500 metres) to the beautiful white sand beaches and crystal-clear Ionian Sea (blue flag). The famous cliffs and caves are also near, just 9km away. Villa Morocco is conveniently situated for sightseeing as it is quite near (only 7 kilometres) to the highway, thus making the tourist towns easy to reach. The villa is shaded by tall pine trees and in its grounds there are also olive, citrus and fruit trees, flowers and rose bushes, and the aromatic plants of the Mediterranean bush. The villa is built around a large inner court with potted plants and it is divided into self-standing, completely independent properties. Each property has two doors, (one leading to the patio and one to the inner court), its own private outdoor areas (large shaded patio, roof terrace) in addition to the villa garden, and a covered parking space inside the gates. From the villa and the grounds you can enjoy delightful sea views.

SEASIDE AND COUNTRYSIDE AND SIGHTSEEING: The location of the villa is quite special: it is a country house (a “masseria”) but at the same time it is really near the beach (only 1500 mt) and is also close to the highway (just 7 km) and to the coast road (900 metres). You can enjoy the peace and quiet of a country retreat as well as spectacular sea-views but you can also get to the beach in a matter of minutes and to the highway in less than a quarter of an hour. Thus the villa combines the charm of a “masseria” (ancient farm house), surrounded by a very large, mature garden, with the convenience of a seaside accommodation and with the advantage of being extremely well-located for sightseeing as the highway is so near. The extensive grounds of the villa include a pine wood and an olive grove, palms and oleanders, citrus and fruit trees, a little kitchen garden with season produce and a herb patch. Before their arrival, guests will receive a file with some information on restaurants, shops, beach lidos, places worth visiting etc.

LONG, FINE SAND BEACHES & CLIFFS and CAVES: Salve’s coast is mainly composed of long fine sand beaches, all with Blue flag status. There are lidos where you can rent beach umbrellas, etc alternating with “free” beach. The beaches are very clean and the sea is warm and clear. It is safe for young children as the sea bottom slopes gently down.
Going towards S. Maria di Leuca the shore becomes rocky. At the “Porticciolo” beauty spot (9 km from the villa) you can see the first caves, sunbathe on the cliff and dive into the sea.
The boat tours from the crystalline Ionian sea to the sapphire blue Adriatic are a fantastic way of seeing the caves. From S. Maria di Leuca to Otranto, the wonderful coast road is right over the reefs, with spectacular inlets like “il Ciolo”, etc.
The coast is enchanting also on the Ionian side, from Leuca to Gallipoli and Taranto. The magnificent nature and marine reserve of Porto Selvaggio (nature trails in the pine forest) and the splendid reefs of Torre Uluzzo are at 45 minutes’ drive from the villa.

TOURIST TOWNS & SUMMER FESTIVALS: Salento is one of the most beautiful parts of Puglia. Within easy reach from the property you can find the splendours of Baroque art, Norman castles, Roman amphitheatres, frescoes and mosaic floors in churches. Don’t miss the wonderful Lecce, Gallipoli, Galatina, Otranto but also S. Maria di Leuca, Presicce, Alessano, Specchia, Maglie etc are certainly worth a visit. Last but not least, all the landscape is rich in artistic details: Saracen watch-towers, dry-stone walls, the embattled towers of the fortified farmhouses…
Salento is also famous for its delicious food and wine and for its festivals, which take place almost every week in summer and which range from classical music to Lecce’s international rock festival, from the famous “Night of the Taranta” (the heady song and dance “pizzica”) to all the very enjoyable events celebrating typical food and drink (sagre). The people from Salento are wonderfully hospitable and these festivals are a really agreeable part of the holiday.

Property manager

Elisabetta Bernardini

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All Guests must show a valid document on arrival. Un documento valido deve essere esibito da tutti gli Ospiti all’arrivo.
All personal data must be treated according to the Italian Privacy Law. Tutti i dati personali devono essere trattati secondo la Legge sulla Privacy
All safety recommendations and House rules must be respected. Tutte le indicazioni di sicurezza e le regole della Casa devono essere rispettate.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number LE07506691000002281, IT075066C200036488

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All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Salve

Located in Salve, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Pali Tower and Vado Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Torre San Giovanni Harbor and Marina di Leuca Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Dolceria Causo and Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Coelimanna. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Puglia, Provincia di Lecce

What's nearby

  • Pali Tower Beach - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pali Tower - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Vado Tower - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lido Marini Beach - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Pescoluse Beach - 14 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Salve-Ruggiano Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido Venere - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Martinucci - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Agriturismo Masseria Ficazzana - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Da Enzo - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Ristorante Teti - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puglia sea view Villa Morocco very near Salento beaches: Apartment Buganvillee located?

This family-friendly Salve villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pali Tower Beach, Ionian Sea and Pali Tower. Pescoluse Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe séjour dans les Pouilles

Qelle belle surprise cette appartement dans les Pouilles. Qui est en fait une petite maison individuelle intégrée à un grand et magnifique domaine. Appartement propre et fonctionnel avec une très belle terrasse dans un environnement calme et magnifique entouré d'arbres fruitiers. Parfaitement situé, très proche des plages, la location permet de visiter facilement les villes principales de la région du sud des Pouilles. Et que dire de la gentillesse des propriétaires qui font tout pour que les vacances se passent au mieux. Merci encore à Elisabetta et son mari pour l'accueil chaleureux. Nous ne pouvons que conseiller cette location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autunno al mare

Villa Morocco è bellissima e molto accogliente , le spiagge nelle vicinanze sono splendide e perfette per famiglie con bambini piccoli. Consigliamo Villa Morocco a chiunque voglia trascorrere delke va
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Massimo Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Posto bellissimo

Il posto è molto bella ed anche la casa. Elisabetta e Silvana sono molto gentili e disponibili. Il giardino enorme e con i buonissimi odori della macchia mediterranea. La casa è pulita e grande, unico neo gli infissi che sono in po invecchiati, ma sicuramente in linea con il costo del soggiorno. Il soggiorno è stato piacevolissimo. Grazie a Silvana ed Elisabetta 😊👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sante R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maldive del Salento

Tutto perfetto e bello
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

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Wundervoll

Das Apartment liegt wunderschön ca 1,5 km vom Strand entfernt in sehr ruhiger Lage. Alles ist sehr sauber und gepflegt. Die Gastgeber sind überaus freundlich. Insgesamt sehr empfehlenswert. Mückenschutz nicht vergessen.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralf W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöner Urlaub

Wir haben den Urlaub sehr genossen und können die Ferienwohnung und die Umgebung weiter empfehlen. Die Vermieterin ist sehr zuvorkommend und sehr hilfsbereit wenn man eine Frage hat.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kai-Uwe S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Villa

Schöne Villa. Etwas abgelegen, aber super Aussicht.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

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Simply the best

Seit vielen Jahren sind wir immer wieder in Italien und können diese Ferienwohnung mit vielen anderen vergleich. Gleich vorneweg: es war die beste Unterkunft die wir je hatten. Die Wohnung befindet sich in einem sehr grossen Grundstück, ist ruhig gelegen, bestens ausgestattet und von der Vermieterin Elisabetta sehr persönlich und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. In der Nähe gibt es schöne Strände, gute Restaurants und alles was man für die Urlaubstage braucht. Unser besonderer Dank an Elisabetta und Silvana - Gracie Mille
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein optimaler Aufenthalt

Wir haben den Aufenthalt in der Villa Bougainvillee sehr genossen. In der Küche ist alles Notwendige vorhanden, alles funktioniert einwandfrei. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr ruhig gelegen, nur die Vögel hört man. Wir haben viel Zeit auf der schönen Terrasse verbracht. Silvana hat uns beim Check-in gut unterstützt und war da, wenn wir Hilfe brauchten.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vittorio V.

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Siamo stati benissimo

Abbiamo soggiornato in Villa Morocco dal 4 al 9 settembre nell'appartamento Bouganvillee ed abbiamo apprezzato i punti di forza di questa struttura. Il silenzio, innanzitutto, la pace e la tranquillità dopo il mare: impagabile. In secondo luogo gli spazi esterni a disposizione esclusiva: il patio (abbiamo mangiato sempre all'aperto), il lettino, il terrazzo sul tetto per i magnifici tramonti. L'interno è curato e molto accogliente, con due camere, il bagno e la zona giorno. Accoglienza al top fin dai primi contatti con la gentilissima Elisabetta, disponibile per qualsiasi dubbio o domanda, e poi la disponibilità in loco della Sig,ra Silvana che ci ha accolto e spiegato tutto nei minimi dettagli. In 5 minuti di auto si arriva alla spiaggia di Torre Pali; noi abbiamo girato parecchio e questa è la classifica delle spiagge che abbiamo visto: Primo posto: Torre San Giovanni, 18 minuti a nord. La meraviglia. 5 stelle. (spiaggia fianco al lido Bora Bora). Tutta la riva è meravigliosa sino a Torre Mozza, ma di fronte a Bora Bora ci sono degli scogli e.. niente dovete andarci. Secondo posto: Pescoluse, 8 minuti a Sud, Spiaggia a fianco dello stabilimento le Maldive del salento. 4 stelle. Terzo posto: Spiaggia fianco stabilimento le Seychelles del Salento, e poi Torre Pali, Lido Marini.. insomma ce nìè davvero tanta. Mia personale opinione Torre San Giovanni batte Punta Prosciutto, che ritenevo imbattibile nel Salento ionico :).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

angéline B.

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Ravie de notre sejour

Nous avons été enchanté de notre sejour Elisabetha et Patrizio nous ont beaucoup aidé dans nos pepipeties 😁 Ils parlent très bien français. La location au top, paisible.... Idéale pour du repos
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alberto E., Lissone (Mb)

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Vacanza al top

Villa Morocco è bellissima e molto curata in tutti i particolari. Si vede la mano di Elisabetta e suo marito. Si sta veramente bene nella quiete del posto. L' appartamento Bouganville è bello e pulito con un patio e una terrazza sopra di esso spettacolare. I consigli di Elisabetta (complimenti per la guida scritta che ci ha fornito) e del marito ci hanno permesso di visitare cittadine nei dintorni e ristoranti molto belli e buoni. Grazie a voi per la splendida esperienza che abbiamo potuto fare nella vostra villa. Un saluto da Alberto,Tiziana e Ludovico
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marta N.

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Ottimo mare, relax e tranquillità

Villa in ottima posizione sulla collina antistante il mare, immersa nel verde. Pulizia e servizi ottimi, così come la disponibilità e le informazioni date dai proprietari. La posizione é strategica per raggiungere le principali spiagge della zona. Gallipoli, Lecce e Otranto sono facilmente raggiungibili. Esperienza presso Villa Morocco assolutamente da consigliare. Ancora grazie ad Elisabetta e Silvana.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne A., Schweiz

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Gemütliche Wohnung in der Nähe vom Strand

Gemütliche kleine Wohnung mit ungestörtem Sitzplatz zum Verweilen; in der Nähe von schönen Stränden der ionischen Küste. Mit dem Auto kann man die Strände in ca. 5-10' erreichen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

lucia p.

A slice of paradise

What wonderful place. We stayed in the Buganville apartment of the Villa Morocco, the last week of September. It was perfect; clean, comfortable, well equipped, great beds! This traditional thick walled architecture villa, is situated back of the coastal road, just far enough for peace and tranquility but 5 minutes to beaches, towns and the road that takes you every where in the Salento region. We particularly loved the spacious covered porch in the morning and in the evenings, listening to cicadas and crickets. We had the best sleep in this very quiet place. What a gift for our souls! We loved Elisabettas very detailed information printout, which we called “the Bible”, and took her suggestion to eat at Trattoria Tatanka, along the road to Santa Maria di Leuca; we had Orecchiette allo Scoglio, marinated anchovies and scampi…yummy, not to be missed! It is also easy to reach Beautiful Gallipoli and the Adriatic coast from the villa. Silvana, the local manager, was very accommodating and helpful. Overall a great experience and a perfect relaxing place. Well worth our long trip from New York. My only regret, it was too short of a stay. We will be back! We highly recommend Villa Morocco.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIE P.

Un petit paradis

Dès notre arrivée nous avons apprécié le calme qui règne à la villa Morocco nichée sur une petite colline qui surplombe la mer et le chant des cigales. La villa est magnifique avec ses oliviers centenaires, ses figuiers et ses figues qui ont régalées nos petits déjeuners . Les photos représentent bien la réalité (nos avons séjourné du côté Bugavillee). Un grand merci à Elisabetta et son mari pour toutes les informations très détaillées et très précises données en amont et pendant notre séjour qui nous ont servies de guide touristique durant notre séjour. Nous sommes, grâce à tous ces précieux conseils, arrivés jusqu'à la villa Morocco sans se tromper et avons fait quelques escapades magnifiques : Gallipoli, Punta prosciutto, la route côtière de Santa Maria di Leuca à Otranto, l'inoubliable excursion en bateau pour visiter les grottes dans la falaise du Salento, Maglie, et la merveilleuse ville de Lecce. La plage en contre bas de la villa est superbe, accessible très facilement en voiture (5 minutes) et le parking est gratuit où il y a toujours de la place même en août : eau cristalline, sable blanc et mer chaude Encore un immense merci pour le sourire et la gentillesse de nos hôtes et toutes leurs attentions à notre égard.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hubert N.

Ideales Ferienhaus

Die Ferienwohnung Bouganville bietet alles was man benötigt inklusive Dusch- und Strandtücher. Die Lage ist ruhig inmitten eines grossen mediterranen Gartens und von den anderen Wohnungen gut abgeschirmt. Mehrere schöne Strände sind in wenigen Autominuten erreichbar. Die Vermieterin war sehr freundlich und für etwaige Fragen oder Probleme immer erreichbar. Wir empfehlen einen guten Mückenschutz mitzunehmen.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Heel mooi rustig plekje op mooie locatie

Mooi huis in een mooie rustige op een heuvel met geweldig uitzicht en grote tuin. Op slechts 5 minuten rijden van het strand en vele stadjes binnen een uur te rijden. Heel snelle reactie als er iets is. Wij hebben een geweldige vakantie gehad met twee jonge kinderen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

simona b.

Ottimo

Tutto stupendo persone fantastiche
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lucia l.

Incantevole!

Abbiamo passato due splendide settimane di vacanza estiva a Villa Morocco con i nostri due figli teenager. La casa, immersa in un incantevole parco, è molto accogliente, arredata con gran gusto, pulitissima e provvista di ogni comfort, compresi tutto il necessario per la cucina, un'ottima selezione di libri in varie lingue e la TV satellitare (ma non abbiamo mai sentito la necessità di accenderla). La veranda attrezzata è perfetta per colazioni e cene, per la lettura e per momenti di completo relax; piacevolissima la doccia tra gli ulivi. Dal terrazzino abbiamo ammirato splendidi tramonti, il cielo stellato ed il riflesso della luna nel mare. A pochissimi minuti di distanza ci sono spiagge di sabbia bianca e, appena un più in là, scogli per tuffarsi. Il posto è strategico per visitare tutto il Salento. I proprietari, gentilissimi ed estremamente discreti, ci hanno dato ottime indicazioni sulla zona. ...Ci torneremo!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Galina Y.

Quiet, cozy and relaxing - felt like home

Villa Buganvillee is the perfect place for vacationing with your family or friends. The villa itself is in perfect condition, very clean and everything you need is in place - comfortable beds, window shutters that allowed us to sleep longer in the morning, a fully equipped kitchen and a variety of cookware, cutlery, food storage, pots and pans /we were travelling with a toddler, so being able to prepare breakfast/lunch or dinner was important:) The patio is huge and there is a BBQ which we used almost daily. The yard is enormous but very safe - perfect for families with kids that are always ready to explore the surrounding area. The villa is located in a quiet area and it allows for complete relaxation - at night and in the mornings you only hear the chirping of the crickets. In fact the intensity of their chirping in the morning helped us to predict how hot it would be during the day:) The beach is 5 minutes drive, and we loved it - not too overcrowded and the water was perfectly clean and shallow, which is great for small kids. Torre Pali has a number of good places to eat and we tried quite a few of them - food was delicious. The owner Elisabetta was available and very helpful whenever we had any questions. We only stayed for a week but we will be returning for sure, hopefully for 2+ weeks next summer!! We can’t recommend the place highly enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni M.

Vacanza da sogno

La villa e bellissima, pulitissima, ordinatissima. posizione incantevole, vista magnifica la proprietaria signora Elisabetta è una persona veramente squisita. Tutto è andato benissimo. Una vacanza da sogno.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mona R., Frankfurt

Fantastico

We stayed at the Buganvillee Apartment (on of I think 4 apartments on the spacious premises) for a week in June. We enjoyed the quiet environment and great view from the terrace very much. The apartment has everything you need, especially the barbecue is great. The only thing that we disliked were the mosquitos in the evenings- but I guess thats the prize you have to pay when your are located on the countryside surrounded by nature and a beautiful Garden ;) Villa Morocco is very close to some amazing beaches (5 min by car) and a good location to explore some of the nice towns in Salento like Otranto and Gallipoli. You definetely need a car though. Elisabetta was a great host, provided a whole list of recommendations on things to do, restaurants etc. and perfectly arranged the check in and check out. We would like to thank her for our fantastic stay and would definetely recommend the villa! All the best, Mona and Jasper
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tania D.

The best stay in Salento!

Although the description on VRBO was detailed and with many photos, it did not do the property justice! The villa was beautiful and in a perfect location for the quiet relaxing time we were looking for. The hostess Elisabetta has created a bit of magic in Salento, the accommodations were ideal & the grounds lovely. Our suite was ready for us with coffee, tea, wine, snacks and olive oil pressed from the trees on the property. We had booked in for 1 week, but now that we have found this little Eden, next year we will stay much longer. I'm already planning!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

barbara f.

Posto Meraviglioso

Villa Morocco è veramente un posto meraviglioso. Grande parco, ricco di piante, curatissimo e davvero rilassante. La casa è ampia, arredata con cura e perfettamente attrezzata, abbiamo trovato tutto quello di cui avevamo bisogno. I proprietari sono gentili, disponibili e forniscono informazioni utilissime per "esplorare" il Salento. E' distante dal mare solo quanto basta per ritrovarsi nel silenzio della campagna. Insomma... assolutamente da consigliare!

About the host

Hosted by Elisabetta Bernardini

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My husband Patrizio and I live in Udine, a town between Venice and the border with Austria. I grew up here and I went to university at Ca’ Foscari in Venice. I am a teacher, and I work in a secondary school here in Udine.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I love Salento, not only for the natural beauty and cultural wealth of its civilization, which is a bridge between the East and the West, but also for the wonderful people who live in this territory. We had been coming here on very enjoyable holidays for a few years when we decided to look for a house to buy. So, in summer 2003 we travelled all around Salento looking at houses, villas, trulli etc. On a sunny day in late August we drove uphill among the Mediterranean bush and the olive trees to visit an old “masseria” which was on sale – it was love at first sight! We immediately decided to buy it and it became Villa Morocco. We think the whole area where the villa is situated is really beautiful - set in a timeless landscape but so close to the ever-changing beauty of the sea. Maybe part of its charm is due to its being a very ancient inhabited site (the Messapic city of Cassandra) – or perhaps to the benevolent spirits that local legends say dwell here …. after all, the villa is quite close to the famous “Cave of the Fairies”!

What makes this property unique

We love the beautiful shape of the villa, standing proudly on the rock, the sunny court with old cotto tiles, the ancient garden with the tall trees and the flowering shrubs. We enjoy sitting on the terrace and looking at the sea, listening to the crickets’ song in the cool breeze of the evenings or watching the swallows dart against the deep blue sky of the luminous mornings. We also love the variety of the plants of the garden, the Mediterranean bush and the pines behind the villa, the olive grove, the fruit trees and the prickly pears to the south. To us it’s still a great pleasure to cook or barbecue with the oil from our ancient olive trees, each one well known in its individual shape, to pick lemons or figs, or some aromatic herbs in the cotto pots. We love coming home from the sun-drenched beach and have a shower outdoors in the cool, scented shade of the garden…

Languages:

English, Italian