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Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts

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Room
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Monopoli, Puglia
  • Cala Porta Vecchia Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Mary of Madia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cala Porto Rosso Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Taranto (TAR-M.A. Grottag)
    ‪82 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts

On the top floor of a 17th century palazzo in the beautiful historic town of Monopoli, a fully renovated, elegant yet cozy two-bedroom apartment with a well-appointed bathroom, fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, washing machine, water purifier, kettle) and seaviews from every room sleeps four people comfortably (five with an extra bed put in). Luxuriously decorated with the owner’s inherited Italian designer furniture and other items acquired through a lifetime of collecting, the Casa dei Pensieri offers its residents easy access to a 170-square-meter rooftop-terrasse with breathtaking views of the historic centre and the beautiful Apulian coastline. Weekly cleaning and change of towels and bedlinen (whose cost amounts to 70 € for the first week and 50 € per each week following) will be part of a wonderfully relaxing holiday experience. If you wish to eat in and don’t feel like cooking, the occasional or regular home-delivery of freshly prepared local delicacies can easily be arranged.

The owner rents out also an elegantly furnished, recently renovated studio for up to three people with separate kitchenette and small bathroom in the ground floor of the same palazzo. The studio opens up on the historic piazza Palmieri, the magnificent baroque palazzo of the same name and the 17th century Santa Teresa church. A combined rental is possible.

Due to the flights of steps necessary to reach the apartment and the absence of an elevator, this accommodation is unsuitable for people with mobility issues.

The wi-fi connection is capped at 15 GB per week (from Sunday to the next one); once this limit is reached web navigation is no longer available until the following Sunday.

The apartment is cleaned after each guest’s departure or weekly in  case of longer stays. The cost of this service, which is not optional, is 70 € for the first week (7 nights or less) and 50 € for each subsequent week, to be paid cash at the check-in.
After booking you will be emailed 2 documents: 'General house rules' and 'Holiday rental contract'. Please read them in advance and sign them at the check-in. You will also be required to sign an inventory and report any issues within 24 hours. The contract will mention the cleaning fee and security deposit for possible damages to property. Please allow 40 minutes for check-out.

Guests are expected to carry out garbage recycling, by moving the dedicated bins and bags from the apartment to the front door downstairs (and back) on the correct days of the week. A guide for recycling will be furnished.

Property manager

Teresa Z

Languages

English, German, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
C'è una caparra di 400 euro per tutelare i tanti oggetti di valore presenti nella proprietà

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number BA07203091000024054, IT072030C200062629

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monopoli

Located in Centro Storico, a neighbourhood in Monopoli, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Zoosafari is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lama Monachile Beach and Torre Canne Beach. Salviamo San Salvatore and Acquapark Egnazia are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cave exploring.
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Monopoli, Puglia

What's nearby

  • Cala Porta Vecchia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cathedral Basilica of SS. Mary of Madia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cala Porto Rosso Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cala Paradiso - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cala Susca - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Monopoli Station - 15 min walk
  • Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Street Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Vita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carlo Quinto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Premiato Caffè Venezia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Piazza Palmieri Ristorante - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts located?

Located in Centro Storico, this apartment building is steps away from Salviamo San Salvatore, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Suffragio detta del Purgatorio and Cala Porta Vecchia Beach. Castle of Carlo V and Cathedral Basilica of SS. Mary of Madia are also within 5 minutes. Monopoli Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monopoli Old Town
Great location, many good restaurants near by. Lots to see and do, in Monopoli or a train ride away.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

olivia b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing 6 nights in beautiful Monopoli
We spent an enjoyable 6 nights at Casa dei Pensieri. The location was excellent, in the middle of the old town but still very quiet and private. The roof top terrace was magnificent for pre-dinner drinks. The property managers Katia and Mario were very responsive and happy to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

frederic d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
bien situé mais
problème avec la propriétaire caution payer en liquide non récupérée. désaccord sur la responsabilité d un placard défectueux . pas de porte de sdb et WC . porte placard de sdb faisant office de. une seule chambre digne de ce nom pour un appartement dit de luxe. l autre pièce de nuit composée d un lit d appoint peu confortable . nous avons été accusé de dégradation par négligence. état des lieux rapide et irréprochable a la sortie par le responsable et néanmoins accusation sur Watsapp a posteriori de dégradation d un vase. nous louons souvent et c est la première fois que nous rencontrons un problème et que nous faisons face a une mauvaise foi. on reviendra a Monopoli pour la beauté de l endroit mais sûrement pas dans ce lieu
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Natale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location, exceptional views.
Property is in a nice location in the center of the quaint shop/resturant area. Access to roof top and exceptional views as well as walks by the sea.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Super
Super
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Galina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elegant apartment and huge terrace with stunning seaviews
We enjoyed a lot this elegant apartment and huge terrace with stunning seaviews. Many thanks also to manager Elly for her help.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Yeda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and comfortable
We had a great stay at this property. The apartment is cosy and comfortable. The location is very central and the square is beautiful. We were lucky with the parking (free) but it’s 15min walk and we didn’t mind. As it’s in the middle of historic centre, it gets really crowded in the evening on the streets nearby and very lively. So be prepared. Overall it was a nice stay in Monopoli.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay in the Historic District
The place was as beautiful as promised and well-located to see the town and get easily to other locations (with tour guide or with a good map). We were warned of the MANY steps but we forged on and only once did we decide it was too much, so we stayed in (but we did go up and enjoy the rooftop). Thanks for the assistance when needed and for providing such a clean and well-prepared home-away-from-home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfekte Lage mitten in Monopoli
Die Lage ist ein Traum - mitten in der Altstadt, nur 3 Minuten zu Fuß zum Stadtstrand, perfekt für Ausflüge in die Umgebung. Eli war unser Kontakt und sie war einfach perfekt - nett, hilfsbereit und immer ansprechbar. Lediglich die 72 Stufen waren mit schwerem Gepäck ein wenig anstrengend zu erklimmen ;-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apartment in Monopili
Beautiful apartment in a perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G., Brighton, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views, fabulous location
Pay attention to the carefully crafted owners description of this wonderful property and you will not be disappointed in any way. There is no lift/elevator, there are 91 steps to go up/down. The terrace is available to all 6 apartments in the building. The cleaning fee payable on checkin does not cover any cleaning during your stay. The municipality charges a bed tax of 1 euro per person per night which is payable in cash upon checkin. You will need cash to pay the security deposit, cleaning fee and bed tax. We stayed for two weeks so we needed to arrive with a total of 500 euros cash. The owner does not live on site but employs an excellent local property manager. Having said all this, the property is wonderful… well equipped with a very comfortable bed, nice linens and towels, dishwasher, clothes washer, central location in the Centro Storico with walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and beaches. We loved our two week stay with the built in fitness program. The terrace views are breathtaking! The windows provide great ventilation and complete noise reduction. There was a big film festival in the Piazza Palmieri and we were not troubled at all.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöner Rückzugsort
Die geräumige Wohnung liegt im obersten Stock eines schönen alten Hauses an der Piazza Palmieri mit Blick auf den gleichnamigen Palazzo am höchsten Punkt der autofreien Altstadt. Man ist mittendrin und trotzdem für sich, in jedem Fenster zeigt sich irgendwo das Meer zwischen den alten Häusern. Sie ist sehr geschmackvoll umgebaut und eingerichtet, man findet also nicht das übliche lieblose Ferienwohnungs-Ambiente vor, sondern fühlt sich mehr wie in der Wohnung von italienischen Freunden und genießt auch die Zeit, die man in der Wohnung verbringt… die Krönung ist das Aperitiv auf der Dachterrasse mit 360-Grad-Blick über Meer, Stadt und Landschaft.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to explore Monopoli
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Communication with the property manager was easy and she readily offered help.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted G., Altamont, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Bright Sunny Apartment
Best location in Monopoli. Charming, bright, romantic apartment next to best restaurant in Monopoli. Management/owner is attentive and caring. Will be returning for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter K., Herzogenaurach, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with outstanding view!
Great place to stay in the old town of Monopoli! We are already looking forward to staying here again!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Carla Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top gelegen appartement
Mooi en comfortabel appartement, met een heerlijk groot dakterras, zeer goed gelegen in het mooie oude centrum.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

karlheinz s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sehr schöne Wohnung
hervorragend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monopoli centro storico
Soggiorno gradevole, host sollecita alle richieste, casa suggestiva come da descrizione. Non si arriva vicino con la macchina che va parcheggiata all’esterno del centro storico.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monique B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbar
Wir hatten einfach einen wundervollen Aufenthalt in Monopoli und können das Appartment und fie Stadt wärmstens weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
A lovely, spacious apartment in a stunning location, with two restaurants in the square below and everything else just a short walk away. Generally very well equipped, although there would not be sufficient crockery for 5 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Wohnung in super Lage in der Altstadt
chöne Wohnung in super Lage in der Altstadt, die Ausstattung der Wohnung mit Tellern etc. könnte etwas besser sein...
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Lage mitten in der Altstadt
In unseren Tagen hier haben wir uns einfach nur wohl gefühlt. Angefangen von der einfachen Wohnungsübergabe und der Blick auf das Meer von allen Seiten und natürlich die riesige Dachterasse. Und das alles bei blauem Himmel und der wunderbaren Lage in der Altstadt von Monopoli

10/10 Excellent

Anja Z., Eschborn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Lage in schöner Stadt
Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Lage ist ruhig aber nur ein paar Schritte von den belebten Gässchen entfernt, wo vor allem am Wochenende viel los ist, Restaurants, Cafes, Weinbars usw. und eine tolle Stimmung herrscht. Die Einrichtung sieht auf den Fotos etwas neuer aus, als sie es tatsächlich ist. Insgesamt aber alles prima. Vielen Dank an Alex für den angenehmen Empfang und die freundliche Betreuung vor Ort. Wir würden wieder buchen !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

alexandra s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Wohnung mit Flair
Wir haben Anfang September ein paar wunderschöne Tage in Monopoli verbracht. Die Lage der Wohnung ist top, sehr zentral, aber doch ruhig, mit tollem Ausblick! Die Wohnung ist mit antiken Fundstücken und sonstigen Sammlerstücken ausgestattet und hat süditalienischen Charme. Der Kontakt sowohl mit Theresa im Vorfeld als auch mit Alex vor Ort war unkompliziert und sehr aufmerksam. Wir kommen sicher wieder nach Monopoli!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

joe a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, wonderful apartment, beautiful views
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Teresa’s apartment in Monopoli. It was extremely comfortable and had everything we needed. The views from the balcony were inspiring and watching the sunsets from the rooftop was breathtaking. The location was perfect - beach steps away and lots of greats restaurants within walking distance. Recommend to all who want to explore beautiful Puglia!! Communication with Teresa was excellent and Alex was very helpful in assisting us during our stay. Would definitely stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Teresa Z

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I am a former university lecturer in Italian language, culture and philosophy now sharing my time between Berlin and Monopoli after years spent in Rome, Oxford and Heidelberg. For me, Monopoli is a perfect place to relax, study, enjoy life and spend time with my friends, all of whom have fallen in love with the city and Apulia. Art, philosophy, culture, design and shiatsu are amongst my passions

Languages:

English, German, Italian