We met with Francesca at the nearby town of Triggianello. From there she escorted us to the Masseria a few miles into the countryside. As described, it is quiet, peaceful and private, surrounded by olive and fruit trees, very beautiful. The house is roomy inside and has everything necessary for comfort and cooking, including a fireplace which we used (no need for the TV!). The outside terrace is so inviting – we ate outside often in the five days were were there. We cooked a wonderful grilled dinner in the outdoor fireplace. We picked figs and pomegranates – what a treat! It was great to have a washing machine in the middle of our three week trip. I only wish the early October weather had been warm enough to use the outdoor shower.
We visited many of the Medieval hilltop towns from this central location in Puglia: Ostuni, Martina Franca, Alberobello, Bari, Polignano a Mare, Locorotundo, as well as the Grotte de Castellana. There was so much to do besides enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the trulli, we were sorry to leave. Francesca is a very considerate and accommodating host. I somehow managed to leave a few things in the closet, and she quickly contacted me by text to let me know she would mail them to me. Very kind of her!