This villa is a dreamy getaway in the middle of the evocative, stone-walled olive groves of the Puglian countryside. It's also just a short 10-minute drive to the beach. It's super-convenient and perfect for visitors who want a feeling of calm. The villa itself has several gorgeous outdoor tables, an indoor and outdoor kitchen, a well-maintained grassy yard, and beyond that, rows of vegetation — including an apricot and fig tree. If you're here during good weather (which is most of the time in Puglia), the outdoors basically becomes the living space, which is such a fantastic change of pace for apartment city dwellers.
The indoor space is modern and well-furnished. Everything works, from the AC to the Internet. We had no problems whatsoever, and the host/owner, Gabriella, was charming and helpful from the moment we arrived. We were traveling with a 10-month-old, and she had the place ready with a high chair and pack-and-play crib where he could sleep.
This property is ideal for families, and it's a good jumping-off point not just for Polignano a Mare, but also other spots in the region. It's about 30 min from Alberobello, 20 from the lovely city of Monopoli, and 40 min from Bari. Good beaches are all along the coast — also an easy drive.
It was perfect. We'd happily stay here again!!