We had a lovely stay at this beautiful trullo. The surrounding olive groves and almond trees provide beautiful backdrop to this property, which is situated in a very quiet spot, but only a short drive away from the nearest town with weekly market and gorgeous Alberobello. The trullo is also in the middle of Pulia region - very convenient for day trips into numerous picturesque towns. If you're looking for a quiet holiday in the countryside, this is a place for you.

The trullo has a feeling of being VERY rural, but is actually only about 10 mins from Castellana, and an easy walk to the nearest Maseria Centrone Picolo (and my goodness the food was amazing there!!) We took the car up (laziness really) and the staff were happy for us to leave it overnight and collect the next day (make sure you take the torch from the trullo for your walk home!) A stay in a trullo has been on my to do list for a while and this didn't disappoint. The property was very comfortable and easily accommodated 4 adults. The location is ideal for visiting the surrounding area and further afield. Stating the obvious I know, but a car is absolutely essential! We had an epic thunder and lightening storm on day one and the trullo was struck by lightening with an almighty crack!! The whole area was out of power for 4 or 5 hours but our lovely neighbour Rocco a few minutes away gave us some candles so this was not an issue (gas hob, so we didn't starve!) I believe from speaking to him that the power can often fail when it is particularly stormy so some candles and a few more candle holders in the trullo would be nice (I do appreciate that the owners are perhaps concerned about fire hazards tho, so this may be why they aren't supplied) This is the first holiday I can remember where I didn't come home having put on half a stone and craving fruit and veg (and believe me it wasn't for lack of trying!!) The local produce is just fabulous, the local veg amazing and the meat and seafood top notch. A lot of the local restaurants have a 0km policy for produce, not as a trendy selling point, like some other places I have been, but just because that is what they do here. David was fantastic in the run up to our holiday. Nothing was too much trouble, and the deluxe hamper and wine and beer pack waiting for us, as arranged, meant we could completely chill for the first couple of days. The meal left in the fridge was a Godsend due to our flight being delayed (tho I must confess, there was so much that it also gave us lunch the next day!) An absolute 5 star service, that could not be faulted and made us feel very special. I am VERY picky when it comes to accommodation and a few small tweaks would take this review from 4 star to 5 star. The roofing over the outside dining area still lets rain through (would have been nice to sit out and stay dry even if raining) and the screening to the side needs to be stronger. (As I said VERY picky! Fabulous holiday tho)

The trullo has a feeling of being VERY rural, but is actually only about 10 mins from Castellana, and an easy walk to the nearest Maseria Centrone Picolo (and my goodness the food was amazing there!!) We took the car up (laziness really) and the staff were happy for us to leave it overnight and collect the next day (make sure you take the torch from the trullo for your walk home!) A stay in a trullo has been on my to do list for a while and this didnt disappoint. The property was very comfortable and easily accommodated 4 adults. The location is ideal for visiting the surrounding area and further afield. Stating the obvious I know, but a car is absolutely essential! We had an epic thunder and lightening storm on day one and the trullo was struck by lightening with an almighty crack!! The whole area was out of power for 4 or 5 hours but our lovely neighbour Rocco a few minutes away gave us some candles so this was not an issue (gas hob, so we didnt starve!) I believe from speaking to him that the power can often fail when it is particularly stormy so some candles and a few more candle holders in the trullo would be nice (I do appreciate that the owners are perhaps concerned about fire hazards tho, so this may be why they arent supplied) This is the first holiday I can remember where I didnt come home having put on half a stone and craving fruit and veg (and believe me it wasnt for lack of trying!!) The local produce is just fabulous, the local veg amazing and the meat and seafood top notch. A lot of the local restaurants have a 0km policy for produce, not as a trendy selling point, like some other places I have been, but just because that is what they do here. David was fantastic in the run up to our holiday. Nothing was too much trouble, and the deluxe hamper and wine and beer pack waiting for us, as arranged, meant we could completely chill for the first couple of days. The meal left in the fridge was a Godsend due to our flight being delayed (tho I must confess, there was so much that it also gave us lunch the next day!) An absolute 5 star service, that could not be faulted and made us feel very special. I am VERY picky when it comes to accommodation and a few small tweaks would take this review from 4 star to 5 star. The roofing over the outside dining area still lets rain through (would have been nice to sit out and stay dry even if raining) and the screening to the side needs to be stronger. (As I said VERY picky! Fabulous holiday tho)

It was lovely to stay in a trullo. The property is equipped with everything you need and the pool was just perfect for cooling down on a hot July afternoon. The owners, David and Andrew, answered our queries promptly and replaced broken fans the same day we reported them. We were also grateful to Aleandro, who helps with the property, for his recommendations for places to visit and eat. There are plenty of local hill top towns to visit, including the beautiful Alberobello and Locorotondo. The property is off the beaten track, though there are one or two "neighbours". I would warn tall people that the doorways in the property are low - it being a traditional trullo. I would certainly recommend the property.

It was lovely to stay in a trullo. The property is equipped with everything you need and the pool was just perfect for cooling down on a hot July afternoon. The owners, David and Andrew, answered our queries promptly and replaced broken fans the same day we reported them. We were also grateful to Aleandro, who helps with the property, for his recommendations for places to visit and eat. There are plenty of local hill top towns to visit, including the beautiful Alberobello and Locorotondo.The property is off the beaten track, though there are one or two neighbours. I would warn tall people that the doorways in the property are low - it being a traditional trullo.I would certainly recommend the property.

This trullo was just what we were looking for. It sits in the middle of olive fields down a country lane well off the main road. The only noise you hear are the birds, bees, crickets, the occasional noise from farmers working in their fields and the occasional car passing on the lane. The trullo is spacious, well equipped, has a lovely pool and is great if you want peace and tranquility, however, it is not far from the lovely towns and historical sights which dot Puglia. The owner is friendly and aleandro who looks after the place is very friendly and helpful. I certainly would recommend this accomodation.

This trullo was just what we were looking for. It sits in the middle of olive fields down a country lane well off the main road. The only noise you hear are the birds, bees, crickets, the occasional noise from farmers working in their fields and the occasional car passing on the lane. The trullo is spacious, well equipped, has a lovely pool and is great if you want peace and tranquility, however, it is not far from the lovely towns and historical sights which dot Puglia. The owner is friendly and aleandro who looks after the place is very friendly and helpful. I certainly would recommend this accomodation.

It was really an amazing and unique experience to stay in a trulli. This one was particularly lovely and so nicely furnished and decorated and outfitted with everything you need for your stay. . The grounds around the trulli are expansive with olive and fruit trees and the pool is fantastic and so pleasant to be in after a day of sightseeing in the heat! Plenty of room for dining outside or relaxing by the pool . It is really quiet as well in this area-very peaceful! The villa was clean and tidy with everything you would need. Plenty of books and DVD's. Well equipped kitchen and it was nice to have a bottle of milk and wine waiting for us.The help in finding the villa was very helpfull as it is quiet difficult to find the first time .The areas that we found from the information provived by david were Beautiful ,and the restaurants that were recommened all proved to be exceptional.Overall a great hoilday in a great part of Italy

It was really an amazing and unique experience to stay in a trulli. This one was particularly lovely and so nicely furnished and decorated and outfitted with everything you need for your stay. . The grounds around the trulli are expansive with olive and fruit trees and the pool is fantastic and so pleasant to be in after a day of sightseeing in the heat! Plenty of room for dining outside or relaxing by the pool . It is really quiet as well in this area-very peaceful! The villa was clean and tidy with everything you would need. Plenty of books and DVD's. Well equipped kitchen and it was nice to have a bottle of milk and wine waiting for us.The help in finding the villa was very helpfull as it is quiet difficult to find the first time .The areas that we found from the information provived by david were Beautiful ,and the restaurants that were recommened all proved to be exceptional.Overall a great hoilday in a great part of Italy

We had a fantastic holiday at Trullo Casolare - it was the perfect place to stay. The property is full of charm and has everything you could want when you are on holiday. It is totally secluded and surrounded by olive, almond and fruit trees. The swimming pool was a total luxury, and it was beautifully maintained every few days during our stay. We also appreciated the change of bedlinen and towels at the end of our first week. The property is in a great location for exploring Puglia; Alberobello is about a 10 minute drive away and you can get to the beaches within half an hour and there are many other small towns to explore within easy driving distance. Thank you for a wonderful holiday and we would have no hesitation in recommending this property.

We spent two weeks at this trullo and agree with all the other reviews that it is a beautiful property in a lovely quiet location, surrounded by olive groves and orchards. Staying in such an old, characterful property with such a quirky design was fab. The interior stays cool and the beds are extremely comfortable. The pool and outside area are perfect for relaxing and taking meals under the shady covered area. There is almost total privacy and it's only a short drive into either Arborebello or Castellana for supplies or meals out. Although we ate in and barbecued most nights we tried the Osteria Carosena in Castellana which was recommended by previous guests and it was excellent. The little quiet roads around the house are lovely for an evening walk or a morning run, depending on how energetic you are! The pool is a good size and well maintained. The beaches are only half an hour's drive away and there are plenty of very photogenic little white walled towns for a wander. Matera's sassi cave homes are an hour away but are worth driving to see. Overall we'd highly recommend this holiday home as a good centre for visiting and discovering Puglia as well as relaxing.

We have just returned from a short break in Puglia and stayed here. It was a perfect base for a few days of relaxation and exploration of a part of Italy to which we had never been before. We enjoyed excellent weather and were able to spend days by the pool as well as doing some sightseeing in Matera, Alberobello and Lecce. Travelling down to the coastal towns for evening dinner was delightful too. Car hire was required for us to make the most of the experience. The accommodation was clean, the welcome friendly and the surroundings delightful and characteristic of the area. Ideal!

We had a lovely break at Trullo Casolare. The property was well located, in peaceful surroundings. We all loved staying in the property, which was sympathetically restored. The pool was excellent, and was well used given the beautiful weather. Many thanks to David for his welcome and assistance during our stay.

We stayed in this wonderful trullo for 10 nights and had a fabulous stay. It is very private and surrounded by cherry trees. The pool was fantastic and we spent most of our afternoons cooling off in there after a morning of visiting the local attractions and markets. Would highly recommend for a relaxing holiday in the Italian countryside whilst being a short drive from lovely beaches and towns.

This property was everything we hoped it would be. We stayed at end of August for 2 weeks; 2 adults and 2 children (age 8 & 11). Would agree with all the positive comments others have put. Here are the highlights for us: - The building is beautiful and the setting is very peaceful, surrounded by farmland and no adjacent properties. Its would be tricky to find, but the agency will meet you nearby and guide you through the country lanes - Despite that, the nearest towns and supermarkets are a ten minute drive away. You'll also find many great restaurants in Castelle Grotte and Alberello - Alberello in particular is stunning. The locals caves are worth a visit and we also tried the local, small waterpark which wasn't too busy even in August. Ostuni is a bit further away (30-40 mins) but is also well worth the trip - Although no aircon the thick walls and fans made sure it was never too hot inside. - The swimming pool seemed huge. This was a big plus for us - so much better than the usual size pools you get. Also, while one end is deep, there is a platform around the edge that means little ones can get to the side and stand on the ledge. Like us, you probably haven't considered how useful this can be for children, but it made a big difference for our youngest. - We had great communications from the owner before we traveled; very comprehensive directions and guidance which is also in the house when you arrive. Also responded quickly to any questions we had as well - Importantly, when something went wrong it got fixed. We experienced an intermittent problem with hot water which happened over Italian Public Holiday. Stuff happens, but this could have been a disaster. However, the quick response from the agency and owner meant this was fixed within 48 hours and the shower was transformed as a result. This is a great part of Italy, not too over-run with tourists. I would thoroughly recommend this property to a family of similar age and size. Thanks to David and the Perfect Puglia team for giving us some great memories.

Spent a wonderful 10 days in this idyllic trulli surrounded by olive and fruit trees. It's a way off the main road so very grateful to have been met by the management company a few miles away and then 'escorted in'. Once there you can choose to simply laze by the amazing large pool (which is kept very clean by regular visits from the pool cleaner) or visit nearby Alberabello village and Castellana Grotte caves (both well worth a visit) and the local beaches (approx 25 min drive away) Would be a great base to explore further afield in the day too, as we had planned to do but once there opted to stay round the pool more as it was a perfect setting to while away the hours and totally relax. A well equipped house, maintained to a high standard and very clean. The welcome pack was a lovely touch, (especially the prosecco! ) and very useful to have both bath and pool towels provided. Very comfortable pool bed chairs and a great shaded outdoor dining area. Wifi was incredibly reliable and speedy. Only disappointment was that the 'walk to' restaurant only opened on days when they had enough bookings, so ended up eating in more than we had planned, but even this wasn't a problem as there is a great sized BBQ and lots of amazing italian food to choose from at the local supermarkets. Would definitely recommend a stay here if you want a 'get away from it all' holiday with the option of being a short drive to tourist areas, beautiful towns and beaches and want to experience something a bit different to an average villa. Should also be said that David was a great owner who was quick to reply to emails and queries. Many thanks

My husband and I have just returned from a truly wonderful stay. David and Andrew couldn't make you feel more welcome at their beautiful Trullo. We were met by the lovely Alison, who showed us around and explained everything. The Trulo is fabulous, in a beautiful, quiet, secluded position. The pool is great, we were blessed with fantastic weather and although we spent most of our time at the Trullo; when we did go out for the day, it was great to just come home and dive in!! There's everything you need there and the town/supermarkets are just a 10-15 minute drive. So many fantastic places to visit, beautiful beaches, markets, restaurants, caves - all within easy reach - but you do need a car!! Even in 40 degree heat, the Trullo stays cool, we had a BBQ most evenings, but there are some excellent local restaurants nearby should you want to eat out. We cannot wait to return!!

Fantastic villa, with immaculate swimming pool. Well equipped, clean and comfortable. Beautiful part of Italy. Would recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful, relaxed experience

We had a wonderful week at Trullo Casolare. Beautifully secluded but still close to town and well located for plenty of day trips in the area. The trullo was perfectly set up including a welcome pack of food and water. The outside area is equally great, a large swimming pool surrounded by cherry trees and a great little bbq. David and Andrew clearly take great care of the property. We would love to return and would certainly recommend Trullo Casolare.

This Trullo is just beautiful. On our arrival we were 5 hours late due to Air Strikes, so didn't arrive until 11pm, but Alison still met us and showed us around. David was extremely helpful and very quick with responding to any questions. There was a beautiful food package left for us which made our next morning a lot more pleasant. It is located in the middle of nowhere which is just heaven when you are getting away from a busy life at home. The pool was immaculate and was cleaned a couple of times while we were there. The Trullo is decorated to a high standard and makes you feel at home. It has everything you need for a weeks stay. We ate the majority of nights using the BBQ with food we bought from the local supermarket, but we did venture out a couple of times. One night we ate at a place called Leccio or something like that - absolutely amazing and so cheap. We had the restaurant to ourselves. The final night we went to Villa Maria and too had the restaurant to ourselves. This food was unlike anything in England, so fresh and delicious. We went to the beach a couple of times - Torre Cannes. The beaches along the road north of Torre Cannes we found were a lot more secluded then the ones in the main centre. Overall we had such an amazing week, if only we could have stayed 2 to explore more.

Everything about Trullo Casolare is even better than the listing details. Although only 10 minutes from the town, it is in a wonderful quiet location, with lovely views, surrounded by olive, almond and (most deliciously) fig trees. Everything about the property is a delight from the welcome pack to the fluffy towels. David and Andrew are great hosts and nothing is too much trouble. They came up with some great ideas, even on top of the information pack provided. Being new to the region everything was exciting. But do not miss the Trulli of Alberobello or the city of Matera, both world heritage sites. Most restaurants are wonderful, the wines are tremendous, be prepared with elastic waistbands! Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone.

A terrific thunderstorm on our arrival did not deter our excitement at spending a week in the luxury and absolute quaintness of Castellana Grotte. We were warmly welcomed by David and Andrew and presented with a delicious foody welcome pack. The trullo is so delightful and unique, the pool is a welcome relief after spending time in the glorious sunshine and the barbecue area is a great way to end a perfect day. We were sad when our last day arrived but felt relaxed and refreshed ready to face the world once more!