Palazzo Cutrofiano Region: Puglia Sleeps: 8 - 11
Overview
Page 1 Palazzo Cutrofiano is a handsome abode of sumptuous proportions, discreetly renovated to retain much of the character of the original early nineteenth century farmhouse. This home is brimming with timeless style and classical detailing, finessed with striking simplicity and with notably understated flair.
The majestic façade in original stone and arched doorway sets the tone: an environment that is entirely faithful to the original structure, characterised by vaulted and arched ceilings, fine raw materials (predominantly stone and timber), recessed alcoves and stunning light quality throughout. With a cooling, sedate feel of decades-old grandeur, this home has a subtle glamour and quiet luxury, offering every comfort within the spirit of unparalleled tasteful provenance.
A beautiful kitchen-dining room with recessed alcove and vaulted ceilings displays pretty original tiles, all necessary fittings including an Italian-style coffee maker and eat-in option, whilst the dining room is paved with an authentic early-twentieth-century decorated Venetian mosaic. Two ground floor bedrooms both have en-suites and direct garden access; exposed brick work vaulted ceilings and chic finishes again with a flawlessly rustic vibrancy.
Details such as the dazzling ball-light throwing off patterned colour over the organically shaped stone bath add a playful touch; both bedrooms are in earthy, natural tones, aside from accents of canary yellow and crimson. The upper floor offers a three further bedrooms, all doubles with an additional single bed in one of these, offering sedate accommodation for up to eleven guests. From the upper floor, wonderful views of open countryside can be enjoyed from the original timber framed windows.
A sleek pool is framed with indulgent day beds and loungers, wonderfully un- polished lawns and mysterious nooks comprise a discreet shower area, tall palm trees and a delightful outdoor kitchen with a natural feel comprising outdoor oven and original stone bench, table constructed with logs, sedate hammocks hanging from the trees with open country views
Palazzo Cutrofiano is a striking, historical two-storey home finessed with panache and verve; epitomising a timelessness and quiet beauty that allows the original architecture and materials to simply shine through, with modern- day comforts and artfully un-manicured grounds.
Page 2 Facilities Private Pool • Beach Nearby • Ideal for Babies & Toddlers • Ideal for Kids • Ideal for Teens • Wi-Fi/Internet • Air-Con • BBQ • Ground Floor Bed & Bath • Cable TV • Heating • Rural Location • Walking/Hiking Paths • Outstanding Landscapes • Outdoor Pursuit & Activities • Tourist Towns & Villages
Page 3 Interior & Grounds
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor
- Fully-equipped kitchen with fridge-freezer, kitchenware, four-burner gas cooker, electric oven, Italian-style coffee maker, dining table for 6 - Dining room with Venetian mosaic and seating for 6 - One double bedroom (160cm) with en-suite bathroom and direct garden access - One double bedroom (160cm), desk, television with local channels, direct garden access, air-conditioning and heating unit, en-suite bathroom
Upper Floor
- Double bedroom (160cm) - Double bedroom (160cm) - Bedroom with double bed (160cm) and a single bed (80cm) - Utility room with laundry facilities - Bathroom accessible via two doors (the fifth bedroom and the corridor) - Guest toilet
Outside Grounds
- Lawns and grounds (30,000m²) - Private pool (12m x 2.5 – 4.5m, depth: 1.4m), open approximately April to end-October - Poolside loungers and day-beds - Outdoor kitchen in stone and timber, with brickwork outdoor oven - Terrace with panoramic views - Outdoor shower behind fencing - Gazebo - Hammocks - Parking
Facilities
- Air-conditioning (in two of the bedrooms) - Hair dryer - Utility room with washing machine - Televison (local channels) - Fan - Wi-Fi - Mosquito net - Italian style coffee-maker
Page 4 Location & Local Information
Palazzo Cutrofiano is around a ten-minute drive from Cutrofiano (4.5km), in Salento. Salento is the most southerly part of the “heel” of Italy’s boot; with the Adriatic Sea to the East, and the Ionian to the west.
With a fascinating Greek history, Cutrofiano is known for its ceramics and the name even derives for the Greek word for ‘vase’. Indeed, the Salento region is known for its Greek influences and colourful dialects (with Sicilian origins).
This area is home to some of Italy's most romantic towns: visit the island town of Gallipoli (21km) with its fantastic market, flower-filled little streets and amazing views or head east to Otranto (32km), on the Adriatic coast, with its Romanesque cathedral and town beaches. Indeed, the beaches outside both these towns are famous for their beauty whether it’s the shallow waters of Baia Verde (22km) south of Gallipoli or Baia dei Turchi (40km) near Otranto and even swimming in the lakes just north of the town.
To the north, spend the day in the great city of Lecce (36km) with its brilliant shops as well as historic sights. Other fascinating villages to explore include the historic Maglie (13km) and Muro Leccese (17km) with fascinating sights and charming shops as well as Specchia (30km), classified as one of Italy’s prettiest towns.
The region is known for its olive oil production, as evidenced by the surrounding stretches of olive groves as well as its distinctive white-washed hill towns, centuries old farmland and kilometres of Mediterranean coastline from idyllic rocky coves to white sandy beaches and turquoise seas.
Local Amenities
Nearest Airport Brindisi (83 km)
Nearest Airport 2 Bari (201 km)
Nearest Village Cutrofiano (4.5 km)
Nearest Town/City Gallipoli (21 km)
Nearest Restaurant Cutrofiano (4.5 km)
Page 5 Nearest Bar/Pub Cutrofiano (4.5 km)
Nearest Beach Gallipoli (21 km)
Nearest Supermarket Cutrofiano (4.5 km)
Nearest Shop Cutrofiano (4.5 km)
Page 6 What Oliver loves… What you should know…
Discreetly renovated early 19th century farmhouse retaining full original The living space, kitchen and bedrooms are all located on the upper floors, reached via a staircase from the ground floor structure, style and features entrance Sublime outdoor spaces offering elegantly natural spaces, lawns, a chic pool, Indeed, the original staircases in this historic house are steep in places wonderful views of open country side and palm trees from the hammocks Air conditioning is only featured in two of the bedrooms Tranquillity and seclusion, whilst a short distance by car to closest amenities One of the bedrooms contains a double and a connecting single (with no door); this room also has an en suite shower room, Both wonderful towns of Gallipoli and Otranto are within half an hour, which can also be accessed via the utility room alongside their glorious sandy beaches nearby
Page 7 Terms & Conditions
- Security deposit: €900 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection.
- Arrival time: 3 pm to 9 pm.
- Departure time: By 10 am.
- Energy costs included?: Included in the rental price. Air conditioning included.
- Linen & towels included?: Linen and bath towels included in the rental price. Pool towels are included.
- Pets welcome?: Pets are not allowed.
- Changeover day: Saturday during July and August. Flexible during all other periods.
- End of stay cleaning included?: Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
- Smoking Allowed?: Strictly no smoking inside the villa.
- Insurance: It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property.
- Minimum stay: 7 nights.
- Heating costs included?: Not included in the rental price.
- Internet access?: Wi-Fi connection included.
- Other Ts and Cs: The pool is open from the beginning of April to the end of October.
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