Casina Elia

Gallipoli, Puglia

Casina Elia is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

The fashion designer's house

6 Guests

3 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

A homage to the noble traditions of Puglian country living, Casina Elia oozes charm, comfort and understated elegance in equal measure. Fragrant herb-planted gardens greet guests, hinting at the sensory pleasures to come, while the seductive pool encourages repose and relaxation. The intention of the owner, a prominent Italian fashion designer, was to create a stylish retreat imbued with the spirit of her beloved Puglia: the result is a perfect success!

Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedCountry-chic interiors
  • IncludedPractical layout
  • IncludedExtensive gardens and pool

Gallery

A shot of the lovely pool with the house in the background.

Arriving at Casina Elia.

Pristine lawns surrounding the pool. Please note that some of the olive trees have been removed since this photo was taken.

Welcome to Casina Elia!

The living area accesses an outdoor living area.

Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe expertise of a dedicated team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
  • IncludedAccess to our award winning local support, knowledge and personal recommendations during your stay
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedAccess to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
  • IncludedA mid-week cleaning and linen change service

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedTourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night

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The Area

Casina Elia is just 3 km from the charming towns of Alezio and Parabita and 7km from Gallipoli and the coast. Alezio has some superb baroque buildings, high-quality shops and cafes, a market, restaurants and a relaxed, authentic feel. Gallipoli is a true jewel of a town, set on a fortified island and featuring some fabulous architecture as well as lively nightlife and some great restaurants. The delightful baroque town of Lecce is just 40 minutes drive, most certainly worth a visit.

Tennis courts and horse riding within a 10 minutes drive from the villa!

We will also be pleased to organise several bespoke activities, such as wine tasting tours or day trips to Matera.

Getting to and around

Brindisi Airport:

85km-53miles-1hr15

Bari Airport:

204km-127miles-2hr30

Nearest shops, restaurants and amenities:

2km-1.3miles-5mins in Alezio or 8km-5miles-20mins in Gallipoli

Gallipoli:

8km-5miles-20mins

Nearest beaches:

there are a series of beaches in and around Gallipoli within a 20-minute drive

Lecce:

42km-26miles-40mins

Matera:

216km-135miles-3hrs

From the Guest Book

Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.

An illustration of a guest book

Casina Elia is a really beautiful property, especially the roof terrace. The staff were fantastically helpful.

Mrs Caroline Baird, United Kingdom September 2019

We loved the area and had an incredible time.

BG, Canada August 2019

We had an absolutely magical stay at Casina Elia once again. It's the perfect home for our party of five and we enjoyed the beautiful swimming pool and gardens during the day. In the evenings, we would enjoy the sunset from the rooftop terrace and cook up a BBQ feast of local delicacies. Thank you once again to the incredible team at The Thinking Traveller for a perfect holiday experience from start to finish.

Mrs Suzanne Paciullo, United States of America July 2018

We loved Casina Elia; wonderful different spaces for people to relax; excellent, well-equipped kitchen.

Ms Emma Blackley, United Kingdom October 2017

The presentation of the property and the welcome pack at the beginning was exceptional.

Verified guest, July 2017

The welcome was so amazing and we thank you so much for that. Casina Elia was everything and more. The bed linen and towels to die for. We were so so incredibly happy. We loved EVERYTHING from the booking process to our stay.

Miss Madeleine Thomson, Australia June 2017

Excellent

4.7/5

Local Experiences

Exclusively available to clients of The Thinking Traveller

Private boat charters in Salento

Private boat charters in Salento

Culinary experiences in Salento

Culinary experiences in Salento

Wine and Olive Oil tastings in Salento

Wine and Olive Oil tastings in Salento

Private guided tours in Salento

Private guided tours in Salento

Beach clubs and relaxing activities

Beach clubs and relaxing activities

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