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Masseria Cisterna Rossa

Ruffano, Puglia

A pure Puglian palette

10 Guests

5 Bedrooms

6 Bathrooms

On arrival at Masseria Cisterna Rossa one is treated to a feast of vivid Mediterranean colours: the pure, pearl-white near symmetry of the facade, the deep earthy green of the manicured lawns and the intense cerulean blue of the cloudless skies above! All bode well for a sensuous holiday experience that gets even better as you step over the threshold...

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedLuxurious art-filled interiors
  • IncludedFabulous 16m-long pool
  • IncludedOrganic kitchen garden
  • IncludedGorgeous gardens

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Masseria Cisterna Rossa's gorgeous pool and the surrounding olive orchards.

Loungers in the shade beside the pool awaiting you.

The main al fresco dining area is a convivial spot for long, lazy meals.

Ready for a swim?

The handsome white façade of Masseria Cisterna Rossa framed by manicured gardens.

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 local 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
  • IncludedA Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
  • 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
  • IncludedA daily cleaning service (3 hours/day, 6 days a week, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) and a mid-week linen change

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

From the Guest Book

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

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Masseria Cisterna Rossa is an exceptional property. Extremely spacious and comfortable. Wish we booked it for more than one week!

gs, United States of America August 2022

Masseria Cisterna Rossa is truly spectacular. We really loved the villa and the staff. We would even consider renting it again.

RH, United States of America August 2017

I have fallen in love with Masseria Cisterna Rossa - l love the house, the garden and the pool and always leave wanting to return. It was our second visit and we left saying we'd like to go back for a third time. It exudes a sense of beauty, luxury and calm - plus I absolutely rate the staff.

Anon, United Kingdom July 2017

Was hat Ihnen an Apulien am besten gefallen? Die Villa, das Essen (inkl. Essensvorbereitung durch das Personal).

Verified guest, July 2018

I thought the overall standard of Masseria Cisterna Rossa was exceptional. Lovely linen, the best equipped kitchen ever, totally clean - and I’m fussy! The grounds were perfect and very expansive. We had so much gorgeous outside space. The maid was absolutely brilliant, unflappable, friendly and very helpful and hardworking. Nothing was too much trouble for her.

Verified guest, October 2022

Masseria Cisterna Rossa is beautiful and the staff is absolutely adorable!

Verified guest, July 2024

Excellent

4.7/5

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The Area

Masseria Cisterna Rossa is set in the gentle Salento countryside, surrounded by centuries-old olive groves and woods. The area is dotted with charming rural towns such as Taurisano, Ugento, Miggiano and Specchia, in each of which you will find local markets, restaurants, some lovely architecture and a sense of the simple life. The sandy beaches of the Ionian coast are a short drive away past Ugento, and you may choose between free beaches and some stylish lidos.

The baroque jewel of Lecce is less than an hour's drive to the north, and is a great day out for anyone interested in Italian art and architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries. Further south, the "turn of the century" resort town of Leuca, right on the "heel" of Italy, with its Liberty villas is also well worth a visit. Meanwhile, a short drive to the northwest, will take you to the fortified island town of Gallipoli, with its lovely old centre, its sea-front fish restaurants and a gently bustling atmosphere. Gallipoli's east-facing Adriatic counterpart, fascinating Otranto, is also within easy driving distance and well worth a visit.

Getting to and around

Brindisi Airport:

105km - 65miles - 1hr30

Bari Airport:

225km - 140miles - 2hr45

Nearest shops and restaurants at Taurisano:

3km - 1.9miles - 5 mins

Specchia:

6km - 3.5miles - 10mins

Ugento:

9.5km - 6miles - 15mins

Nearest beaches at Torre San Giovanni:

15km - 9miles - 25mins

Gallipoli:

30km-19miles-30mins

Santa Maria di Leuca:

27km-17miles-30mins

Otranto:

41km-26miles-40mins

Lecce:

55km - 34miles - 50mins