The white Masseria in the walled gardens
10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
White-washed, handsome, imposing, and historic, Masseria Donnagnora rises serenely from the sun-baked earth and silver-green olive groves surrounding it. The property's architectural heritage has been lovingly conserved, with story-telling original features at every turn, while the oasis-like enclosed formal gardens thrive with colour, fragrances and vivacity. Masseria Donnagnora was most recently featured in the Wall Street Journal and Condé Nast Traveller.
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Keyholder highlights
- Beautiful restoration
- Character-filled interiors
- Elegant pool
- Manicured walled gardens
Gallery
The beautiful pool sits serenely in the gardens.
Masseria Donnagnora's handsome façade rising from the surrounding walled gardens.
The main al fresco dining area is flanked by a sitting area and served by a barbecue.
The super kitchen, with its colourful tiles and its airy space.
The hot tub in the atmospheric spa.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The 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
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An 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
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access 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
- Up to 4 hours daily cleaning from Monday to Saturday and a mid-week linen change service
- Daily breakfast table setup (excluding Wednesdays). The housekeeper will also fix the beds during their visit
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Ingredients for specified meals
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The Area
Masseria Donnagnora is situated 5km south of Ostuni, a beautifully restored baroque town with stunning panoramic views, and 12km east of the pretty centre of Ceglie Messapica.
The Valle d'Itria is probably best known for its trulli, and nowhere are these more in evidence than in the picture-postcard town of Alberobello. Locorotondo, Cisternino and Martina Franca are also well worth a visit.
If you're looking for beaches, the Adriatic coast plenty of options, as well as some well recommended lidos. A drive of around 20 minutes will take you to a series of sandy bays.
Further afield, Lecce, Gallipoli, Otranto and Monopoli are justly famous towns waiting for you to unlock their secrets.
Brindisi Airport:
42km-26miles-40minsBari Airport:
106km-66miles-1hr20Ostuni (nearest shops, restaurants and amenities):
5km-3miles-10minsNearest beaches:
there are several options on the Adriatic coast, about 20mins driveCisternino:
20km-12.5miles-30minsMartina Franca:
29km-18miles-35minsLocorotondo:
31km-19miles-40minsAlberobello:
40km-25miles-50minsLecce:
80km-50miles-1hrLocal Experiences
Culinary experiences in Valle d'Itria
The Valle d'Itria has a rich culinary heritage that combines simplicity, deliciously flavoursome ingredients, and respect for tradition. One of our culinary experiences in the area will give you a unique insight into one of Italy's most genuine and tasty expressions of cucina povera.
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Wine and olive oil tours in Valle d'Itria
The Valle d’Itria boasts its own “wine road”, running between the towns of Locorotondo and Martina Franca. The former, which perches atop its very own hill, is yet another of those picture-perfect towns that the Valle d’Itria excels in. After spending a little time exploring its achingly beautiful streets and admiring the wonderful views, we recommend you head down to one of the terraced vineyards below to taste Locorotondo’s renowned white wine, arguably the best in Puglia. We know the best places, so just say the word and we’ll organise a tour anda tasting for you.
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Private boat charters in Valle d'Itria
When in Puglia you are rarely far from the sea and it is no coincidence that the region's inhabitants are great seafarers. Yachting and pleasure-boating are popular pastimes, as are most watersports. Indeed, it is the sea, its beaches and its translucent waters that make Puglia such a popular holiday destination not only for Italians but also for a growing number of overseas visitors.
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Beach clubs and relaxing activities
It’s hard to beat a day at a beach club for total relaxation – we’ve selected the best spots for you, where you can find outstanding quality and service.
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Private guided tours in Valle d'Itria
Valle d'Itria is home to some of Italy's most beautiful towns, offering a series of panoramic viewpoints from which you can admire the rolling hills, the dry stone walls and the trulli of the surrounding countryside and learn the history and culture of the region.Just across the Puglian border into Basilicata, another gem not to be missed: Matera.
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