Trullo Gaura

Ceglie Messapica, Puglia

Spinning off a circular courtyard

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

Situated just outside the charming town of Ceglie Messapica, one of Italy's most renowned gastronomic centres, and within driving distance of all that is best about the Valle d'Itria, Trullo Gaura is a light-filled, elegant property that's perfect for a relaxing holiday in the countryside.

Key Highlights

  • Pool
  • Barbecue
  • Table tennis

Gallery

The pool, gardens and trulli.

The pool, gardens and trulli.

The pool and gardens with Trullo Gaura behind.

The pool and gardens with Trullo Gaura behind.

The shaded al fresco dining area near the pool.

The shaded al fresco dining area near the pool.

The entrance to the fourth bedroom in the 'right wing' seen from the gardens.

The entrance to the fourth bedroom in the 'right wing' seen from the gardens.

The perfect spot for lunches and dinners!

The perfect spot for lunches and dinners!

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Trullo Guara was paradise. From the moment we arrived it was magical, so relaxing and peaceful. I loved the layout of the trulli and how it was situated to perfectly blend into the landscape. We enjoyed the cool breezes and the star-filled skies. Our daughter enjoyed the pool and my husband grilled outside every nite. The trulli suited us perfectly!

SC, visited 2026

Overview

  • GuestsUp to 8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Double beds2
  • Flexible double/twin beds2
  • Bathrooms3
  • En-suite bathrooms2 of 3

Features and Amenities

The property

  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Air cooling system

Pool & Wellness

  • Pool
    10x5m

Services

  • Local knowledge and recommendations
  • On-the-ground support
  • Wine delivery service

Kitchen & Dining

  • Barbecue
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Entertainment & Tech

  • Table tennis
  • Satellite Wi-Fi Internet
  • Satellite TV

Includes

  • IncludedBespoke itinerary planning and exclusive experiences
  • IncludedExclusive use of your private villa and grounds
  • IncludedEffortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
  • IncludedAward-winning local expertise throughout your stay

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)

Getting to and around

Brindisi Airport49km-30miles-45mins
Bari Airport105km-65miles-1hr30
Nearest shops, restaurants and amenities, at Ceglie Messapica6km-4miles-10mins
Nearest beaches27km-17miles-35mins (on the Adriatic coast), 45km-28miles-1hr (on the Ionian coast)
Martina Franca18km-11miles-25mins
Ostuni16km-10miles-22mins
Locorotondo22km-14miles-25mins
Alberobello32km-21miles-40mins

Bedroom details

  • Bedroom 1: double bed (170x190cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 2: double-twin bed (180/90x200cm), shower room shared with bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: double bed (160x200cm), shower room shared with bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 4: double-twin bed (180/90x200cm), en-suite shower room

Bedroom 4 can only be accessed externally.

NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.

Reduced Occupancy

During the shoulder seasons, Trullo Gaura has a reduced price for a group of up to 6 that only need up to 3 bedrooms. The bedroom not required will be closed, but the rest of villa, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests. Should you book the reduced occupancy, bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 will be prepared for you.
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About the property

Inside

accommodation at Trullo Gaura comprises two ‘wings’ divided by a central hub. The main entrance is via a charming circular courtyard which leads directly into the heart of the house: a luminous open-plan kitchen-diner and living area, from which one may access both the gorgeous gardens and the main sleeping quarters. High vaulted ceilings and pure white walls are offset by the subtle grey hues of the window frames, doors and flooring, a theme that runs throughout most of the property. Two sets of French windows make for an effortless indoor-outdoor living experience.

Between the dining table and the kitchen, a corridor leads to the ‘left wing’, where there are two lovely bedrooms. The first is a large double-twin with separate sitting area, furnished with a sofa and desk, while the second is a double. Between them is a beautifully finished shower room, featuring a delightful moulded sink and vanity area. Both bedrooms have direct access to a furnished terrace and the gardens that surround the house.

Heading back into the hub of the house, a couple of steps lead from the comfy sofas of the living area to the ‘right wing’. Here, there is a bright TV room and a double bedroom with lovely en-suite shower room. On this side of the property, but accessed only from the gardens, is the fourth bedroom, a double-twin with its own en-suite shower room.

Outside

Trullo Gaura sits amidst a gorgeous mature garden that brims with myriad species of flowers, aromatic shrubs and trees. Immediately surrounding the house, and accessed from the kitchen-diner and living area, the bedrooms in the ‘right wing’ and the fourth bedroom, are a series of furnished terraces.

From the terraced area outside the kitchen, a hop, skip and a jump will take you to the dreamy shaded al fresco dining area and then onto the pool, which is immersed in the calming verdant gardens.

CIN No. IT074003C200039894

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About the Area

Trullo Gaura is situated in the south of the Valle d'Itria between Ceglie Messapica and Martina Franca and close to Ostuni, a beautifully restored baroque town with stunning panoramic views. Ceglie Messapica has a beautiful old town centre and is renowned for the quality of its restaurants and its important food festivals. 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 and Cisternino are also well worth a visit. If you are looking for beaches, the Adriatic and Ionian coasts offer endless stretches of sand and some well-recommended lidos. Further afield, Lecce, Gallipoli, Otranto and Monopoli are justly famous towns waiting for you to unlock their secrets.

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Considerations

While there is no mobile phone reception at Trullo Gaura, there is a good Wi-Fi connection, meaning that calls and messages can be made/received through Internet-based apps.

You may also wish to know that the pool has a single depth of 1.5m.

Trullo Gaura backyard is neighboured by a house, which sometimes hosts its owner's dog, and and a very friendly cat that can be seen occasionally in the gardens, which is very useful to keep the wildlife under control.

Due to the nature of the property, which includes terraces, low walls and several drops around the grounds, children must be supervised at all times.

Read more about our Health and Safety Policy here

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Guest Reviews

Trullo Guara was paradise. From the moment we arrived it was magical, so relaxing and peaceful. I loved the layout of the trulli and how it was situated to perfectly blend into the landscape. We enjoyed the cool breezes and the star-filled skies. Our daughter enjoyed the pool and my husband grilled outside every nite. The trulli suited us perfectly!

SC, visited June 2026

Everything was perfect at Trullo Gaura. We had a great time.

Verified guest, visited March 2026

Trullo Gaura was well furnished and well laid out. The padel court was a huge draw. The Thinking Traveller team were extremely responsive and helpful. A cut above the competition.

NH, visited October 2025

Trullo Gaura was the best villa and local service we have ever had. Its facilities were excellent and exceeded our expectations. There can be very few holiday destinations where you have not only a private pool, but also sole use of an on-site padel court! Thanks for enabling us to have a great and truly memorable holiday! We hope to return next year.

JL, visited September 2025

Trullo Gaura certainly exceeded expectations. The situation was quiet and sufficiently out of town to feel rural, yet within easy reach of Ceglie. The design of the villa is beautiful and everything was prepared carefully for our arrival. What stood out was the beautiful swimming pool and the elegant rooms. We would return - it was paradise.

RG, visited May 2025

We had a great stay at Trullo Gaura, thanks. It's in a great location and comes with luxury amenities, wonderful staff, great spaces for gathering and high-end finished. It is conveniently located a short drive away from many Puglian sights.

Verified guest, visited May 2025

Trullo Gaura is very comfortable and relaxing with great facilities and a quiet location.

Verified guest, visited September 2024

All the important aspects of Trullo Gaura were 10 ratings: location, quality of villa and its amenities. The grounds were immaculate. It really was lovely and so accommodating! And the region was delightful.

KH, visited September 2024

The entrance to the fourth bedroom in the 'right wing' seen from the gardens.

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