A step back in time
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Trullo Terra Dolce (literally, "Sweet Earth") is a beautifully restored collection of original trulli, set in rolling olive groves with far reaching views of the soothing Valle d'Itria countryside. The sensitive restoration has comfort in mind in the form of superb fittings and underfloor climate control, and great style in the choice of materials and furnishings. This is a flexible property that will suit many group formations, from families to groups of friends.
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Keyholder highlights
- Panoramic pool
- Splendid, luxuriant gardens
- Characterful-filled interiors
- A secluded, tranquil location
Gallery
Looking across the pool to the main house.
The beautifully restored trullo part of Trullo Terra Dolce!
A good place for taking it easy...
The shady outdoor dining area.
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 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 available during your stay for 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
- A mid-week cleaning and linen change service
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Tourist 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.
Trullo Terra Dolce's gardens and grounds were beautiful, as was the pool.
SS July 2025
Beautiful villa and grounds. Very well maintained and equipped. Excellent service from The Thinking Traveller team.
L.O. September 2023
Excellent house + Excellent service = Excellent experience!
A.K. August 2023
The housekeeper was excellent. The meals she and her husband provided were wonderful too! We enjoyed meeting the owners.
Mr Brad Warnecke, United States of America October 2022
Really beautiful villa, garden and pool are stunning. We didn’t want to leave.
Verified guest, July 2023
Exceptional villa and the location was perfect to town.
Verified guest, July 2023
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
Trullo Terra Dolce is situated at the southern end of the Valle d'Itria between Ostuni, a beautifully restored baroque town with stunning panoramic views, and the pretty centre of Ceglie Messapica. The Valle d'Itria, however, 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 are looking for beaches, the Adriatic coast offers endless stretches of sand and some well recommended lidos from which to enjoy it. Further afield, Lecce, Gallipoli, Otranto and Monopoli are justly famous towns waiting for you to unlock their secrets.
Getting to and around
Brindisi Airport:
43km-27miles-45minsBari Airport:
100km-62miles-1hr30Nearest shops and restaurants:
in Ostuni - 8km-5miles-15mins - or Ceglie Messapica - 6km-3.5miles-15minsNearest beaches:
19km-12miles-20minsLocorotondo:
24km-15miles-30minsAlberobello:
46km-28miles-45minsLocal 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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Wine and Olive Oil tastings in Salento
No trip to Salento would be complete without a wine tasting to discover the famous Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes accompanied by some local delicacies. As well as these spectacular local wines, Puglia is typified by the millions of ancient olive trees scattered across the region, which produce extra virgin olive oil of a spectacular quality. A guided tour will give you a fascinating insight into the secrets of its production.
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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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