Trullo Terra Dolce

Ostuni, Puglia

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.

Key Highlights

  • Infinity pool
  • Pizza oven
  • Barbecue
  • Table tennis
  • Underfloor cooling system

Gallery

Trullo Terra Dolce's beautiful pool.

Trullo Terra Dolce's beautiful pool.

The pool with its calming countryside views.

The pool with its calming countryside views.

The beautifully restored trullo part of Trullo Terra Dolce!

The beautifully restored trullo part of Trullo Terra Dolce!

The gorgeous pool.

The gorgeous pool.

The shady outdoor dining area.

The shady outdoor dining area.

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Trullo Terra Dolce's gardens and grounds were beautiful, as was the pool.

– SS, visited 2025

Overview

  • GuestsUp to 8
  • Bedrooms4
  • Double beds3
  • Flexible double/twin bed1
  • Bathrooms5
  • En-suite bathrooms3 of 5

Features and Amenities

The property

  • Underfloor cooling system
  • Private parking
  • Fireplace

Pool & Wellness

  • Infinity pool
    12x7m

Services

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

Kitchen & Dining

  • Pizza oven
  • Barbecue
  • Filtered drinking water

Entertainment & Tech

  • Table tennis
  • Satellite Wi-Fi Internet
  • Bluetooth speakers

Includes

  • IncludedThe Thinking Traveller's expertise to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and access to 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 Airport43km-27miles-45mins
Bari Airport100km-62miles-1hr30
Nearest shops and restaurantsIn Ostuni - 8km-5miles-15mins - or Ceglie Messapica - 6km-3.5miles-15mins
Nearest beaches19km-12miles-20mins
Locorotondo24km-15miles-30mins
Alberobello46km-28miles-45mins

Bedroom details

Main House

  • Bedroom 1: alcove double bed (160x200cm), en-suite bathroom with shower

Second House

  • Bedroom 2: double bed (180x200cm), en-suite shower room

Third House

  • Bedroom 3: double bed (160x200cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 4: double-twin bed (180/90x200cm), adjacent shower room
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 Terra Dolce has reduced prices for groups that don’t need to use all the bedrooms. The bedrooms not required will be closed, but the rest of villa, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests. Please see further detail below:
  • For reduced occupancy bookings for 3 bedrooms sleeping 6: rooms 1, 3 and 4 will be prepared.
  • For reduced occupancy bookings for 2 bedrooms sleeping 4: your choice of rooms 1 and 2 or 3 and 4 will be prepared.
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About the property

Inside

accommodation at Trullo Terra Dolce is spread over three independently accessed houses, which, whilst resembling a single building from the outside, are not connected internally.

The main house is nearest to the pool and has a comfortable open-plan living and dining room with large glass doors offering stunning views over the gardens and pool, a well-equipped kitchen, also with garden access, one double bedroom with an alcove bed and an en-suite bathroom with tub and rainfall shower, a study, and a second bathroom.

The middle of the three houses is a classic trullo and is home to a double bedroom (with bed in an alcove) and an en-suite shower room.

The third house, furthest from the pool, comprises two bedrooms, a double and a double-twin, and two shower rooms (of which one en-suite), a living room with access to the gardens, and an al fresco dining and lounge area, a dining room with original, decorative bread oven and a kitchen.

The properties have been beautifully restored to a very high quality and subtly brought into the 21st century: many of the original features have been retained, some fulfilling their original function, others being ingeniously put to other uses.

Booking notes

a. if you need 2 bedrooms, you may choose either the main house and the trullo or the 2-bedroom house
b. if you need 3 bedrooms, you will be accommodated in the main house and the 2-bedroom house

Outside

Trullo Terra Dolce is surrounded by extensive gardens and terraces with a selection of shady spots for al fresco living and dining. Green lawns alternate with paved areas and all has been planted with a large variety of colourful and fragrant Mediterranean flora. The focal point, however, is the splendid pool, from which views over the surrounding woods (accessible from the gardens) and gentle countryside are delightful.

CIN No. IT 074012B400047898

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About 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.

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Considerations

This villa features underfloor air conditioning, a more energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional AC. It provides a gentle, consistent cooling throughout the space, though it may feel less intense than standard systems

The depth of the pool ranges from 1.2m to 2.3m.

Due to the nature of the property, which includes terraces, low walls, stairs to the roof (blocked by plants) and several drops around the grounds, children must be supervised at all times.

Trullo Terra Dolce features an infinity pool, offering swimmers views while in the pool. There is a small drop off the infinity side so we recommend children are supervised at all times. Please refer to our general safety page if you would like more information about infinity pools.

Read more about our Health and Safety Policy here

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Guest Reviews

Trullo Terra Dolce's gardens and grounds were beautiful, as was the pool.

SS, visited July 2025

Beautiful villa and grounds. Very well maintained and equipped. Excellent service from The Thinking Traveller team.

L.O., visited September 2023

Excellent house + Excellent service = Excellent experience!

A.K., visited August 2023

Really beautiful villa, garden and pool are stunning. We didn’t want to leave.

Verified guest, visited July 2023

Exceptional villa and the location was perfect to town.

Verified guest, visited July 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, visited October 2022

Trullo Terra Dolce was beautiful. The gardens were incredible.

MG, United States of America, visited September 2022

Trullo Terra Dolce is such a special, one of a kind property. We were blown away by the attention to detail in making this beautiful house a home and also appreciated the kindness in which the preservation of the trullo was done. We were absolutely blown away by the lovely house manager who helps take care of the beautiful Trullo Terra Dolce. She made our stay and we are so incredibly grateful to her.

LY, United Kingdom, visited July 2022

The gorgeous pool.

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