At the gates of Ostuni
12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
A handsome, evocative villa dating back to 1712, Villa Lorans rises in stately fashion amidst nearly 10 acres of private gardens, pine woods and olive groves. This utterly tranquil setting belies the fact that the Adriatic coast is just 15 minutes away, and Ostuni, one of Puglia’s loveliest and most character-filled towns, is only a 3-minute drive. A conservative restoration project has breathed new life into Villa Lorans, while at the same time incorporating all manner of 21st-century comforts, contemporary design elements, and an enticing sea green pool.
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Keyholder highlights
- Beautifully restored historic home
- Ravishing blend of traditional and contemporary design
- 10 acres of mature gardens and woodland
- Easy access to Ostuni's old-town centre and the sea
- Irresistible saltwater pool
- Space and character in abundance
Gallery
Pure magic.
Villa Lorans's irresistible pool enveloped by manicured verdant lawns.
Choose your spot and settle in for a day of pure relaxation.
A magical atmosphere as dusk falls over Villa Lorans's handsome façade.
The atmospheric and thoroughly convivial al fresco dining area near the pool.
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
- A daily cleaning service (up to 6 hours a day) and a mid-week linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- The cost of ingredients and beverages for specified meals
- 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
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The Area
Villa Lorans is set in the heart of the Valle d'Itria, just a 3-minute drive from gorgeous old-town centre of Ostuni, and between 15 and 30 minutes from a series of beaches and lidos of the Adriatic coast.
The surrounding landscape is what one could define as "archetypal" Puglia: rolling hills shelving down to the coastal plane, grove upon grove of centuries-old olive trees, trulli cones everywhere you look, and a succession of charming and historic whitewashed towns bleached further by the southern Italian sun.
Nearby Ostuni, the whitest and arguably most scenic of all the Valle d'Itria's towns, is a gem with a achingly pretty old-town centre, whose labyrinth of narrow streets winds up and around a hill. Near the top is the Romanesque cathedral, and the vistas over the surrounding landscape and out to sea are magical. There's a great selection of restaurants, bar, cafés, independent shop and other amenities.
Cisternino, a vibrant market town, whose old town centre is an absolute pleasure to explore, spend time in, and make your own.
Other picturesque towns not to miss in the vicinity include Cisternino, Locorotondo (literally the "round place"), Alberobello, whose trulli-dense historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Martina Franca, the unofficial cultural capital of the Valle d'Itria.
The Adriatic coast below Ostuni has plenty to inspire, not least the numerous bays, beaches and chic lidos that can be found in and around Villanova, Torre Canne and the Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve.
A little further north are the historic seafront towns of Monopoli and Polignano a Mare, which can both be visited in a single day-trip.
