The villa
This friendly villa in Puglia provides incomparable views over the Adriatic Sea from its hilltop location within a rocky outcropping near Bari and Brindisi. Though its seclusion allows for complete privacy and relaxation, it’s ideally situated to exploring renowned beaches, ancient towns and incredible cuisine nearby.
Benefiting from a substantial upgrade a few years ago, inviting common spaces are fitted with lovely furnishings. You’ll find thoughtful excellent amenities throughout every corner. The main kitchen is big enough to host the group, or enjoy a catered meal by the private chef available for hire. Eight bedrooms represent both elegance and comfort, three masters even benefit from their own sofas.
Descend the steps into your private outdoor oasis, where a pool offers relaxation with a view. Have breakfast in the lush gardens and dinner on the covered terrace set for twenty. With the many terraces, pagodas, and lounge furniture, you’ll find it easy to spend the whole day outside.
Within a few minutes drive you’ll find yourself in the centre of local tourist attractions. Make sure to visit the famous trulli homes!
“This large eight - bedroom villa offers wonderful views of the Adriatic coastline and is decorated with Puglian charm. Villa Silva is perfect for families or large parties looking for a rural escape.” Read the Telegraph’s full review of Villa Silva
Villa Silva’s prime location offers easy access to endless beaches, Mediterranean climate and exquisite cuisine. The villa is in the central point of all the interesting tourist attractions.
There is so much to enjoy of Puglia. History from Roman times is evident in its extraordinary array of architecture. If there is one symbol of Puglia that stands out, it is the imposing castles and mystical 'trulli' houses that are built all over the province.
There are many delightful towns within close proximity to Villa Silva. They all have an authentic Italian feel with year round street festas, weekly market days and charming old centres dating back hundreds of years.
Only a few kilometres down the hill is Fasano, a beautiful ancient town which was subject to the Knights of Malta for many years. The hills, Selva di fasano, are a naturally wooded area rich in oak trees and perfect for stunning country walks.
A few kilometers' drive into the interior are the towns of Ostuni, Martina Franca, Cisternino, Locorotondo and Alberobello.
Ostuni is an exquisite town known as the White City because of its white - washed streets surrounded by medieval walls. A visit is highly recommended. Martina Franca is a town with a tangible Moorish flavour. It has a medieval centre adorned with some of the best examples of baroque architecture that you'll find.
Cisternino and Locorotondo are both small, charming towns with whitewashed historic centers obviously influenced by the Greeks. Guests can view the Valle d'itria from there and some of Puglia's prettiest landscapes.
Of course the Trulli have always been an important tourist attraction for Puglia. Their intrinsic beauty has captured the hearts and souls of many. Alberobello is also only a short drive from the apartments, and there guests can view over a thousand of these magical limestone dwellings standing out against the bright blue sky. They create a beautiful exotic scene, almost like a fairy tale. It is impossible to see anything like it anywhere else in the world.
Also just a few kilometres away is the zoo/safari Fasanolandia. This is the greatest animal park in Italy where thousands of animals can be observed free in a completely protected area. There is also a dolphinarium and an amusement park for all ages.
There is a selection of different beaches on the Adriatic shores in close proximity to Villa Silva, and because of its prime location guests also have the choice of the Ionian Sea, around forty minutes away. The nearest beaches include; Savelletri (22 mins), Torre Canne (22 mins) and Capitol.
The most important thing is that these coastlines offer a very clean natural environment where guests can soak in the warm Mediterranean sun and enjoy the feel of the sand, the sight of the sea and the sound of the surf.