Title: The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Apartment in Castellana Grotte with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat ![Outdoor dining - The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat (Castellana Grotte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44790000/44783400/44783329/5edc5635.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat (Castellana Grotte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44790000/44783400/44783329/1ee87f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat (Castellana Grotte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44790000/44783400/44783329/763c9b21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat (Castellana Grotte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44790000/44783400/44783329/4b193a70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat (Castellana Grotte)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44790000/44783400/44783329/0bb60817.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Charming and luxurious apartment located on the first floor of the historic Don Leonardo Sgobba palace built in 1855. In the heart of the center, it is less 10 minutes by car from the Castellana Caves. You'll love his paintings, the floor with vintage mosaic patterns and the spectacular terrace where you can enjoy excellent breakfasts or if you want relax on summer evenings sipping good wine and eating some typical Apulian food (Such as braciole alla barese or Cozze alla marinara). The terrace of our apartment, equipped with table and chairs, overlooks the Church of San Francesco D'Assisi. Beautiful apartment on the first floor of a building, without elevator. You need to go up 50 steps to reach the apartment; so it is not particularly suitable for elderly people or families with small children. In 130 square meters of space, it comfortably accommodates five people. Kitchen. Equipped with microwave and traditional oven, moka, dishwasher, electric kettle and various kitchen utensils. Living room. Sofa bed for one and a half and a 32 television. Bedrooms. Both with double beds. Bathroom. Shower box with bidet and toilet, hairdryer and washing machine. Other services available. 1 fan, iron board and clotheshorse. Parking not included, you can park for a fee on the blue lines in the street for the price of 50 cents an hour. All identity documents of the guests must be presented on arrival as required by Italian law. Please note that check-in after the specified time must be agreed directly with the structure and provide a supplement as follows: - 21.30 - 23.00: € 25.00; - 23.00 - 24.00: € 30.00; - 24.00 - 01.30: € 40.00. Caves of Castellana are a cave system of inestimable importance for the worlds natural heritage. These limestone caves, discovered in 1938, are the country's longest natural subterranean network of passages. The caves teem with a huge variety of native wildlife, and an extraordinary range of underground landscapes, with some of the world's most surprising stalactite and stalagmite formations Inside these caverns, natural light streams through the ceiling, filtering down into darkness and creating curious visual effects, which change according to the time of day and the season. Don't miss the so-called White Cave, which is often the most shining cave in the world. The Castellana Caves are only 7 minutes away by car, or you have to take the train from Castellana Grotte Station (8 minutes away on foot) and take the L1 train towards Grotte di Castellana. The Bari-Karol Wojtyla International Airport is 50 minutes away by car. By public transport it is 1 hour and 30 minutes taking the train from the Airport to the Bari Centrale station and then take the L1 train to Castellana Grotte Station and continue on foot for about 10 minutes. Alberobello, for a trip out of town, is only 15 minutes by car or taking the train to the Alberobello stop in 45 minutes. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15441300/15441293/96621f43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel La Vetta Europa Castellana Grotte - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT072017B400039619, BA07201791000005160 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property cleanbnb\_2350 The Secret Terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Apartment The Secret Terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Castellana Grotte ## About the area Castellana Grotte is home to this apartment. Franco Anelli Speleological Museum and Pinacoteca Civica are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Zoosafari and Astronomical Observatory Sirio. Carnival of Putignano and Kartodromo 90 are also worth visiting. [Visit our Castellana Grotte travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte.dx6123450) [View more Apartments in Castellana Grotte](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castellana-Grotte-Apartments.d6123450-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.88289%2C17.16926&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ria4GTGv-WZiNscScrJpzQJ4-Oo=) Castellana Grotte, Puglia ### What's nearby - ![Grotte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105190/8838b3f8-d1e4-4959-963b-f10a00ec183a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Castellana Caves 5 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Indiana Park 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Il Parco dei Dinosauri 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Astronomical Observatory Sirio 5 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Piazza Franco Anelli 5 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Polignano a Mare Station 21 min drive - Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - Dream Cafè 10 min walk - Bella Capri 2 min walk - Osteria Caroseno 5 min walk - Saporè Pizzeria Gourmet 6 min walk - Bella Italia 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat? ### What time is check-out at The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat? ### Where is The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The secret terrace! Castellana Luxury Flat Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ada C. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay! This place was amazing! Had everything we needed and our host Cristina was very helpful and very responsive when we need something! I give it a 5 star rating :o) ##### Ada C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natale B. 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Indimenticabile Confortevole ##### Natale B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Piero B. 8 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Location #### Ok L’appartamento è posizionato in un bellissimo edificio storico al centro di Castellana di proprietà di eredi dell’antica famiglia nobiliare . La gestione è affidata ad un’agenzia che potrebbe migliorare la gestione dell’host . ##### Piero B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ---