Title: The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment 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 home # The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment ## Photo gallery for The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access - The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment (vaste)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152300/54152217/39e8c38a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment (vaste)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152300/54152217/3d384c53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment (vaste)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152300/54152217/9c2ec10d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment (vaste)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152300/54152217/d7c964c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment (vaste)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152300/54152217/463d675c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, a playground and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment . ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Breakfast available - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchenette - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Boat - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101209100/101209054/0b4df39e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Salentina With Garden And Pool Ortelle - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=101209054&PinnedHotelID=101209054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94730000/94720300/94720209/20fa8dea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ortelle House of the 5 fireplaces with terrace Ortelle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=94720209&PinnedHotelID=94720209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101217400/101217306/fc60d8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Salentina With Garden And Pool, Santa Cesarea Terme, Italy Santa Cesarea Terme - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=101217306&PinnedHotelID=101217306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103890000/103888800/103888799/2ccca104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casananda Blissful retreat 8mins drive from Castro Marina. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 Safety features at this property include a deadlock 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 LE07561191000005948, IT075061C200040450 ### 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 il Grillo e la Cicala - Appartamento Mare e Natura Ortelle ## About the area Located in Ortelle, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Baia Dei Turchi Beach and Alimini Beach. Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta and La Cutura Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks. [Visit our Ortelle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ortelle.dx6252429) [View more Holiday homes in Ortelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ortelle-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6252429-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C40.04257%2C18.38581&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Gyl1CVqJqpXD3dmJsbL3FTX_fLA=) vaste, Provincia di Lecce ### What's nearby - Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste 7 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Zinzulusa Cave 14 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Castro Marina 15 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Cala dell'Acquaviva 16 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Santa Cesarea Terme Beach 18 min drive \- 5.6 miles ### Getting around - Poggiardo Station 3 min drive - Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) 72 min drive ### Restaurants - Me Gusta 5 min drive - Portici.doc 2 min drive - Caffè Borghese 2 min drive - Orion 4 min drive - Utopia 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment ? ### What time is check-in at The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment ? ### What time is check-out at The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment ? ### Where is The cricket and the cicada - sea and nature apartment located? ## Have a question? 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