Title: WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000400/22000349/12a54c82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000400/22000349/c295fb3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000400/22000349/fc6a60b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000400/22000349/70e7b80a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22010000/22000400/22000349/fd3a7806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of golfing on-site, a water park and a terrace at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking, boating and cycling at this villa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedroomsSleeps 1432292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Hot tub - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden Palazzo Umberto is a historic residence of considerable value located in the ancient village of Poggiardo, one of the most beautiful in Salento, near the crystalline sea of ​​Castro (3 KM), the spas and caves of Santa Cesarea, as well as the golden beaches of Otranto. Behind the building there is a delightful garden, a countryside with orange trees, with a wonderful salt water swimming pool set in white stone, equipped with whirlpool and piped music. By the pool there is the citrus grove that acts as a natural umbrella above comfortable and relaxing sun loungers. The ancient structure has a strategic position: every day you can reach a different beach choosing from the most beautiful ones. Near the spa for wellness and body care treatments. Free WI FI Internet, Sky, English TV Inside you will find comfort, nature and privacy; outside the Piazza Barocca offers events, festivals, exhibitions, musical concerts, flea market every Wednesday morning, folk dances, pizzica, parties with baroque lights, nightlife, narrow alleys with craft shops, etc .. Enchant the authentic architecture of the house for the beauty of the vaults and the mastery of the original floors of the time ... The 400 m2 covered building is spread over two floors and an attic: 0 - RUSTIC ground floor: large entrance, garden with citrus grove and chlorine-free salt water pool, (hydromassage - shower - foot wash - child safety gate), large internal living room with typical ceilings (library, TV, stereo music, checkers, chess , poker, table football, BILLIARD room ect ..), free wi-fi internet, wood-burning fireplace, kitchenette with pool fridge, wine cellar, dog kennel, 1 double bedroom and 2 bathrooms. The living room on the ground floor can be transformed into a huge bedroom with an en suite bathroom. SWIMMING POOL OPEN from 1st May to 30th October. Maximum capacity of the house 14 beds. Maximum capacity on the ground floor of 5 comfortable beds. The dog is allowed unless otherwise agreed. 1 - first floor NOBLE: elegant living room furnished with white sofas, local antiques and art objects; dining room with typical handcrafted crockery, ancient equipped kitchen, pantry, 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms on the floor, a wonderful Lecce stone terrace with barbecue for fantastic outdoor dinners. In the large spaces of the living area, 1 other comfortable bed is available on request for a total capacity of 5 people on the first floor. 2 - YOUNG panoramic attic: 1 double bedroom and 1 adjoining twin bedroom for a total of 4 beds which have a large bathroom with shower and corner bath, an independent kitchen with laundry and a fantastic 'lamia' (Salento terrace) overlooking the medieval castle for unforgettable dinners under the stars. Spectacular views of the folk festivals with the baroque lights and the fires that shine on the village. A fantastic place to build your ideal holiday: history, sea, culture, traditions, relaxation, spas, etc. A house where you can truly feel like a Salento and savor the best of a unique place in the world! Large private and free parking inside. Public parking outside. The works exhibited in the house are authentic masterpieces of the Salento artist Antonio Chiarello. In autumn, wine tasting in the cellar of the Menhir vineyard and extra virgin olive oil. If you like you can participate in the olive or grape harvest according to the period, ask the owners by email. Next to your house there is the museum of culture with a well-stocked library (book loan Mon Wed Fri 9 - 12 Tue Thu 16 - 18.30) 10 meters from your building you can dine in the Piazza restaurant, with a few tables, excellent typical cuisine and a stocked list of local wines (better to book). A 2-minute walk from home you will find the Mascanada pizzeria with excellent pizza and delicious cuisine .... Also excellent is the Tesoretto with a wide choice of beers ... and the bourgeois coffee for grilled meat and the fundamental life for breakfast. Portici DOC (20 m from home) for the 'pasticciotti', the cream and chocolate pastry for the almond paste .... The use of the house and the swimming pool is exclusive. From 8 November to 1 May the prices refer to two people. ASK FOR A CUSTOMIZED QUOTE. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub or hydromassage showerhead - Outdoor shower - Private bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Library - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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 - Note from host: solo giardino e e terrazzi ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Farming classes - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Farming classes - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Living plant wall - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 32,292 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets - Wind energy ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Start the dishwasher Gather used towels Take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: safe kildren house ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings Chiedere al proprietario sempre prima e avvisare ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Solo giardino e e terrazzi ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14 Note from host: chiedere al proprietario sempre prima e avvisare Long-term renters welcome This property uses wind and solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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 IT075061B400036944, LE075097043S0009654 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Winery 1700 Maison Otranto Villa Poggiardo Winery 1700 Maison Otranto Villa Winery 1700 Maison Otranto Poggiardo Winery 1700 Maison Otranto Winery 1700 Historic Maison With Private Pool big Garden ## About the area Located in Poggiardo, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Baia Dei Turchi Beach and Alimini Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Otranto Waterfront. Travelling with kids? Consider Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta and La Cutura Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Poggiardo travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Poggiardo.dx6085463) [View more Villas in Poggiardo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Poggiardo-Villas.d6085463-aaVillas.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%7C40.05387%2C18.37701&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XetM7A42Y7fzkXByYmE9-Iuin3s=) Poggiardo ### What's nearby - Zinzulusa Cave - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles - Castro Marina - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles - Santa Cesarea Terme Beach - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles - Porto Badisco Beach - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles - Otranto Waterfront - 20 min drive - 12.7 miles ### Getting around - Poggiardo Station - 8 min walk - Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Portici.doc - ‬3 min walk - ‪Orion - ‬5 min drive - ‪Lievito Madre - ‬5 min walk - ‪Caffè Borghese - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tirami Yo - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden? > Checkout is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden located? > This family-friendly Poggiardo villa is located by the ocean, 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Parco dei Guerrieri di Vaste, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Artefatto - L'idea in Terracotta and La Cutura Botanical Garden. Santa Cesarea Terme Beach and Cala dell'Acquaviva are also within 6 miles (10 km). Poggiardo Station is 8 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## WINERY 1700 historic maison with private pool and big garden Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue D. 8 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent venue for friends reunion We had a fabulous week here enjoying the villa and all it’s many social areas - the market day was fun and some excellent food was eaten at local restaurants ##### Sue D. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie C., Adelaide SAAustralia 29 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Holiday Wonderful house to accomodate 6 adults and 4 children.Great location and wonderful host Maria who did everything to assist. Close to drive to other places and sightseeing.Be aware that have to pay for gas and electricity on top of rental package. ##### Julie C. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helena L. 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Puglia We were a party of 13 comprising 3 separate families. Beautiful villa in fabulous location in centre of town which was a hidden gem with numerous excellent restaurants and a huge market on Wednesday mornings. Great base for exploring the area and lots of different spots to sit and hang out including a delightful terrace. Maria was extremely helpful booking restaurants, organising a chef for one evening and recommendations of where to visit. We were very sorry to leave. Our American friend even took photos of the arches to show her builders doing her house renovation in the States! ##### Helena L. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. 16 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing holiday We were 2 families with 5 teenage and adult sons and the space in the property was perfect. Maria was super friendly and helpful We loved Poggiardo and local beach of Castro The house has a wonderful pool and terraces. We will definitely be back ##### Sarah S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in a magnificent Palazzo The villa was fantastic for 2 families (4 adults, 6 kids). Great pool area and spacious living quarters. Poggiardo is a lovely little town, just outside the villa gates and unspoilt by tourism. Restaurants were of a high standard and served the tastiest Puglia delicacies. The host, Maria, was so helpful in arranging transfers, restaurants and giving advice on the area (including beaches). Highly recommended for a holiday. ##### James P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig C. 7 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delight in Southern Puglia Our group of 8 adults enjoyed a marvellous time at this unique house. The outdoor areas in Summer were particularly useful, the pool and the shade excellent, the location to many surrounding areas a real treat. Poggiardo is a lovely town, close to Castro and well located for a day trip to Lecce and many wonderful coastal towns. Maria was a delight to deal with. Highly recommend. ##### Craig C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard H., Halifax, Nova Scotia 18 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Historic expansive property This is a beautiful house and grounds that is so very convenient, being middle of the town, yet completely private. Attention should be paid to the details of the listing. Maria is exceptionally responsive and helpful. ##### Richard H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick L. 26 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay in a beautiful house Family holiday of 14 (9 adults and 5 children). Right from the start, Maria (property manager) was excellent, fast responses to any questions and no problem that couldn’t be solved. House is amazing, lots of space, salt water pool that’s deep enough for the 10/11yr olds to stand safely, gorgeous side-garden with hammock, boules, orange and lime trees, table soccer and bicycles. Located right on the main piazza in Poggiardo within walking distance of many excellent restaurants, café’s, gelato and cake shops and the market on the square every Wednesday morning! ##### Patrick L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James N. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bellissima villa Sono tornato per la seconda volta in questo Palazzo stupendo per festeggiare il mio 50 esimo compleanno, se io potessi ci vivrei per sempre lí: avevo la camera di fronte alla piscina con dei soffitti a stella e il bagno en suite, con la doccia enorme. Ho chiesto di fare il late safe check in, perché sono arrivato in aereo tardi la notte , e il mio host ha organzzato un trasfer con Renê Taxi per tutto il gruppo. Noi abbiamo avuto un tempo fantastico, abbiamo avuto il cuoco che ha cucinato per noi i piatti tipici del luogo, la terrazza per il pranzo all'aperto era favolosa. L'aria condizionata era efficiente in ogni camera da letto e abbiamo dormito benissimo- Per la veritá, al piano terra i muri in pietra sono cosi possenti che la casa é fresca naturalmente . Questo é davvero un posto speciale che merita di essere abitato almeno una volta nella vita ! Grazie Maria per tutti i servizi che ci hai fornito degni di un albergo a 5 stelle ! Spero di tornare ancore, non c'é due senza tre! ##### James N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James N. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### FABULOUS Una villa incredibile!!!! Quando io sono entrato nel PALAZZO, mi sono sentito trasportato indietro nel tempo, in una dimensione storica avvolto nella bellezza . Gli spazi esterni a luglio erano mozzafiato, profumo di lavanda e di arance, lime, prugne e una vite di uva ancora acerba avvolgeva la terrazza, una poesia ! Non potevo credere ai miei occhi , era molto piú bello dal vivo che sulle foto. Le foto non rendono giustizia alla bellezza di questo posto fantatico . La casa ha interni degni di una rivista, enorme con 5 bagni davvero confortevoli . La doccia del piano terra era strepitosa e la mia camera grande quasi 100 metri. Fantastica vacanza , esperienza indimenticabile , host davvero molto molto affifabile , torneremo sicuramente ! ##### James N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bo N. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem Fantastic place in a small friendly village. We had a great week with quite a few excursions. Otranto was an interesting and beautiful place. Rene who drove us all week was extremely reliable. Can really recommended his taxi and transfer service. 🙏 Maria was there for us whenever we wanted. ##### Bo N. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan A., 1404 Siggerud, Norge 10 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic week at Palazzo Umberto We have just returned to Norway after a fantastic week in Poggiardo. We went four generations and everyone enjoyed the stay so much. The palazzo is large, so you may have some time for yourself if needed. All necessary equipment required was there kitchen and bath rooms etc. The place was perfectly cleaned upon arrival. Maria was a helping angel; she took care of all our requests and organized minibus rides to the only open lido (October) and transport tour/retour to the airport and so on. Bare in mind that Poggiardo is not a tourist destination and English is not widely spoken, but that is also part of the charm. What can be improved: Maria; you can sharpen the knives in the kitchen. We have no hesitation giving Palazzo Umberto and Maria five stars. Jan Asbjørnsen Norway ##### Jan A. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona O. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large group holiday Our group of 6 adults and 5 children (aged 7-12) spent a lovely week in Palazzo Umberto Poggidaro in August 2022. The accommodation is split over three floors which suited our three families. The kitchen is small but the outside space more than makes up for it. The pool area (with a gate) was beautiful and the pool was a great size and depth for our kids who spent the week swimming. The green space to the side of the house was lovely and cool during the heat and the kids loved playing on the grass with the bowls set. There was ample parking for three cars. Palazzo Umberto is a traditional rustic beautiful house - we loved the pool area and outside space. Poggidaro is a small town with some lovely bars and a good choice of restaurants - close to towns such as Ortrano and Castro. There were lots of events on in the town while we were there - the weekly market, a music concert and a Cuban night. We had a great week and would recommend the Palazzo to friends and family. ##### Fiona O. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan K., London 27 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Wonderful Had a lovely week in Poggiardo. Once inside the property is amazing with its court yard, lovely pool and orchard area - it is like your own private hideaway. The property is well kitted out with all amenities and a well equipped kitchen had everything we needed. There was plenty of room inside and out- although most evenings were spent on the outdoor terrace. - even in October! There are some nice restaurants/bistros nearby along with the local bakery shops/butchers/fishmongers and a good size supermarket. The Wednesday street market is well worth a look. It was a good base for trips to Lecce and down along the coast Maria was very helpful in settling us in and helped us to organise Maria Rosaria to come to the villa to cook an authentic Puglian meal which was a lovely night and would definitely recommend. Can not recommend Palazzo Umberto enough as a wonderful place to stay. Grazie mille! ##### Bryan K. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Audrey H. 19 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Une superbe maison, très agréable pour 2 familles avec enfants Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine de vacances dans cette villa. Accueil par la propriétaire sympathique et chaleureuse. Une ancienne demeure avec beaucoup de charme et avec une grande piscine où les enfants ont passé beaucoup de temps. ##### Audrey H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria D. 27 Feb 2019 #### TOP The best house in the best place! TOP ##### Maria D. Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike K., NEW YORK 9 Oct 2018 #### SUCH BLISS... We spent most of the summer of 2018 at this amazing home in Poggiardo. It makes an outstanding home base to explore Salento and Apulia! First, Poggiardo is a perfect town to call "home" in Salento. The people are welcoming, the town is not pretentious or touristy, most things are walkable for your daily needs. You can easily have coffee and pastry, explore local streets and shops, fix lunch al fresco at the villa, and then dine out deliciously in any number of great restaurants just steps from your door. Then head for the coast -- most of Salento's beaches are an easy day trip. Do you want rocky pools or sandy stretches? The owner can answer any particular questions you have. There are many free beaches within 15/30 mins as well as numerous "Lido" establishments that offer a range of amenities for a fee. The nearby towns are breathtaking. You can wander happily for hours with some new charm around every corner. We especially loved Castro and Lecce. Most have great choices for Salento cuisine -- with crazy fresh ingredients from the nearby sea and farms. We even made a day trip up to explore Trulli country -- also amazing. The driving is easy and parking is manageable for free or for a small fee (paid at a kiosk with cash or card). The house is more amazing than the photos show. It is spacious, and it offers everyone someplace to relax. The owners have done such a tasteful job throughout. We frequently had a houseful (including children) and made the most of the pool and all the outdoor spaces. Tge owners respond immediately to questions or concerns you may have. They are committed to being great hosts and sharing this spectacular part of the world with visitors. Stay longer than you think you should. There is so much to enjoy.... perfect holidays! C.V. ##### Mike K. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luca S. 11 Apr 2018 #### THE TOP Perfetta!!! Villa stupenda, immensa, in un posto incredibile!! Tutto profumava di pulito ed era cosí spazioso. Fuori la porta del palazzo ci stavano bar e ristorantini raggiungibili a piedi, botteghe di artigiani e negozi di orafi artigiani.... che bello!!! Dietro il palazzo il giardino era bellissimo, un eden, un grande prato verde dove i miei figli potevano giocare liberamente. La cosa piú bella la sala biliardo nella cantina che é stata una vera sorpresa. Abbiamo avuto modo di usare le bici messe a disposizione dal proprietario per raggiungere la bellissima spiaggia dell'Acquaviva. Una casa assolutamente perfetta per posizione e confort. Rimarrà un ricordo indelebile e speriamo di tornarci presto. Grazie L.S. ##### Luca S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### monica g. 27 Jan 2017 #### ...dove l'unica pecca è dover tornare a casa! Ho trascorso con la mia famiglia delle vacanze semplicemente perfette!Il palazzo, ristrutturato in ogni dettaglio, ben rappresenta il buon gusto del proprietario Andrea, che ci ha accolto con la moglie con grande simpatia(nonostante il nostro aereo fosse arrivato con oltre 2 ore di ritardo) e con un gustoso cesto ricco di prelibatezze tipiche del luogo. Ogni ambiente della casa è stato ben studiato per offrire agli ospiti la grande privacy ed il vero relax. I ragazzi si son divertiti molto in piscina, sempre ben pulita come tutta la casa, ed io e mio marito abbiamo apprezzato molto sia gli ampi e lumisosi spazi (dal living con camino, all'attrezzata cucina) che le guide-libri presenti in casa,che ci hanno permesso di scoprire ristorantini tipici, negozi di artigianato locale e tanto altro. Consiglierei questa struttura a tutti coloro che desiderano trascorrere una vacanza con ogni comfort, dove l'unica vera pecca è dover poi tornare a casa... ma tanto noi l'abbiam già prenotata per le prossime vacanze! Un ringraziamento speciale ad Andrea e sua moglie che, con i preziosi suggerimenti per i luoghi da visitare e la puntuale cortesia, hanno reso il nostro soggiorno indimenticabile. ##### monica g. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike K. 10 Jan 2017 #### EXCELLENT My family and I had a wonderful stay at this historic property! Even before we arrived, Andrea was incredibly helpful with information about the area and answered all of my questions. He greeted us (my husband, 2 young children, and parents) upon arrival and showed us around the house. And, the house is beautiful, spacious, beautifully decorated and furnished, well equipped. The location was fabulous, as we could walk to many different restaurants, caffetteria, bakery and supermarkets. Near the house, there are several beautiful beaches within short driving distance. I would absolutely recommend this property to others looking to get a taste of one of Italy's finest regions; it was relaxing and beautiful and all that we had hoped for. Thank you! ##### Mike K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liam M. 27 Sept 2016 #### Lovely villa at heart of the village The property is well setup and we didn't have any issues at all. The check-in time was 4pm, which was a little inconvenient given the early flight times from London Stansted, but that was our only real complaint. Maria was helpful, gave us information when we arrived and then was available on WhatsApp to answer further questions. Would strongly recommend "Crema & Cioccolato" for ice cream - your best bet is to drive, as the village is lacking in pavements. ##### Liam M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Katarina W. 4 Aug 2016 #### Härlig vistelse i Poggiardo Vi hade två fantastiska veckor i Palazzo Umberto. Huset räckte gott och väl till vår stora familj, 12 personer. I huset hade vi härliga gemensamma ytor såväl som möjlighet till avskildhet. Allt vi behövde av utrustning fanns i huset. Poggiardo är en trevlig levande stad med restauranger, barer och allt du kan behöva. Frukt- och grönsaksbutik, färskt bröd i bageriet och flera "gelaterior" finns alldeles inpå knuten. Varje onsdag kantas gatorna av marknadsstånd när den stora marknaden kommer på besök till staden. Fina badmöjligheter finns på cykel- och bilavstånd. Vi besökte nästan dagligen Castro (Miggiano) och den fantastiska badviken. Till de fantastiska stränderna kring Alimini tar det ca 40 min med bil, men absolut värt resan. Den närliggande staden Otranto är också värd ett besök. Beskrivningen av huset stämmer väl överens med verkligheten och vår värd Maria var hjälpsam och tillmötesgående samt lätt att få kontakt med. Anders och Katarina med familj ##### Katarina W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### maria d. 8 Jun 2016 #### Excellent!!! We've been to Apulia a few times. This time my husband asked if there might be a place with a pool and be located where he didn't have to drive much. I searched for many hours and thought this historic mansion in Poggiardo would work, even though there was just the two of us. The listing descriptions were accurate but we found the reality even better than the pictures! Palazzo Umberto is immaculate and well maintained, inside and out! The owner was so kind and helpful and we found the information she provided about the area a great resource. We tried 3 restaurants that were easily walkable from the palace including one restaurant that is a slow food restaurant practically right out the door. All our meals were exceptional and reasonable. A well equipped grocery store was an easy walk, too. The medieval streets and the newer part of the city were interesting to explore. On Wednesday there was a street market with everything from food to shoes to furniture. We did venture out with gps and had some excellent adventures including visiting a winery, having a delicious seafood lunch in the nearby town of Castro, and we also drove south to put our toes in the water where the Adriatic and Ionian Seas meet. Palazzo Umberto is an incredible value for what it offers! Before we even left we were asking Andrew about availability. We usually like to visit new places when we go on holiday but we enjoyed our stay so much, we are going back in September! ##### maria d. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie W., Vancouver, Canada 26 Jul 2015 #### A bit of Paradise in Puglia Our family, which included 7 adults and 2 children, recently had the pleasure to spend three weeks at Palace Umberto in beautiful Poggiardo, Italy. The villa met and exceeded our expectations. There were more than enough bedrooms to accommodate our group with most being ensuite. Once we entered through the front door, it was like we were in another world. The courtyard is lovely and very private with several lemon and orange trees which add to the ambiance. The patio is large enough for relaxing or having a siesta and pool is great for cooling off in the warm afternoons. Poggiardo is a quaint medieval village which is located in an area of many small to medium sized medieval villages all easily accessed by bicycle within 30 to 40 minutes, or 10 to 30 minutes by car, from Poggiardo. There are several restaurants in close proximity to Ty villa which offer excellent Italian fare and the people are very friendly and helpful. There are a number of bistros where you can get your morning cappuccino or espresso and a fresh pastry. Maria and Andrea, our hosts, were very warm and welcoming and went out if their way to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. Maria was very helpful in letting us know the places of interest (of which there are many) to visit in the surrounding area. Many thanks to Rosa, our chef who came to the villa on two occasions to prepare authentic Puglia fare. The dinners were plentiful and delicious. We had a wonderful time and were sad to leave when our time at Palace Umberto was over. If you are looking for a piece of "La Dolce Vita", we would not hesitate to recommend Palace Umberto. ##### Jackie W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### beat n., Neuenkirch 2 Dec 2014 #### Gediegener Palazzo Das gepflegte Haus mit einladender Poollandschaft ist wunderbar, inklusive Möglichkeit zur Beschallung. Es hat uns sehr gefallen im Palazzo Umberto. Alles war wie beschrieben und hat unsere Erwartungen übertroffen! Mille grazie! ##### beat n. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Masseria dei Monaci](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otranto-Hotels-Masseria-Dei-Monaci.h8763536.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel La Chiusa di Chietri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alberobello-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-La-Chiusa-Di-Chietri.h2528425.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Rosa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Desenzano-Del-Garda-Hotels-Villa-Rosa-Hotel.h1115070.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel La Palma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stresa-Hotels-Hotel-La-Palma.h1163510.Hotel-Information) > > [Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gargnano-Hotels-Lefay-Resort-SPA-Lago-Di-Garda.h2239660.Hotel-Information) > > [Borgobianco Resort & Spa Polignano - MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polignano-A-Mare-Hotels-Borgobianco-Resort-Spa-Polignano-MGallery.h2492875.Hotel-Information) > > [Masseria Amastuola Wine Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crispiano-Hotels-Masseria-Amastuola-Wine-Resort.h18147707.Hotel-Information) > > [Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Casole-DElsa-Hotels-Castello-Di-Casole.h5058985.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Club Alizé](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cesarea-Terme-Hotels-Hotel-Club-Alize.h4644714.Hotel-Information) > > [Trulli e Puglia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alberobello-Hotels-Trulli-E-Puglia.h5133571.Hotel-Information) > > [Paragon 700 Boutique Hotel & SPA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ostuni-Hotels-Paragon-700-Boutique-Hotel-SPA.h44563840.Hotel-Information) > > [Masseria Le Carrube](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ostuni-Hotels-Masseria-Le-Carrube.h18177087.Hotel-Information) > > [La Villa del Re - Adults Only - Small Luxury Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castiadas-Hotels-La-Villa-Del-Re-Adults-Only.h8115105.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel La Pace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/SantAgnello-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-La-Pace.h968861.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Borgo San Luigi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteriggioni-Hotels-Hotel-Borgo-San-Luigi.h527532.Hotel-Information) > > [Residenza Olivo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garda-Hotels-Residence-Olivo.h39084455.Hotel-Information) > > [Campeggio del Garda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Peschiera-Del-Garda-Hotels-Campeggio-Del-Garda.h12531546.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Campofelice-Di-Roccella-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Sicilia-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2032217.Hotel-Information) > > [Costa Verde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cefalu-Hotels-Costa-Verde.h897883.Hotel-Information) > > [Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riva-Del-Garda-Hotels-Du-Lac-Et-Du-Parc-Grand-Resort.h19471.Hotel-Information) > > [Tenuta Monacelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monopoli-Hotels-Hotel-Tenuta-Monacelle-Chateaux-Hotels-Collection.h1467944.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel San Paolo al Convento](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trani-Hotels-Hotel-San-Paolo-Al-Convento.h3605864.Hotel-Information) > > [Nastro Azzurro Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piano-Di-Sorrento-Hotels-Nastro-Azzurro-Resort.h1060310.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Caesius Thermae & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bardolino-Hotels-Hotel-Caesius-Thermae-Spa-Resort.h1797608.Hotel-Information) > > [CDSHotels Pietrablu Resort & SPA](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polignano-A-Mare-Hotels-CDSHotels-Pietrablu-Resort-SPA.h4255084.Hotel-Information) > > [Relais Masseria Le Cesine - CDSHotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vernole-Hotels-Relais-Masseria-Le-Cesine-CDSHotels.h23322225.Hotel-Information) > > [Masseriola Antiche Fogge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fasano-Hotels-Masseriola-Antiche-Fogge.h19203272.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury family Trullo (180m2) with large private pool, BBQ, pizzaoven and garden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Locorotondo-Hotels-Luxury-Family-Trullo.h29488483.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Parco del Sole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/SantAgnello-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Parco-Del-Sole.h1566512.Hotel-Information) > > [Riva del Sole](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Giovinazzo-Hotels-Riva-Del-Sole.h1927818.Hotel-Information)