In the charming Masseria Giulio, unwind in a designer sofa or enjoy views of the courtyard garden from your bright master bedroom. This converted 17th-century farmhouse offers stylish apartments with well-equipped kitchens and outside patio areas, plus an orchard filled with fresh produce and olive grove.
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2 bedroomsSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Albicocca Masseria Giulio
Charming two bedroom apartment perfect for a young family or for a couple. The apartment has been converted from the original pig sty and wood store buildings. The living area includes a designer sofa and provides a relaxing space in which to unwind in the evenings. The bright master bedroom features a large window with views out over the courtyard garden towards the fruit orchard. The single bedroom has plenty of space for either a cot or could be used as a dressing room if rented by a couple. There is air conditioning in both bedrooms (providing either cold or warm air depending on the weather).
Masseria Giulio is listed as a regionally important building dating from the early seventeenth century. It started life as a chapel serving the local farm workers before being used as a convent and then a monastery. During the eighteenth century it was converted into a masseria (walled farmhouse). It remained a working farm producing olives, olive oil, vegetables and fresh milk, cheese and meat from the animals (cows, sheep, goats and pigs) homed in the stable block until the late 1980s when it fell into disrepair. We have completed a full restoration of the property using local artisan builders and craftsmen and have converted the old stables and farm buildings into holiday apartments. We have five self-contained apartments (1 one bedroom and 4 two bedrooms) which have their own well equipped kitchen, inside dining and living areas and outside patio areas. The apartments have been designed to provide stylish, high quality accommodation with designer furnishings to allow you to relax, unwind and enjoy this fabulous corner of Italy. Links to each of the individual apartments are provided from this page. The farmhouse garden (approx. 600 square metres) is surrounded by a high dry stone wall and has been fully landscaped with an array of beautiful plants including roses, birds of paradise, cannas, bouganvillia and cacti. We have an orchard containing apricot, lemon, orange, nectarine, pomegranate, plum, cherry, kiwi, mulberry, pear, apple, fig and cedra trees. We also grow a wide variety of our own organic vegetables. Guests are welcome to use our produce during their stay. Adjoining the masseria and garden we also have a small olive grove featuring around 35 olive trees from which we make our own olive oil.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Fenced private pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Table tennis
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming 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)
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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number BR07400891000013639, IT074008B400048955
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 GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
About the area
Located in Francavilla Fontana, this apartment is in a rural area. Alceste Castle and Museo della Civiltà del Vino Primitivo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Underground Museum and Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum. Sanctuary of San Cosimo alla Macchia and Riserve Naturali Litorale Tarantino Orientale are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Francavilla Fontana travel guide
What time is check-in at Albicocca Masseria Giulio?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Albicocca Masseria Giulio?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Albicocca Masseria Giulio located?
Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Underground Museum, Ribezzi Petrosillo House Museum and Sanctuary of S.S. Maria di Cotrino. Oria Cathedral and Gate of the Jews are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Albicocca Masseria Giulio Reviews
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We loved our week at Masseria Giulia.. the apartments are modern and clean ( perhaps the kitchen is a bit small). The pool is gorgeous and the hosts very friendly - we enjoyed an evening of local food and wine with the other guests whilst the children had a midnight swim... very special ! We would definately go back to Puglia and recommend this address to any couple or family looking for a relaxing place to stay
Vakantieverblijf Masseria Guilio, wat een heerlijke oase van rust met oog voor haar gasten
Wij hebben een heerlijke vakantie hier gehad.
De gastheer en gastvouw zijn beide zeer begaan met het welbehagen van hun gasten en doen al het mogelijke om ze een onvergetelijke vakantie bezorgen.
Dat begint al met de ontvangst en het daarbij overhandigde welkomst-pakket. De appartementen zijn schoon, ruim en voorzien van alles wat je nodig hebt. Ook al ben je net aangekomen dan mis je niets, Thee, koffie, iets te eten of zelfs een heerlijke fles wijn, het stond allemaal klaar. Dan moet je vakantie nog beginnen!
Masseria zelf is met veel zorg opgeknapt en wordt geweldig onderhouden. Tuin is spik en span, het zwembad heerlijk en de rust weldadig. Dus als je genoeg hebt van alles wat de omgeving en Italie je daar te bieden hebt (hoe zou dat eigenlijk kunnen?), dan kan je hier in alle rust nog nagenieten.
Ian, Lucy, Yvonne & Cliff,we have had an incredibly nice holiday during our stay at your residence! Many thanks from me and Bianca!
S.A.T.M. G.
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10/10 Excellent
BOULINEAU F.
2 Aug 2018
Très bel endroit pour des vacances reposantes et culturelles!
Au coeur de belles plantations d'oliviers, au calme, cette belle masseria avec sa piscine impeccable dotée de chaises longues et de grands parasols, son jardin ornemental et son potager, ses barbecues, invite à des vacances reposantes!
L'accueil de Ian et Lucy qui parle un très bon français, est chaleureux, avec de bonnes attentions gustatives à notre arrivée! Ils sont tout à fait disponibles pour donner des informations sur la région, même si beaucoup figurent déjà dans le grand cahier de chaque appartement.
L'appartement, justement, décoré avec goût, climatisé, est fonctionnel et bien agencé : une salle d'eau/wc pour chaque chambre! Et la terrasse pour les repas!
Cette situation centrale au sud des Pouilles, permet la visite des trulli et d'Alberobello, de Lecce, de Gallipoli, Ostuni, Otranto...et même Matera! et de profiter de l'Adriatique ou de la mer Ionienne!
Nous y avons passé de superbes vacances!
BOULINEAU F.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sabine B.
6 Sept 2017
Charmante masserai avec un accueil chaleureux
Masseria très bien conçue avec tout ce qui est nécessaire à disposition. Les propriétaires sont très accueillants, chaleureux, à l'écoute tout en étant très discrets. La propreté est irréprochable, la piscine est magnifique. Petit plus, le potager est à disposition de tous. Le mardi soir, c'est soirée dégustation de vin avec un excellent repas proposé par les propriétaires.
Nous vous conseillons cet endroit que nous avons beaucoup apprécié.
Sabine B.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Susanna C.
31 Aug 2017
Wunderschönes Plätzchen auf Erden
Absolut ruhig gelegen, das nächte Dorf ist ca. 5 km entfernt, fehlt es hier einen an nichts.
Ian und Lucy haben hier ihren eigenen perfekten Traum verwirklicht. Die fünf Ferienwohnungen wurden erst 2016 eröffnet, ebenso wie der wunderschöne Pool. Hier kann man wunderbar entspannen und gegen den spätenNachmittag eine der vielen fantastischen Städte und Dörfer der näheren Umgebung besuchen. Aperitivo und lecker Essen in stielvoller Umgebung.
Das war echt ein wunderswchöner, entspannter Urlaub bei wirklich lieben Gastgebern.
Susanna C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alistair M.
25 Aug 2016
Excellent, Molto bene.
A sensational place whose beauty is only surpassed by the hosts hospitality, we absolutely loved everything. From the apartment to the pool to the tasty Tuesdays to the wine tasting. Would love to be back there right now. Thank you so much.