Step into the charming Masseria Giulio, a restored seventeenth-century masseria with a rich history. The spacious two-bedroom apartment offers a triple bedroom and large master suite with en-suite facilities, plus air conditioning for comfort. Enjoy the courtyard garden and rear terrace overlooking an olive grove of 35 trees.
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Entire apartment
2 bedroomsSleeps 469 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Limone Masseria Giulio
Spacious two bedroom apartment perfect for a family holiday. The apartment has been converted from the old grain store, pig sty and wash room farm buildings. The living area provides a charming space for playing a family game or watching TV. It has a dual aspect, offering great views out over the garden towards the imposing gateway entrance and the olive grove. The apartment includes a triple bedroom and a large master bedroom suite that includes an additional sitting area ideal for escaping with a good book (and maybe a sneaky glass of wine!). Both rooms offer en-suite facilities. There is air conditioning in both bedrooms (providing either cold or warm air depending on the weather). The apartment has access to both the main internal courtyard garden and the rear terrace overlooking our grove of approximately 35 olive trees
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. These produce two types of olives; one primarily for eating (please note that they need to be prepared and are not suitable for eating fresh from the tree!); the other type is used for making oil. We make approximately 45 litres of organic extra virgin olive oil from our crop harvested in the late autumn.
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
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
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
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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)
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 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
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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riserva Natural Torre Guacceto and Archeological Park of the Messapic Walls, while Alceste Castle and Museo della Civiltà del Vino Primitivo are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanctuary of San Cosimo alla Macchia and Riserve Naturali Litorale Tarantino Orientale. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, hiking and horse riding. Visit our Francavilla Fontana travel guide
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (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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Limone Masseria Giulio Reviews
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Prachtig verblijf en ontvangst ! Zeker en vast een aanrader !!!
We hebben ons een week goed geamuseerd, zowel chillen aan het huisje en zwembad als uitstapjes doen in de buurt.
Ian en Lucy en hun dochters hebben prachtig verblijf !!!!
We had a great vacation at Masseria Giulio! It is such a beautiful spot - great garden, lovely apartments, a really nice swimming pool, and a atmosphere of kindness and peace. Ian and Lucy are great hosts!
We look forward to our next vacation here.
Anette E.
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10/10 Excellent
Olivier Z.
28 Jul 2018
Absolutely fantastic!
Great time, great place. Quiet but everything around the masseria. We loved our 5 p house. Super if you have 3 kids. Also the house was excellently equiped, also the little things you don't know you'd miss.
Swimming pool is great too, escpecially that it is non-chlorine. The salt water doesn't feel (or taste) salt at all, its super for the eyes too. Don't hesitate about the pool, it's better than any pool around!
We will def. go back since it's quiet, but not lonely, great facilities and super region!
Olivier Z.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
kerry p.
5 Sept 2017
Immaculate, air conditioned modern apartment with everything we needed for our two week stay.
Thoughtfully renovated masseria in quiet location surrounded by olive groves . Lovely ambience created in the walled garden area and great pool which the kids loved. Central location allowed us to see all of Puglia . Numerous stunning towns to explore and eat out at night and within reach of the many beaches on both coasts . Ian and Lucy were friendly generous hosts and their local knowledge was invaluable . We were particularly grateful for the help they gave us when we were stuck with a flat tyre ! Really enjoyed tasty Tuesday event and sitting chilling around the pool. Superb holiday thank you !!
kerry p.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Gro L.
14 Jul 2017
Besutifully renovated masseria with modern interiors and great beds.
Lucy and Ian made our stay fantastic and relaxing. With homemade preserve, homemade croiassants and a bottle of rosé our week was set to be wonderful. They provided all their hot tips for places to visit, best beaches (there are plenty) and best eats. Would like to take the entire extended family here if we could.
Gro L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Bart G.
10 May 2017
Beautiful property and very friendly owners
Beautiful property with a stunning garden. Perfect appartment, clean andere spacious
Bart G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
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10/10 Excellent
Yvonne V.
11 Sept 2016
An Italian Masseria where you can have a wonderful holiday.
Very friendly reception. In the apartment is everything you need. Fully equipped kitchen with all the utensils.
Good beds and showers. Next to the spacious swimming pool you find also showers. Very convenient.
The Tasty Tuesday formula is a succes with good food and wine.
Also because of the good care of our hosts the four of us enjoyed our holiday very much.
Yvonne from Holland.