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Outdoor pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Martina Franca, Puglia
  • Popular LocationDucal Palace9 min drive
  • Popular LocationChurch of San Domenico9 min drive
  • Popular LocationZoosafari37 min drive
  • AirportBrindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)47 min drive

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About the area

Martina Franca

Seaside stay .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Martina Franca villa, you'll find Ducal Palace and Basilica di San Martino. Church of San Domenico and Church of Carmine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ducal Palace - 9 min drive
  • Basilica di San Martino - 9 min drive
  • Church of San Domenico - 9 min drive
  • Trulli of Alberobello - 24 min drive
  • Zoosafari - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Francavilla Fontana Station - 25 min drive
  • Papola Casale Airport (BDS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Tonia - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Al Vecchio Fornello - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cin Cin Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Giardini 36 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fod - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Excl Five Acres Villa, Trulli & Gorgeous 12x6 Pool - AC -WiFi - Valle d'Itria



Villa Sophia Helena is all about privacy, comfort and sheer hedonism. 10% discount on two weeks stays.
100 Mega internet & Sky-TV. AC in the bedrooms. Parking for up to six cars.

The house & guest house sit amidst five acres of rolling grounds immersed in lush mediterranean vegetation. Seven kms from baroque Martina Franca, 14 kms from Locorotondo, 17 kms from Ostuni and 8 kms from Cisternino and Ceglie Messapica. Brindisi's Aeroporto del Salento is 55 kms away while Bari International Airport is one hour from the property.
Adriatic & Ionian sea beaches 20 kms away. Savelletri, Torre Canne, Monopoli.
Matera, europe´s cultural capital in 2019/2020 is one hour from the house. Lecce about 80 kms.
Golf courses, horseback riding, fishing, watersports, boat rental nearby.

The pool, suntanning beds and lounge chairs are in a very private section of the property surrounded by tall cypress trees and typical "macchia mediterranea" vegetation.

The property offers guests different "situations" to sit back and enjoy. A barbecue area in the front courtyard, an exuberant natural pergola just outside the kitchen / dining area with a table for 12 to enjoy your meals, two terraces on the roof of the main house from which open views of the surrounding landscape and drinks at sunset can be enjoyed.

At the head of the pool you'll find a gazebo. Wooden benches are to be found throughout the two-hectare grounds to sit and relax.

The main house consists of one master bedroom (AC) with ensuite bath, two "Trulli" bedrooms (Sophia's Trullo (AC) and Trullino) in typical pugliese white stone, a second bathroom, a spacious fully-equipped open kitchen adjacent to the dining room and a cozy living area / library / TV with a wood burning stove.

The studio house can accommodate up to four guests (double bed + double sofa bed) and it has its own bathroom and breakfast area. AC.

Amenities include: Internet-WiFi, Cable TV, DVD, Air conditioning, ceiling fans, washing machine (in the laundry house), dishwasher, microwave oven, two refrigerators, toaster, kettle, Nespresso.

The pool is cleaned and ph controlled twice weekly. Maid service once weekly. Linen and bath / pool towels once weekly unless otherwise requested.

Private chef, cooking classes, wine and/or olive oil tastings, yoga classes, coiffeur can all be arranged at the property.

Children and four-legged companions are welcome at Villa Sophia Helena.

Property manager

Villa Sophia Helena in Valle d'Itria

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: When smoking outdoors kindly pick up ext butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1722 sq ft (160 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Upon previous written consent.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note pool is fenced only on three sides.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA07301391000043612

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle
Gorgeous Country Estate in the Heart of Puglia's Golden Triangle

Excl Five Acres Villa, Trulli & Gorgeous 12x6 Pool - AC -WiFi - Valle d'Itria Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat in the heat!
Casa Giancone was fabulously comfortable and well-equipped and we loved our week in the Puglian sunshine! The large pool, with plenty of shady seating around it, was perfect in the current heatwave, and we loved the location away from, but close by to, several pretty towns (and tasty gelaterias!). Just bring some mosquito repellent in summer. Alex was a very attentive host - thank you! The house has lots of leaflets from local attractions but our only suggestion that would make exploring the area and eating out easier would be to provide a brief list of recommended places. Having said this, Alex was really happy to text me lots of info, and details of the local supermarket etc. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
DO NOT HESITATE!
An elegant oasis with character well positioned in the Valle d'Itria. Alex did everything he could to make our stay special. The house was wonderful with a gorgeous large pool. So much to see and explore in the area. Do not hesitate to stay at Giancone Estate!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ian b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa of dreams
Great location Very friendly and helpful local people who assist those not up to speed with Italian. Manager and staff exceptional We felt looked after. And if I had a question about local culture it was answered quickly and with detail. So we caught the annual piano festival in Martina Franca. Cleanliness and facilities excellent Grounds which are manicured offer fabulous fruit trees for breakfasts and snacks and herbs for cooking. Kitchen fully fitted and an outdoor BBQ. Use tbe wood from the grounds. Much tastier cooking results than charcoal. Open plan space allows comfort for all guests. Pool is clean and managed every 3 or 4 days whether it needs it or not. Security is 💯 Actually myself and all my companions have only positive things to say about our stay. We are sad to leave. Wish it had been longer. Ian
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property with an amazing pool - perfect for 2 x young families of 4
We had an incredible 10 days at Giancone Estate. The property and grounds are beautiful and peaceful, and the pool is stunning. Sunset from the roof terrace is magical too. The house is very well equipped, especially the kitchen (which seems to have everything you could ever want!). There was plenty of space inside and out for all of us (4 adults, 4 kids) and the aircon and fans kept the space mostly cool (the Trullo rooms can get a little warm, but we and the kids found it perfectly manageable). We had a pasta-making lesson from Lucrezia which the kids loved. Alex is the most communicative and responsive property owner of any private accommodation we have stayed with anywhere in the world! Martina was so helpful too. As other reviews have mentioned, you will need a lot of mosquito spray! And we had to stock up on bottled water, but we didn't have problems with a smell. You definitely need a car too, but the location is great for accessing most of the region's small/medium towns (most of which have good markets one day a week). All in all, a memorable stay, highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

oonagh a., Hampshire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of seven
Charming property with comfortable beds, nice pool and plenty of space for our family of 7 adults. Some issues with the water supply having an unpleasant odour which they did try to fix, but that may just be a local issue. The property is well located for easy drive to the four towns of the province. The owners sent us lots of helpful info before our arrival and Martina was very welcoming. We had Lucretia cook for us one evening and that was worth doing as her food was delicious. We had a good stay but would definitely recommend that guests have mosquito repellant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jo S., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in puglia- beautiful home, let down by details- AC inadequate!
We loved the charm of Alex and Claren's property, which was tastefully done, with the rustic trulli and set in pretty grounds. Unfortunately, our stay was marred by several things. We are used to the heat of Southern Italy and had intentionally picked a home advertised with AC. Unfortunately, we did not read the small print and in the main house, there was only AC in one bedroom. The house was stifling in the 100F/36C heat and our kids really struggled to sleep in their rooms. Just know that the whole home is not air-conditioned. In addition, the kitchen was cramped with dishes and pans stacked high on eachotehr and hard to access. It was also very hard to cook as their induction burner only gets hot on one burner at a time! When I questioned this, Alex told me it was always that way...very hard to cater for a larger family in this kitchen. Also- the water in the taps in not drinkable, so you have to buy bottled water for drinking, tea, coffee, ice making etc. Magnificent pool - this was definitely a high point. Stunning countryside and we loved the Val d'atria. Great property manager who could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

elisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat with pool
Our family enjoyed our time here immensely. The house was characterful and the pool was perfect for refreshing in after visiting beautiful local towns.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kalle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We were 8 friends staying in the house for one week beginning of July. This is a very nice house with a lot of seating areas outside, nice kitchen and of course the nice pool which is big enough for daily exercise. We did a few trips to the west coast and Ostuni which is beautiful but we all agreed the house was the best part of the trip. Good to know is there are no taxis or Uber around so you definitely need to rent your own car, you can also get help with shuttle when going for dinner nearby (this was quite expensive but works if you’re a big group). The restaurants we were recommended inside Martina Franca were great (specially the pizza) and we also found a good big grocery store with Italien speciality’s. Please note all stores and most restaurants are closed between 2-5pm. Everyone managing the property and the owners were super friendly and helpful in every way. Overall we had a great stay and we very much recommend this to everyone who is interested in exploring Puglia. Ciao!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bithday celebration
We rented the villa for a family birthday celebration and it was everything we wanted. Spacious, comfortable, well equipped and with the most beautiful pool. There is good local shopping in Martina Franca and it is easy to get to the attractive hilltop villages with their historic centres and good restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful setting
This is a great property, beautiful setting, charming and well appointed villa. Pool is spectacular and the shaded area is perfect for breakfast and other meals. The guest house is a plus.Everyone was extremely helpful and and I highly recommend it. We would gladly relturn.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019