Villa Menhir with pool garden and tennis, Tuglie, Italy

This enchanting holiday villa is set in extensive gardens, with a stunning private swimming pool and tennis court. The villa, for 12 people, makes an idyllic base for a relaxing holiday in this much-loved part of Puglia.

The contemporary house is spread over 2 floors and encourages outdoor living, with glass doors leading from the living area out onto various shaded terraces. The spacious living room has large glass doors onto the exterior seating area. Back inside there is a sofa, armchair, flatscreen TV, an open decorative fireplace and a dining table. Double doors lead to a large kitchen. The kitchen is well-equipped with a cooker hob, oven,fridge/freezer and Mokka coffee machine. A door from the kitchen leads out to the dining area on the terrace.

A deep veranda runs around the side of the house providing shade for the attractive seating area, furnished with a sofa, armchairs and coffee table for relaxed drinks. The dining area has a large table and chairs as well as a stone BBQ, pizza oven, side unit and sink, for easy meals al fresco.

The attractive swimming pool has a Roman end with steps into the water. At the other end, there is a diving pool. The owners have added sun loungers and a parasol by the pool so guests can relax after a refreshing dip. Next to the pool is the clay tennis court, for guests’ exclusive use. The garden also includes a “pajara”, a stone-built house typical of this region, for storage.

Sleeping
Bedroom 1: The airy master bedroom on the ground floor has a double bed, air conditioning, extensive wardrobes and French windows which lead out to the garden.
Bedroom 2: This second room is more suitable for children and has a bunk bed and a single bed plus a wardrobe.
Bedroom 3: Downstairs this third bedroom has a double bed, a single bed and a wardrobe.
Bedroom 4: Also downstairs this bed is more suitable for children and has 2 single beds plus a wardrobe.
Bedroom 5: This bedroom has a double bed and a wardrobe.

Bathrooms
Bathroom 1: On the ground floor this spacious bathroom has a bathtub, basin, bidet and WC.
Bathroom 2: Downstairs, this bathroom has a shower, basin, bidet, WC and washing machine.
Extra: There are 2 outdoor showers

Additional
• Free Wifi • Private pool • Tennis court • Balcony • Outside dining • Air conditioning (in the living room and larger bedrooms) • BBQ and pizza oven •Digital TV • Hairdryer • Washing machine • Waste disposal • Private parking & free public parking - car recommended • Self-check-in from 3pm and Check-out by 10am.

Location
The villa is just 5 minutes from the charming town of Tuglie which gives visitors a glimpse of small-town life in Puglia. It is an ancient town with 4 prehistoric menhir stones, but it is also known for its Baroque palaces and squares. The town’s weekly market (Friday) is the best place to find the finest local food, including olive oil and a variety of cheeses.

On the Ionian coast, the historic town of Gallipoli (15 minutes) is a very popular tourist destination during the summer months. In Greek, Gallipoli means “beautiful city” and the town does not disappoint. The town’s ancient walls soar over the harbour and fishing port. There is a daily fish market where if you go early you can pick up the freshest catch of the day.

The closest airport is at Brindisi - just over an hour away by car.