Life's Simple Pleasures

Life's Simple Pleasures: Apulia

Nothing we say can do justice to this one-of-a-kind trullo home in Apulia. With natural stone walls, antique furniture and spectacular conical ceilings, it'll transport you straight to the past. But don't let the old-timey aesthetic fool you – this home is fully kitted out with all the modern amenities you'll need, from the lake-effect swimming pool to the well-equipped kitchen (complete with a fun strawberry-red fridge). Sounds like the best of both worlds to us.

And when you're not taking in the unique wonders of this tranquil trullo, there's plenty to explore in the surrounding area. Your closest village, Ceglie Messapica, is one of the oldest in Puglia, a mere twenty-minute walk away. Shops, cafés and restaurants await among the picturesque streets.

If you're travelling by car – which we suggest you do – you'll reach the small whitewashed city of Ostuni in just fifteen minutes. This hilltop hamlet clusters around a triumphal arch, demonstrating stunning examples of Gothic, Romanesque and Byzantine architecture. At the end of your excursion, pass through centuries-old olive trees to return home and relax in the last of the day's heat.

Home truths:
*The fireplace in the bedroom is not operational
*Both of the beds (one double and one single) are in the same bedroom
*There is an outdoor shower here
*Those with reduced mobility should note that there are two steps at the main entrance
*There is an external camera fitted for security purposes only – it does not capture any private areas