Amongst the olive and fruit orchards of Puglia, traditional trulli – conical shaped farm buildings – peek from the landscape. Many of these trulli, since abandoned, have been converted into smart accommodation, repurposed but preserved, as the region’s industries evolve. Many of the towns and villages in the region are equally appealing, including Ostuni, its white-washed Mediterranean architecture earning it the monocle, ‘The White City’.
Just 20 minutes of Ostuni is Villa Ambra, a thoughtfully designed and well-presented villa set amongst olive orchard and surrounded with a classically Puglian landscape including the shimmering ocean on the horizon.
Spacious outdoor areas include a large swimming pool, broad dining terraces and a surprisingly verdant lawn, perfect for relaxation or play. A dining terrace, located conveniently off the kitchen, has views over the pool and grounds and is shaded with parasols as well as a large olive tree.
Inside the villa is comfortable, stylish and has plenty of easy-living space. Presented in soft hues, bedrooms come with air-conditioning and en suite shower rooms. A master bedroom on the upper floor has a private terrace with views over olive orchard to the sea in the distance. A separate fifth bedroom allows for some independence if required.
WHY WE LIKE IT: Villa Ambra provides stylish, comfortable but easy-to-manage accommodation in a wonderfully traditional region of Puglia. Popular towns and villages such as Ostuni and Alberobello are within easy reach.
