Villa Moonlight is located in the countryside of the Itria Valley, just 4 km from Alberobello, the UNESCO heritage town of trulli. The geography and landscapes of the Itria Valley are characterised by olive groves, trulli and the sun-bleached cities of southern Italy. Guests of Villa Moonlight cannot fail to visit towns such as Ostuni, the white city with its historical centre full of alleys, squares, arches and stairways. Locorotondo (literally the round place), Cisternino and Martina Franca, the capital of Apulian baroque with its stately palaces and monumental churches.
The villa is also close to the Adriatic Sea. In just 30 minutes by car you can reach the beautiful beaches of Monopoli and Polignano al Mare. A little further away is the Apulian capital Bari, the city of Trani and the magnificent Castel del Monte of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II near Andria.
THE OUTSIDE
Villa Moonlight is perfect for spending relaxing days outdoors.
You can enjoy your meals on the large stone terrace, which offers a perfect table for dining together while enjoying the view of the pool and the surrounding countryside.
The pool, equipped with sun loungers, is surrounded by ample space for sunbathing or relaxing in the shade of a pergola.
To enjoy the magnificent view, climb the steps outside to the roof terrace, the perfect place to admire the view while enjoying a sunset aperitif.
THE INTERIOR
Villa Moonlight is a recently renovated masseria where rustic and contemporary styles come together to offer the unique experience of staying in a trullo.
Upon entering the villa, one immediately finds oneself in the cosy living room with dining table, while to the left is a small, fully equipped service kitchen. The white walls and cream-coloured stone floors create a bright ambience.
The sleeping area consists of four double bedrooms and one twin bedroom, all very spacious and with en-suite bathrooms. Each of them is named after a typical element of Apulian vegetation: Artichoke, Agave, Fig, Pomegranate and Prickly Pear.
The Agave is the main suite, located in the centre of the property. The room is spacious and the bathroom includes double sinks and a bathtub. From this room you can privately access the main living room and the centre of the property, as well as the second kitchen.
The Artichoke is a comfortable room located next to the main kitchen, with a brightly coloured bathroom and a large glass shower.
The Fig is adjacent to the communal living room and has the largest bathroom on the property.
The Pomegranate is a loft connected to the main living room. The bed is in the loft of a trullo in the oldest cone of the property, while a staircase leads to the bathroom and foyer below.
The Prickly Pear is a smaller double room located on the upper deck of the Masseria with spectacular views of the entire property and the town of Alberobello and a lovely outdoor space.
Note that two bedrooms (Il Carciofo and Il Fico d'India) are accessible from the outside, opening onto the patio rather than inside the house.
The property has 3 kitchens, one of which is a food workshop.
The rental price includes:
property delivered fully cleaned and equipped with linen and towels; weekly linen change and cleaning; final cleaning; utilities (electricity - water - gas for kitchen use); air conditioning; Wi-Fi; garden and pool cleaning; tourist tax.
The rental price does not include (to be paid on arrival)
small pets allowed on request (maximum 1 per week) € 175,00 per week; extra cleaning € 50,00 per hour; extra linen change € 150,00; baby cot € 25,00 per night; pool heating on request € 750,00 per week.
Security deposit (payable on arrival): € 750,00
Extra services on request (upon payment and subject to availability) to be booked at least 15 days before arrival: cook for dinners in villa; cooking classes; massages and treatments; bike tours; guided tours; shopping service upon arrival. Please note that, on request, this villa can also be rented with daily maid service, daily breakfast service or with full staff (total capacity will be 8 guests) and prices are on request only.
SERVICE WHAT IS INCLUDED
Maid service
The villa has a weekly cleaning service, normally every Saturday, unless prior arrangements have been made. The following tasks will be carried out on Saturdays when you change, or during mid-stay cleaning if you are staying for 10 days or more:
- cleaning and supervision of the perfect functioning of the house
- Pool and garden maintenance
- Pool and garden maintenance
There is also a mid-week cleaning on Wednesdays with a change of bed linen and towels. The total duration is about 3 hours. The villa staff will help to make your holiday as pleasant as possible and take care of you. Please be respectful of their work and service hours.
Bed linen and towels Upon arrival you will find all beds made and bath towels for all your guests. Bed linen and towels will be changed weekly. Welcome pack In all our villas you will find a 'welcome pack' with the essentials, but not enough for a full meal. If you would like to do some shopping before arrival, please refer to the Food Shopping Service section.
Extra cleaning
€ 30.00 per hour.
The following are the times for extra cleaning and maid service:
- 8:30-10:00, kitchen cleaning and breakfast preparation.
- 10:00-13:30, cleaning and tidying the rooms and bathrooms, the inside of the house and preparing the table for lunch.
- 13:30-17:30, free time
- 17:30-19:30, cleaning of the kitchen, cleaning of indoor and outdoor living areas and terraces.
Laundry service
€ 30.00 per hour for ironing.
Food shopping service
A food shopping service is available in this villa prior to arrival. You can choose from 3 grocery shopping formats depending on the size of your list:
- Small (20 items or less) - € 50.00 + cost of receipts
- Medium (50 items or less) - € 75.00 + cost of receipts
- Large (more than 50 items) - € 100.00 + cost of receipts
If you are interested in seeing our shopping list, please see the Notes at the end of the. Welcome Book where you will find the list to be printed, filled in and returned to Isabela at least one week before your arrival.
one week before your arrival. Please note that if you cancel within 48 hours before your arrival at Villa Moonlight and the expense has already been made, you will be required to pay the expense upon presentation of a receipt.
RECOMMENDED LOCAL SHOPS - SPECIALITY ITEMS Italian local foods and typical products Think of Italy, and you think of food and wine. Puglia is no exception, with a myriad of delectable local dishes and products. In Alberobello, Trulli Antichi Sapori is a lovely shop in a traditional trullo; traditional food products, fresh goods and dried pasta stuffed from the floor up to the beams at the top. Walk in for some pasta and sauce and you will walk out with enough to fill a pantry! You will find this treasure trove in Via Monte san Michele, 37, Alberobello Speciality ice cream and pastry shops Polignano A Mare is home to the most famous ice-cream store in Puglia, if not in the whole south of Italy. If ice cream is not your thing, be sure to ask for a Café Speciale. Il Super Mago Del Gelo, Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi 22, Polignano A Mare, 70044 If you have a sweet tooth, head to Cremeria History Vignola in Cisternino for the best 'pasticceria' in the area with gorgeous panoramic views to boot. Via San Quirico, 28, 72014 Cisternino For those who enjoy something with a savoury treat, head to Panificio L'Assunta tucked away in the countryside between Monopoli and Fasano where you will enjoy the lightest and tastiest focaccia. Even better, you can take some home for lunch......and you will!
Contrada S. Antonio D'ascula 160, SS16 road between Fasano and Monopoli Gluten free and organic products Gluten free products can be found in most well-stocked pharmacies and supermarkets along with organic products. Look for the words: senza glutine, prodotti per celiaci (gluten free products) and biologico (organic). Street markets Street markets offer a wide range of fresh produce in the various towns and villages on different days of the week. They are usually open from about 8am to 12 noon. -Monday - Cisternino -Tuesday - Monopoli, Noci -Wednesday - Martina Franca, Fasano -Thursday - Alberobello -Friday - Locorotondo -Saturday - Ostuni, Ceglie Messapica Local area specialities Apart from being well known for its excel lent olive oil production, the Itria Valley, and in particular Locorotondo is also famous for its wonderful D.O.P Verdeca wine from Locorotondo. Martina Franca is famous for its capocollo, a gorgeous cold cut, perfect with local taralli and the large green olives from the area.
BEACHES AND LIDOS
Puglia is famous for its beautiful coastline - which alternates long sandy beaches, small magic coves and small cliffs - and crystal clear water. Depending on where you choose to go, many sports can be practiced: kite surfing, windsurfing, fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, etc. If you are looking for a relaxing time on a long sandy beach, head south of Torre Canne, there you will find a long stretch of sand where you can chill out. The long beach pas ses from deserted areas to more crowded beaches with amenities (bars, sun loungers, guarded parking, etc.). The main Lido's (Structures with amenities) are Lido Tavernese, Kypos and further south, Bosco Verde. It is nearly always impossible to park on the street so most people, even if they're not going to the lido, use the lido's parking. Prices can vary from 3 to 5 euros. Be ready to pay the maximum in August.
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The following might be to be paid extra: Extra Cleaning, Pets, Pool heating, Refundable Security Deposit in cash.
