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Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven

Family-friendly villa with water park and rooftop terrace

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Steps leading into private swimming pool
Large private swimming pool
Garden view across towards the pool
Pool
Alfresco dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10234.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ostuni, Apuglia
  • Place, Piazza della Liberta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ostuni Cathedral
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven

"Villa Fiorella has all the conveniences you'll need. It is perfect for all ages. If you are looking for a great place for a family vacation, this is it! We highly recommend Villa Fiorella." - Wendy

About the Villa:

Located in the countryside of Ostuni, this clean, spacious, and tranquil villa is near all of Ostuni and Puglia's fabulous sites of interest. Additionally, you will be an 8-minute drive from "The White City," the famous 7th-century medieval city of Ostuni and 10 minute drive to the beautiful beaches along the Adriatic. Make authentic Italian pizza in the firewood pizza oven and enjoy alfresco dining under the Italian custom-made gazebo. Native fruit trees, olive trees, and sun loungers line the private pool. The villa embraces space and light, featuring a breezy open layout with plenty of windows and balconies to allow air circulation. The villa consists of 5 bedrooms (3 with king beds), a living room with a functional fireplace, 3 bathrooms, and 1 full-size family kitchen equipped for all cooking needs. An unforgettable experience awaits you at Villa Fiorella.

Check-in:
Ciao! Upon arrival at Villa Fiorella, you will be greeted by the lovely concierge team, who will take care of your needs during your stay. Check-in is after 5 pm, and check-out is by 10 am.

Amenities Offered:

Large private Swimming Pool with Sun Lounge Beds
Stunning Outdoor Dining
Outdoor BBQ
Free Parking
Terrace
King Beds (3), Single Beds (4)
Firewood Pizza Oven
Living Room Fireplace
Bedroom Balconies with Pool & Garden Views
Wifi
Heating & Air Conditioning units
Gear4 HouseParty SmartDock for iPhone/iPod Connection
CD/DVD Player
Heating & Cooling:
The villa has an efficient heating system and AC. The interior is built with Venetian stucco, which keeps the villa cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. The villa's large windows and open layout allow air to cross-ventilate, a key Mediterranean passive cooling strategy.

Location:
Villa Fiorella is located in the Ostuni Countryside, only 8 minutes from the historic city center. Listed below are the proximities to nearby train stations and airports.

Salento Airport (30 minutes)
Ostuni Station (7 minutes)
Taranto-Grottaglie Airport (39 minutes)
Bari International Airport-Karol Wojtyla (1 hour, 10 minutes)
Proximity to Local Attractions & Trending Hotspots in Puglia, Italy:

Villa Fiorella to Ostuni's Historical Center: 8 minutes (3.2km/1.9mi)
Villa Fiorella to Ostuni's Cathedral: 10 minutes (3.6km/2.2mi)
Villa Fiorella to Rosa Marina: 17 minutes (13km/8mi)
Villa Fiorella to Torre Pozelle: 22 minutes (15.2km/9.4mi)
Villa Fiorella to Costa Merlata: 21 minutes (16.3km/10mi)
Villa Fiorella to Villanova
Villa Fiorella to Lecce
Villa Fiorella to Alberobello
Villa Fiorella to Polignano a Mare
Villa Fiorella to Brindisi
Fiorella to Locorotondo
Villa Fiorella to Apulia

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number BR07401291000029917

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ostuni

Located in Ostuni, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Ostuni Cathedral and Archaeological and Natural Park of Santa Maria di Agnano are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Riserva Natural Torre Guacceto and Itria Valley. Travelling with kids? Consider Pomona Gardens Botanical Conservatory, or check out an event or a game at EuroSport Casalini 2001. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ostuni, Apuglia

What's nearby

  • L'Ulivo Che Canta - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Piazza della Liberta - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Church of San Francesco - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ostuni Cathedral - 8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills - 8 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Ostuni Station - 11 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porta Nova - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burro Cafè - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Parisi Cafè - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Kennedy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Da Pasquale - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnificant Villa Fiorella w/ Pool, WiFi & Pizza Oven located?

This family-friendly Ostuni villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Itria Valley, Church of San Francesco and Piazza della Liberta. L'Ulivo Che Canta and Museum of Preclassical Civilizations of Southern Murgia Hills are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big house, great pool, great location!

Only 5 minutes from Ostuni this property was a great size for our group. 4 adults & 4 teenagers. The outside space was used constantly and the pool was perfect in the incredible heat! Aircon in the king size rooms was good. The twins would benefit from it too. Equipment in the kitchen was good, plenty of plates & glasses. Good size fridge too. Plenty of space for our 2 cars outside. Table tennis table got some use too. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Roberta & Diane were attentive and we felt well looked after :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemma G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!!!!!!

This was an amazing holiday. Right from the beginning Diane was in contact with me. Nothing I ask was a problem. She arranged for us t have some shopping at the villa as we were arriving late night. When we arrived very late Roberta was there to greet us and show us around. From this moment we had the best time making memories with your family. Diane and Roberta I can not thank you enough for everything. Beautiful Vila and would highly recommend
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl-Magnus T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2023

We were two families, ten people in all, staying in Villa Fiorella in the end of July this year. We had a great stay, nice house and the pool area were perfect for us with umbrellas and sun beds and, of course, the pool. Unfortunately the house don’t have air condition and with temperatures above 40 degrees during our stay the fans in the bedrooms weren’t enough. The housekeepers Roberta and Ahmed were fantastic and helped us with all sorts of things, booking tables and doctor appointment for example, and they were reachable our whole stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fahmi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belle grande villa

Grande villa propre avec tout le nécessaire pour passer de bonnes vacances. C’est appréciable d’avoir pensé à tous nos besoins. Un Grand Merci à Ahmed et Roberta pour leur gentillesse et leur disponibilité.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josée D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un séjour inoubliable

La villa , sa grande terrasse, la piscine ont vraiment donné à la réunion familiale un air de fête. La région est bordée de belles plages et de petites villes intéressantes à visiter. Roberta et Ahmed, les administrateurs, ont été très réceptifs à nos demandes. Il n’y a pas de problème quand au Wifi comme c’était mentionné dans les commentaires précédents notre visite.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Pierre K., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spacious House

Overall. we had a nice stay at the villa. Diane is a responsive host and Roberta and Ahmed were very responsive property managers. It is spacious with nicely appointed bedrooms, living room, and kitchen had all the basic requirements. The outdoor area is lovely which is of course dominated by the amazing pool. House is really close to Ostuni and the old town which is great. Overall it was lovely. However and this important to keep in mind: - There is no wifi, well there is wifi but it is awful and rarely works. Ahmed provided us with a portable wifi router but the result was the same. Additionally, there is little to no mobile reception regardless of network so basically you are completely incommunicado while there. In a sense it can be a blessing in disguise when on vacation but if you require anything online such as answering emails from work, having netflix for the kids, you have no solution. It is not sustainable for anyone with a job. - No blackout curtains or blinds. So for light sleepers you are at surise and if you have kids, you can expect very long days. - No Air Conditioning and although the house is on top of a hill and has a lovely breeze, when it is 37 degrees during the day and 27 at night, it is hot, fan or not. I would recommend adding AC in the rooms. The kids room was one with no air and was very, very hot. - Main bathroom has very little water pressure. It was ok as there was a shower downstairs. Despite the few negatives, I would recommend this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fair value for money

Recently returned from a family holiday - 9 of us in total aged 21-73 yrs visiting from the UK. Communication with Diane, the owner prior to the visit was fantastic. She was friendly, assistant and patient since Vrbo were experiencing problems with their payment facilities. She provided lots of info on the villa and area via email. Be sure to download directions in advance of arriving to the area as phone signal is extremely poor regardless of the network, which is expected when out in the Italian countryside. Was met by the property management company - friendly girl called Roberta. She gave us a tour of the villa and informed us that the wi-fi wasn't always reliable. This rung more than true as none of us could access it at all. Upon informing Roberta, we were given boosters the next day, which seemed to do the trick. My advice to the management would be to have these from the start or at least mention that these could be provided. I'd be cautious about coming here if you 100% needed wifi for work, as apparently its widely accepted that the internet isn't reliable in the area, although I'm not sure how true that is. It seemed to work everywhere else we went. We also had an issue with the upstairs shower pressure, which again was rectified with a new water pump the very next day, which we were super grateful for. The photos of the villa are a true reflection of the size and furniture, but it is perhaps a little more dated and tired in places - faulty door handles and doorframes meant some bedroom doors can't be shut and whilst well stocked in terms of crockery, cutlery etc. it lacks things like more sizable saucepans and more tea towels for a group of 9-10 people. We struggled when cooking large pasta dishes, as did the chefs we hired to cook for us in our villa one night. That said, we thought that overall, this place was fair value for money. I looked at 10 different available villas when researching the area - whilst this wasn't the cheapest it was definitely on the lower end so think we paid for what we got and we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa with huge pool

We had a wonderful stay in Oustini. The villa is situated just outside of the town which was quiet and peaceful but only a 5 min drive to the supermarket and a 8 min drive to the Old Town (which is incredibly beautiful). The house is very spacious, cool and well suited to a large family. The pool and outside areas were great - we enjoyed al fresco meals, a lot of ping pong and a wonderful BBQ. The hosts, Roberta and Ahmed, were exceptional - booking a celebratory meal at an amazing restaurant we wouldn't have found ourselves, as well as organising taxis for us etc. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena M.

Superb large Family villa!

We’ve had a fantastic family holiday at this villa. We are 8 people in total and there was more than enough space for all of us. The villa is clean and well equipped with all facilities. Diane and Zohar were extremely helpful from start to finish! We particularly enjoyed the wonderful meal we had at the villa which was prepared by Sandra (a fantastic chef organised by Zohar for us) and Domenica. The food they cooked for us was amazing! Would definitely recommend if you fancy a night in but don’t want the hassle of cooking. Well worth every penny! The outside area and pool were exceptional and the table tennis table was an added bonus. Overall, a fantastic villa in a peaceful location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Prachtige omgeving, prima huis (locatie/inrichting/ruimte/netheid)

Prachtig huis om vakantie te vieren in een geheel andere Italiaanse omgeving. Prachtige plek, dicht bij Ostuni. Rustige buurt, landelijk, rustige wijkje. Huis op eerste oog niet adembenemend, maar echt praktisch gezien uitstekend. Ruimte voor velen; was keurig schoon en werd goed schoongehouden; prachtig zwembad; voldoende ligstoelen. Ontzettend leuke ervaring met kok aan huis. Alles werd geregeld door de lokale beheerster. Dichtbij zee, mooie beach clubs met privé stranden. En natuurlijk steden/plaatsen als Alborello, Polignano en Lecce op bereikbare afstand. Ostuni echter mooist van allemaal.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Relaxing, home from home, very comfortable & lots of space

We have just come home from a 2 week stay at this villa. From start to finish, from the booking, communication and overall help/top tips from Diane and Zohar (local manager) we had a great experience. There was 8 of us in our party ranging from 75 - 3 years old. We found the villa extremely comfortable, spacious & well equiped, the showers hot and powerful just what was needed after pool/beach days. The villa was cool inside, fans & a continous light breeze also helped. We ate outside every night using local produce & using the herbs from the herb garden. We had a recommended chef one evening which was a treat. The pool was amazing and the kids were often in it before breakfast. Access to local places of interest were easy to get to once you had got used to the style of driving. A sat nav / google maps is helpful. We would recommend Torre Guaceta for a beach, clean, crystal clear waters. All the food we ate / brought was delicious and the local wine stores provided great quality wine. Thank you so much Diane for letting us stay in your wonderful villa we will miss it greatly. Jane & family
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Spacious and well equipped, plenty to do, great party of Puglia

Our party of 10 family and friends ranging in age from 17- 75 had a deeply relaxing week in very hot sunshine. We all found the house to be a very generous and well thought through home, full of extra touches to make a week there very easy to enjoy from the moment we arrived. The welcome hamper was fabulous, and we also booked the local chef to cook for us one evening - can definitely recommend her! The pool was a decent size for reasonable swimming and the table tennis table was a big hit with all of us. We enjoyed a few movies too in the hottest part of the day. The only downside were local dogs barking in the early hours, which was tough for light sleepers, but siestas helped! The owner provided plenty of details to help us find the house, and was happy to stay in touch if needed during our stay. We would love to go back one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Alles wie Beschrieben

Große Villa mit großem Pool und Großer Terasse. Die Küchenausstattung ist sehr gut und auch sonst fehlt es an nichts.Auf dem Grundstück sind einige kleinere Arbeiten noch nicht beendet (z.B.Terassenfliesen seitlich vom Haus) dies mindert den Urlaub aber in keinster Weise. Die Lage ist zum Erkunden Apuliens sehr gut, die Altstadt Ostunis ist mit einem längeren Spaziergang zu erreichen.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

calum F.

A fantastic place for our first villa experience

Arriving for our first villa experience we were met by the cleaners who were just completing a very thorough job. They left the villa very clean and it was just what we had hoped and discussed as we had made our way from Brindisi airport earlier in the day, a journey that was broken off with a lovely lunch in the Piazza Della Liberta in Ostuni which is a beautiful spot. The villa was large, both inside and out, with plenty of room for our large family to spread out and enjoy a relaxing week in Puglia. Ostuni was an ideal place for basing ourselves and the information provided gave us the opportunity to have many days out . The old town in Lecce, an hour away by car, was a stunning city to explore and stopping off for a dip in the sea was easily achieved with many beaches available on the drive back to the villa. We visited a local olive farm, Masseria Brascati where Italian chef Gino D'Acampo was filming last year, which was a very interesting half day being on the site of an old Roman farm with most of the olive trees dating back over 2,000 years. At the end of our tour we had tasting and were given a fascinating insight into local history, Another half day at a wine producer on route to Cisternino was time well spent for my very enthusiastic passengers who had the opportunity to sample the local produce. Unfortunately for me , the driver , i was satisfied with a quality Italian ice cream which seemed to be pretty much on the menu most days ! During our stay , the weather never dropping below 35C in the daytime and the pool back at the villa was the place we ended up most days by mid-afternoon for a much needed total chill out. The pizza oven at the villa certainly got some use and the local food , wine , people and the area were a total joy and we all cannot wait to return. A great holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pieter W.

Een mooi, groot en schoon huis

Villa Fiorella is een prachtig huis, ideaal voor familie of vriendengroep. Wij waren met een vriendengroep, drie stellen, allemaal volwassenen, met z'n achten. Er zijn huizen met mooier en weidser uitzicht, maar de beschrijving klopt helemaal: een heerlijk zwembad, WiFi, lekker koel huis (eind april/begin mei kan het fris zijn, we hebben de verwarming nodig gehad), goed onderhouden. Hét grote pluspunt is de service van en communicatie met Diane en haar manager Christiano die enkele ongemakken bij aankomst direct in orde maakten en ons compenseerden met een fantastische maaltijd, voor ons door twee Italiaanse "mama's" volledig verzorgd! En de ligging vlakbij Ostuni, wat een ontzettend leuk stadje is dat! Alles klopt, tot aan de supermarkt, de koffiebar, de taxichauffeur en de restaurants! Ga zeker naar de supermarkt Cityper, de Piazza della Libertà met een fantastisch terras van Coffee&More met perfecte antipasti(!) en de restaurants Osteria Monacelle, vlakbij de Kathedraal en L'Antica Locanda. Maar waar je ook heen gaat, het is altijd raak. De mensen zijn trots op wat ze hebben en doen. We verbaasden ons over de rijkdom en welvarendheid van de streek. je ziet overal olijfgaarden, wijngaarden en prachtige vissersplaatsen aan de Adriatische kust (Monopoli, Polignano a Mare en Savelletri (eet op het terras van Luna Rosso de Ricci di Mare!). Plaatsen in het binnenland die je zeker moet bezoeken zijn Cisternino, Locorotondo, Conversano en Fasano! Iets verder Nardo en Gallipoli. Rijden in een grote auto is geen overbodige luxe, de wegen zijn slecht en slecht onderhouden. Dat kan waarschijnlijk ook niet anders, 's zomers wordt het daar makkelijk 40 graden! Een prachtige omgeving, zeker aan te raden. Wij vlogen op Bari, Brindisi is dichterbij. Met de trein naar Lecce is ook aan te bevelen. Naar de zuidwestkust kan ook, maar de afstanden zijn door de reisduur (veel) langer dan je denkt. Summary: perfect villa, especcialy for family or friends. Communication and service of Diane is great. Ostuni and surrounding is wonderfull!! Advising this villa and surrounding!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Enrica S.

La nostra vacanza improvvisata

Quest'anno abbiamo deciso veramente all'ultimo di partire per le vacanze e di andare ad Ostuni ( dove eravamo giá stati parecchie volte). Devo dire che questa vacanza e' stata perfetta! La casa e' stupenda e le foto non le fanno giustizia: - la piscina e' enorme - le camere sono molto confortevoli - il bagno al piano 1 e' molto-molto spazioso - c'è una lavanderia con lavatrice e doccia - una delle camere matrimoniali ha il bagno con doccia annesso - ci sono tutti gli elettrodomestici per poter vivere nel quotidiano senza disagi: lavastoviglie, forno, fornelli, microonde - il portico e' molto accogliente ed è un piacere mangiare fuori con gli amici: perfetta atmosfera! - all'arrivo si trova tutto il necessario per non essere costretti a fare la spesa immediatamente ( esempio scottex, carta igienica, detersivo lavastoviglie e lavatrice, sapone per le mani, detersivo piatti) - il bbq esterno viene lasciato con giá tutto quanto il necessario per essere messo in funzione ( diavolina, legnetti per accendere il fuoco) La sig.ra Feneley si è dimostrata sempre molto presente e molto disponibile, così come il sig. Ottavio, il referente locale per le gestione della casa: un'ottima persona! Davvero nulla da eccepire : tutto perfetto !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Incredible villa for a family vacation!

We recently stayed at Villa Fiorella for one week (wish it was longer!) for a family vacation. The villa exceeded our expectations on so many levels. We were a group of 6; 4 adults and 2 children and the pool was a big hit with everyone, especially the kids. Even though the weather was unusually hot (we had an entire week of perfect weather), the pool water stayed cool and refreshing the entire time. And Diane and Michael ensure that it is spotless and well maintained. We couldn't believe how large the pool was for a private residence. The villa itself was also larger than we expected, with great balconies giving views of Ostuni, the water, and the surrounding landscape. Because of its location, the villa is close enough to town to be convenient for grocery shopping and sightseeing, but just far enough out of town to be peaceful and private. And, it was spotlessly clean when we arrived. Diana and Ian were most helpful. They assisted us when we had problems getting our rental car and they showed us where to get the best local wine (Lu Capasone in Ostuni) and foods and where to park in Ostuni. When we arrived on Sat night tired and hungry, we were amazed to find a refrigerator full of food, a carafe of wine, a personal note, and an extremely thorough welcome packet with loads of information (which we used on many occasions). We used Angelo for taxi service on one occasion and he was very prompt with a beautiful car! We couldn't believe the attention to detail and effort they put into making us feel welcome and providing us with so much information. We can't say enough good things about them. Wonderful, clean beaches are close by. We went to one called "Mediterranean(?)" because we wanted the convenience of bathrooms and a snack bar for the kids. It was very reasonable for parking, had chairs for rent and a snack bar that was better than any beach snack bar we'd find in the US! A drive along the coast is also a must. We made a day trip to Alberobello and we found nearby Cisternino to be quaint and a lot of fun. We bought fresh fruits and vegetables at the Wednesday market in Ostuni. Fresh seafood is also abundant. The villa has all the conveniences you'll need. It is perfect for all ages. If you are looking for a great place for a family vacation, this is it! We highly recommend Villa Fiorella. Wendy (Chicago), Christine (Florida), and Ray, Valerie, Audrey, and Mallory (NY)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Johanna K.

Ideal setting for a perfect family holiday.

Just back from a terrific holiday at Villa Fiorella (grandparents and 2 families: in total 6 adults and 4 children of 11, 9, 7 and 5 years old). It is a really comfortable and big house, with everything you need, spotlessly clean on arrival. When renting a holiday home, there is always this delicate balance between hope it will be as presented on the site, or perhaps better, and fear it will be a disappointment. Villa Fiorella made all expectations come through, and Diana's efforts and tips before and especially during our stay made the difference. When we stayed at the villa, she was in the UK, but we kept in contact via email and she used her very efficient network to organise things on our request, probably better than anyone locally would have been able to, really impressive. We were there during the first week of June, and even if the temperature outside reached 32°C, it was always nice and cool inside, the highest temperature I saw on the thermometer in the house was 23°C (no need to use the ventilators). The location of the villa is perfect: next to Ostuni, which is only a few minutes by car. It is a city big enough for people looking for culture, shops, good restaurants (try "Osteria del Tempo Perso", if you want to give yourself a good treat!) and bars, but with a cosy and nice atmosphere. The sea is nearby, with several (small) beaches, and there are various interesting villages in the neighbourhood, close enough for a visit in the morning or afternoon. It was always a pleasure to come back to the villa afterwards. We especially liked that the villa is tranquil and beautifully located, but not totally isolated. The swimming pool was a total success: large enough for a good swim, but also very comfortable for the children to play in the undeep part. It was a pleasant surprise to feel warm water running out of the shower next to the pool. For us, Villa Fiorella was the ideal setting for a perfect family holiday. Picture us, after a swim all together in the pool, dressed for the perfect evening temperature, with a prosecco under the gazebo, the children playing in the garden. Then, dinner, all together around the stone table on the terrace, Rosanna's homemade pizza's straight from the pizza oven to our plates. The ideal occasion and atmosphere for us catching up as a family, enjoying being together... what a feeling of complete happiness! That's how good life can be.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Magnificient Villa in a beautiful part of Italy

We visited in April 2009. The Villa is magnificent and has a wonderful patio and swimming pool with plenty of space to relax. Our children (7 and 5) enjoyed swimming most evenings. The photographs don't do it justice. Inside the Villa is very spacious and clean and with four bedrooms and three bathrooms is suitable for both small and large families. The Villa has everything you need for your stay, buckets, spades etc are provided for the children to use at the beach. Diane and Michael were perfect hosts. We arrived at 12.00 midnight on Saturday and they were there to welcome us and had a wonderful supper prepared, with local red wine, which was excellent. They advised us on the places to visit and where to eat and encouraged us to call them if we needed anything during our stay. Their recommendations were perfect. Ostuni is a lovely old town about 5 minutes drive from the Villa. It has many lovely restaurants, which are all reasonably priced. The locals as you expect with Italians were very helpful and friendly. The Villa is a great place to stay whether you want to relax or go sight seeing as there are many towns all within less than an hours drive. Places to see are Cisterino, Martina Franca, Alberobello (trulli houses) and Lecce. We have been to many places in Italy and this was the best Villa we stayed in. If you decide to stay in the Villa, you will not be disappointed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Our visit to the undiscovered part of Italy.

A great holiday in a beautiful villa in a wonderful part of Italy. A warm welcome was given by Diane on arrival and everything you needed for your stay was provided.The large swimming pool is set in a beautiful garden with plenty of space to relax. The weather for October was great,we travelled around by car but one day we took the train to Lecce which was a great day out. We look forward to returning very soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

I have never had the post holiday blues so bad!!!!

We have had a great 2 weeks in this fantastic villa. The Villa and pool were absolutely fabulous and proved a real hit with both the children and adults. We did not move too far from the pool in the second week of our stay which says it all. But if anything could top the accommodation it was Diane, our perfect hostess - she has been an amazing. As well as offering suggestions and recommendations on places and restaurants to visit she gave private swimming lessons to our kids, assisted with our hire car breakdown and just showed a genuine interest and passion in ensuring we had the best holiday ever - and we certainly did. Ostuni is a beautiful part of Italy and we'd love to come back and visit and stay in Diane's villa again.

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