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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Explore the area
Sannicola, Apulia
Radio Museum
Place, Radio Museum
9 min drive
Padula Bianca Beach
Place, Padula Bianca Beach
14 min drive
Lido Conchiglie Beach
Place, Lido Conchiglie Beach
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
En-suite bathroom
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Outdoor shower by the pool
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Independent villa with private pool
After buying the property, we personally over-viewed the restoration of this typical stone house (locally called "pajara") composed of two connected blocks, one of which is circular in shape. Originally built to store agricultural tools and occasionally supply a roof to olive pickers in the autumn months, it is now a fully equipped villa with a rural character. The outside space is ideally organized to enjoy the long sunny days and cool summer evenings by the pool and under the large canopy or the shade of the olive trees. There is an outdoor shower next to the pool (10m x 5m). The house has a Wi-Fi connection. Especially during the summer months, visitors can enjoy numerous religious and cultural events. Food festivals are organized almost daily by the surrounding villages where a variety of local delicacies and wines can be tasted. Numerous beautiful sandy and rock beaches are reachable within a short drive, the closest being 8min away.
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Property Registration Number IT075070C200077992, LE07507091000036426
Property # 8155561
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Sannicola
Located in Sannicola, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Maria al Bagno Beach and Baia Verde Beach. La Vinolea and Parco Acquatico Splash are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
Does Independent villa with private pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Independent villa with private pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Independent villa with private pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Independent villa with private pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Independent villa with private pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Independent villa with private pool located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Radio Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of La Vinolea and Rivabella Beach. Ionian Sea and Lido Conchiglie Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful home, great pool, excellent host, everything was perfect!!
Manuel C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Dear Manuel, I am so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure to host you and thank for choosing our house for your holidays
The house is very authentic, beautiful and is laying in a beautiful garden with a large pool. The communcation with the owner and the caretaker was very good. We had a lovely time in the house and garden. Thanks
Harry H.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Dear Harry, it’s wonderful to know that you and your wife enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of our house. We enjoyed having you as guests. All the best!
Fabulous property in a great location although a car is essential (not a problem for us). Great local beaches a short drive away both to the north and south of Gallipoli, good food and local supermarkets all at reasonable prices (especially compared to Amalfi where we had driven down from)Can’t wait to come back
Adrian H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Dear Adrian, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for our house.
We are happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay making the most of the house and the surrounding areas.
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Take care
The property and grounds are beautiful. We had a fantastic time in the pool and exploring the nearby villages and towns. Emanuela and Livio were a great help and very friendly. We hope to be back!
Alexandra B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Dear Alexandra, thank you for taking the time to write about your stay. We are delighted you and your family had a wonderful time. We hope to see you again in the future! Take care
The house was spacious, homely and extremely comfortable with everything that we needed for a relaxing holiday. The surrounding garden and pool were a delight. We enjoyed many hours relaxing by the lovely pool enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
janelle h.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Dear Janelle, thank you for taking the time to review your experience at our house. So happy that you and your family enjoyed your holiday and had a relaxing time before going back to Australia.
We had a fantastic stay. The house is absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful building and stunning outside seating area and pool, all kept to a very high standard. Emanuela was so helpful and thoughtful and answered any questions we had straight away and gave great recommendations of local restaurants.
This villa near Sannicola was fabulous. Beautiful gardens, wonderful big swimming pool, great outdoor relaxing and entertaining areas. The property itself was extremely well equipped and comfortable. Absolutely faultless. We all loved staying there and didn't want to leave! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Claire D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Dear Claire,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. Livio will be proud to know you appreciated the garden as he is so dedicated to all the plants. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and had a good time. Have a wonderful rest of the summer!
It's been a great stay, as the house is beautiful and the terrace and garden are very spacious and nice. Communication with the host Emanuela functioned very quickly and easily. Livio, the man who welcomes you at the beginning, is a very nice person too! I can really recommend this holiday destination with a dream garden!
Frank S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2023
Dear Frank, it was a pleasure to host you and your wife. I will pass your comments to Livio as he works hard in maintaining the garden and is happy when our guests enjoy it. Enjoy the rest of the summer and thank you again for the beautiful pictures of the garden that you sent me before your departure :-)
Our family (2 adults + 2 children, 10 and 12 years old) spent a week in this beautiful and wonderful house on the countryside. The house and the amazing garden offered a perfect and relaxing environment and gave us a nice base for our holiday. By car you reach amazing beaches, caves and small Italian towns within 15-20 minutes. The house was spotless and the communication with the owner as well as the caretaker worked really well. We’d come back without hesitation and could strongly recommend the house any day to other families. We’ve rented houses abroad for years in different countries and this one stand out as one of the best.
Camilla H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Dear Camilla and family,
Thank you for choosing our house to spend your holidays in the Salento region. It makes us really proud and happy when our guests enjoy a great experience and make the most of the accommodation and garden. We greatly appreciated you being polite and gracious guests and we look forward to welcoming you in the future
Fantastic property. Private pool an absolute highlight. Welcoming host and owner. All wonderful.
Is in a rural location a few minutes drive to the town of Sannicola. We loved our morning visits to the local fruit/veg vans. Driving distance to Gallipoli and Lecce (an absolute gem) lovely local beaches - some are better than others so do look around.
Mosquitos are an issue. Didn’t see a single snake but lots of friendly lizards/gekko’s. :)
Emma S.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Dear Emma, thank you for taking the time to write a review for our house. I am really glad you and your family enjoyed your holiday in our region and will have nice memories!
I recently had the pleasure of staying at this charming house, and it truly exceeded my expectations. The location is fantastic—nestled in a peaceful area yet conveniently close to beautiful beaches and a selection of delightful restaurants. The garden is nothing short of breathtaking, providing a serene and picturesque setting that enhanced our stay.
The house itself is beautifully maintained, and it’s clear that a lot of care goes into its upkeep. The welcoming team was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Emanuela, the owner, was exceptionally responsive, kind, and gracious, which made our experience even more enjoyable.
Overall, this place is a real find—a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you, Emanuela, for such a memorable stay!
Valerie B.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Dear Valerie, we are so happy when our guests enjoy the house and the garden.
Our house is meant to be a place for relaxation and we are truly glad that you and your family made the most of your holiday. Thank you for your extensive description of the house and surrounding area, it means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you and your family back for your next visit in the Salento region!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sally N.
4 June 2016
A wonderful place to relax
I have just returned from a week's stay in the wonderful house with my husband and 3 children.
The garden and pool are lovely and beautifully kept, with the bonus of a vegetable patch where we picked fresh rocket and herbs. We only wished it was later in the season so we could enjoy the tomatoes and aubergines. The outdoor dining area is great as is the shaded living area which means you can escape the sun in the middle of the day. The house is very well equipped and the pictures of the inside do not do it justice.
Everything we needed was there with the added touch if some fruit, biscuits, wine and water to greet us. Emanuela responded immediately when we needed to ask for her help.
One of the nicest places we have stayed - thank you.
Sally N.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dear Sally,
Thank you for your very positive feedback.
We are delighted you and your family had a pleasant week.
It makes us very happy when our guests enjoy being at our house!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Will C.
24 June 2016
Perfect house. Warm welcome
We had a perfect week with our two children.
The house is cool and spacious (much more spacious than the impression given in the photos). The building has been very tastefully restored and the garden was immaculately kept. It felt remote and private but it's only a short drive to the shops if you need to get anything.
We raided the veg patch (delicious aubergines) and enjoyed the warm breeze.
Livio (the gardener) and his wife Carmela were very welcoming and were on hand to answer any questions about the property and surrounding area. Go try their sons' restaurant a ten minute drive away. We went twice. Delicious.
We hope to return one day.
Will
Will C.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dear Will,
It is a great pleasure for us to hear that you had a good time. Thank you for choosing our house for your holiday.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josh A.
14 Oct 2018
Amazing retreat in Puglia
This lovely house in Puglia was the perfect answer for our 3 week stay in Puglia. While the characteristics of the house are unique, comfortable and truly memorable, it was the interaction and attention we received from both the hosts as well as the caretakers which will be our most cherished memories. Questions about local stores, sights and restaurants were answered immediately and we enjoyed as many of the suggestions as we could fit in. The caretakers were wonderful in translating and interpreting my poor attempt at Italian and we enjoyed dining at their family's restaurant in the nearby village as well as being treated to a tour of the olive oil cooperative in our own village. All in all, we felt as though we have gained some wonderful new friends. The house was better than what is shown in the pictures, the grounds very well kept, and it is very well located for exploring both the Ionian and Adriatic coastlines.
Josh A.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dear Josh, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have you at our house. We feel you arrived as guests and left as friends. We are so happy and proud you made the most of your holiday and hope you will come back to visit!
WE LOVE THIS PROPERTY!! We had a two week stay here and can't say enough about how beautiful the house and grounds are, as well as the hospitality of Emanuella and Livio!! Livio is attentive without being intrusive and is a wonderful man... he also brought us some of the sweetest fresh cantaloupes we've ever had several times. We fell in love with the Puglia region and definitely plan to return again in the future. It was extremely hot while we were there, but the AC in the rooms and the beautifully cooled swimming pool more than made up for it. The house itself is immaculately clean and well... just flat out cool... we enjoyed several sunsets from the roof and the views are spectacular. The local Super Mac is a great store to get anything you might need and Sannicola and Tuglie (Origini Cafe for coffee and pastries is a must) are both beautiful towns with abundant options for eating and drinking. It is also an easy 10-12 minute drive into Gallipoli and we spent several days enjoying that amazing town and the public beach is a great swimming and sunning option with easy parking and access. We loved the food, staff and service at the Buena Vista there with its amazing views and cool breezes and there are some really great places to eat in the alleys of the Old Town. We also spent a great day doing the coastal drive from Otranto to Santa Maria di Leuca... stunning drives with lots of places to stop and relax, take pics and we highly recommend L'Incanto, which is in a small village just outside of SM di Leuca. If your Italian language skills aren't at least functional here, you will need to be able to use a translator app to help, as we found very few people in the region speak English (which is actually quite cool) but you have to work at communication. Navigation if you drive can also be stressful as Google Maps can play some tricks on you when you least expect it. And if you are going to drive you should be prepared to be assertive and drive with purpose without being aggressive just because the locals do... they know the roads and customs and you don't. I grew up driving in LA and pride myself on being able to handle just about anything but this is a totally different kind of experience. I cannot say enough how great this place is and how much we appreciated being able to spend a couple of weeks here. Thank you Emanuella for the most memorable vacation ever!!
John D.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2022
Dear John, thank you so much for your flattering and comprehensive review of our house and the whole surrounding region.
It’s the best reward for us when our guests feel at home and make the most of their stay!
You and Erin were very gracious guests and it would be a great pleasure to welcome you again in the future.
All the very best, Emanuela
Wir hatten 18 wundervolle und sonnige Tage. Die Unterkunft, der Pool und das tolle Grundstück waren perfekt. Wer Ruhe und Erholung sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Wir hatten die ganze Zeit über ein Mietwagen und konnten die Gegend erkunden. Die Besitzerin sowie auch der Hausmeister Livio waren immer erreichbar und hilfsbereit. Livio kümmert sich sehr liebevoll um den Garten. Jeden Tag gab es frische Früchte.
Olivia T.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Dear Olivia,
I am really happy you and your family enjoyed your stay and took the opportunity to get to know the surroundings.
Livio is rightly very proud of his vegetables and satisfied when our guests enjoy cooking them.
Take good care and thank you for choosing our house for your holidays
Propriété conforme à la description, très agréable avec son espace extérieur et la piscine. Le jardin est très beau et agréable. Environnement calme.Accueil par Livio flexible et facile. Emmanuela est très réactive et communique facilement. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié cette villa que nous ne pouvons que recommander!
Laurent S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Dear Laurent, we are very happy and proud when our guests have a pleasant time at our house. So glad you and your family enjoyed your holiday. All the very best!
une très belle maison, un jardin magnifique et bien entretenu.
l'accueil et la disponibilité d'Emanuela et de Livio étaient parfait.
un endroit très calme et néanmoins proche des axes routiers
je recommande cette location
stephane s.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Dear Stephane, I am really happy that you and your family enjoyed staying at the house and relaxing in the garden. I hope you will also treasure your memories of exploring the surroundings as that is a significant part of your experience in our region. All the best to you and your family
Wir hatten das Haus für 7 Nächte gebucht und waren absolut begeistert. Das Haus lässt keine Wünsche offen. Der Pool sorgte im Besonderen bei unseren Kindern für sehr viel Freude. Der Pool ist an einer Stelle so tief, dass man von dem kleinen Sprungbrett sehr gut in den Pool springen kann. Wir hatten schon viele Häuser mit Pool, jedoch war dieser vom Spaßfaktor her herausstechend.
Der gesamte Außenbereich ist sehr gepflegt und hat mehrere Orte an denen man sich gemütlich aufhalten kann.
Durch die besonders warme Zeit im Sommer waren die klimatisierten Schlafzimmer eine Wohltat in der Nacht.
Emanuela ist eine sehr freundliche Gastgeberin, die einem die gesamte Zeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite steht.
Danke Emanuela für diese tolle Zeit!
Auch Livio, der sich um den Garten und Pool gekümmert hat, ist ein sehr freundlicher Mensch.
Wir können den Aufenthalt uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Tobias C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2023
Dear Tobias, I am absolutely delighted you and your family enjoyed your time at our place. Relaxation and fun are very important during a holiday and I am glad you found them. Thank you again for choosing our house!
Le Pajare liegt etwas außerhalb des Ortes Sannicola mitten in Olivenhainen. Das sehr gepflegte Grundstück ist deutlich größer als auf den Abbildungen erkennbar, bietet jeglichen Komfort im Außenbereich und überrascht mit vielen Details wie einem kleinen Kakteengarten, einer mit blauen Blumen geschmückten Einfahrt oder mit Zitronen- und Feigenbäumen. Signor Livio empfing uns sehr freundlich. Le Pajare ist mit viel Liebe und Geschmack eingerichtet, die Räume sind großzügig geschnitten, es fehlt an nichts. Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin Emanuela verlief absolut erfreulich, Emanuela ist sehr sympathisch, sie antwortet stets sehr schnell, ist immer erreichbar und gibt auch gerne passende Tipps ab. Dank des großen Gartens nebst gepflegtem Pool, der ruhigen Lage des Grundstücks, der nahen attraktiven Ziele wie Gallipoli oder Otranto und den vielen schnell erreichbaren Strände haben wir abwechslungsreiche, aber entspannte Spätsommertage verbracht, der einzige Minuspunkt - wenn man das überhaupt so sagen darf - war, dass wir keine Gelegenheit hatten die viele Interessen mit uns teilende Emanuela persönlich kennen zu lernen. Wir können das Objekt gerne uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen.
Bettina und Bernd
bernd l.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2022
Dear Bernd, I am very touched reading your very comprehensive and affectionate review.
We truly put a big effort in creating a warm and comfortable experience for our guests so it is really an enormous pleasure for us when our guests enjoy their stay not only at the house but also visiting the surroundings and making the most of what there is on offer.
I will share your kind words with my very committed and reliable small team, Livio, Valentina and Dario who help me in making our guests’ stay the more pleasant and enjoyable possible. It was a pleasure communicating with you and also exchanging restaurants suggestions since food is definitely a shared passion! :-)
I hope there will be opportunities in the future for others visits and it will be a pleasure to meet you and your lovely wife in person. A presto! Emanuela
Eines können wir mit Sicherheit sagen: in Live ist die Anlage nochmal viel schöner.
Das gesamte Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet und auch sehr sauber.
Der Außenbereich ist ebenso einfach wundervoll. Groß, geräumig, gemütlich. Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin klappte einwandfrei.
Der einzige, kleine Haken: die Pool-Sauberkeit. Es sammelt sich viel zu schnell Dreck (von den Bäumen, Blumen etc) am Grund/Boden des Pools an. Da müsste man 2 mal am Tag reinigen um die Sauberkeit zu gewährleisten. Wir hatten bereits mehr als 7 Ferienhäuser mit Poolanlagen (Toskana, Apulien, Umbrien) mit verschiedenster Ausstattung und hatten nie Probleme damit und Wind gibt es überall. Natürlich wurde auch hierbei sehr schnell reagiert und auch eine Reinigung vorgenommen, was wir sehr geschätzt haben. Jedoch wird die Problematik dadurch nicht dauerhaft behoben. Aber das ist nur ein kleines Manko gewesen.
Was diese tolle Anlage noch ergänzen würde, wären ein Carport und ein Ganzkörperspiegel (Platz im Haus wäre dafür genügend vorhanden)
Conclusio: Wir würden definitiv dieses Anwesen wieder buchen.
Noemi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2022
Dear Noemi,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and make some suggestions.
We look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to Puglia.
Una location davvero meravigliosa, con un clima ventilato ed una splendida piscina a rinfrescare le giornate. Livio molto disponibile e simpatico. La casa è accogliente è dotata di tutti i comfort, perfetta per una coppia ma anche per una famiglia.
Laura S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Gentile Laura, grazie per averci scritto ed aver condiviso la vostra esperienza. Siamo molto contenti che vi siate trovati bene e abbiate trascorso delle giornate rilassanti. Vi aspettiamo nel caso decidiate di tornare!
About the host
Hosted by Emanuela Pace
My name is Emanuela and together with my husband and children would like to welcome all our guests to our peaceful retreat! My husband and I are originally from this area but we have been living abroad, in different countries, for over twenty years. We bought this property in 2008 and had the stone house completely refurbished because we wanted to give some tangible roots to our children. We wanted them to have a sense of belonging since they were born abroad and always lived far away from their extended family. I am happy to say that this goal has been achieved! We have rented our house for many years and all our guests have always been very satisfied. Some of them have also come back.
Why they chose this property
Our house is quite unique in shape and it is immersed in the typical Salento countryside: intense red soil, century old olive trees and deep scent from bushes of lavender, rosemary and sage. It is a very quiet place and the only noise during the day is the sound of the cicadas, but the nearest village with shops, cafés and good trattorias is just over a kilometer away. The swimming pool provides a welcomed sense of relief from the heat, but many different beaches are within a short drive and they are definitely worth exploring. It is also very interesting to visit the old towns of Gallipoli and Otranto, just to name a couple of unique places within a short drive distance, and it is highly recommended to explore the historic centre of Lecce with its many baroque churches and buildings.
What makes this property unique
Our house also offers the possibility to experience the delicious local cuisine. There is an abundance of restaurants or trattorias and the price for eating good quality meals is extremely reasonable. For the guests who like to cook there is a vegetable garden just a few steps away from the house and vegetables can be just picked and prepared. The house comes complete with our “guardian angel” Livio who will be welcoming the guests and can be contacted at any moment for information or assistance. He doesn’t speak English but is able to communicate. We can always be reached by phone and will try to help as much as possible.
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