The Contrada Lamatroccola Residence
Perks for the Parents
A beautifully converted Trulli residence full of stylish rustic character, with indoor and outdoor swimming pools and charming views of Puglia’s Itria Valley. It sleeps 11+2. A spacious residence comprising of 2 separate houses, ‘the trulli’ and ‘the stone house’, providing plenty of room and privacy for a large multigenerational family or 2 groups travelling together. The 4 double rooms all have ensuite bathrooms and the kids have their own bunk room set away from the primary suites for added privacy. There’s a heated, ozone filtered indoor pool as well an outdoor pool and a jacuzzi so both adults and kids can enjoy the water at all times of day. For alfresco gathering, there’s an outdoor kitchen with a BBQ, a pizza oven and a veranda for dining with sweeping valley views. Parents can give themselves the night off by requesting a pizza chef on site and the host’s concierge is more than happy to help arrange for other in-house catering as well as book babysitters and restaurants. The beautiful ‘white city’ of Ostuni is less than 10 minutes away by car, while the Apuglian gems of Cisternino and Ceglie Messapica are also easily accessible offering up some excellent culinary options.
Why Kids Love it
Set on an acre of land, kids have plenty of space to explore, play and run free. There’s table tennis outside, along with an outdoor pool with country views, warm outdoor showers and a surrounding deck which can be set up for yoga. Inside, there’s a heated pool which is ozone filtered so it’s ideal for water babies with delicate skin and is perfect for kids who prefer warmer temperatures. Kids of all ages will love the playful tree house style bunk room, with custom-made beds and sleepover vibes. There are plenty of other places to hang from the den style living room which has a smart TV with Netflix to rocking sun loungers and shady picnic spots. The pizza oven and BBQ provide fun alfresco dining options and there are lots of sofas for making the most of the area’s star gazing potential come nightfall. The local area is full of family-friendly local restaurants serving up home cooked dishes, with plenty of pasta options. For active kids keen to explore, the hosts are happy to help arrange bike or beach equipment hire – with the closest coast just a 20 minute drive away.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 5 nights. Tourist tax to be paid directly to the host on arrival (€2 per guest per night). Please note that the outdoor pool is ungated and there are a few stairs around the property so younger kids should be supervised. The indoor pool can be closed ensuring safety inside. The bunk beds are accessible by a ladder and the top bed is up high suitable for around 6+. The inside spaces are air-conditioned and there is WiFi throughout the property. There is ample private parking available on site and car hire is recommended to explore fully. A concierge service is included as part of your stay and they are happy to arrange for babysitters, extra cleaning, cookery classes, bike hire/tours and in-house chefs etc. No pets allowed. CIS number BR07401291000041874
About the Location
The residence is located on a 1-acre plot in the heart of the Itria Valley, just 6 km away from Ostuni – a historic hilltop city known for its whitewashed houses and foodie rated restaurant scene. It’s ideally situated for exploring other Apuglian gems including Martina Franca, Cisternino and Ceglie Messapica, renowned for their local culinary traditions and fresh pasta shops selling Puglia’s own orecchiette. Puglia’s pretty coast is under a 20-minute drive away offering up shallow bays and sandy beaches to suit kids of all ages. There’s also snorkeling, scuba diving, cliff jumping and plenty of relaxed beachside restaurants for those making a day of it. The residence is surrounded by wineries and olive oil producers – the concierge is happy to help arrange visits. The nearest airport is Salento in Brindisi, a 45-minute drive away, with links to major European cities.
Accommodation Details
The residence has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms set across 2 separate adjacent buildings – the ‘Trulli House’ and the ‘Stone House’. The Trulli House has a living room with an Italian sofa and a TV, a dining area with a table seating 6 and a fully stocked kitchen including a large fridge and a dishwasher. There are 3 airconditioned bedrooms with double French style beds and ensuite bathrooms with thermostatic showers, plus 1 additional bathroom. A modern glass extension houses a heated indoor pool with hydro jets and deck area with seating and sliding glass doors which can be opened up to the garden. The adjacent stone house has a fully stocked kitchen including a dishwasher; a dining area with a table seating 6; 1 bedroom with a double bed and a second bunk room with 3 bunk beds designed by a local craftsman. There is 1 bathroom in this house with a shower. Outside, there are various patio spaces and shaded areas with seating and alfresco tables. There’s an outdoor kitchen with a fridge, a BBQ and a pizza oven for easy outdoor meals while a veranda with sweeping views of the countryside makes the perfect alfresco gathering spot with a table seating 10 and an inbuilt sofa for pre/after dinner drinks. There’s an outdoor 50sqm pool with a sun deck and loungers, a heated outdoor stone-built jacuzzi for 6 people, several outdoor showers and a table tennis table.
Style Notes
Classic Trulli style. A historic Trulli building lovingly renovated and updated by its owners with the greatest care and respect for local tradition. ‘Rustic and local’ is the order of the day with artistic flair and craftsmanship at the heart of the redesign. Traditional stone and whitewashed walls combine with luxurious, modern touches including French beds with state-of-the-art mattresses and contemporary showers. Locally handcrafted furniture such as the kids’ bunk beds and wooden ladder detailing in the bathrooms provide modern artisan updates that blend perfectly with their authentic stone house surroundings. Repurposed and upcycled items such as traditional Apuglian tools and materials add character throughout. We love the contemporary glass extension with its infinity pool and floor to ceiling views, with doors that can be fully flung open for seamless inside/outside living.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
Ostuni, Puglia
The Citta Blanca
This beautiful Baroque town 10km from the Adriatic Coast is surrounded by rural areas and is a hub for the community, with restaurants, bars, markets and pizzerias and stunning white stone churches. Treat the kids to a gelato and explore the meadows of wildflowers, pretty off-the-beaten-track villages and pristine beaches nearby.
