Set in a stunning location in the Ostuni countryside with fabulous views of the 'White City' and the Adriatic Sea, the luxurious six bedroom Masseria Mandorli lies in twenty-four acres of land with olive, nut and various other fruit trees. It had been richly restored and has ample areas, both indoors and out, for great relaxation. A true home from home for the discerning holidaymaker. Sleeps 14 plus 2 babies in cots.
The magnificent Masseria Mandorli has been restored to highest standards using contemporary designs whilst still retaining many of its original features. Relaxing in the sumptuousness of the large lounge it is not hard to imagine yourself basking in its past grandeur with it high stone ceilings and tasteful furnishings. The five main bedrooms, all of which have full en suite facilities, have an inviting calmness in which to relax with large windows with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The sixth bedroom is on the lower level bedroom and sleeps four on two pairs of full size bunk beds.
Master Bedroom:
Your comfort is assured in this beautifully appointed bedroom with its stunning floor to ceiling window (with electric blinds) overlooking the Puglian olive groves all the way down to the coast. The room is furnished with a comfortable king size bed bedside cabinets with lamp, wardrobe with sliding doors and offering ample storage for your clothes, armchair and small table nearby with lamp for reading. The room is air conditioned and also has a private balcony.
Master bedroom En-suite:
Has twin basins, bidet, toilet, separate shower and stylish bath with window looking into the orangery.
Balcony Bedroom:
A double room with its own private balcony and windows overlooking the olive groves out towards the sea is furnished with a double bed, bedside cabinets with lamps, wardrobe, chest of drawers and air conditioning. If you want to have an afternoon nap the high quality sun blinds on the windows will minimise the sunshine entering the room.
Balcony Bedroom En-suite:
Has a shower, sink and toilet with a window overlooking the olive groves.
Four Poster Orangery Bedroom:
This beautiful and airy bedroom with air conditioning has exposed stone vaulted ceiling, niches, king size four poster bed and French doors leading out into the Orangery, giving it an air of cool sophistication. There are also bedside cabinets with lamps, an armchair, and wardrobes with hanging and drawer space giving you plenty of storage space
Four Poster Orangery Bedroom ensuite
Has a shower, luxury spice coloured glass basin, heated towel rail and toilet.
Olive Bedroom- Stone Vaulted
This spacious air conditioned double bedroom with en suite has exposed stone barrel ceiling and walls, a king size bed, bedside cabinet, and ample storage in the wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Olive Bedroom En-suite
Has a beautiful glass basin, bath with shower attachment and glass screen, toilet and heated towel rail.
Almond Bedroom -Stone Vaulted Bedroom
This bright and spacious, air conditioned double bedroom has exposed stone barrel ceiling and walls, a king size bed, bedside cabinet, and ample storage in the wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Almond Bedroom En-suite
The en-suite bathroom has a beautiful glass basin, bath with shower attachment and glass screen, toilet, bidet and heated towel rail.
White Room:
Situated on the lower level via an internal staircase has a high level window, two pairs of large bunk beds offer accommodation for four adults or children. There is a large chest of drawers in the bedroom and there is air-con.
Sitting Room
Is found in the central part of the Masseria and is well equipped for your comfort with relaxing sofas, Smart TV, DVD, games console, books, guide books and free wifi.
Well Equipped Kitchen
The large modern kitchen has all the appliances a cook would want including a marble topped island-style preparation area, dishwasher, double sinks, electric oven, five ring gas hob, fridge-freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster along with an array of cooking utensils. There is air conditioning.
Dining Room
A few step away from the kitchen you will find the dining room which looks out into the Orangery garden and pool which seats 12 people and there is a small childrens table which seats 4. Light and modern it's great place to cool off from the sun or enjoy a dinner
Al Fresco dining and Relaxation
Directly outside the kitchen you will find a table and chairs on the covered veranda. On the same large veranda you will find the huge outdoor sofas with coffee table nearby
In the Orangery garden there are two sets of bistro tables, a great place for some quiet and to read a book.
Around the pool there is a huge wooden table with chairs which is great at lunch time as there is a 2nd indoor kitchen nearby with fridge, sink, prep area for keeping everything cold, fresh and clean. Attached to this is the outdoor BBQ and pizza oven. It also has a magical feel at night as the sun sets and the lights twinkle around you.
The Roof Terrace which is accessed internally via a door and some steps has a table, chairs and BBQ as well as breathtaking sea views over the ancient olive groves and in the other directions the town of Ostuni. The perfect place for a glass of wine before dinner.
The Luxury of Two Pools
There is a large swimming pool and adjoining this is small shallow pool for children. The main pool measures 12.5m x 6m and the baby pool 3m x 3m.
The pool area is either walled or gated from the Masseria, which is ideal if you have young children
The large sun terrace which is bordered on three sides by olive, almond fruit and other trees, has ample sun loungers where you can soak up the sun,lounging bean bags, a shaded gazebo and an outdoor shower.
Outdoor and Indoor Entertainment
In addition to swimming other things for you to enjoy are the newly built boules area and the table tennis
Inside there is an array of board games, cards, books, wi-fi internet, TV and DVDs and a few toys for the very young..
If you can tear yourself away from this enchanting Masseria you are only a few minutes from sandy beaches, the White City of Ostuni, one of the most stunning cities in Southern Italy or, further afield but still within 30 minutes drive, the UNESCO site of Alberobello famous for its abundance of trulli, the baroque town of Martina Franca, and the Zoo Safari, a day out for the younger members of the family.