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- Two-bedroom suite
- Stunning sea views
- Direct access to the sea
- Private garden and terrace
- Restaurants and sandy beaches 10-minute stroll
- Ostuni 15-minute drive
One of three suites within an imposing villa built in 1925, elegant La Perla del Mare is fabulously situated on a peninsula just ten metres from the waters of the Adriatic. It has a private entrance and its own secluded terrace and garden leading directly onto a quiet shingle beach with access to the sea across a rocky shoreline. The peaceful ebb and flow of the waves affords a wonderfully restorative and uplifting soundtrack to any stay here and despite the astonishing 800km of coastline in Puglia, such magnificently situated properties are hard to find.
The artistic interiors are a stylish blend of clean lines, modern artworks and traditional furnishings, creating a seductive atmosphere of laid-back sophistication, with all rooms benefiting from uninterrupted views of the water. The living accommodation is on one level, with two comfortable double bedrooms, and a shower room. A striking and contemporary kitchen makes cooking here a real pleasure and the owner has some beautiful books to inspire your culinary whims.
The beautifully planted gardens at La Perla del Mare are colourful and softly scented; with rosemary, juniper and myrtle, set against a backdrop of structural palms to give an exotic Mediterranean feel. Outside, the covered terrace has pots with lavender and cascades of pretty annuals and is a glorious spot for leisurely lunches or candlelit dinners. There is also an external staircase leading to a roof terrace with a breathtaking panoramic view of the coast, though low walls make it unsuitable for children.
La Perla del Mare is excellently situated, just a five-minute drive from a choice of soft sandy beaches, and there is boat hire available at the marina. The enchanting white city of Ostuni is a 15-minute drive away, while the fashionable Val d’Itria and splendid coastal towns of Monopoli and Polignano a Mare are also within easy reach. But La Perla del Mare’s superb location also makes exploring further south a realistic possibility and the baroque wonders of Lecce are accessible by car in under an hour.
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Accommodation
Layout
- 2 bedroom suite (sleeps 2-4)
One floor
- Living/dining area with satellite TV (English-speaking news channels)
- Kitchen with oven, hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
- 2 double bedrooms (160 x 200cm beds)
- Shower room
General
- Complimentary WiFi
- Air-conditioned bedrooms
- Iron, ironing board, hairdryer, bath towels provided
- One of three suites (the other two are not rented and occasionally used by the owner)
- A daily tourist tax applies for the first two weeks of your stay only, which means that an average of €1.50 per person (12+ years) may be charged. This should be paid in cash during your stay.
Simpson family extras
- Complimentary cot and highchair available
- Car seats and booster seats can be provided at a supplement, subject to availability
- To pre-book any of our family extras please call 020 8392 5747
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails. We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes, due to factors beyond our control, reliability can be affected.
National tourist licence (CIS): BR07401232000020641
Access times
- Check in time – 4.00pm
- Check out time – 10.00am
Location
- Pizzeria/Restaurants/supermarket/bar 10min walk
- Sandy Beach 5min walk
- Ostuni 15min drive
- Brindisi airport 30min drive
- Bari airport 1hr 10min drive
Flights
This property is priced on an accommodation-only basis. To view details of recommended flights please click here.
Car hire
We are happy to arrange your car hire in Italy; please click here to view options and prices.
Lovely 3-day stay during our Puglia tour. The hotel is ideally situated to explore the town. Thanks to Alice for her help and recommendations. A very special hotel.
The villa is superb! We all had a marvellous stay. Swimming every morning and sitting on the beach. Jump in the car and drive – it’s all beautiful.
Beautiful place. Nice and comfortable villa. Incredible landscape with the Mediterranean sea. Amazing place with the beautiful and historic towns.
What a wonderful and magical place to stay. We’ve feted on local delicacies, snorkelled off the beach and read our books in the fabulous garden. It was a real treat to arrive with a fridge full of vegetables and a bottle of wine – thanks for that – very nice touch. Also, loved the outdoor shower – it’s been bliss.
The accommodation and gardens exceeded our expectations. It was great being so close to the sea and also just a short walk from the local town centre. The location was beautiful and it was easy to explore the many historic towns in the surrounding region.
Thank you so much for a wonderful week. The villa is so comfortable and we have enjoyed the various aspects according to the position of the sun – all beautiful.
We’ve had a fabulous week staying at this unique and beautiful villa. We swam and snorkelled in the sea every day and enjoyed the lovely gardens.
The wonderful ever-present sound of the sea, the light, the beautiful natural fauna and flora, the wonderful gardens all go to make our stay here very special. Francesco was a wonderful welcoming host – greeting us with food and wine. I hope we can return as it is completely perfect.
This is a unique villa and we have been delighted with everything about it. The sound of the waves on the rocks waking us in the morning is just one of the highlights. An early swim in the bay and a glass of local wine on the terrace in the evening bookended some wonderful days out. The villa is so well equipped and so beautiful that we had many lunches and suppers in the garden or on the terrace. Francesco has been charming and helpful at all times. It has been our good fortune to be the first Simpson travellers here and we have no doubt that the guests who follow will echo our sentiments.
Our first time with Simpson Travel was really special, the most beautiful and unusual location, visually stunning. The villa was superbly well appointed, but very relaxed. The owner extremely welcoming and gracious. The Simpson Travel website, phone and booking experience was perfect, enabling a very simple and relaxed preparation and holiday. We will be using them again!
Our choice of Italian properties is diverse, ranging from simple charm to genuine luxury and style. Much of our portfolio is privately owned, and price alone is therefore not a universal guide. We contract all our accommodation in person, and each property has its individual appeal.
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There’s a different side of Italy to discover on a holiday in Puglia – the land of the trulli, ancient olive groves and historic towns that take you on a journey from Byzantine to Baroque. And then there are the countless beaches and beach clubs that capture the diversity of this absorbing destination: unspoilt, unpretentious and full of creative flair, where the generosity of the locals is matched by the excellence of its cuisine.
To complete the picture, explore our collection of handpicked villas, and Partner Hotels to fully immerse yourself in the local culture.
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