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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Martina Franca, Puglia
  • Ducal Palace
    9 min drive
  • Tenuta Santoro
    3 min drive
  • Ostuni Station
    31 min drive
  • Brindisi (BDS-Papola Casale)
    48 min drive

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About the area

Martina Franca

Seaside stay .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Martina Franca villa, you'll find Ducal Palace and Basilica di San Martino. Church of San Domenico and Church of Carmine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ducal Palace - 9 min drive
  • Basilica di San Martino - 9 min drive
  • Ostuni Cathedral - 20 min drive
  • The Trulli of Alberobello - 25 min drive
  • Zoosafari - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Francavilla Fontana Station - 25 min drive
  • Papola Casale Airport (BDS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Tonia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Al Vecchio Fornello - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cin Cin Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Giardini 36 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar Fod - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Excl Five Acres Villa, Trulli & Gorgeous 12x6 Pool - AC -WiFi - Valle d'Itria



Villa Sophia Helena is all about privacy, comfort and sheer hedonism. 10% discount on two weeks stays.
100 Mega internet & Sky-TV. AC in the bedrooms. Parking for up to six cars.

The house & guest house sit amidst five acres of rolling grounds immersed in lush mediterranean vegetation. Seven kms from baroque Martina Franca, 14 kms from Locorotondo, 17 kms from Ostuni and 8 kms from Cisternino and Ceglie Messapica. Brindisi's Aeroporto del Salento is 55 kms away while Bari International Airport is one hour from the property.
Adriatic & Ionian sea beaches 20 kms away. Savelletri, Torre Canne, Monopoli.
Matera, europe´s cultural capital in 2019/2020 is one hour from the house. Lecce about 80 kms.
Golf courses, horseback riding, fishing, watersports, boat rental nearby.

The pool, suntanning beds and lounge chairs are in a very private section of the property surrounded by tall cypress trees and typical "macchia mediterranea" vegetation.

The property offers guests different "situations" to sit back and enjoy. A barbecue area in the front courtyard, an exuberant natural pergola just outside the kitchen / dining area with a table for 12 to enjoy your meals, two terraces on the roof of the main house from which open views of the surrounding landscape and drinks at sunset can be enjoyed.

At the head of the pool you'll find a gazebo. Wooden benches are to be found throughout the two-hectare grounds to sit and relax.

The main house consists of one master bedroom (AC) with ensuite bath, two "Trulli" bedrooms (Sophia's Trullo (AC) and Trullino) in typical pugliese white stone, a second bathroom, a spacious fully-equipped open kitchen adjacent to the dining room and a cozy living area / library / TV with a wood burning stove.

The studio house can accommodate up to four guests (double bed + double sofa bed) and it has its own bathroom and breakfast area. AC.

Amenities include: Internet-WiFi, Cable TV, DVD, Air conditioning, ceiling fans, washing machine (in the laundry house), dishwasher, microwave oven, two refrigerators, toaster, kettle, Nespresso.

The pool is cleaned and ph controlled twice weekly. Maid service once weekly. Linen and bath / pool towels once weekly unless otherwise requested.

Private chef, cooking classes, wine and/or olive oil tastings, yoga classes, coiffeur can all be arranged at the property.

Children and four-legged companions are welcome at Villa Sophia Helena.

Property manager

Villa Sophia Helena in Valle d'Itria

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: When smoking outdoors kindly pick up ext butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1722 sq ft (160 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Upon previous written consent.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note pool is fenced only on three sides.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA07301391000043612, IT073013C200087405

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed USD 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle Villa
Gorgeous Country Estate Heart Puglia's Golden Triangle
Gorgeous Country Estate in the Heart of Puglia's Golden Triangle

Excl Five Acres Villa, Trulli & Gorgeous 12x6 Pool - AC -WiFi - Valle d'Itria Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat in the heat!
Casa Giancone was fabulously comfortable and well-equipped and we loved our week in the Puglian sunshine! The large pool, with plenty of shady seating around it, was perfect in the current heatwave, and we loved the location away from, but close by to, several pretty towns (and tasty gelaterias!). Just bring some mosquito repellent in summer. Alex was a very attentive host - thank you! The house has lots of leaflets from local attractions but our only suggestion that would make exploring the area and eating out easier would be to provide a brief list of recommended places. Having said this, Alex was really happy to text me lots of info, and details of the local supermarket etc. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
DO NOT HESITATE!
An elegant oasis with character well positioned in the Valle d'Itria. Alex did everything he could to make our stay special. The house was wonderful with a gorgeous large pool. So much to see and explore in the area. Do not hesitate to stay at Giancone Estate!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ian b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa of dreams
Great location Very friendly and helpful local people who assist those not up to speed with Italian. Manager and staff exceptional We felt looked after. And if I had a question about local culture it was answered quickly and with detail. So we caught the annual piano festival in Martina Franca. Cleanliness and facilities excellent Grounds which are manicured offer fabulous fruit trees for breakfasts and snacks and herbs for cooking. Kitchen fully fitted and an outdoor BBQ. Use tbe wood from the grounds. Much tastier cooking results than charcoal. Open plan space allows comfort for all guests. Pool is clean and managed every 3 or 4 days whether it needs it or not. Security is 💯 Actually myself and all my companions have only positive things to say about our stay. We are sad to leave. Wish it had been longer. Ian
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property with an amazing pool - perfect for 2 x young families of 4
We had an incredible 10 days at Giancone Estate. The property and grounds are beautiful and peaceful, and the pool is stunning. Sunset from the roof terrace is magical too. The house is very well equipped, especially the kitchen (which seems to have everything you could ever want!). There was plenty of space inside and out for all of us (4 adults, 4 kids) and the aircon and fans kept the space mostly cool (the Trullo rooms can get a little warm, but we and the kids found it perfectly manageable). We had a pasta-making lesson from Lucrezia which the kids loved. Alex is the most communicative and responsive property owner of any private accommodation we have stayed with anywhere in the world! Martina was so helpful too. As other reviews have mentioned, you will need a lot of mosquito spray! And we had to stock up on bottled water, but we didn't have problems with a smell. You definitely need a car too, but the location is great for accessing most of the region's small/medium towns (most of which have good markets one day a week). All in all, a memorable stay, highly recommended.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

oonagh a., Hampshire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of seven
Charming property with comfortable beds, nice pool and plenty of space for our family of 7 adults. Some issues with the water supply having an unpleasant odour which they did try to fix, but that may just be a local issue. The property is well located for easy drive to the four towns of the province. The owners sent us lots of helpful info before our arrival and Martina was very welcoming. We had Lucretia cook for us one evening and that was worth doing as her food was delicious. We had a good stay but would definitely recommend that guests have mosquito repellant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jo S., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in puglia- beautiful home, let down by details- AC inadequate!
We loved the charm of Alex and Claren's property, which was tastefully done, with the rustic trulli and set in pretty grounds. Unfortunately, our stay was marred by several things. We are used to the heat of Southern Italy and had intentionally picked a home advertised with AC. Unfortunately, we did not read the small print and in the main house, there was only AC in one bedroom. The house was stifling in the 100F/36C heat and our kids really struggled to sleep in their rooms. Just know that the whole home is not air-conditioned. In addition, the kitchen was cramped with dishes and pans stacked high on eachotehr and hard to access. It was also very hard to cook as their induction burner only gets hot on one burner at a time! When I questioned this, Alex told me it was always that way...very hard to cater for a larger family in this kitchen. Also- the water in the taps in not drinkable, so you have to buy bottled water for drinking, tea, coffee, ice making etc. Magnificent pool - this was definitely a high point. Stunning countryside and we loved the Val d'atria. Great property manager who could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

elisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat with pool
Our family enjoyed our time here immensely. The house was characterful and the pool was perfect for refreshing in after visiting beautiful local towns.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kalle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We were 8 friends staying in the house for one week beginning of July. This is a very nice house with a lot of seating areas outside, nice kitchen and of course the nice pool which is big enough for daily exercise. We did a few trips to the west coast and Ostuni which is beautiful but we all agreed the house was the best part of the trip. Good to know is there are no taxis or Uber around so you definitely need to rent your own car, you can also get help with shuttle when going for dinner nearby (this was quite expensive but works if you’re a big group). The restaurants we were recommended inside Martina Franca were great (specially the pizza) and we also found a good big grocery store with Italien speciality’s. Please note all stores and most restaurants are closed between 2-5pm. Everyone managing the property and the owners were super friendly and helpful in every way. Overall we had a great stay and we very much recommend this to everyone who is interested in exploring Puglia. Ciao!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bithday celebration
We rented the villa for a family birthday celebration and it was everything we wanted. Spacious, comfortable, well equipped and with the most beautiful pool. There is good local shopping in Martina Franca and it is easy to get to the attractive hilltop villages with their historic centres and good restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful setting
This is a great property, beautiful setting, charming and well appointed villa. Pool is spectacular and the shaded area is perfect for breakfast and other meals. The guest house is a plus.Everyone was extremely helpful and and I highly recommend it. We would gladly relturn.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Charming estate in beautiful surroundings
The house and estate are wonderful, and perfectly situated to explore the surrounding countryside and towns. My family had a lovely, relaxing time, and we were made to feel very welcome by Alex and his local team. This is our first visit to this area, and we will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

irene k.

Home away from home
Located at the heart of Puglia the house is immersed in a lush of Mediterranean flora which evokes a rich an intimate sense of arrival when entering the parkway. Collen and Antonela were already expecting us with local appetizers to ease our journey and give us a warm welcome. The house is exactly what we looked for , celebrating simple sophistication with every amenity in the right place to accommodate our entire family of 8. Owing to the house unique interior layout and ample exterior living spaces, moving from a state of privacy to a communal gathering contributed immensely to the quality of our stay. The house rooms are pumpering and spacious with ample light and natural ventilation. The linen quality worths mentioning and it feels like nothing escaped the owner’s eyes when thinking about his guests. We ordered a daily cleaning service which proved to be efficient and effective while for our first and last day we asked for a private chef to cook dinner for us. Lucrezia , our chef, endulged us with local culinary delights exploring dishes from Land to Sea. These evenings under Lucrezia’s hands and soul were unforgettable. We already miss her. This is without doubt, a place to come back to . At the end of the day coming back home always feels great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Lovely house and grounds in the Puglia countryside
We very much enjoyed our stay at Giancone Estate, outside Martina Franca. The house was set up well, with everything we needed for our vacation. The bedrooms in the trullo are cool and there is welcome aircon in the other bedrooms. We had a couple of bbq's on the built-in bbq, eating our meal in the courtyard area, and we liked having a choice of places to eat over our stay. The pool is larger than normal and is a super area for relaxation and play. Everything is clean and well equipped, so we couldn't recommend the house more highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jet S., Voorburg, Holland

lovely place set in beautiful surroundings
In Trulli-land you will find no beter place to stay : the house is spacious, nicely decorated, the kitchen well equipped. You can sit outside and dine, near the kitchen or near the BBQ or somewhere else in the big garden. Beautiful swimmingpool with enough shade when it's too hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Amazing - best place we have been to
Alex and Claren are kind, generous and thoughtful people. The management of their place is extremely professional and we were blown away by the generous welcome pack and how well we were shown around. The place is total bargain and is one of the most amazing places we have stayed Back in a heartbeat

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 weeks of bliss
We had a wonderful 3 week stay in this gorgeous villa, with a variety of friends and family staying with us for the holiday. The villa is exceptional and owners Alex and Claren made sure absolutely everything was taken care of. From the bi-weekly cleaning of the pool to the weekly house cleaning and the regular communication by WhatsApp offering us help and tips for our stay in Puglia. Nothing was overlooked and even when small issues arise, they were dealt with promptly and painlessly. I cannot recommend this house highly enough and very much look forward to our family visiting again. Thank you Alex, Claren and team for a wonderful holiday
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sabine c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay !
We spent 2 weeks in Claren & Alex house in the blowing Itria Valley. The house in great and extremely well located, close to the typical villages of Puglia. The garden and the great pool were very appreciated by us and our teenagers. The house is nicely decorated and very well equipped. We loved our stay, and the advices both from Alex and Antonio the property managers were extremely useful. Big thank you ! Sabine & Thomas
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a very pleasant stay at Giancone Puglia Estate. The house is fantastic, very well equipped and provided enough space to host a big group of 5 adults and 2 children. The multiple terraces, the beautiful garden and pool area offer many options to sit down, relax and eat. The house is well located and lots of nice places are easily reached by car. The hosts and the housekeepers were amazing and communication was easy: they provided a great variety of recommendations and information. We felt very welcomed and well supported during our stay. We can definitely recommend the chef, amazing food! We highly recommend this estate for a stay in Puglia. Thanks a lot.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Il posto giusto per vacanze da sogno
La posizone é ottima per esplorare le bellezze della Valle d'Itria, ma anche per concedersi qualche trasferta al mare. La proprietà é gestita in loco da persone molto cordiali e disponibili che ci hanno dato molti consiglinutili, ed il proprietario stesso é sempre un punto di riferimento anche a distanza. Siamo stati accolti da un caloroso benvenuto e ci siamo subito sentiti "a casa"! La proprietà è molto bella e gli spazi sono piacevoli, da segnalare solamente le dimensioni di una delle camere particolarmente contenute e l'aria condizionata non disponibile in tutte le aree della casa, ma ventilatori a disposizione. L'area della piscina ed il giardino sono la cornice perfetta per collezionare momenti e ricordi meravigliosi. L'acqua nella cisterna viene controllata e rifornita. Nel complesso la valutazione è molto buona, consiglio il soggiorno in questo paradiso!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un luogo magico
Una villa molto accogliente e ben organizzata., perfetta. in una posizione strategica per visitare i più interessanti luoghi della Puglia.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Flavia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soggiorno PERFETTO
Mi ero innamorata della valle d’Itria lo scorso anno e ho deciso di tornare con mio marito e degli amici e la nostra vacanza nella splendida villa di Alex è stata perfetta! La casa è curata nei minimi particolari, elegante e sobria, gli spazi all’aperto, il parco, la piscina meravigliosi. Sono innamorata di Martina Franca, Ceglie, locorotondo, posti vicinissimi da raggiungere. Grazie ad Alex e ai manager che gestiscono la sua casa. Torneremo! Flavia
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
prachtig landgoed, rustig gelegen, prima privacy, goed gelegen als uitvalsbasis voor verschillende interessante bestemmingen. minder: een spiegel aan de uitgang, naar de openbare weg , zodat je een beter zicht hebt op het aankomend verkeer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Magnus L.

Great location, nice buildings, some practical issues
We stayed at the property for 10 days in the end of september. The location is great, centered in puglia with all you need within reasonable distance. The buildings are nice, especially the old trulli part. The pool is beutiful but starts to get cold in the end of september. When the air is medium hot, 25-30 degrees, there are annoying mosquitos, especially noticeable when using the pool. The power went out twice due to a main fuse switching off, the property manager quickly guided us to the fuse box and it was sorted out. One evening we ran out of water, once again the property manager was great help and we had water again the next morning, but with 4 kids and 6 adults even a shorter period without water is annoying. An alarm to draw attention to low water level would be an easy fix. All in all, this is a good property, but some technical arrangements could make it great.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gunther L., Schweiz

Wonderful holiday at Puglia country house
We, a family of 5 enjoyed very much our stay at this nice house. We were very impressed about the large size of the property and the surrounding garden including the fig trees (yummy taste), and the huge pool. From the first contact with the owner Alex and Colleen and Antonella from the agency everything was very friendly, well prepared and reliable. Thanks to Antonella for organizing tickets for the Valle d`Itria Festival, which was overwhelming. We warmly thanks Lucrezia for the great Puglia dinner provided at the house, which we can strongly recommend. Also many thanks for the exquisite wellcome package by Alex on arrival. The location of the property in the Valle d`Ittria is very attractive to visit the many picturesque little towns nearby like Martina Franka, Locorotondo, Cisternino, Ostuni and Alberobello, great for strolling, for dinner and local athmosphere. The house and pool area is ideal for relaxing. Having a car is necessary to get around. Beaches around Torre Canne and Torre Guaceto are great.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M., Wien

Wunderbare Zeit in Puglia
Wir hatten eine wundervolle Zeit in Puglia. Alex der Vermieter hat uns toll unterstützt und die Objektbetreuung und die Unterstützung vorort war unkompliziert und perfekt! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017