Set amongst a grove of ancient olive trees in the Puglian countryside, this luxury villa in Italy is an architecturally inspired summer retreat combining practical design with subtle touches of luxury.

Designed entirely in white limestone with an abstract oblong shape and geometric lines, the stark architecture of the building is softened by traditional tufa stone walls and the unique indoor-outdoor composition.

The open plan living space includes lounge and dining areas and a fully equipped modern kitchen, with slide-away glass that opens out to the terraces, gardens, and pool, with peaceful uninterrupted rural views. 

Calming colors and ample natural light provide a sense of tranquility. Leading off the living area is a passage lit by shafts of light from the oblong windows from where you'll access the two double bedrooms and bathrooms. Each has a spacious feel with sliding glass doors giving direct access to the pool area from the master and space for up to four guests.

The property has plenty of spots among the olive, fig, almond and lemon trees to find shade, relax on the veranda, and facilities to cook up a storm in the barbecue area. Up a floating stairway is the rooftop terrace; a private sanctuary for sunset dining and night time star gazing.

PERUGIA

Located just outside of the small towns of San Michele Salentino and San Vito dei Normanni at the midpoint of Italy’s heel, the Salento Peninsula region lies between both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas with lovely beaches on either side. 

The port town of Brindisi (and final stop along the famed Appian Way) lies just a half-hour southeast while the stunning baroque city of Lecce, known as the Florence of the South, is within an hour’s drive. The lovely UNESCO port town of Otranto and the Ionian seaside town of Gallipoli are worth a day trip drive. Ostuni, Martina Franca, Alberobello and the Valle d’Itria are all within an hour's driving distance.

LOCATION

Perugia, Italy. Nearest Airport Brindisi (25 min) or Bari (1.5 hr)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through Fall for the best high season weather but the property and area are beautiful year round