Masseria Colosso by BarbarHouse

A traditional Puglian masseria. Think ancient stone walls enclosing olive groves and fragrant pine trees. But with a generously sized swimming pool. Very quiet and peaceful. Close to many delightful restaurants and beaches. Short drive from Santa Maria di Leuca and various other towns if you want to explore. Riccardo is very helpful. We were sad to leave.

The location and the accommodation were beautiful even better than expected, very quiet and immersed in a green pineta that is actually quite rare in Salento. The host was super nice and very helpful and made us feel completely at home. Our kids were in love with the swimming pool that is huge for this kind of structure. We truly had an amazing stay and can’t wait to go back there.

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The host Riccardo was very welcoming and sorted out any problems immediately. The accommodation is exceptional, rustic and traditional, with a spacious living area and large bedrooms. The beds were very comfortable and there was air conditioning in two of the bedrooms. There is a fantastic garden, just a short walk from the accommodation, with a sheltered pool and a large canopy and very comfy sunbeds, which are shared with the other two accommodations on the site. It is a short drive to many beautiful small towns and a great base to explore Apulia.

Loved everything, however you will definitely need a car and a high level of comfort driving (and reversing!) on narrow country roads

Wonderful pool area

One bedroom damp. Kitchen facilities could be upgraded eg glasses and crockery