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Masseria della Croce
Charm, tradition, cosiness, italian homelands…our recipe for the perfect vacation. 4
Charme
The charm and beauty of the masseria manor, of its surroundings, elegant decor, and incredible indoor and outdoor spaces... 5
La Masseria della Croce is a classic abode of refined elegance immersed in quiet nature, 15 minutes from the sea and right near all local landmarks like Murgia dei Trulli, Valle d’Itria and Salento. The Masseria manor enjoys a spacious parlor with warm fireplace, living room, study, dining room, full kitchen, four suites and four baths. All rooms overlook the courtyard that enjoys furnished outside areas, beautifully landscaped gardens and a marvelous heated swimming pool.
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THE CENTRAL PARLOR The central parlor with lounge aside the fireplace is the most exquisite place to find yourself in the home to chat over wine with company. The piano will delight your evenings and will take you by hand to a relaxing and warm setting. LIVING ROOM If you are looking for a private corner where you can read a delectable book or listen to magnificent music, the living room with the smoldering fireplace is the ideal place.
KITCHEN AND DINING ROOM Find yourself around the table carried away by magical pugliese tastes. SUITE La Masseria della Croce includes four suites – one with jacuzzi – tastefully decorated and equipped every possible comfort, even in the details. THE COURTYARD The central courtyard, accented by an old well and barbecue, covered by the
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portico, is a space to be relished in every season of the year. THE GARDEN The colors of the garden frame the white manor home. The holly oaks and century-old olive trees with their silver-dipped leaves, the orchard, the grape vines which lie over the arbor, delicate Monet meadow grass and dry stone walls make the garden of Masseria della Croce a divinely charming space to be savored.
Tradition
The story of Masseria della Croce was inspired by the magic of the people who built it and lived it. 8
The ďŹ rst settlements date back to the seventeenth-century making the Masseria della Croce far from the opulence of the masseria villas of the architecture of the subsequent centuries. The history of this place through the centuries remembers the Knights of Malta who stayed here and before them the Benedictine monks.
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Serena and Alberto, the keepers of this home, will welcome you to the Masseria della Croce, a place which they love and would like to leave to you. Upon your arrival you will see in their eyes the adoration of the perfumes and splendid colors of the estate. In their every-day lives, Serena e Alberto work in fashion and their customary attention to details and elegance is found in every angle of the grounds. From 2014, the beauty of the property can now be yours.
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Cosiness
Being at the edge of the pool is like a spiritual retreat, far from everything and everyone, in a secluded and exclusive setting, where the warmth of the lights and pool will take you away. 11
An oasis of tranquility and peace where you can appreciate the hot sun of Puglia. The heated pool, surrounded by pale stone tiles and the green meadow, like a fairy tale is to be enjoyed even through spring and autumn time. In the pool area you will ďŹ nd an original wood-ďŹ red oven where exquisite italian recipes may be cooked to perfection, ideal for organizing beautiful banquets.
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With an absolute attention to service, at the Masseria every desire comes true. It is the ideal retreat where you will ďŹ nally ďŹ nd your harmony and well-being. In the backyard of the pool lays a blissful relaxation area with Finnish sauna and outdoor massage beds. On the grounds of the Masseria you can delight in badminton, ping pong, archery, ďŹ twalking, jogging. Upon request: private butler, personal chef, cooking courses, baby-sitting service, dry-cleaning service, daily room service, personal driver, boat and auto rentals, massages and of course personal trainer. 13
italian homelands
The characteristic lands in which lay the Masseria is distinctively rich and captivating. Unforgettable beauty and delights await you. 14
According to the National Geographic and Lonely Planet, Puglia is one of the most beautiful regions of the world. Puglia is a land which offers unique experiences year round. As they say: “Puglia is radiant in the summer, captivating in the spring, sublime in the autumn and cosy in the winter�. A region which knows how to be warm and welcoming, to amaze and to fascinate like few others.
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La Masseria is situated in the heart of Puglia from where it is possible easily reach many of the most beloved Italian hamlets: Alberobello (5 minutes away), Polignano a mare (10 mins), Ostuni (40 mins), Matera (50 mins), Otranto (a 90 mins) and Gallipoli (a 90 mins).
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Golf
Imagine playing 18 holes surrounded by olive trees and the sea, dry stone walls and the abounding countryside. In Puglia it’s possible. At a short distance from the manor you will ďŹ nd our golf courses immersed in a frame of surreal beauty. 17
BARi Golf Club / Casamassima
Polignano a Mare Golf Club / Savelletri
ADRiATiC SEA
Golf Club / Savelletri
Masseria della Croce
Alberobello Ostuni Matera BRiNDiSi Golf Club / Castellaneta
TARANTO LECCE
Golf Club / Acaia
iONiAN SEA Otranto Gallipoli
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Masseria della Croce is in the center of a region rich with places to see. It is conveniently located and the ideal home base for really living and discovering Puglia. 18
CONTACTS Local Alberobello / Putignano (BA) - Italy T. +39 3408410649 Executive Via Vincenzo Monti, n째44 Milano - Italy T. +39 3452153051 www.masseriadellacroce.it info@masseriadellacroce.it reservation@masseriadellacroce.it