Key Features

400 sqm farmhouse to modernise

Additional building of 60 sqm can be reconstructed

Two floors with a total of 11 rooms

Roof top with panoramic view

1.5 ha land with olive grove and many fruit trees

Prime Valle d'Itria location

Excellent residential neighbourhood 3.5 km from Cisternino, 1 km to a famous Ashram.

Possibility to build a pool (10×4)

Water and electricity

10 km Locorotondo

90 Km Bari

60 Km Brindisi airport

Property description

A fantastic opportunity to modernise a substantial farmhouse of 400 sqm near Cisternino, in the heart of Valle d'itria. The property enjoys a prime location with a large land plot where an additional building of 60 sqm can be reconstructed.

The house is divided into 11 rooms, spread over two levels and with a large panoramic flat roof top. Star vaulted, high ceilings characterise the historic part of the house, which was built in 1890 and extended by two buildings in the 1970s.

In front of the house is a collapsed building of 60 sqm, which can be reconstructed to create a guest annexe. The land is confined by dry-stone walls in need of restoration. The main entrance, which is now on a small road, could be accessed from an even smaller road to which the land of the house borders on.

The beautiful land is 1.5 hectares with more than a dozen olive trees and several fruit trees. It is possible to build a pool (10 x 4 m).

This impressive family residence has it all; a characterful farmhouse in prime location, with substantial living space and large grounds. A fantastic investment opportunity to develop further!

LOCATION

Tastefully restored farmhouses and trulli line the path to this property, located in an exclusive residential area, which is set right in the heart of the well-known Itria Valley. The nearest town is Cisternino, a mere 3.5 km away, also called the „Pearl of the Itria Valley“, thanks to the spectacular landscape with its lush nature in the hills, the trulli and the spontaneous architecture of the farmhouses and the historic centre. Cisternino is a true gem with small cobbled streets, many fine restuarants and shops.

In walking distance from the house the „Apulian Aqueduct“ can be accessed, a 500 km cycling and hiking route that follows the route of two historic aqueduct pipelines. The world-famous Cisternino „Ashram Centre“, only 1 km away, in the middle of an intricate network of sheep paths, dry stone walls and dirt tracks between the farms and trulli scattered throughout the area is a place of peace and meditation.

The hilltop town, Locorotondo, famous for its round historical old town, is within easy reach, only 10 km away. Ostuni is 15 km away. These three towns are some of the best known in Apulia. Nearby is the baroque town of Martina Franca and the Unesco-trulli town Alberobello. The nearest beaches of the Adriatic Sea are only 25 minutes away. Bari airport can be reached in 1h and 15 min; Brindisi airport 50 min.

WHAT MORE TO SEE IN THE AREA

The property has the advantage of being centrally located between areas of interest such as the mile long caves of Castellana; the archaeological excavations of the Roman Egnatia by the Adriatic coast line; the Trullo houses of Alberobello- an UNESCO world heritage site: the medieval town of Oria; the wealthy baroque town of Martina Franca; the Zoo Safari Park of Fasano (lots of fun for children and adults alike); the caves of Polignano a Mare, well known also for its tasty ice-cream; Grottaglie famous for its ceramics and old stone carvings; the famous baroque city of Lecce which is called the Florence of the south.

GETTING THERE

By air there is a choice of two international airports, served by Ryanair, Easyjet , BA and others, Bari in the north (90 km, ca 65 minutes) and Brindisi in the south (58 km - circa 50 minutes). Both cities have ferry traffic to Greece, Albania and Croatia so it's possible to make weekend trips across the Adriatic Sea.

MORE TO SEE IN APULIA

BARI being the Commercial capital city with 250 000 inhabitants' offers the best shopping, a grand opera house, called the Petruzzelli teatro; a large medical city centre with many museums. Just north of Bari lies a little town called GIOVINAZZO a true gem, right by the sea. Further north is MOLFETTA Outlet, a famous shopping galleria and 20 minutes further is TRANI, a sophisticated town with a beautiful half moon bay & marina. Continue north to CASTEL DEL MONTE, which is the mystical castle built by Frederic II in the 14th Century.

Within a 2,5 hour drive to the north lies GARGANO, the peninsula called the spur of the Italian boot. Gargano forms a large nature and wild life Reserve and offers hiking and scenic trips around the peninsula. From here there are daily boat trips to the small TREMITI ISLANDS.

LIFESTYLE AND CULTURE

The Italian lifestyle means many things but especially socializing; the home is used for sleeping and breakfasts, the Italians go out for enjoyments and dining. Based in Laureto there are so much you can experience, like early morning markets in the small towns. music festivals, religious carnivals, the beach life, historical tours in the main towns, cooking classes, learning a bit Italian at language schools, dining at the many country and sea side restaurants, night clubbing at the beach clubs of Capitolo.

SPORTS

As Apulia is a peninsula and surrounded by the two seas- the Adriatic in the north and the Ionic in the south - water sports dominate in the area; sailing, yachting, water skiing, kite surfing swimming & beach life. Golf is available with five good courses and San Domenico is world class (PGA 2014 Challenge Final). Tennis (there is one tennis club just 5 minutes away from the villa in Selva di Fasano) horseback riding, hiking and bicycle tours are other options for the active minded. Squash clubs are located in Bari, Bitonto and other places.

THE WEATHER

Being south, Apulia has warmer weather than Northern Italy and even in the "winter months" of December to February the average number of sun hours per day is 4 and in June-August 10-11 sun hours per day! This means you can enjoy a long season of nice weather in Apulia. When you plan to buy a holiday home in Apulia think of that you will spend a lot more time outside than in the inside compared to at home. Therefore you will need plenty of terrace space, pergolas etc. at your Apulian property and also cooking facilities outside is very practical.

The water temperature in beginning of May is in average 19 degrees, up to 27 degrees in August/September and 19 degrees in November. This means you & family will spend time at the beach. Where ever you are in Apulia you can reach the beaches within 30 minutes!

WHY BUY IN APULIA

Apulia has until recently been called the hidden treasure of Italy, unknown to most tourists who come & stay in Rome, Florence, Venice and at the Italian Riviera. However, all this is rapidly changing because of massive investments in the infrastructure, such as the improved motorways, enlarged airports and the introduction of low cost airlines such as Ryanair and Easyjet. The property prices are low in Apulia and low means value for money at bargain prices for the international buyers. We see more and more foreign visitors coming to Apulia and in our opinion investments will show good growth in value because of the increased demand. Also from north Italians as Apulia has become the most popular holiday destination for Italians. But rest assure, no tourist villages will ever be built because in Apulia the cost line is protected and people are not in favour of modern developments which do not fit into this historical landscape. Therefore, with increased demand for a fixed and limited number of properties prices are bound to rise

WHY BUY FROM CASAPUGLIA?

Firstly we are an English speaking agency based in the middle of Apulia with local experience and can guide you to get the right property at the right price for you.

Secondly we have personally inspected every property that we recommend to buy and do not list hundreds of properties but a smaller selection of properties which we believe offer good value to the buyer. In Apulia many properties are offered at unrealistic prices but we say no to sellers who want us to list properties for sale at silly prices.

We have many years of international property experience, including 10 years in London, and see investments in Apulia through an international perspective. We have been active in several EU property markets and specialise in property management to ensure well maintained property for growth in property value.

We have a comprehensive range of local services:

- acting for the buyer - and not for the seller - by searching the market for the right property, negotiate the price and give advice through the buying process leading to completion of the purchase

- property management; we look after your property when you are away and ensure it is in perfect condition when you arrive. We will prepare a maintenance plan for annual maintenance and repairs of you property, which is essential to maintain and increase the property's value

- project management; we can act as your local representative and manage any renovation or refurbishment. We will also advise on any value added measures which could further enhance the capital growth of your property.

- lettings- we can assist you in the letting of you property and check in your tenants, deposit taking, checking out & inventory control.

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We in team CasaPuglia look forward to hearing from you soon!