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Built Constructed in the 1800's, Masseria
Rosa is a beautiful example of a masseria (farmhouse)
particular to this region. It is set amongst olive groves,
cherry orchards, other fruit trees and vegetable gardens. It
has a large 'aia', which is a stone threshing floor, now a
place to sit and enjoy the scenery. There is also a barbecue
area. Within the masseria there are Trullo apartments and
others with stone vaulted ceilings. All have been renovated
and restored in the old traditional way by stonemasons
called 'trullari', but offering all the comfort of modern
living.
Each apartment is elegantly furnished,
someoffering up to 5/6 beds, well appointed bathroom and
kitchen corner. Included: all crockery and cutlery, bathroom
towels and bed linen.There is also a 21" television, central
heating, fridge-bar, alarm system and telephone.
Other services include: Lunch or dinner can
be booked for you at a restaurant 400 mt from the masseria,
where local produce and dishes, typical to the area, can be
enjoyed, such as: lamb involtini 'gnumred suffuchet',
cheeses and cured meats from the Itria Valley, the famous
orecchiette (little ears of pasta!) and many other dishes.
The olive oil from Masseria Rosa may be
purchased, and other local products. In June, when the
cherries are ripe, you will be able to 'pick your own'.
At the request of the guests, entertainment
can be arranged where dancing, traditional and modern music
can be enjoyed on the aia. Mountain bikes may be hired and
local excursions arranged if required. There are several
organised excursions available, giving an opportunity to see
some of the ancient trulli, the magnificent Baroque
buildings within the Itria Valley, the unspoilt coast and
even a gastronomic tour!
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