ITALIAN countryside house FOR RENT
Experience the Slower Side of Puglia…
A peaceful countryside stay surrounded by olive groves, fruit trees, and the timeless beauty of Cisternino.
Escape to Villetta Uliveto — a relaxed, family-run retreat in the heart of the Valle d’Itria, perfectly placed for exploring the whitewashed hilltop towns, Adriatic beaches, countryside restaurants, and winding backroads that make Puglia unforgettable.
Spend your days wandering local morning markets, swimming at nearby beach clubs, discovering hidden trattorias for long lunches, enjoying slow evenings under the stars, or simply soaking up the slower rhythm of southern Italy.
Your home among the olive trees…
Villetta Uliveto is a welcoming two-bedroom countryside house sleeping up to five guests in up to five beds, designed for couples, families, and friends looking to experience authentic Puglia at a gentler pace.
Expect peaceful mornings, rustic charm, fresh fruit from the garden, and easy access to some of southern Italy’s most beautiful towns and beaches.
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Everything You Need for a Relaxed Puglian Escape
Spacious Outdoor Veranda
Shaded during the warmest part of the day and glowing with evening sunshine, the veranda is made for slow breakfasts, long dinners, and relaxed aperitivos overlooking the olive groves.
Flexible Sleeping for Families & Friends
With the option of super king or single bed configurations, Villetta Uliveto easily adapts for couples, families, or groups of friends travelling together.
Rustic Grounds Filled with Fruit Trees
Pick fresh figs, cherries, lemons, grapes, almonds, and pomegranates straight from the grounds depending on the season — a true taste of rural Puglia.
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Cook with local market ingredients in a practical, comfortable kitchen complete with oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge freezer, and everything needed for relaxed holiday meals.
Peaceful Yet Perfectly Connected
Enjoy countryside tranquillity while staying just a gentle 15-minute walk from the centre of Cisternino and within easy reach of beaches, historic towns, and local markets across Puglia.
What our guests are saying…
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Such a peaceful place!
“We had a lovely stay at Villetta Uliveto. It was so peaceful waking up surrounded by olive trees and countryside. It was so quiet, occasionally you hear the local animals, the occasional donkey or cockerel in the distance — exactly the kind of quiet we were looking for. It was also a great base for exploring Puglia.”
Lisa R.
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Great location for exploring!
“We really enjoyed our time at Villetta Uliveto. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed, and we loved coming back after a day out exploring. The beach is only a short drive away and there are so many beautiful places to visit nearby. Would happily stay again.”
Tom S.
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A relaxing Puglia stay!
“Villetta Uliveto was the perfect place for our Puglia trip. We spent our days visiting different towns and beaches, then came back to a quiet countryside setting in the evening, but with Cisternino town a couple of minutes away if we fancied something livelier. A really comfortable stay in a beautiful part of Puglia.”
Sophie & James
Meet your hosts - Franco & Juliette
Our home offers guests a peaceful and authentic stay surrounded by olive groves, fruit trees, and generations of family history in the heart of Puglia.
Franco’s family has lived in Cisternino and nearby Ceglie Messapica for generations. His mother’s family farmed many of the local olive groves, and the land where Villetta Uliveto now sits was gifted to his mother by her parents as a wedding present. The house itself was built by Franco’s parents (and a very young Franco) with the help of family members — many of whom still live nearby today.
The land remains wonderfully rustic and full of life. Across the property you’ll find olive trees, grapes, lemons, cherries, almonds, chestnuts, pomegranates, prickly pears, and more than fourteen varieties of figs, all of which guests are encouraged to enjoy during their stay. Every October, the olives are still harvested and turned into olive oil, continuing a tradition that has shaped this landscape for generations.
Originally built as a family holiday home, Villetta Uliveto has always been a place for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life in Puglia. We are delighted to now share it with guests looking for a more authentic and peaceful experience of the region.
Discover the Heart of the Valle d’Itria
Nestled on the edge of Cisternino town where the countryside starts, Villetta Uliveto is perfectly positioned for exploring the whitewashed towns, Adriatic beaches, countryside restaurants, and winding backroads that make Puglia unforgettable. Spend your days wandering local markets, swimming at nearby beach clubs, discovering hidden trattorias, or simply soaking up the slower rhythm of southern Italy.
Your Puglian Escape Starts Here
Experience the charm of Puglia from the comfort of Villetta Uliveto — a peaceful haven designed for slow mornings, relaxed afternoons, and authentic moments in one of Italy’s most captivating regions.