€219,000 plus Italian VAT (IVA) and buyer's costs
Situated on a delightful elevated plot of land about 1.25 acres (5000 sq.m) in extent, the House on the Hill is less than 10 minutes drive from each of the charming old towns of Ceglie Messapica and Ostuni (the famous ‘White City’). It is about 13 km from the nearest beach, and both the Adriatic and Ionian coasts are easily accessible. The property is a traditional lamia (trullo with truncated cones) which has been sympathetically renovated and extended, fully in keeping with the original building, by our local builder Vincenzo who has a wealth of experience in renovating traditional Puglian properties.
The location is simply stunning: on the side of a hill looking down over the valley and up towards Ostuni on the skyline, with a glimpse of the Adriatic in the distance. A large sun terrace on three sides of the building, accessed by both the main entrance and the kitchen door, takes full advantage of the tremendous view and provides outdoor living/eating space usable most of the year round.
The property is accessed from a quiet country lane off the Ostuni-Ceglie road by a sweeping driveway up to a parking area at one side.
In common with this type of traditional property, the walls are very thick, which limits living space. However, Vincenzo has skilfully maximised the useful space to provide full two double bedroomed accommodation with a modern kitchen and attractive living room having a traditional alcove off it as well as an original fireplace. The bedrooms, although under circular cones, are rectangular in floor plan for ease of furnishing.
The property will appeal to those who want a traditional Puglian trullo/lamia but require a modern high standard of fittings as well as spectacular views.
