Ostuni, Puglia
Terra Sessana Country Resort is a quaint rural resort located a couple of miles from the hilltop town of Ostuni in Puglia. Terra Sessana Country Resort gets its name from Latin, which roughly translates as a healthy lifestyle in harmony with the earth. If you prefer to go at a slower pace during your holiday in Ostuni, then this is the place to be, with its romantic and serene atmosphere.
Stay in one of the resort’s four villas. All the properties are unique, each delightfully charming with original features, from stone-vaulted ceilings and 19th century paved flooring to stone archways and traditional alcoves. Each villa is isolated from one another, surrounded by lush lawns and ancient olive groves.
All the villas include fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers and washing machines for a comfortable home-from-home experience. All the villas come with complimentary WIFI and televisions.
A highlight of your stay at Terra Sessana Country Resort is that all the villas boast their own private outdoor swimming pool so you can cool off from the hot Puglian sun and delight in the views of the picturesque valley, Valle d’Itria.
Experience candlelit al fresco dinners on your own secluded covered patio, which feature outdoor dining furniture and outdoor barbecues.
Casa Blu is a five bedroom air conditioned villa that accommodates up to 10 people, with a kitchen, dining room with a fireplace, two lounges, five double bedrooms, a furnished balcony and roof terrace, and five bathrooms, including three en suite bathrooms. This is an ideal place to bring all the family together, with not just one but two covered furnished patios, outdoor lounge area and bar. There’s also a spa room that features a relaxing jacuzzi and Turkish bath.
Villa is a three bedroom air conditioned villa that accommodates up to five people, with a living room, a kitchen, two double bedrooms, one single bedroom, a single WC, and two bathrooms (one en suite and a main bathroom featuring a bathtub. The Villa has a separate laundry room for its washing machine. In addition to the barbecue, there’s a stone oven at this property where you can cook your own wood-fired pizzas.
Trulli is a delightful 19 century two bedroom trullo, which boasts the characteristic conical roof typical of this region and features two double bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and two double bathrooms.
Lamia is a one bedroom air conditioned villa accommodating up to four people, but is best used as a couples’ retreat where you can relax and rejuvenate in peace. This property has one double bedroom, a bathroom with a bathtub, and an open plan kitchen-lounge area that includes two sofa-beds for extra guests.
If you are looking for hands-on cultural experiences then the local owners will be happy to suggest interesting activities, including learning the secrets of Italian cuisine with hands-on pasta and jam making sessions during your stay at Terra Sessana Country Resort.
Minimum stay 7 nights and arrivals only on a Saturday during July and August.
Enjoy typical Apulian cuisine made with passion and fresh ingredients, showcasing the best of the region at Terra Food Country Restaurant. Traditional cooking courses are also available on request, allowing you to make delicious local dishes.
Max 4 adults
The name “lamia” refers to a traditional stone building in the Puglia region. The Lamia at Terra Sessana has been converted into a refined one-bedroom villa, with original stone-vaulted ceilings and 19th century paved flooring.
50 m²
Max 4 adults
Set in its own private garden, this delightful 19 century trullo house has been charmingly restored to offer comfort and tranquillity. All the original architectural features have been preserved, including characteristic stone archways and traditional alcoves. The house consists of two double bedrooms with en suite shower rooms, lounge/ dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen with dish-washer and washing machine. From the garden with private swimming pool guests can enjoy a lovely view of the surrounding Puglian countryside.
60 m²
Max 5 adults
80 m²
Max 10 adults
Dating from the eighteenth century, the “Blue House” was once the holiday home of a rich family from Ostuni. It has been carefully restored preserving it’s original appearance, using traditional materials. Guests will find egant and comfortable furnishings, charming vaulted stone ceilings, ancient floors and antique furniture. The exclusive use of the pool, relaxation areas and a spa with turkish bath make it the perfect destination for a relaxing and charming holiday in the Puglian countryside.
The Casa Blu is 250 square meters split on two levels. It boasts 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms (3 of which are en-suite), dining room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, large living room, sitting room with fireplace. Spa and turkish bath, a romantic stone balcony which leads onto a spacious terrace with a wonderful view of the valley. There are two patio areas with bar, tables, lounge area and poolside relaxation.200 m²