Essential Italy

Il Palmento makes up its own delightful little hamlet of 30 trulli – the typical coned roofs found only in Puglia. The styishly restored complex is now dazzlingly white making a fantastic impact against the beautiful scenery and blue Pugliese sky. Located in the heart of the famous Valle d’Itria, the rolling hills are covered with impressive vineyards producing some of the most delicious local wines, imposing weathered olive trees with fat black fruit and winding stone walls that criss-cross over the fields.

The restoration of Il Palmento has been completed in the best of taste and all the suites are elegant, comfortable and have self-catering facilities enabling you to cater for your children at meal times, prepare a cup of tea whenever you like or just make use of the fridge by keeping a supply of wine chilled for all occasions! Iron bedsteads, pretty cotton furnishings, solid wooden furniture have all been chosen with much care making it a perfect destination for families, friends and couples alike.

Beautifully groomed gardens surround the buildings and pathways lead from the trulli around the grounds. The two fantastic swimming pools are set out on a large terrace with plenty of space for sunbathing or sleeping on one of the many sunbeds. The two pools are completely separate making it easy to either do a few lengths or play with your children without disturbing any of the other guests.

A charming restaurant is open all year serving a tasty selection of local fare including many locally grown vegetable dishes cooked with the best extra virgin olive oil and served with home baked bread. A Club House bar is situated in the old grape pressing trullo – a great place to sample some of the local favourites and reception is hosted by friendly staff that are ready to help you enjoy your holiday in Puglia from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.