An aerial view reveals the full sweep of Masseria Monopoli's whitewashed buildings set among ancient olive groves, with terraced limestone gardens and a freeform pool at the heart of the estate.
A close aerial perspective captures the multi-wing whitewashed architecture of Masseria Monopoli, its formal box-hedged gardens and gravel pathways enclosed by traditional Puglian stone boundary walls.
A row of sunloungers lines the white limestone surround of Masseria Monopoli's expansive freeform infinity pool, with manicured hedging and olive trees framing a view across the Adriatic Sea.
Masseria Monopoli is a nine-bedroom luxury masseria set within fifty hectares of lavender fields and olive groves on the eastern coast of Puglia, approximately twelve minutes from the historic seaside town of Monopoli. The property sleeps eighteen guests across nine en-suite bedrooms spread across the main house, a first-floor wing and a separate pool house, giving large groups both the togetherness of a shared estate and enough space to find privacy. Two private pools anchor the outdoor life: a large, irregularly shaped heatable pool surrounded by sun loungers, and a rooftop pool with a shaded dining pergola above it for dinners under open sky. Inside, the Trajan Dining Room seats twenty, served by a professional kitchen where the resident chef delivers two meals a day, six days a week, including a dedicated pizza night. A private hammam, a chapel, a tennis court, curated running paths crossing the estate's grounds and a kitchen garden producing seasonal ingredients add layers of character that lift this well beyond the standard luxury villa. The estate can accommodate weddings and private events for up to forty guests with its own wedding planner. Booked through CV Villas' ABOVE Collection, the property comes with a dedicated English-speaking concierge, daily housekeeping and a full breakfast service. For large family gatherings, multi-generational groups or friends seeking a self-contained Puglian retreat with professional staffing already in place, Masseria Monopoli delivers the substance to justify its scale.
See the full property →Best time to visit
Summer is the centrepiece of a Puglia holiday, with July and August delivering reliable heat, long days and the region's most energetic coastal atmosphere. June and September offer the same warmth with fewer crowds and better value. Spring brings lavender in bloom across the estate and cooler temperatures ideal for exploring. Winter is mild by northern European standards, quiet and genuinely local in character, though coastal facilities scale back significantly.
01The Architecture
Masseria Monopoli is a traditional Puglian masseria, the region's characteristic fortified farmhouse typology built to manage agricultural estates and provide security in the open countryside. The main building is arranged around a central courtyard, with thick whitewashed stone walls, low-pitched rooflines and the deep-set openings characteristic of southern Italian vernacular construction. A chapel sits within the grounds, reinforcing the estate's…
02The Interior
The interior at Masseria Monopoli follows the masseria tradition of thick walls, cool stone floors and rooms that open outward to terraces and gardens rather than inward to corridors. Each of the nine bedrooms is individually configured: some open directly to the grounds via private external access, one has a direct connection to the hammam, and the first-floor master suite…
03The Outdoor
The main pool is a large, irregularly shaped heatable structure with a gently sloping beach-style entry, surrounded by sun loungers and served by a dedicated pool shower room and WC. A barbecue area sits adjacent to the fully equipped outdoor kitchen near the pool, with a separate pizza oven in the courtyard. On the second floor, the roof terrace adds…
04The Location
Masseria Monopoli sits within fifty hectares of private estate on the eastern Adriatic coast of Puglia, in the Valle d'Itria and coastal zone south of Bari. The seaside town of Monopoli is twelve minutes by car, offering a historic centre, harbour restaurants and a good selection of local shops. Polignano a Mare, one of Puglia's most photographed coastal towns with…
05Ideal For
Masseria Monopoli is built for large groups of eighteen who want professional staffing without the formality of a hotel. Multi-generational families benefit most: young children are served by dedicated facilities and the estate's grounds, while adults have the chef, hammam and tennis court. Groups of friends celebrating a significant occasion, or families considering the estate as a wedding venue for…
Amenities
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dining
Il Frantoio
A working masseria-restaurant south of Ostuni that serves a legendary set menu built entirely from its own organic farm produce. Book well in advance as it fills throughout summer.
50 minutes by car
experience
Trullo and cave dwelling tour, Alberobello and Castellana Grotte
Combine Alberobello's UNESCO trullo village with the cathedral cave system at Castellana Grotte in a single half-day loop. Both are within thirty kilometres of the masseria and work well together.
25 minutes by car
dining
Polignano a Mare old town restaurants
The clifftop old town of Polignano a Mare has a cluster of restaurants overlooking the Adriatic coves below. Arrive before sunset and stay for dinner.
15 minutes by car
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£15,454 / week
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8.0 / 10Key Amenities
- Private Pool
- Steam Room
- Private Chef
- Sea View
- Tennis Court
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