Our dwellings

After spending my life in the north, about 20 years ago I fell in love with my homeland all over again. The magical red earth of the Monopoli hills, interwoven with the green of centuries-old olive trees, the dark gray of dry-stone walls, and the blinding white of the stones of the Masserie and Trulli, scattered throughout the countryside.

The blue of the sky, always clear and crisp, reflecting in a sea of shifting colours: from aqua green to emerald, all the way to azure and deepest blue. I wanted to return and see the places of my childhood heart through adult eyes.

During a walk, I felt I stopped in front of an abandoned masseria: I had a sudden enlightment. I had to restore it, to revive its ancient splendour. Not just for myself, but to un-veil the ancient beauty of the simple architecture of my Apulian ancestors. That place was calling to me to it.

I longed to revive the breath of the "Genius Loci" it held, with all its enveloping energy, and to share the magic of that place with all the people sensitive to beauty.

This is how the Masseria-Trulli Genius Loci Dimore was born.

Imagine waking up surrounded by the colours and scents of the garden: in the masseria, nature welcomes you and revitalises you in every season, offering its fruits and its hues.

You can stroll through the 8,000 square metre park, enjoy a solitary walk amongst the olive trees, or let yourself be soothed by the coolness of the holm oak grove.

The centuries-old olive groves will guarantee you peace and privacy, allowing you to immerse yourself in a time that stands still.

And if you fancy the sea? Simply follow the 8-kilometre scenic road to find yourself, in just a few minutes, amongst golden beaches and sandy coves nestled amongst the rocks.

Living in this region is a privilege I love to share with my guests. It is a multifaceted area, where you can choose a different experience every day: from the white villages of the Itria Valley to UNESCO World Heritage sites, right through to a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear sea.

As you move between the hills and the countryside, you’ll be immerse in the living history of the Monopoli area. Descending into the old town, you’ll see how the seafaring culture still interacts with the sea today. A peculiarity: our area is a mosaic of around a hundred districts (contrade), stretching from the hills of Alberobello to the coast of Polignano a Mare.