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Gargano National Park Foresta Umbra (Forest of Shadows)
Kilometres of coastline with ancient villages
Food - Gargano and Southern Italian
San Giovani Rotundo - Shrine to recently beatified Padre Pio
Ancient burial sites
Trabucco (ancient fishing structures) and Saracen look-out towers
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Part of the elegant Villa Oleandro, La Casa Lavanda offers exclusive self-catering accommodation. Light and airy the apartment has a large fully-fitted kitchen, charming double bedroom, excellent shower room and a comfortable living room with a double sofa bed. For out of season visitors there is a wood burning stove to keep you warm and if it gets really cold the central heating will do the rest. Furnished and equipped to a very high standard, it is very comfortable for 2 but can sleep upto 4.
The accommodation provides ample outside living space on three large terraces.
The Grass Terrace fronts the house and has a private area for our guests to sunbathe, a permanent marble-topped table for dining that in high summer enjoys sun at breakfast, shade until late afternoon when the sun returns with the full warmth of the sunset in the evening and of course there is a barbecue.
Stairs from the Grass Terrace lead to the Sun Terrace with further space for dining & sunbathing and steps from the Sun Terrace lead onto the Pool Terrace. We do not have a permanent pool yet (bureacracy problem!), but in summer we have a splash pool to cool down in. To the side of the Pool Terrace is an informal terrace where we like to play Bocce (Boules or Petanque).
The property is at 100 metres above sea-level and about 2km from the beautiful bay of Calenella. Set in 4 hectares of olive and woodland we have uninterrupted views to the Adriatic. Shops markets & restaurants can be found in nearby Vico del Gargano, Rodi Gargano, Peschici and along the vast coastline.
Villa Oleandro is called a toretta (a little castle) by many locals because of its prominent position overlooking the valley that passes from the Foresta Umbra down to the Bay of Calenella.
We farm 280 olive trees producing Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Villa Oleandro is surrounded by a sea of olive trees and pine woods.
Notes on price:
Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
We require a 25% advance payment with booking. Balance to be paid by arrangement.
Prices include heating (wood burner and central heating) in unseasonal weather, electric, hot water and gas for cooking.
We will also provide you with a food & drink hamper on arrival and you will NOT need to buy incidental cooking items such as olive oil, vineager, salt, pepper and so on - these will be provided.
Accommodation
HEG600
Type
Description
Bedrooms:
The lovely bedroom, decorated to recall it's former use, is located in the old stable inside the original Villa Oleandro.
An unusual canopy created using an old ladder once used in our very own olive groves crowns the bed.
The beautiful vaulted ceiling, 4 metres high, is fitted with a ceiling fan and a further freestanding fan is also provided for your comfort.
Bathrooms:
The excellent shower room boasts a wonderfully spacious shower (excellent water pressure), wash basin, bidet and toilet. There is a shaver point and a hairdryer is also provided.
Bathroom towels are provided, as are bed linen and tea towels for the kitchen. Beach towels can be supplied on request.
Kitchen:
The modern bright kitchen is equipped with gas hob, electric oven, extractor fan, microwave oven, refrigerator, mini food processor, toaster, kettle, washing machine, iron, dining table and chairs (6), as well as a plentiful supply of crockery, cutlery, glassware and even a selection of cookery books. In fact, everything you might need to create your very own Italian feasts.
The kitchen door opens onto an enclosed secluded stone courtyard which enjoys morning sunshine.
Living Rooms:
The comfortable living room has beautiful picture-window doors that open onto the upper terrace with its all-day sunshine and fabulous views over the olive filled valley down to the Adriatic Sea at Calenella Bay.
The TV, DVD and stereo CD players provide all the away-from-home entertainment you may need. If not a selection of games (e.g. chess, draughts, back-gammon, dominoes, jigsaws) and a few books are provided. There is also a small sewing kit for those holiday tailoring emergencies.
Ample storage ensure that you have plenty of space into which to unpack your belongings, with no shortage of cloths hangers in the wardrobe.
The sofa opens into a comfortable double bed with the simplest and lightest of mechanisms.
Cleaning/towels/linen/maid Service:
Linen and towels provided. Beach towels also available on request.
Utility room:
Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Other:
On the upper terrace is a large marble topped table with stone bench seat that enjoys sunshine at breakfast, shade at lunchtime and full sun from late afternoon.
The stunning views are framed by the stone pillars surrounding the spacious upper terrace.
Sunbeds and a parasol are provided and close by there is La Casa Lavanda's very own barbecue.
All doors and windows are fitted with fly screens, not only against flies but also against our curious and friendly cats and dogs.
Sleeping capacity:
1 double bedroom, 1 double sofa bed in living room
Notes on accommodation: The apartment consists a living room, bedroom, shower room, fully fitted kitchen (electric oven, gas hob, refrigerator, washing machine and dining table - full inventory available on request)
Ammenities/Facilities provided
pets accepted
shared pool
barbecue
iron/ironing board
washing machine
microwave
dishwasher
fridge/freezer
cd player
television
central heating
dvd player
oven
hairdryer
hob/stove
Etc.
Travel
Airport: Pescara 195 km (2 hrs) Ryanair Stansted
Airport: Bari: 230 km (2 hrs) Ryanair Stansted
Airport: Rome Ciampino: 400 km (4 hrs) Easyjet East Midlands
Railway: Peschici: 2 km
Car hire is essential
Distances
Vico del Gargano: 5km
Peschici: 11km
Rodi Garganico: 15 km
Further details
The property is suitable for adults only although we will consider young teenagers or babies at your request. If you want to bring a pet contact us to discuss it.
We can be flexible with bookings; i.e. we will allow stays that are not Saturday to Saturday (after all the cheapest Ryanair flights are mid-week). So please do enquire about availablity.
Booking notes
May take pets - please enquire
Not suitable for children
Not suitable for elderly or infirm
No smoking at this property
Self-catering
Changeover day
Flexible
Wine Tasting
There many vineyards in the San Severo region (about 1 hours drive). Wine tasting here can be a very special event as the wineries are very generous and will normally allow you to taste any or all of ther wines.
Accessibility
The property is not suitable for people with mobility problems.
Outside
Villa Oleandro is fronted by three large terraces offering a variety of places to relax in the sun. The Grass Terrace fronts the house and has a private area for our guests to sunbathe, a permanent marble-topped table for dining that enjoys shade until the afternnoon and the warmth of the sunset in the evening and of course a barbecue.
Stairs from the Grass Terrace lead to the Sun Terrace with further space for dining & sunbathing and steps from the Sun Terrace lead onto the Pool Terrace. We do not have a permanent pool yet (bureacracy problem!), but in summer we have a splash pool to cool down in.
To the side of the Pool Terrace is an informal terrace where we like to play Bocce (Boules or Petanque).
Then there are about 10 acres of Olives and Pine Woods to explore if you wish.
