Apartment in Apulia
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this apartment rental
On the top floor of a 17th century palazzo in the beautiful historic town of Monopoli, a fully renovated, elegant yet cozy two-bedroom apartment with a well-appointed bathroom, fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, washing machine, water purifier, kettle) and seaviews from every room sleeps four people comfortably (five with an extra bed put in). Luxuriously decorated with the owner’s inherited Italian designer furniture and other items acquired through a lifetime of collecting, the Casa dei Pensieri offers its residents easy access to a 170-square-meter rooftop-terrasse with breathtaking views of the historic centre and the beautiful Apulian coastline. Weekly cleaning and change of towels and bedlinen (whose cost amounts to 70 € for the first week and 50 € per each week following) will be part of a wonderfully relaxing holiday experience. If you wish to eat in and don’t feel like cooking, the occasional or regular home-delivery of freshly prepared local delicacies can easily be arranged.
The owner rents out also an elegantly furnished, recently renovated studio for up to three people with separate kitchenette and small bathroom in the ground floor of the same palazzo. The studio opens up on the historic piazza Palmieri, the magnificent baroque palazzo of the same name and the 17th century Santa Teresa church. A combined rental is possible.
Due to the flights of steps necessary to reach the apartment and the absence of an elevator, this accommodation is unsuitable for people with mobility issues.
The wi-fi connection is capped at 15 GB per week (from Sunday to the next one); once this limit is reached web navigation is no longer available until the following Sunday.
The apartment is cleaned after each guest’s departure or weekly in case of longer stays. The cost of this service, which is not optional, is 70 € for the first week (7 nights or less) and 50 € for each subsequent week, to be paid cash at the check-in.
After booking you will be emailed 2 documents: 'General house rules' and 'Holiday rental contract'. Please read them in advance and sign them at the check-in. You will also be required to sign an inventory and report any issues within 24 hours. The contract will mention the cleaning fee and security deposit for possible damages to property. Please allow 40 minutes for check-out.
Guests are expected to carry out garbage recycling, by moving the dedicated bins and bags from the apartment to the front door downstairs (and back) on the correct days of the week. A guide for recycling will be furnished.
The owner rents out also an elegantly furnished, recently renovated studio for up to three people with separate kitchenette and small bathroom in the ground floor of the same palazzo. The studio opens up on the historic piazza Palmieri, the magnificent baroque palazzo of the same name and the 17th century Santa Teresa church. A combined rental is possible.
Due to the flights of steps necessary to reach the apartment and the absence of an elevator, this accommodation is unsuitable for people with mobility issues.
The wi-fi connection is capped at 15 GB per week (from Sunday to the next one); once this limit is reached web navigation is no longer available until the following Sunday.
The apartment is cleaned after each guest’s departure or weekly in case of longer stays. The cost of this service, which is not optional, is 70 € for the first week (7 nights or less) and 50 € for each subsequent week, to be paid cash at the check-in.
After booking you will be emailed 2 documents: 'General house rules' and 'Holiday rental contract'. Please read them in advance and sign them at the check-in. You will also be required to sign an inventory and report any issues within 24 hours. The contract will mention the cleaning fee and security deposit for possible damages to property. Please allow 40 minutes for check-out.
Guests are expected to carry out garbage recycling, by moving the dedicated bins and bags from the apartment to the front door downstairs (and back) on the correct days of the week. A guide for recycling will be furnished.
Amenities at Casa dei Pensieri: stunning seaviews, luxurious comforts
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Apulia
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsProperty praised for its excellent location in the center with easy access to rooftop views and walks by the sea. Guests enjoyed elegant apartments with huge terraces and stunning seaviews.
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2025
Apartment was fantastic. Vrbo need to highlight need for cash deposit as not detailed anywhere.. this point would have put me off as I was 2!days away from finishing my holiday. Air conditioning did not work and needs servicing . Detailed list at check in is off putting and does not reflect contents held in flat. That said welcome was good and nothing to complain about the lady who checked us out today. She was lovely
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2024
Great location, many good restaurants near by. Lots to see and do, in Monopoli or a train ride away.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2024
We spent an enjoyable 6 nights at Casa dei Pensieri. The location was excellent, in the middle of the old town but still very quiet and private. The roof top terrace was magnificent for pre-dinner drinks. The property managers Katia and Mario were very responsive and happy to answer any questions we had.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2025
The location is excellent.The rooftop terrace has stunning views.The 3 A/C units and WiFi worked well.Water pressure was great.Check in and out went smoothly.BUT... this property is neither luxurious nor comfortable.The main photo is very deceiving.Upon checking in, we had to sign a four page itinerary, with euro value of many items stated. The 1500 euro "antique linen curtains" were threadbare and had holes. The living room furniture was very uncomfortable. The "day bed 1950's Dutch designer, 2500 euros" was torture to sit on. The "reclining sofa in old English linen 1860, 1500 euros" was comfortable but had strips of exposed foam in the crevices, a loose arm and was covered in a white sheet. The one chair in the living room was uncomfortable after five minutes.Because the living room was so uncomfortable, we spent lots of time on the rooftop terrace. This was steps away from the apartment, which is on the top floor, so 73 steps each way.The beds were uncomfortable. We tossed and turned more often than we slept well.The second bedroom does not have A/C or a door. No effort was made to make us feel welcome. Kitchen and bathroom amenities were minimal. The refrigerator had a strong fishy smell. We had to buy several items that a thoughtful host would have provided. The local host often simply ignored our questions on the message app.Communication between owner and local host was poor. He did not know an extra guest was added or that cleaning had been paid for.
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9.6Outstanding
(44 Ratings)
Property praised for its excellent location in the center with easy access to rooftop views and walks by the sea. Guests enjoyed elegant apartments with huge terraces and stunning seaviews.
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