Villa in Apulia
14 guests · 7 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this villa rental
Villa Barbara – Privacy, Relax and Authentic Style in the Countryside of Monopoli
Enjoy an authentic holiday in the quiet of the Apulian countryside, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees, dry-stone walls, and the intense light of the Apulian countryside. Just a few minutes from the beaches, the historic center of Monopoli, and the most charming towns of the Itria Valley, Villa Barbara is the perfect choice for large families or groups of friends looking for space, privacy, and comfort.
This elegant early 20th-century villa is composed of four independent units, offering a total of 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, all set within a fenced private garden of 5,000 m² with a panoramic infinity pool. It can accommodate up to 14 guests.
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🌿 Step outside
Villa Barbara offers the true atmosphere of Puglia: peace, nature, starry skies, and the luxury of time to enjoy your own rhythm:
• Infinity pool 18x6 m with sun deck
• Sun loungers and pool towels included
• Covered veranda with large dining table for outdoor meals
• Gazebo, lounge seating, and ping pong table
• Barbecue area
• Outdoor changing room with 2 showers and laundry area
• Outdoor Covered parking with 4 spaces and storage area
• Baby cots and high chairs available on request
• Fully fenced private garden
• 🐾 Pets welcome upon request (with prior approval from the booking office)
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🛏 Step insider
The living and sleeping areas are divided into four independent units, reflecting the traditional architecture of Puglia. The main house hosts the spacious living area and two bedrooms, while the other units include a trullo, a lamia, and three stable-style annexes, each with private entrance and bathroom.
Main House (early 1900s)
• Open-plan living room with dining table for 16 guests
• Lounge with fireplace, sofas, armchairs, TV, and reading area
• Panoramic kitchen fully equipped with: oven, 5-burner stove, dishwasher, large fridge, tea and coffee set (Nespresso, kettle), large BBQ area-view sink
• 2 double bedrooms
• Bathroom with vintage tub
Trullo Annex
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Lamia Annex
• Spacious room with 2 single beds and lounge area with TV
• Air conditioning
Stable Annex 1
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Stable Annex 2
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Stable Annex 3
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
• Private furnished patio
All indoor spaces are air-conditioned
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📍 Where you’ll be
Villa Barbara is located in Contrada San Bartolomeo, a peaceful rural area south of Monopoli, nestled among olive groves and dry-stone walls, just minutes from essential services and top tourist attractions.
Within a few kilometers, you’ll find traditional restaurants, masserias, local markets, and easy access to the most beautiful towns of the Itria Valley: Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Martina Franca, and Ostuni.
The sandy beaches and coves of the Adriatic coast are about 10 minutes away by car, as is the historic center of Monopoli, with its white alleys, ancient port, and lively atmosphere.
A perfect base to discover the most authentic side of Puglia.
Nearby places:
Airport: 61 km
Beach: 10 km
Restaurant: 0,8 km
Supermarket: 2,5 km
Pharmacy: 0,9 km
Hospital: 10,5 km
Station: 10 km
Enjoy an authentic holiday in the quiet of the Apulian countryside, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees, dry-stone walls, and the intense light of the Apulian countryside. Just a few minutes from the beaches, the historic center of Monopoli, and the most charming towns of the Itria Valley, Villa Barbara is the perfect choice for large families or groups of friends looking for space, privacy, and comfort.
This elegant early 20th-century villa is composed of four independent units, offering a total of 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, all set within a fenced private garden of 5,000 m² with a panoramic infinity pool. It can accommodate up to 14 guests.
⸻
🌿 Step outside
Villa Barbara offers the true atmosphere of Puglia: peace, nature, starry skies, and the luxury of time to enjoy your own rhythm:
• Infinity pool 18x6 m with sun deck
• Sun loungers and pool towels included
• Covered veranda with large dining table for outdoor meals
• Gazebo, lounge seating, and ping pong table
• Barbecue area
• Outdoor changing room with 2 showers and laundry area
• Outdoor Covered parking with 4 spaces and storage area
• Baby cots and high chairs available on request
• Fully fenced private garden
• 🐾 Pets welcome upon request (with prior approval from the booking office)
⸻
🛏 Step insider
The living and sleeping areas are divided into four independent units, reflecting the traditional architecture of Puglia. The main house hosts the spacious living area and two bedrooms, while the other units include a trullo, a lamia, and three stable-style annexes, each with private entrance and bathroom.
Main House (early 1900s)
• Open-plan living room with dining table for 16 guests
• Lounge with fireplace, sofas, armchairs, TV, and reading area
• Panoramic kitchen fully equipped with: oven, 5-burner stove, dishwasher, large fridge, tea and coffee set (Nespresso, kettle), large BBQ area-view sink
• 2 double bedrooms
• Bathroom with vintage tub
Trullo Annex
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Lamia Annex
• Spacious room with 2 single beds and lounge area with TV
• Air conditioning
Stable Annex 1
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Stable Annex 2
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
Stable Annex 3
• Double bedroom
• En-suite bathroom with shower
• Private furnished patio
All indoor spaces are air-conditioned
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📍 Where you’ll be
Villa Barbara is located in Contrada San Bartolomeo, a peaceful rural area south of Monopoli, nestled among olive groves and dry-stone walls, just minutes from essential services and top tourist attractions.
Within a few kilometers, you’ll find traditional restaurants, masserias, local markets, and easy access to the most beautiful towns of the Itria Valley: Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Locorotondo, Martina Franca, and Ostuni.
The sandy beaches and coves of the Adriatic coast are about 10 minutes away by car, as is the historic center of Monopoli, with its white alleys, ancient port, and lively atmosphere.
A perfect base to discover the most authentic side of Puglia.
Nearby places:
Airport: 61 km
Beach: 10 km
Restaurant: 0,8 km
Supermarket: 2,5 km
Pharmacy: 0,9 km
Hospital: 10,5 km
Station: 10 km
Amenities at Villa Barbara - Family Villa with Pool, Garden & Space | Monopoli Pet Friendly
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Apulia
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2018
This is a great villa. We were 11 adults from Australia, and the villa and its amenities were great. Bedrooms were large. Bathrooms for all couples. Kitchen and inside dining area was very spacious and functional. Outside dining area was very comfortable adjacent to the beautiful swimming pool. We loved the immediate area and it was quite close to local eateries and facilities. A car is essential. We used the villa as our base to tour Puglia. A wonderful experience. Special thanks to Enza and Domenico for looking after us.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2018
An beautiful villa with excellent facilities catering for young and old. It is a little tired around the edges but this simply adds to the rustic charm of the villa. The pool was great with lots of toys left from previous guest which the children enjoyed.
Nothing was too much trouble for Enza who let us and guided us to the villa on arrival. She was a lovely host accommodating us all perfectly
We would love to return
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2017
My Family of 11 just spent two wonderful weeks at Villa Barbara. The place is magical with beautiful furnishings and a fantastic pool. We found the staff from HelloApulia most cooperative and attentive. It was all good!
Morris Lazzaro
6 / 10Average·Aug 2025
The home itself is beautiful, but there are several things guests should be aware of. Inside the main house, there are only two bedrooms and one bathroom. Unfortunately, the shower is not functional — the holder for the showerhead is broken, so you have to sit in the bathtub and use the handheld piece. It was honestly one of the most stressful shower experiences I’ve had.Air conditioning is also an issue. There is only one unit near the front door, which somewhat cools the two bedrooms if you keep the doors open, but that means giving up all privacy. The kitchen and living room area have no air conditioning. Normally this wouldn’t be a problem if you could keep the beautiful doors open for a breeze, but there are no screens or mosquito guards. Because of this, the house becomes infested with mosquitoes, which was unbearable. We also noticed ants and other bugs on the floor. While I understand the home is surrounded by nature, better upkeep and pest control would make a huge difference for guests.The other bedrooms are located outside of the main house. This could be ideal for some groups, but for us it wasn’t — we wanted to stay together as a family. On the positive side, the kitchen is very well equipped, the outdoor grill was great, the pool was wonderful, and the long dining tables with plenty of chairs made for lovely group dinners. Those features really added to our stay.Overall, though, the home fell short in terms of comfort and luxury, which was disappointing.
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9.1Outstanding
(12 Ratings)
"This is a great villa. We were 11 adults from Australia, and the villa and its amenities were great. Bedrooms were large. Bathrooms for all couples. Kitchen and inside dining area was very spacious an..."
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