Italy: Masseria Torre Maizza, Puglia
A Fortified Farmhouse Turned Coastal Retreat
Set among ancient olive groves along the Adriatic coast, Masseria Torre Maizza takes its name and its bones from the fortified farmhouses, or masserie, that dot this part of Puglia. The 40 rooms and suites, designed by Olga Polizzi, each open onto a private garden with views over the surrounding countryside, favoring an unhurried, sun-bleached elegance over anything flashy.
The restaurant, simply called Masseria, occupies what were once horse stables, all rustic pews and high ceilings, serving Puglian ingredients under a garden pergola. Beyond the pool and its bougainvillea-covered terraces, guests have their own private beach club on the Adriatic, along with a nine-hole golf course and a cooking school built around the region's produce.
Life at Masseria Torre Maizza
40 rooms and suites designed by Olga Polizzi, each with a private garden
Masseria restaurant, set in a former horse stable, serving Puglian cuisine
A private, award-winning beach club on the Adriatic coast
A nine-hole executive golf course and an on-site cooking school
Why Masseria Torre Maizza, Why Puglia
A rare combination of countryside masseria charm and direct beach access
Puglia's understated, less crowded alternative to the Amalfi Coast or Sicily
Strong for slower, longer stays given the golf, spa, and beach club on site
Cooking school makes it a good fit for food-focused travelers
Ideal For: Couples and families wanting a slower-paced Italian beach holiday, with countryside charm during the day and beach club afternoons.
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