A beautifully restored typical Apulian trullo, ensconced in natural beauty.
Humble beginnings
Dating back to 1867, OttoConi - literally meaning ‘eight cones’ - served as the familial home of a dairy farmer & his family. Each stone was painstakingly laid by hand, eventually coming together to form the iconic silhouette we see today. The distinctive conical roof provided shelter to not only the farmer & his family but also his livestock, whose warmth offered a welcome respite from the winter months & whose milk was a vital ingredient in the production of *caciocavallo,* a delicious cheese native to the region.
In 2018, renovation works commenced on the site in order to restore the trullo to its former glory while seamlessly introducing the practical yet luxurious refinements expected by the discerning traveller. Today, it stands as a symbol of Puglia’s rich history and reminder of the hard work & dedication of those who came before us, while continuing to offer comfort & shelter to those who seek to experience magnificent days in contact with nature.
The villa
As the name suggests, the beautifully presented and historic OttoConi comprises eight original trulli joined together to create a series of flowing internal spaces.
Gorgeous traditional cream coloured stone floors run throughout the property, and much of the original stone walls remain on view. The various nooks, niches and alcoves - so typical of trulli constructions - have been ingeniously incorporated into the overall layout, making for a characterful and practical use of space.
The bright and spacious main entrance of the trullo - which is, in fact, the first of the eight cones - takes one into a circular hallway: on the right, one accesses the main indoor living area with the open-plan living room & kitchen; on the left, one can find the typical lamie replete with bedrooms.
An open arch to the left of the entryway leads through to a second cosy sitting area, cosily tucked away in one of the trulli cones, featuring a couple of relaxing niches, an open fire place and comfortable seating.
