Masseria Zambardo in San Vito dei Normanni

The hotel sits on a working farm that produces olive oil, fruit, and organic preserves. A large outdoor swimming pool is set within a garden with lavender and palm trees. Guests have free use of a synthetic grass tennis court and bicycles to explore the countryside.

The finely restored rooms feature air conditioning, a minibar, a TV, and a fireplace in select units. Private bathrooms include a hairdryer and courtesy set, with artisan soap made from the farm's own olive oil. Family rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and pet-friendly accommodations are available.

Each morning the hotel serves a buffet breakfast with hot drinks, fresh organic fruit juices, homemade jams, cakes, eggs, cold cuts, and local cheeses. The breakfast area is a vine-covered terrace overlooking the pool. Guests can also order from the bar, request special diet menus, or book a cooking class at the sister property Masseria Incantalupi.

On-site activities include horse riding, walking tours, and tours or classes about local culture. Guests have access to the restaurant, wellness center, and riding stables of Masseria Incantalupi, located 3 km away. Daily housekeeping, laundry services, and luggage storage are provided, and babysitting or child services can be arranged.

The masseria is 6 km from San Vito dei Normanni, a 20-minute drive from Brindisi, 24 km from Ostuni, and 87 km from Mesagne. An airport shuttle service (pick-up and drop-off) is available, as well as car hire. Free parking and a 24-hour front desk with invoice provided help simplify arrivals and departures.

Location: Apulian countryside, 6 km from San Vito dei Normanni

Rooms: Restored rooms with fireplace, minibar & organic soap

Dining: Homemade organic breakfast buffet & cooking class

Activities: Synthetic grass tennis court, bicycles, horse riding

Wellness: Access to wellness center & riding stables at sister masseria

Unique: On-site producer of olive oil, fruit & organic preserves