Il Lusso Del Silenzio

Visiting the dry landscape of Puglia in high summer, one is first struck by the heat, the grey green of the olive groves, the red of the soil and deep blue sky. However, once entering the grounds of Il Lusso, it is as though one has entered a lush oasis of green. The manicured lawns, lemon groves, flowers, shrubs and thoughtfully placed seating areas are cool to the eye and provide a welcome break from the heat at the end of a day spent exploring. My room under the main part of the house was light, white and dreamy with large rozonne on the walls as decoration. The large canopied bed was a lovely place to sleep, the bathroom is luxurious and Stefania, the host is kind and gracious. Breakfast was served outside under the trees, and featured a range of local specialities, all delicious. What more could one ask? I greatly enjoyed my first trip to Puglia, and feel Il Lusso is the perfect place to use as a base to explore this fascinating region. I can’t wait to return.