Villa holiday rentals in Padula Bianca

We had an amazing stay at Francesca’s. We were in contact with Lukas who was extremely helpful, clear and friendly. At check in, Lukas met us and showed us around, he had many local recommendations for us. Throughout the stay he was super responsive and helpful. The first morning we woke up to fresh croissant and pasticciotti!! The house was beautiful, very spacious, full of light and extremely clean. There are many places to sit and many amenities like the pool, outside showers, hammocks and outside BBQ area. I cannot recommend this place enough. Thank you.

Spacious house with a huge plot and beautiful views in a very quiet location. The evening lighting gives the property a special atmosphere. We have rarely been in a house/apartment that was so clean. All cooking utensils are available. Mattia and his father Roberto are extremely helpful and warm hosts who responded promptly to all questions and gave us many valuable tips for the area. We will be happy to come back.

The house matches the photos, spacious, and the garden is beautiful and comfortable. The location is strategic to reach the beaches of green bay on foot and the clubs nearby. Mr. Antonio was always very kind and available for all our needs. We look forward to coming back soon!

Amazing stay - impeccably decorated, beautiful grounds, very comfy for our group of 7. Would stay again in a heartbeat

We spent a week in the villa with our children. On arrival we received a very warm welcome from Stefania and were overwhelmed by the beautiful view of the sea. The whole complex is very well maintained and lovingly furnished. There is everything you need for a perfect vacation. We felt very comfortable. We can fully recommend the villa!

10 great April days in Cecilia's house - first windy cool, then springy warm, so we could also bathe in the sea. In 10 minutes, beautiful beaches can be reached by car (Pescoluse), in 30 minutes you are in the picturesque Gallipoli, where we were able to attend the Easter procession. Recommended is the "Petra" in Salignano, the Pasticceria Artisan in Morciano and the Cafereccio in Torre Vado. The weekly markets in the villages are worthwhile as well as excursions to Lecce and hikes in the Parco Naturale di Porto Selvaggio. Cecilia's house has everything you need: a great view from the terrace, a super equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, a nice living atmosphere. Many thanks to Cecilia, as well as to Cosimo and Fernanda for the friendly check in/out. We will be happy to come back!

Camilla’s place was great. It is a good central location if you want to explore south of Italy (as we did), btw 10-40 min by car to all surrounding towns/beaches. The closest beach is only 5 or so minutes away by car. The house is good for families with older kids and the pool is a great addition. Local sweet cafe has nice coffee and pastries too.

The apartment is lovingly furnished and everything, but also everything, has been thought of. The owner wants her guests to feel comfortable. We were personally received, although we were late. It is a bit of a walk to the sea and a bit too far in hot temperatures. But it's worth it or you can use the car. The garden is perfect for a siesta.

Villa with swimming pool suitable for large groups of friends; Mario was very kind, the house fully corresponds to the description, perfect swimming pool. Recommended.

Occasionally on Airbnb you arrive somewhere and it’s like hitting the jackpot. Each and every space is beautiful, well appointed and through a design lens- stunning. Laid back luxury at its best. We are a (grown up) family of 9 and appreciated the numerous spaces to step back for moments of solitude - both inside and out. All the bedrooms are gorgeous- so no one left feeling like they’ve pulled the short straw, and the kitchen is perfect for creating big dinners. A cool (thanks to the air con) sitting room-perfect for reading, and bathrooms all well designed and good looking. The pool is beautiful- big enough to get a proper swim in which in my experience is rare, but the huge table under the canopied terrace off the kitchen was the place to be! The village bar is a 2 minute walk away and more restaurants a 15 minute walk. Can’t recommend enough, and can’t wait to return. Thank you Rocco and the wonderful house keepers for making our stay perfectly fabulous.

Gorgeous property with amazing outdoor terraces and seating areas, which we enjoyed every night to socialise in. We never grew tired of the view over the pool to the sea. Federico (the local host) was incredibly attentive and helpful, providing recommendations for local festivals and events. Plentiful supply of hot water throughout the day and night. Really well-stocked kitchen for utensils and pots / pans, only thing we missed was some oven gloves (but maybe that's just a British thing!). Great outdoor cooking / dining area which we used for every breakfast / evening meal to soak in the view. Thoroughly recommend this property and this area of Italy. We did not want to leave or return home.

We had such a great time. As a party of 11 the villa felt spacious and had everything we needed. The pasta making class and dinner cooked at the villa provided by Daniela were brilliant and delicious! We would love to come back!

Andrea is a fabulous host and could not do more to help us settle in and be looked after. He was always available and very accommodating. The property is a gem if you like peaceful, quiet places with a wonderful view. Two couples shared a bathroom without any problem, but generally it has a nice layout, with lots of space. We had one rainy day but we were still just happy to admire the view and relax, and it was a great surprise one evening to be able to see the mountains on the other side of the Gulf of Taranto. The beach at Lido Malibu is Caribbean and almost empty when we were there late May, but probably busy later judging by the number of available deck chairs. Gallipoli (30 mins) is a great trip to do as is Lecce a bit further, but generally we were happy to stay at the Villa by the superb pristine pool or go down to the beach. As we were self catering the house is well equipped, with lots of linen and towels, comfortable and nicely decorated. Definitely recommended.

An absolutely wonderful villa with a great view to the east and sunrise. Lots of space to sit and lounge and eat and spend time together with family and friends. A bit of a drive to the beach, but all very doable. Definitely in the return to list. Last but not least - Fausto is fab!

Cesare (point of contact on site) was very kind and helpful. The same goes for Ludovica via chat. When the weather is nice, the rental property is perfect: terrace with lounge, outdoor kitchen, access to more, etc. In case of rain, you have to arrange, as you do not have a covered lounge outside by the terrace (it is covered, but it rains through. This was communicated to us by Cesare, whereupon we could prepare). The kitchen can also be used in the rain. The principle is very great, everyone has their own room but the living room is outside. So staying in groups is fun. The location is great, but in high summer there are a lot of young people on site as this is a party area. In September, the clubs are closed, which allows a quiet stay.

The house is really nice and our kids loved the huge garden to play as well as the pool. Everything was also very clean and Fabrizio is a very kind and helpful person who provided nice tips for restaurants or where to buy fresh fish.

Nieves is a truly lovely host who went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Her recommendations were invaluable and it was a genuine pleasure to meet her and her family. The house is beautiful with plenty of space, comfy bedrooms and everything you could possibly need. The large open terraces and pool surrounding the house make it a great place for socialising as a large group whilst enjoying the peace of its spectacular surroundings. It is easy to access and nearby the historic city of Lecce with all it has to offer including stunning baroque architecture and some great bars and restaurants. We will be back! Thank you Nieves and Gabriele.

We had a lovely stay at Villa Pethra Maris. The beautiful landscape and surroundings were incomparable! Lots of relaxation and games by the pool as we looked on to the gorgeous sea view(which you never get tired of). The hosts and owner were so responsive with all of our needs or any issues. The kids very much enjoyed the little house cat Petra-she seems to guard the place and makes the villa feel like home. The area has too many lovely places to visit -so we will just have to go back soon!😂.

Wonderful hosts very warm and friendly . Antonio and Claudio are a delight. Very comfortable house with magnificent gardens and great swimming pool. Any easy 20min drive to gorgeous Lecce and close by to lots of other parts of Salento. A magical oasis in which to relax between adventures! Handy restaurant next door at the Agritourismo.

Gabriella's home is always a pleasure to visit. It was our second time visiting! The house is beautiful and the countryside so peaceful. Everything is in perfect condition. It has everything you might need to relax and reset. It is also incredibly spacious making it an ideal property for a group of people. I highly recommend it!

A truly unforgettable stay! Every detail of this villa transmits care and refinement: from elegant and comfortable suites to the fully equipped kitchen, to the private pool immersed in a quiet and fragrant garden. At sunset, sipping a glass of wine on the patio with the singing of cicadas is pure magic. Very close to Gallipoli, but away from the chaos: a perfect retreat. Guglielmo is an impeccable host, attentive and always available. An experience that we will carry in our hearts and that I recommend to anyone who wants to experience the authentic beauty of Salento.

We spent seven amazing nights at Franco’s place. The house and its surroundings are just stunning. I second the person who had said that the pictures do not do justice to this place; the view is breathtaking and the house itself is lovely and cozy. We immediately felt home here, and it was very difficult to leave. Franco sent very helpful instructions on how to get in the house, and he was always available and responsive when we had questions. Overall, we had a wonderful time!

Antonino and his family were very kind and welcoming: we felt like we were with friends! The accommodation was impeccable: very clean, very well equipped and very large for our family of 5. Our 4-year-old daughter loved the pool, the sandbox and collecting eggs and picking fruit. What can I say about the location, wow! We loved having dinner and lunch on the terrace with the view! We highly recommend it and would return without hesitation.

Really lovely find! Host was accommodating. Anything we needed she helped with! X