Villa Cenci Relais Masseria

Villa Cenci Relais Masseria is a whitewashed Apulian estate on the hills of Cisternino, set within 13 hectares of olive groves and countryside. The old masseria has been renovated, and its stone walls, vaulted ceilings and conical-roofed trulli give the grounds a distinctly Puglian character. The 34 rooms are arranged around the pool, in the main villa and in the seventeenth-century trulli, with recycled materials used to keep the original structure intact. The coast and the Itria Valley are both a few minutes away by car.

Weddings can be held across the estate on an exclusive-use basis, for up to 180 guests. Drinks receptions take place on the lawns beside the large pool, and the gardens, with their citrus trees, herbs and vine-covered pergolas, serve as settings for ceremonies and photographs. Courtyards and open lawns allow both small gatherings and larger marquee receptions. Menus are built around organic produce from the estate gardens, and the in-house team works with couples and planners on decoration, entertainment and timings. The estate suits multi-day celebrations, from welcome drinks to a farewell brunch, and welcomes pets. The best season runs from May to October.