Masseria Cerasina | 11-Bedroom Villa in Fasano Province of Brindisi

Twenty-six guests across eleven bedrooms means Masseria Cerasina in Fasano redefines what a luxury villa rental in Puglia can accommodate. This isn’t a boutique escape for two—it’s a sprawling family compound where multiple generations, friendship groups or corporate retreats find separate wings, shared gathering spaces, and the kind of staffing infrastructure that makes large-group holidays actually work. Surrounded by olive groves and countryside that stretches toward the Adriatic, Masseria Cerasina sits just 10 kilometres from Fasano’s historic centre and within easy reach of some of southern Italy’s most distinctive coastal and cultural destinations.

Inside Masseria Cerasina

Masseria Cerasina sleeps 26 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, distributed across seven self-contained apartments within the main masseria building and two independent units. The layout has been thoughtfully designed so groups fragment into privacy when needed but reunite in shared spaces by choice rather than necessity.

The primary two-level apartment contains an open-plan lounge and kitchenette on the ground floor with dining seating, television, and direct access to a covered terrace. The first floor adds two bedrooms—one with twin singles, the other a double with an en-suite featuring a walk-in shower. A mezzanine hallway opens the upper floor to additional light and movement.

On the ground floor, a split-level apartment offers living and dining zones in an open-plan arrangement, with a separate kitchenette, two bedrooms (one double, one twin), and a shower bathroom. A third ground-floor unit provides a lounge-dining area with kitchenette, double bedroom, and bathroom with shower.

Ascending to the top floor, a larger apartment reveals two queen-size bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The second bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe. A lounge with dual sofas, television, fireplace, and a covered terrace opens the living space, while the kitchen accommodates six people at a single table—the kind of kitchen that makes reluctant cooks volunteer for dinner duty.

A middle-floor apartment, accessed via ten steps, contains a lounge-dining area with kitchenette, two bedrooms (one double, one twin that converts to a double on request), and two shower bathrooms.

The garden apartment keeps a simpler footprint: lounge-kitchenette opening to a covered terrace, one double bedroom, and a walk-in shower bathroom.

Two independent units sit removed from the main building. The studio cave apartment, situated beside the event grotta, offers a lounge with sofa bed (accommodating two additional guests on request), ottoman, television, kitchenette with four-person dining table, one queen-size bedroom, and an open-plan bathroom with rainfall shower and double sink. Between the grotta and main masseria, a ground-floor apartment contains a lounge-dining area with sofa-bed and kitchenette, a double bedroom, and a shower bathroom.

Throughout, air conditioning, heating, and Wi-Fi connect the compound to the modern world. Details matter: en-suite bathrooms eliminate queuing, covered terraces extend living into mild winter days, and kitchenettes allow groups to prepare breakfast without requiring staff intervention at 6 a.m.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The grounds span what was once a working farm, its 16th-century stone structures now framing gardens that shift between manicured terraces and wild olive groves. A swimming pool with integrated bar operates from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with underground changing facilities and stacks of sun loungers and umbrellas shading the deck. Children gather at a dedicated play area while adults drift toward the lawn bowls court (boccia), where the sound of wooden balls meeting target stones becomes the soundtrack to late afternoons.

A tennis court operates on matching hours, its clay surface suitable for serious players and family knockabouts. Complimentary bicycles lean against the stone walls, ready for exploration of the surrounding countryside—the landscape flattens gently here, with long sight lines across fields toward distant hills.

The property’s most distinctive feature is its event grotta—a cave carved into the earth centuries ago and now outfitted for gatherings. This subterranean space houses cosy lounge seating, a substantial fireplace, a vast dining area, and a fully-equipped kitchen complete with a wood-fired pizza oven. The temperature stays naturally cool even in July. It’s where groups gather for dinners when outdoor heat becomes oppressive, or where children entertain themselves exploring the ancient stone walls.

Courtyards and terraces throughout the property frame views southeast toward the sea, with stonework and quiet corners tucked between buildings creating natural rooms outdoors. Table football and table tennis occupy covered areas for rainy days—rare in Puglia but sufficient reason to plan alternatives.

Location: Fasano and the Surrounding Area

Fasano itself, 10 kilometres south of Masseria Cerasina, is a working town rather than a tourist resort. Its centro storico twists through narrow streets past baroque churches, shuttered family apartments, and small piazzas where locals gather in the early evening. The town centre contains supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, and a Saturday morning market where seasonal produce from surrounding farms pile in wooden crates. This is where real Puglian food happens—ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella di bufala, orecchiette still clinging to wooden drying racks.

Beaches arrive within a 15-minute drive. Torre Canne, 18 kilometres east, offers long sandy stretches backed by beach clubs and natural thermal springs—the mineral-rich water draws visitors specifically for its therapeutic properties. The resort town supports water sports, horse-riding facilities, and the kind of beachfront restaurants that serve lunch at 2 p.m. with a carafe of local white wine included as standard.

Parco Dune Costiere, immediately adjacent to Torre Canne, protects 8 kilometres of coastline encompassing sand dunes, wetlands, Mediterranean scrub, and pine forests. Guided nature walks reveal migratory birds, endemic plants, and the landscape’s geological history. The park remains less crowded than commercial beaches, though facilities are limited to parking and marked trails.

Inland, the Valle d’Itria unfolds as a distinct cultural zone. Cisternino, 22 kilometres north, is the closest to Masseria Cerasina and worth an evening visit for its whitewashed main street and an evening passeggiata (evening walk) with locals. Locorotondo, 28 kilometres north, perches on hilltop with concentric circular streets and sweeping views across the valley. Martina Franca, 32 kilometres northwest, is a baroque town with an opera season running July through August—its piazza is genuinely grand, the kind of space that justifies an evening aperitivo at an outdoor café.

Alberobello, 35 kilometres north, earned UNESCO World Heritage status for its trulli—cone-roofed stone dwellings packed so densely they create an otherworldly landscape. The town arrives packed with tourists, but early morning visits (7-9 a.m.) before coach groups arrive reveal the trulli’s actual charm. Local restaurants here serve orecchiette con le cime di rapa (pasta with bitter greens) that has changed little in centuries.

Ostuni, 20 kilometres south, calls itself La Città Bianca (The White City) for its whitewashed old town tumbling downhill toward the sea. The 15th-century Gothic cathedral anchors the centro, flanked by narrow stairways, arched passages, and viewpoints across olive groves toward the coast. The Saturday morning market occupies the main piazza, a sensory event involving produce vendors, fishmongers, flower sellers, and the concentrated energy of several hundred Puglians before 10 a.m.

Brindisi airport, 60 kilometres southeast via the SS379 and A14 highways, handles direct flights from northern Europe and is the closest major gateway—approximately 75 minutes by car. Bari airport, 100 kilometres north, offers more frequent connections and costs typically 90 minutes by transfer.

Seasonal timing shapes the experience considerably. April through June brings warm days (24-28°C), manageable crowds, and explosive wildflower displays across the countryside. July and August hit 32-35°C with steady tourism and all facilities operating at capacity. September through October offers similar warmth to spring with calmer seas and fewer visitors—local restaurants that closed in August reopen. November through March cools to 8-15°C with occasional rain, but the region rarely experiences harsh weather, and the low season opens private space and relaxed dining reservations.

For destination context and broader travel inspiration across the region, explore our Puglia travel guide or discover more luxury villas across Europe. To see other exceptional properties in this corner of southern Italy, browse our full collection in the Province of Brindisi.

Who This Villa Suits Best

Extended families spanning three generations find Masseria Cerasina’s apartment layout especially practical—grandparents occupy one wing while adult children and grandchildren populate others, with privacy maintained until dinner assembles everyone in the grotta or around the pool bar. The separate studio cave apartment works as a guest house for arrivals who value autonomy, or as an office retreat for someone handling work emails away from family gatherings.

Friendship groups of eight to fourteen people benefit from the self-contained apartments preventing the enforced togetherness that sinks group holidays. The event grotta allows dinner parties without renting external venues, while the kitchen facilities mean groups can divide cooking duties across interested parties.

Corporate groups, small conferences, or team-building retreats use Masseria Cerasina for its accommodation scale combined with available staff. Yoga instructors teach on terraces facing countryside. Wine producers from local estates conduct tastings in the grotta. The wine-tasting service available through the property connects to Puglia’s Primitivo and Negroamaro estates within 30 kilometres.

Couples seeking luxury escape might find the property’s size overwhelming—it’s fundamentally designed for groups. However, booking single apartments (the top-floor unit or studio cave) and engaging chef and spa services transforms it into an intimate retreat with extraordinary infrastructure.

Practical Information

Masseria Cerasina sleeps 26 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. Its configuration supports groups ranging from six guests (single apartment rental) through 26 (full property), with flexible intermediate options available.

Maid service operates daily, handling laundry, cleaning, and general maintenance across the compound. Chef service is available on request, with the property providing catering for groups or individual meal preparation. Breakfast is included in rental terms. Babysitting arranges for younger guests, and transfers connect to Brindisi (75 minutes) or Bari (90 minutes) airports.

A spa therapist is available for treatments—massage, facials, body treatments conducted in private rooms or on terraces. Yoga classes can be arranged with instructors, typically held at sunrise on the garden terrace. Wine-tasting experiences connect with nearby producers. The property provides complimentary bicycles, and the grounds support Wi-Fi throughout. Air conditioning and heating operate throughout, though the property’s thick stone walls maintain natural temperature moderation across much of the year.

Check-in typically occurs at 4 p.m., with checkout at 10 a.m., though flexibility may be negotiated depending on turnover schedules. The property accepts advance bookings, and deposit policies follow Excellence Luxury Villas’ standard terms.

Frequently Asked Questions about Masseria Cerasina

How many guests does Masseria Cerasina sleep?

Masseria Cerasina accommodates up to 26 guests across 11 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. The property comprises seven self-contained apartments within the main masseria and two independent units. Most bedrooms are doubles or have queen-size beds; several feature twin singles. One studio cave apartment includes a sofa-bed that accommodates two additional guests on request. Groups can also rent partial configurations—single apartments, pairs of apartments, or wings—allowing flexibility for smaller gatherings.

What is the nearest airport to Masseria Cerasina in Fasano?

Brindisi Salento Airport lies 60 kilometres south, approximately 75 minutes by car via the SS379 and A14 highways. Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, 100 kilometres north via the A14, takes roughly 90 minutes and handles more frequent international connections from northern Europe. Transfers from either airport can be arranged through Masseria Cerasina.

What is the best time of year to rent Masseria Cerasina?

April through June combines warm temperatures (24-28°C), manageable tourist numbers, and countryside in full flower. September through October offers similar warmth with calmer seas and reduced crowds—local restaurants reopen after August closures. July and August bring peak heat (32-35°C) and heavy tourism, though accommodation and activities operate at full capacity. November through March cools significantly (8-15°C) with occasional rain, but the low season provides privacy and leisurely dining access. Puglian winters rarely turn harsh.

Is Masseria Cerasina suitable for families with children?

Yes. The property features a dedicated children’s play area, a swimming pool with daily operation (7 a.m.–8 p.m.), and underground changing facilities. The grounds are expansive and flat, allowing safe exploration. Babysitting services are available, and the chef can prepare child-friendly meals. Nearby Torre Canne beach (18 kilometres) offers gentle, supervised swimming and beach clubs with facilities. Parco Dune Costiere provides nature walks and coastal exploration suitable for families. The separate apartments mean children can occupy their own space without disrupting adult gatherings.

What is included in the rental price at Masseria Cerasina?

Rental includes daily maid service, Wi-Fi throughout the property, air conditioning and heating, complimentary bicycles, pool access, and breakfast. Chef or catering services are available on request, as are spa treatments, yoga classes, wine-tasting experiences, and airport transfers. Utilities (electricity, water, heating, pool maintenance) are included. Linen and towels are provided and laundered daily by the included maid service.

What restaurants and shops are near Masseria Cerasina?

Fasano centre, 10 kilometres away, contains supermarkets (Carrefour Express, Coop), pharmacies, and dozens of restaurants serving traditional Puglian cuisine. La Locanda dei Butteri and Osteria della Bella Vista are local favourites. The Saturday morning market offers fresh produce, mozzarella di bufala, and local bread. Torre Canne (18 kilometres) features beachfront restaurants serving fish and seafood at lunch and dinner. Ostuni (20 kilometres south) offers upmarket dining and wine bars in its historic centre. Cisternino (22 kilometres north) specialises in arrosticini (grilled meat skewers) sold by weight from restaurants lining the main street—an evening tradition known locally as focaccia e arrosticini.