The trendiest region in South Italy
Come and enjoy the authentic southern atmosphere in the region surrounded by two seas, more than eight hundred kilometres of coastline. Here the landscapes change constantly, the light and the weather make it sophisticated and beautiful in all seasons. History runs through the white streets of the medieval towns, Magna Graecia shines in gold and the impudent Baroque splendour fills the eyes with wonder. Puglia open and welcoming people and its genuine, authentic cuisine will enchant you forever.
Three beautiful locations
VITA VIVET Puglia
is a place made of stones, light and art. This name means "live your life" in Latin and was chosen because it is intended to be a place for relaxation and joy. The property, surrounded by almond and olive trees, consists of a Main House dating from the early 20th century, a Dependence and a late 19th-century "Trullo". Three buildings from different periods, renovated and harmonised in a very contemporary style by the designer Arcangelo Bungaro. The French-Italian owners have interpreted the original Apulian structure with a cosmopolitan touch and their own taste in design.
Welcome in Our World
You can choose your favourite solution where you can live your holidays in the authentic Apulian Style. The large Main House, the cosy Dependence or the characteristic 5-cone Trullo. The swimming pool and the large central square make Vita Vivet a magical and unique place.
Guide, Tips and Venues for our guests
WHAT TO DO
The Sea. We are just a few kilometres from the well equipped beaches of the Ionian coast, famous for their fine sand and transparent sea, and just as close to the rocky coves and blue sea of the Adriatic. Both are worth a try, but we recommend that you follow the weather forecast - if it's windy on one coast, it's normally pretty quiet on the other.
Visit the historic town centre of Francavilla Fontana. You will discover the beautiful square of the "Basilica Minore del Santissimo Rosario", in baroque style with the highest dome in Salento.
The Castle-Fortress of the "Imperiali" to discover during the day. The beautiful golden church of the "Padri Liguorini". Piazza Umberto I with its bars with open-air terraces and the historic centre with its typical restaurants. Via Roma for a walk through the baroque palaces.
GASTRONOMY
VitaVivet is very close to Ceglie Messapica, famous for the gourmet cuisine of Cibus and
Antonella Ricci, but it is also the centre of many small trattorias and pizzerias where we
always recommend booking in advance, especially in July and August.
Apulia is also the country of vegetarians, where vegetables are prepared in a thousand
different ways, and you will find what you are looking for among the mixed antipasti.
Another famous experience is the 'fornelli' in Martina Franca. These are butchers' shops where you can choose meat and have it freshly prepared, 'bombette', meat rolls with a variety of fillings to be barbecued, or giblets rolls.
San Michele Salentino is known for its exceptional butcher shops where you can buy the best meat to prepare on the Vita Vivet barbecue.
In Taranto, you can eat fish or mussels and oysters grown in the gulf.
In Francavilla Fontana, in the old town centre, you'll find small restaurants serving traditional Apulian menus, our favourite being "Attrattoria" (via Scazzeri, 2). In the main square there are pizzerias, burger houses and bars where you can enjoy an aperitif in a beautiful setting and relaxed atmosphere. The wine shop "La vineria N.01" (via Regina Elena 21) to taste the wines of local producers, in a young and competent environment.
If, on the other hand, you want to taste Apulian wines accompanied by a thousand exquisite appetizers with special combinations based on local products, you can't miss a trip to Villa Castelli to "Uva Viva" (corso Vittorio Emanuele III).
TOURISM
Grottaglie.
A tour of the shops in the ceramics district where you can find unique and colourful objects.
Ceglie Messapica.
A town famous for its gastronomy and Michelin-starred restaurants. With a beautiful historic centre, don't miss the sweet 'dolcetti cegliesi' made with almonds at the bar on the Corso.
Ostuni.
The magnificent "Città Bianca" with its intricately labyrinthine historic centre is ideal for a delightful aperitif in the streets. Breathtaking views from above with the sea in the background.
Taranto.
Don't miss the MArTa archaeological museum, with an exceptional collection on Magna Graecia, of which it was the heart here in Puglia. The old town with its seafood restaurants. The possibility of seeing the dolphins that live in the Gulf of Taranto with catamaran excursions www.joniandolphin.it to be booked in advance.
Martina Franca.
A very elegant town, if you are here in summer you can see the 'Festival della valle d'Itria' with Opera, Concerts and Classical Music. A rich Antiques Market where you can find antiques from Puglia.
IN FRANCAVILLA FONTANA
For breakfast, there are many bars in Francavilla where you can relax on the terrace, our favourites are the "Giba" in Piazza Umberto I or "Bar del Corso" in Corso Umberto I. Then in via Capitano di Castri you'll find other bars with outdoor tables and the "Sardano" patisserie.
Our favourite is a secret place, a tiny pasticceria( patisserie), called “Sapori” and hidden in a house at 74 via Francesco Flora. It has traditional Sunday desserts that are delicious.
The bakery in Francavilla is called "Forno" and the breads are always produced on site, from traditional to new proposals made with local flours. We love the typical, compact "pane di grano" or the "frise" to eat as a snack, freshly soaked in water and dressed with oil, salt, tomato and oregano. We recommend "Lu Furnu a Petra" in via Giovanni di Castri 3, with delicious “taralli” in a variety of flavours or "Nuova Pan Sud" in via Barbaro Forleo, 29 where you can find ready-made traditional dishes.
Francavilla is known for its
"confetti ricci" (curly sugared almonds), which are made only here. They are covered with small drops of sugar to create a rippled effect and can be found in Piazza Umberto I, or near the Imperiali Castle.
The famous
“Spumone” ice cream from the
"Gelateria Artigiana Lillino" (ex-Bar Juve) in via Regina Elena 90.
Try
the mozzarella, the primosale cheese, the fiordilatte, the
ricotta and the mature cheeses that you can find everywhere and are always produced in the nearby
“masserie” (the farms here).
SHOPPING
Every Saturday morning in Francavilla there is the largest market in the province, clothing, shoes, accessories, food, vintage, you can find everything at affordable prices, if you want to have a fun and authentic experience you have to go there. Remember to haggle over the price a little, it's standard practice and no one will be offended.
Proximity
Supermarkets in Francavilla:
Open from 8.00 to 13.30 and from 17.00 to 20.30
Remember that here in Apulia the shops open early and close late in the evening with a long break between 1.30 and 5 p.m. because it has always been customary to take a siesta.
The shops are closed on Thursday afternoons.
Magicaè Supermarkets - Spiazzo de Fazio, 8, open all day
Saturday Famila Supermarket - Via Oria also open on Sunday morning
Cam Supermarket
- Via Regina Elena for delicious meat
Eurospin Supermarket - Via Appia also open Sunday morning
USEFUL ADDRESSES
Municipal Police, Via S. Vito, 142,
Carabinieri, Via G.Falcone P.Borsellino, 34,
Emergency Medical Service, Via Monsig. Armando Franco, 9
Fire Brigade, Via Barbaro Forleo, 72
Hospital Dario Camberlingo, Viale M. delle Grazie,
Delle Grazie Pharmacy, Viale Spagna 1,
San Lorenzo Pharmacy, Via Trento,
Bungaro Pharmacy, Corso Umberto I,
Alto Salento Veterinary Clinic - Via per Grottaglie, Km 1,
MALFUNCTIONS
To report problems and inefficiencies in the structure contact
the reception or via Whatsapp
Home Rules
RECOMMENDATIONS
Guests are kindly requested to keep an eye on their personal belongings.
The hosts are not responsible for their safekeeping.
Please ensure the front door of your accommodation is closed and take care of the keys.
Do not leave the keys inserted in the door lock.
Guests must return the keys before departure.
Loss of the house keys will result in a charge to cover the replacement of the lock and the full set of keys.
Please remember to close the umbrellas in front of the houses when not in use, to prevent damage caused by wind.
Driving inside the gated area is allowed only during check-in and check-out for luggage transport.
It is strictly forbidden to climb on the
Trullo to avoid damaging the cones.
BARBECUE
Barbecues are available in the utility room for guest use.
Guests may use them in the area around their accommodation, taking care not to disturb others and remaining vigilant about fire risks.
POOL
The pool is available for shared use by guests of the three accommodations.
Outdoor showers are freely available and must be used before entering the pool to avoid altering the water’s pH balance.
It is forbidden to move umbrellas and sun loungers from the solarium area. Umbrellas must be closed when not in use and in case of wind to prevent damage.
Guests are expected to use the equipment responsibly and are accountable for their own safety.
Children are not allowed in the pool unless accompanied by an adult.
Pets must be supervised at all times and never left unattended, for their safety and that of others.
Pets are not allowed in the pool. Access to the solarium is only permitted under the owner's supervision and with the consent of all other guests present at the time.
Pool maintenance will be carried out by our staff, with prior notice via message to guests.
SECURITY
Each accommodation is equipped with a full and perimeter alarm system, to be used at the guests’ discretion and under their own responsibility. Guests are responsible for their personal belongings. In the event of an alarm activation, a security officer will carry out an inspection at the property after making a phone call.
The fencing ensures protection against intrusions by animals and people. The main gate and the side gate by the drying area must therefore remain closed at all times, day and night.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Recycling bins are located behind the main house and are for use by all guests. Waste will be regularly collected by a Vita Vivet staff member.
Please separate your waste carefully into the appropriate bins.
AIR CONDITIONING
Each accommodation is equipped with a heating system (active only in winter) and air conditioning. Please handle the remote controls with care and do not move them from their assigned rooms.
Turn off the air conditioning when not inside the accommodation.
LAUNDRY AND UTILITY ROOM
A washing machine is available for all guests. Each accommodation has a portable drying rack or can use the outdoor drying area outside the fence (the gate key is included with the key set).
An additional refrigerator is available for guests of the Guest House and the Trullo.
Cleaning and ironing equipment is also available for guest use.
A GENTLE TOUCH OF CARE, JUST LIKE AT HOME
If you feel like it, don’t hesitate to give a little water to the plants around your accommodation on the hottest days — they’ll be grateful!
Outside, you might come across our black cat, her name is Micetta: she’s affectionate and used to living outdoors.
No need to worry — she’s part of the house, chose to live here herself, and knows how to respect your space.
If you like, feel free to give her a little cuddle. Micetta keeps watch over Vita Vivet and takes care of the homes’ safety.
She has a food dispenser behind the Trullo, which she shares with a few of her friends who stop by from time to time.
She’s been spayed and is regularly vaccinated.
Electric Vehicle Charging Service
We are pleased to offer our guests the possibility to charge their electric vehicle directly at the B&B.
Rate applied:
€0.60 per kWh consumed
The consumption will be monitored through the charging system and communicated at check-out.
The rate includes energy costs, infrastructure use, and service.
For more information or to request access to the service, please contact us.
Thank you for contributing to a more sustainable stay! 🌿