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Cefalicchio Country House, Canosa, Puglia http://www.essentialitaly.co.uk/puglia_hotels_cefalicchio-country-house.php

Complimentary Prosecco and chocolates on arrival plus 5% reduction on published nightly rate for dates 10 – 17 February, 2012.

Set in the wonderful rolling countryside north of Bari, this beautiful country house takes you back in time. Originally built in the 1700’s, Cefalicchio has been lovingly restored keeping all the original features and now provides superb accommodation as part of a working farm – the 80 acres that make up the estate are packed full of fruit trees, olive groves and vineyards which are all put to very good use.

Located just a few kilometres from Andria, home to an impressive Castle (now a UNESCO site) and grand cathedral, Cefalicchio is in a great location for visiting many of the neighbouring small towns and villages including Trani, Canosa and Minervino.

A small spa area on the ground floor offers several treatments. The 7 en-suite rooms are all different in size and design – 3 double rooms, 2 suites and 2 apartments (with limited cooking facilities) are available making it a great choice for couples, friends and families alike. The glorious gardens provide both sun and shade and the pool is the perfect place to relax and cool off!

A fantastic restaurant offers tasty fare rustled up by the local and famous chef who will be able to tempt you to some really super Pugliese food, accompanied by some excellent wines from the Cefaliccio estate.

Location: Canosa 900m Andria 24km, Trani 35km, Barletta (nearest beach) 25km, Bari 70km, Ostuni 160km, Brindisi 190 km

Price: From £135 per night for a double room on a B&B basis

Casa Talia, Modica, Sicily – http://www.essentialitaly.co.uk/sicily_hotels_casa-talia.php

Complimentary Prosecco and chocolates on arrival

The town of Modica is one of the many little treasures to be discovered in Sicily. The heart of the Sicilian Baroque Architecture, Modica has a fantastic UNESCO protected historical centre..

This B&B is made up of a cluster of little old houses which have been beautifully converted into a marvellous cosy retreat with a timeless and chic ambience. A lovely little Mediterranean garden, overlooks the old town of Modica and the very impressive Duomo di San Giorgio – all spread out right in front of you! Casa Talia has just 8 stylish rooms, all accessed from the gardens, all independent with their own private terraces and all sharing the same stunning views of the super architecture and terracotta roofs.

Modica is not only a beautiful town, but it is also a great location to explore the rest of the area, whether it be more Baroque treasures in Noto, Ibla, and Scicli, or a relaxing day on one of the many lovely sandy beaches along the south coast.

Location: Ragusa Ibla 15km, Marina di Modica 21km, Marina di Ragusa 35km, Sampieri beach 25km, Scicli 11km, Siracusa 73km, Catania airport 123km, Noto 40km

Price: From £105 per night for a double room on a B&B basis

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Tel: 01223 460100
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