Found outside the port of Brindisi, perched on a hilltop close to the picturesque beaches of the Adriatic coast, a more enchanting Italian holiday resort than Cisternino you could not hope to find. Dry stone huts in the traditional white-washed style populate the town and surrounding area, a distinctive form of architecture making Cisternino a site of great historic significance. There are abundant activities here to fill a tranquil short break, such as hiking through the fertile countryside that makes up the Salento wine region; photographing the attractive mediaeval buildings, or people-watching with an ice-cream in one of several community squares.
Renting holiday accommodation in Cisternino
Many Italians keep second homes in Cisternino, so there is no shortage of holiday rentals available for the discerning traveller. Renting villas in Cisternino is a fantastic way to experience life in this serene location – especially since it gives you the opportunity to self-cater and sample regional delicacies including olives, grapes and dairy produce. HouseTrip also offer apartments in Cisternino, many of which have car parking nearby, so you easily can take a day-trip out to explore traditional fishing villages along the coast. Alternatively, you needn’t travel far to encounter rolling sheep-filled pastures and rows of delicious-smelling vibes where you can take in the fresh pine-scented air and truly unwind. Then it’s back to your lovely Cisternino apartments to cool off before a gentle stroll around town, perhaps stopping at a roadside restaurant for a meal.