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Stories from Puglia

The Pistola Journal

Discover the history of our estate, the character of Puglia and ideas for a memorable stay with family and friends.

  • A week at Masseria Pistola

    The Canale di Pirro is a good place to discover that a week does not need to be filled. From Masseria Pistola, the view runs across a valley of vineyards and farmland. There are towns and a coast within reach, but there is also the simple pleasure of staying where you are: a shaded courtyard,…

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  • Choosing a large masseria in Puglia for a family gathering

    There is a particular pleasure in travelling with a large family when the days do not have to be spent organising everyone. Breakfast can unfold at different speeds; children find their cousins; someone disappears with a book; by evening, everyone returns to the same table. A masseria can make that kind of holiday possible, but…

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