The luxury of a mini-apartment with a breathtaking terrace, where the sky will enchant you Located on the top floor of Casa La Torre, guests staying there enjoy a spacious bedroom and a breathtaking view of the historic centre.
Decorated with white chianca pavemtens and a solid wood ceiling with exposed beams throughout, the suite is split across two floors (second and third floor of Casa La Torre). The second floor is a double bedroom with a private bathroom, an open wardrobe, a living area and a ‘Juliette’ balcony. In addition, on the upper floor there is a comfortable sofa bed for a third guest if needed, a second bathroom and a kitchen area for simple preparations.
The private terrace overlooks the village of Via Perrini, an ideal place to start the day with a relaxing breakfast or enjoy the return from the sea at sunset among the baroque churches of the historic centre.
Both rooms of the Fico d’India Suite are also equipped with air conditioning and hairdryer, radiator, free wifi, HD TV, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, Netflix and wardrobe.
Ideal for families or couples with a third guest, the Fico d’India Suite gives complete autonomy to our guests who need a kitchen area for summer preparations, an outdoor space and the comfort of a quiet accommodation in the heart of Monopoli’s historic centre.
What is the history of the Prickly Pear?
A very ancient fruit, probably originating in Mexico, it rests on the blades of a tree that can reach 4-5 metres in height. It is said that the plant arrived in the Old World around 1493, the year Christopher Columbus’ expedition returned to Lisbon. From here it quickly spread throughout the Mediterranean basin where it naturalised to the point of becoming a characteristic element of the Mediterranean landscape.
Located on the ground floor, the Carrubo room (Casa La Torre Puglia) is ideal for couples looking for a comfortable, practical solution, a “base” to return to many times from the sea or from short excursions that the Itria Valley offers.
The Carrubo room (Casa La Torre Puglia) offers a comfortable space in typical Apulian style and, being located on the ground floor, is an excellent solution for travellers with reduced mobility or small children. An independent room overlooking the old town 150m from the sea, it has a double bed (or two single beds on request). The floor in chianca, a typical Apulian limestone slab, reflects the architecture of the place, making light colours and typical details prevail. The room also has a functional shower and hairdryer, air conditioning, free wifi, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, HD TV, Netflix and a wardrobe and an outdoor table.
What is the carob tree?
An evergreen tree and a protected species in Apulia, the carob tree is a typical Mediterranean plant, the fruits of which are mainly used to obtain flour (carob flour) or to be eaten raw.
The ancient Greeks and Romans used carob seeds as a unit of measurement, known as the keration. This unit is still used today to measure the weight of gemstones. That’s in fact where the word carat comes from!
Consisting of a comfortable reading area and a relaxing double bedroom, the Melograno room (Casa La Torre Puglia) offers maximum comfort after a day at the seaside or a walk through the countryside and around the town. Located on the first floor overlooking the historic centre, the room has a double bed (or two single beds on request), and a small ‘Juliette’ balcony.
The solid wood ceiling with exposed beams and floor in chianca, a typical Apulian limestone slab, reflects the architecture of the place, making light colours and typical details prevail. The room also has a functional shower and hairdryer, air conditioning, free wifi, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, HD TV, Netflix and an open wardrobe. Gli ospiti che alloggiano nella stanza Stanza Melograno presso Casa La Torre Puglia) godono di una sublime stanza da letto in chianca bianca e soffitto in legno massello con travi a vista.
What does the pomegranate represent?
What does the pomegranate represent? Also known as the fruit of fertility, this tree produces the elegant-looking pomegranate fruit, as well as being extremely nutritious. In fact, the pomegranate is worshipped by many cultures in the Mediterranean and Central Asia for its therapeutic properties. The pomegranate is a symbol of fertility and abundance for the Christian tradition as well as a symbol of the Sun for the cult of Zoroaster (Persia).
Nestled in the heart of the old town of Monopoli, also known as the old Jewish ghetto, Sea & Tradition B&b in only a stone’s throw from the charming Cala Portavecchia beach and the beautiful Cathedral of Maria Santissima della Madia.
Sea & Tradition B&b is a bright and spacious accommodation enclosed in a romantic colonnade in line with the local architecture and the traditional design.
The typical barrel vaults and the furniture with its pastel colours gives a light feel to the bedroom, with plenty of natural light coming through during the day, also thanks to its lovely balcony which you can access at anytime.
Ideal for couples looking for a comfortable yet practical solution, this is your home to rest up after a day at the beach or a short excursion around the local area.
The room is equipped with a comfortable king-size bed, a single bed and a comfortable French sofa bed in order to meet the needs of couples and families.
With independent access and a private bathroom, Sea & Tradition B&b guarantees the comfort that everyone expects for a holiday between sea and tradition.
Also, our guests love Sea&Tradition for its convenient location, the comforts of a spacious bedroom and the lovely balcony. From the B&b you can go for a stroll in the old town, exploring the several churches and crypts hidden in the streets and alleys, or find out more about the local history through its squares and monuments.
In addition, Sea & Tradition B&b is very close to many typical restaurants, where you can enjoy tasty local dishes using fresh and home-made ingredients in typical Apulian style
E’ possibile infatti fare una camminata lungo i vecchi palazzi e perdersi nei vicoli circondati da chiese e cripte fino a ripercorrere le cinta murarie che un tempo proteggevano la città vecchia.
In addition, Sea & Tradition B&b is very close to many typical restaurants, where you can enjoy tasty local dishes using fresh and home-made ingredients in typical Apulian style.
