Giardini di Marzo - Biohof mit Eseln in der Natur from €26.00 per night

Hello, we are a German-Italian couple, Ute (former fashion and costume designer, now a hiking guide in Puglia) and Mario (former sound engineer and music producer, now a multitasker, cook, photographer, landscape designer, and passionate donkey whisperer). We run the organic farm 'Giardini di Marzo' with our eight donkeys, our five dogs, and our farm cat. Our farm is located in the middle of an extensive Mediterranean botanical garden, between the foothills of the Valle d'Itria (Valley of the Trulli) and the Salento (the heel of the boot). The strategically favorable location, in close proximity to the Adriatic and Ionian Seas (approx. 35 minutes by car), offers an ideal starting point for exploring Puglia's most famous sights, such as Lecce, Otranto, Gallipoli, Ostuni, Alberobello, and Matera, as well as for hiking, cycling, or with a real donkey. Thanks to its mild climate, Puglia is very diverse and charming even outside of peak season. Whether it's in spring during the almond blossom season, at Easter with the traditional Easter processions, "I Misteri" in Taranto or "I Pappamusci" in Francavilla Fontana (both very close to us!), in autumn during the olive harvest, or at Christmas with the folkloric living nativity scenes in rock caves. And for those who can't stand warm temperatures, in winter (January/February/March), with an average of 12°C, you can hike, cycle, and visit cities and museums without the crowds of tourists. If all that isn't in the mood, you can relax undisturbed in our garden on a lounger or hammock, or chat with one of our eight curious donkeys about the meaning of life... Our organic farm, 'Giardini di Marzo,' offers four shady pitches for motorhomes (max. 8 x 2.34 m), caravans, camper vans, or tents in an authentic, natural setting. Each pitch has a spacious private garden area and its own reliable electrical connection (included). Garbage cans for separate waste disposal and a communal sink for washing up are located centrally on the site and can be used free of charge by all guests. In the immense park of approximately 20,000 square meters, which is atmospherically lit at night, there is a "communal area" under a large walnut tree, equipped with tables, chairs, and hammocks, where you can gather for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or simply a glass of wine. Not far from the "communal area," there is an original stone tower with a farm shop and two bathrooms with toilets, showers, and an outdoor shower available for an additional charge. Children up to 6 years old and pets are free. In our farm shop, you can purchase our award-winning organic olive oil "Oro Messapico," an excellent "Aceto Balsamico di Puglia," a unique "Regina Spinosa" prickly pear elixir, and many other high-quality products from our own production, as well as products from friendly organic farms, such as pasta, wine, cheese, and baked goods. During the summer months, we offer a rustic dinner twice a week, and occasionally we fire up the wood-fired oven and host a pizza night outdoors. Throughout the year, we offer tours of the botanical garden, professional olive oil tastings with Mario, and Mediterranean cooking classes. We also organize donkey trekking, individual day trips, and guided hikes. Ute is happy to provide insider tips on cultural excursions or the most beautiful hiking and biking tours. The sun shines here, every day! Very important information! We are not a traditional campsite with 24-hour service, but rather a working organic farm, and therefore we can only welcome guests by prior arrangement. Those who arrive spontaneously should expect to wait in front of the locked entrance gate. Therefore, please contact us in advance by phone, WhatsApp, or email to agree on an approximate arrival time. Please check in after the 'holy siesta,' i.e., from 4 p.m. until we open! Unfortunately, we do not have any facilities for disposing of grey or black water, as we are not connected to the public sewer system, but operate a biological wastewater treatment plant! However, there is a nearby gas station where you can use this disposal service. Otherwise, we have two comfortable bathrooms with hot water, a toilet, and a shower for our guests' sanitary needs, as well as the option to fill water tanks; both for a small fee.