If you’ve got a soft spot for homes with real character, it honestly doesn’t get much quirkier than buying a trullo house in Italy. Wake up every morning in a whitewashed, cone-roofed stone cottage, surrounded by ancient olive groves and the kind of countryside where time seems to slow down.
Pros of living in a trullo
There’s a proper magic to these UNESCO-protected dwellings that date back to the 15th century. Trulli aren’t just easy on the eyes, they’re actually a surprisingly eco-friendly option. The thick stone walls and distinctive conical roofs mean these homes stay naturally cool in summer and hold onto warmth in winter.
You’ll find rundown trulli houses for sale from around €20,000—most need plenty of TLC, so they’re brilliant if you enjoy a project. On the flip side, there are luxury trulli with pools, arched stone living rooms, and domed ceilings that feel more like a boutique hotel than a farmhouse.
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Spacious trullo with indoor pool
This one’s on the higher end at €2,200,000—a large six-room trullo with a basement, an indoor heated pool (so swims aren’t just for summer) and solar panels to help with the bills.
It’s roughly 40 minutes from Brindisi if you like the idea of being near the coast, and there’s definitely plenty of room to spread out. The place feels super private, with lush lawns and a poolside spot that’s all about lazy afternoons and shade from the fruit trees.
Trulli and villas complex for groups or projects
A proper ‘choose your own adventure’ trullo setup on the market for €1,950,000. Two classic trulli, some lamie buildings, and four separate villas all tucked around a big, inviting pool. It’s got the look of a little hamlet, with ancient olive trees scattered about and plenty of green space. Easy to imagine shared dinners under the stars or a few friends chipping in for a bigger dream.
Cosy trullo with olive trees
Located near Ostuni, this cheap trullo for sale has gone down to €160,000 from €165,000. Here you get those charming round trulli cones, terracotta pots everywhere, and the feel of being hidden away in the olive groves outside Ostuni.
There’s an almost fairytale quality to the courtyard—nothing flash, but if you’re drawn to quirky old stonework and sunny breakfasts outside, this place has it in spades.
Recently renovated four-cone trullo with views
This 6-room trullo dating from the early 1900s has been freshly renovated and is for sale at €305,000. It comes with its own Zen garden and has plenty of potential for outdoor development. Step inside and it’s all honeyed stone arches, with little alcoves for books or candles. With sweeping panoramic views and that classic four-cone roofline, it’s got both heritage and harmony in one.
Outdoor-focused trullo abode
Not fancy, but authentic, this €80,000 trullo in San Vito dei Normanni is all about big outdoor living, with loads of space to BBQ, park your bike, or bask in the sunshine.
The inside covers 120m², and it comes with about 8,500 m² of land and a good-sized veranda. The courtyard’s made for pottering or a glass of wine with friends—everything’s pared-back, and it has a lovely do-it-yourself charm.
One-person trullo with land to expand
If you’re after something very simple, there’s this affordable trullo for just €60,000. The plot is 2,300 m², and the trullo itself only covers around 50m² . The property dates from 1900 and has just enough room for one or two and a patch of land for veggies or a hammock garden. It’s in need of a bit of imagination, but for anyone who likes the idea of a manageable project, it’s probably not a bad shout.
Panoramic estate with Mediterranean gardens
This fairytale trullo with epic views is set on a gentle hillside in Selva di Fasano and is going for €389,000. It is covered in flowering vines and Mediterranean shrubs, with a terrace looking out over the valley.
The stone well and lush garden corners make it feel secretive and properly old-world. It has a collection of three separate buildings, offering eight rooms and a fireplace for winter nights.
If you’re finding yourself daydreaming about stone walls, olive groves and that slow Apulian pace, there are loads more trulli-type houses for sale scattered across the region.
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