We love Villa Diana - so much that we have returned 7 times as a family. The setting is picturesque and very quiet with a lovely pool surrounded by loungers. The family Gianni, Diana and Paolo are so kind, helpful and welcoming. The tennis court is excellent. The beach is only 20 mins drive away and there are many places... More

We stayed here for a week in July 2010, my husband, myself and our two children, ages 9 and 7 years. The stone cottage "B" was our home - nice furnishings, good kitchen and spectacular outside patio & garden area! The kids enjoyed the comfortable pull out beds - they watched the World Cup every night as they feel asleep!... More

We first stayed here in 2004 and have returned regularly since. B&B accommodation is either atop the very imposing villa and boasts its own breakfast veranda or there are typical pugliesi stone cottages available too, all in spacious grounds enclosed by stone walls. For tennis appassionati, there are clay courts, while the less energetic can explore the beautifully kept gardens.... More

I first discovered the Villa 4 years ago and have returned 3 times. I have also had my son, his wife and my 18 month granddaughter stay at this location as well as some friends. These are perhaps the best endorsements one can give for this wonderful, calm setting that embodies every tourist’s dream of Italy. The WEB site’s pictures... More

We spent 7 days in Villa Diana, and made the right choice of appartment - we chose the one above the main residence (where the extended family still live), which was spacious and airy. It had a well-equipped kitchen, and the owners thoughtfully provided all the necessities for the first morning's breakfast. The only complaint we had about the rooms... More

17/09/08.. We have just returned from a wonderful trip to Puglia.We stayed at VILLA DIANA in Merine near Lecce which was a wonderful location, there is an apartment within the villa and 2 stone houses in the grounds [surrounded by olive groves and all kinds of fruit trees].We stayed in one of the stone houses ,both have air con which... More