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# Romantic Masseria Alchimia in Fasano, Puglia

> Masseria Alchimia is a romantic 10-apartment boutique retreat set in a converted 17th-century hermitage near Fasano, Puglia, surrounded by ancient olive groves and offering seclusion, tranquillity, and easy access to beaches, golf, and exceptional local cuisine.

## Destination
Fasano, Puglia, approximately 50 km south of Bari, in the heel of the Italian boot.

## Getting there
Fly into Bari; the article mentions Helvetic Airways flights from Zurich. A rental car is recommended for reaching the masseria and exploring the region.

## When to go
Puglia has a Mediterranean climate suitable for a relaxing vacation; no specific seasonal recommendation is given in the article.

## Why visit
A secluded, design-led retreat amid old olive trees with privacy, peaceful surroundings, and proximity to beaches, golf courses, outstanding restaurants, and designer outlets — ideal for discerning travellers seeking rest and authentic Puglian experiences.

## What to see
- **Masseria Alchimia grounds** — Impressive tree-lined driveway leading to the converted mansion set amid green-brownish olive-grove landscape.
- **Anticalama Resort & Agriturismo, Pezze di Greco** — Romantic mansion-turned-restaurant serving delicious Puglian food and wines with attentive service.
- **Ristorante La Maddalena, Savelletri** — Highly recommended fish restaurant; crudo di mare starter and fresh fish are highlights.

## What to do
- **Beach clubs — White Beach Club (Torre Canne) & Lido di Bambù** — A few minutes by car from the masseria; Alchimia guests receive special rates on sun loungers and umbrellas.
- **San Domenico Golf** — Warmly recommended golf course in the proximity of the masseria.
- **Coccaro Golf Club** — Nine-hole golf course nearby, another option for golfers.
- **Evolution Outlet, Polignano a Mare** — Designer-outlet shop about 20 minutes from the masseria, offering bags, shoes, and fashion.
- **Molfetta Fashion District** — Village-style complex of designer and brand outlet stores.
- **Massages, yoga, and Pilates sessions** — The masseria can arrange massages, private yoga, and Pilates sessions on site.

## Good to know
Masseria Alchimia is self-catering with kitchen nooks in all apartments; the host Caroline Groszer provides insider restaurant and activity tips. All apartments include satellite TV, WiFi, safe, and bathroom. Sizes range from one-room studios to a 140 m² deluxe apartment.

## Photos

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  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Olivenbaum-Apulien.jpg"
    caption: "Olive trees"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Zufahrt-Zypressen-Allee-Masseria-Alchimia.jpg"
    caption: "Driveway to Masseria Alchimia"
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    caption: "Masseria Alchimia"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Schlafzimmer-Masseria-Alchimia.jpg"
    caption: "Bedroom with a view"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Sonnenaufgang-Masseria-Alchimia.jpg"
    caption: "Sunrise at the private patio"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Gastgeberin-Caroline-Groszer-Masseria-Alchimia-Pilates.jpg"
    caption: "Host Caroline Groszer and her personal pilates trainer"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Amuse-Bouche-Maddalena-ristorante-sul-mare-Savelletri-Fasano.jpg"
    caption: "Amuse Bouche"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Anticalama-Resort-Restaurant-Agriturismo.jpg"
    caption: "Anticalama Resort & Agriturismo"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Teigwaren-Anticalama-Resort-Restaurant-Agriturismo.jpg"
    caption: "Pasta selection at Anticalama restaurant"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Himmelbett-Strand-White-Beach-Club-Torre-Canne.jpg"
    caption: "Beach at the White Beach Club in Torre Canne"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Sessel-Lido-Bambu-Surf-Beach-Capitolo-Puglia.jpg"
    caption: "Lido di Bambù"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Bagnino-Alberto-Walter-Schaerer-Lido-Bambu-Surf-Beach1.jpg"
    caption: "\"Bagnino\" Alberto and travelmemo.com's Walter Schaerer"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Green-Coccaro-Golf-Club.jpg"
    caption: "Green at Coccaro Golf Club"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Stoeckelschuhe-Evolution-Outlet-Shopping-Polignano.jpg"
    caption: "Colorful High-heels"
```