Mr & Mrs Smith Masseria Calderisi

If the Italian countryside promises abundance, then intimate boutique stay Masseria Calderisi is very generous indeed. This former Puglian farmhouse, which dates back to the 17th century, has just 24 rooms (and oodles of space throughout), but grounds that widely fan out into a leafy buffer between a private beach and charming commune Fasano. It’s fertile ground for groves of all kinds, a giving kitchen garden for authentic Apullian feasts, and space to bike, swim and sip local wines or check out the charming restored chapel onsite. Rustic it may be, but there’s no getting your hands dirty (unless you take a cookery class): country decor feels fresh and modern, buzzy beachlife is close by, and the Moorish-style roof terrace is set for stargazing. Whether you’ve a budding romance or want a full-bloom honeymoon, this fruitful stay will grow on you.