Historic villa by the sea

A handsome and unique villa in an excellent decorative order located only 350 metres from the sea. This villa is perfectly positioned for those wanting a private peaceful surrounding but still in a very pretty little coastal town in Puglia, a short walk to restaurants and local amenities. This superb villa is well-appointed and suitable for both a family house or a B&B business.

Nestling in 3000 square meters beautiful Mediterranean gardens, the house is approached from the road via a private driveway leading to an ample parking and turning area. It is built in traditional stone style with characteristic vaulted ceilings and is made up of three units (main building, annex and a votive chapel) overlooking a large courtyard with different relaxing corners and an alfresco dining area. The main building measures 1000 square meters and is on three levels. On the ground floor there are two apartments of about 90 square meters each, featuring a living room, a kitchen and two bedrooms with private bathroom and stone fireplace. An ancient staircase leads up to the first floor which includes a welcoming entrance hall, a double living room, a modern kitchen where you can still admire the original so-called "cheap kitchen", and 4 bedrooms with private bathroom. On the lower floor there are the moat, the stables with feeders, the large fireplace with oven, the wells for irrigation and the cistern. The votive chapel and the annex complete this delightful property. Carefully restored, the house still retains many of its original features, including flooring and fireplaces. Spacious, elegant interior with all modern fittings, a perfect combination of elements, history, nature and welcoming surroundings makes this villa magnificent and unique in an area of outstanding natural beauty, a true point of reference for those who want to enjoy their time in one of the most enchanting locations in Italy.

Situated in the picturesque Santa Maria di Leuca, the southernmost point of the heel of Italy, it is one of the oldest properties of the area dating back to 1700, in fact the very first villa built in Santa Maria di Leuca. Indeed, in 2014 it has been declared an historical and artistic monument of national interest as provided by the art.10, paragraph 1, Legislative Decree 42/2004.

Do not miss the chance to visit it!