Villa Tenuta, Puglia
PUGLIA, ITALY
6 BR | 5 BA | SLEEPS 14
Discovered in a state of semi-abandonment, this 19th-century neo-classical villa for rent in Italy was brought back to its original beauty following its purchase from the local priest.
Originally built by a noble merchant family from nearby Lecce, the villa sits on the site of a 17th-century chapel, which is still standing today and from where you can enjoy the gentle breezes and amazing views of the valley below.
Elegant and timeless, the restorations were an inspired and respectful labor of love, that have preserved every graceful feature while infusing it with a few spirited, modern elements and leaving its soul and enduring beauty undisturbed.
Constructed of local limestone with terrazzo floors and dramatic vaulted interiors, the design's grand proportions and unique details are typical of the area, staying true to its southern Italian roots.
Surrounded by orchards, formal gardens and vegetable gardens, this stately masseria will help you get back in touch with nature, reconnect with a simpler way of life and enjoy la dolce vita.
Location
Airport
Brindisi Airport (38km)
Just 15 minutes from the coast, this region of Puglia sits below the ancient Appian Way between the Ionian and Adriatic. A mix of rich, layered cultures from over 2,000 years of invasion, conquest and settlement, the Salento Peninsula features some of the most interesting historical sites in southern Italy.
The charming and unique UNESCO trulli dwellings, and the medieval city of Ostuni of Alberobello are less than an hours drive, and the stunning Baroque city of Lecce, known as the Florence of the south, is thirty minutes south. The Torre Guaceto beach and marine reserve is within a half hour drive north and Porto Cesareos on the Ionian side is a thirty minute drive to turquoise waters.
The big city port town of Brindisi is within a half hour and the capital city of Bari is just over an hour's drive. And don't miss the spectacular underground caves of Castellana Grotte.