Antica Masseria In Vendita Nel Salento.

About 1 km from the clear and crystalline waters of the Ionian Sea beaches, this ancient 1800s masseria with a 16th-century tower covers 2,000 sqm of indoor space, featuring a tennis court, 2 swimming pools, and 3 hectares of land.

The masseria, in perfect structural condition and currently used as an agritourism facility, represents the typical rural building settlement of its era in Puglia. Historical documents, including the 1750 land registry, attest to its existence.

It is characterized by:
- Ancient star-shaped vaults made of tuff from the Avetrana quarries
- Thick perimeter walls finished with lime
- Dry stone walls defining the boundaries
- Typical Mediterranean vegetation surrounding the property, creating a perfect blend of rustic charm and ancient allure

The main building at the entrance spans two levels, giving it a regal and imposing appearance. Its numerous rooms feature star vault ceilings on the ground floor and barrel vaults on the upper floor.

Many details recall the masseria lifestyle, such as:
- Stables with feeding troughs now converted into guest rooms
- Large lounges
- Twelve fireplaces in various rooms

The upper floor has always served as the manor house, with three bedrooms, a large lounge with sea views, a kitchen with a fireplace, two bathrooms, and two beautiful terraces.

Currently, there are 12 guest rooms, each with a private bathroom and antechamber. The existing stables could be converted into eight very spacious rooms or serve as a relaxation area for guests if the property continues as a hospitality facility.

The restaurant area is very large and can accommodate about one hundred people. It includes:
- Bathrooms compliant with regulations and accessible to disabled guests
- A huge industrial kitchen equipped for meal preparation, complete with a fireplace and oven
- Changing rooms and bathrooms for staff

The property also includes a laundry area serving the facility.

The large covered area allows for the creation of additional rooms or common spaces for guests, offering significant potential for the masseria.

Two large pools with views of the tower provide refreshing relief during the hot Salento summer days.

The land, about 1 hectare, is arable, with a space dedicated to horseback riding. Additionally, there is a tennis court, ample parking areas, and a currently unused camping area.

The masseria, with its characteristic rural features, requires no major renovation. The last intervention was carried out in 2001. It is equipped with compliant systems and holds all necessary certifications, authorizations, and licenses for the activity.

This unique property has great potential. Through conservative restoration, recovery, and expansion aimed at enhancing the masseria’s historical and cultural value, it could be restored to its former glory, gaining uniqueness, especially given its location just 900 meters from the Ionian Sea beaches, 29 km from the baroque city of Lecce, and 62 km from Brindisi airport.