Charming Trullo and Lamia to Restore – Surrounded by Olive Trees

Situated on a generous plot of land of almost 1 hectare, surrounded by 100 olive trees, this property is ideal for those seeking a tranquil retreat with plenty of potential for modernization and customisation. With a little vision and care, this could become a stunning example of contemporary living fused with Puglian tradition.

The location is in the countryside outside of Latiano, yet only 7 km from town. Services are already connected, including an Artesian well for unlimited water supply. WHAT TO SEE IN THE AREA:
From the property, the beaches of the Adriatic Sea can be easily reached in approximately 30 minutes. Torre Santa Sabina and Specchiolla are two seaside places with many beaches, restaurants and cafes, and nearby is the beautiful nature reserve Torre Guaceto by the sea. It offers an attractive escape from beach resorts as you find unspoiled beaches and no cars allowed here. The parking is at the visitor’s centre, and there are organized nature walks, cycle trekking and snorkelling trips.

The property has the advantage of being not far from central areas of world interest such as the mile-long amazing caves of Castellana; the archaeological excavations of the Roman Egnatia by the Adriatic coastline; the Trulli houses of Alberobello- a UNESCO World Heritage site: the beautiful white town of Ostuni, located on top of a hill with fantastic sea views; the medieval town of Oria; the wealthy baroque town of Martina Franca; the petite and charming Cisternino, the Zoo Safari Park of Fasano (lots of fun for children and adults alike); the caves of Polignano a Mare, well known also for its tasty ice cream; Grottaglie famous for its ceramics and old stone carvings; and last but not least the famous baroque city of Lecce which is called the Florence of the South. Lecce can be reached in 55 minutes and has countless medical churches and a great richness of architecture. In town, there is also the famous Roman amphibian theatre, used for music and drama performances in the open during the summer season. Lecce is a beautiful town for long walks, enjoying the fantastic atmosphere, bars, outside restaurants and great shops.

Further to the south, inland Salento has several charming historical villages with ancient history. The advantage of staying in a village is being able to socialize with Italian neighbours, walk to the café and buy a newspaper and a cup of coffee in the morning and have all amenities within reach during daytime and nighttime. The townhouses often come with a garden and roof terrace, and it’s fascinating to open the simple door from the street – and inside, almost like a little palace with a garden!
In Sternatina and Martignano to the south of Lecce, the villagers still speak antique Greek.
Maglie is like a mini Lecce and has many fine buildings. Muro Leccese is smaller and represents a small town/village with a satisfactory architectural history. Cutrofiano is famous for French holiday home ownership. Ruffano has many fine old buildings for sale, waiting to find new owners and to be restored. Surano has a small town centre with very nice antique buildings for sale. Spongano is a small village surrounded by olive groves. Here you can see secluded, grand villas and country retreats owned by foreigners and families from North Italy who come to relax in rural Salento.
The east coast of Salento is rougher than the southwest and for people who enjoy the sea and fishing. It is somewhat more elegant than the East Coast. Castro is beautiful with its location on top of the cliff by the sea and many villas with direct access to the sea. Santa Cesarea Terme is a very popular spa resort with a beautiful setting and bay.
The cost from Santa Maria di Leuca to Gallipoli has many fine sandy beaches. The villages are perhaps not the prettiest but have room for beach life, pizzerias, restaurants, and disco music in the summertime.
Santa Catarina is well known also for its many fine villas in the area, some antique.
The sea outside Porto Cesareo, further up the coast, is probably the most beautiful and fantastic sunset.