La Salentina Otranto, Carpignano Salentino, Italy

Sun, sand, thermal spas, culture and ancient history this charming holiday retreat is in reach of it all.

Conveniently located on the main street of a rural village, this characterful property comfortably sleeps four guests and occupies the ground floor of a historic, building from the 1600s. The detached property is surrounded by greenery and enjoys its own private leafy garden, a spacious sun terrace and a large jacuzzi-style pool which can be supplied with both hot and cold water.

Inside the property’s interior stylishly blends the old with the new. Exposed stone masonry, impressive star-vaulted ceilings and high, arched doorways provide the perfect contrast for the carefully curated modern interiors and lighting. The spacious open-plan living space is furnished with a large sofa and a dining table with chairs. The separate kitchen is fitted with; an oven, a cooker hob which has been set into an old fireplace oven, a dishwasher, a coffee machine and a fridge freezer. Both rooms lead out to the sun terrace.

Sleeping

Bedroom 1: The open plan ensuite bedroom is furnished with a king-size double bed, an open wardrobe and a small TV. This room also has access to the terrace

Extra: There is a double sofa bed in the living room

Bathrooms:

Bathroom 1: The ensuite bathroom is fitted with a shower, bidet, washbasin and a WC

Additional

• Private fenced garden • Terrace • Outside Dining • Amongst Greenery • In town • Air conditioning • Free Wi-Fi • Washing machine • Laundry facilities • Car recommended • Private parking • Pets allowed (by request & with a supplement) • Child friendly • Smoking is prohibited

Location

The charming village of Carpignano Salentino has a rich history influenced by the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Normans. This heritage is reflected in the town\'s architecture and cultural traditions. The village is just 10 minutes by car from the beautiful Salento coastline and a 20-minute drive from the capital Lecce, often referred to as the \"Florence of the South”.

Beach lovers will want to head to Torre dell\' Orso (a 17-minute drive), known for its incredible beaches, crystal-clear waters, fine white sand and striking limestone cliffs. This area\'s two most famous beaches are Spiaggia di Torre dell\' Orso and Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle (Beach of the Two Sisters). Another notable attraction nearby (a 20-minute drive) is the Grotta della Poesia (Cave of Poetry), a natural sea cave known for its emerald-green waters that has become popular for cliff diving and swimming.

Other popular excursions in the area include; a trip to Santa Maria di Leuca (a one-hour drive), the picturesque coastal town at the southernmost tip of Italy, a visit to Otranto (a 15-minute drive) known for its pretty seaside setting or a day relaxing at the picturesque seaside town of Santa Cesarea Terme where visitors can relax and rejuvenate at the town\'s thermal spas (a 30-minute drive away).

In August visitors flock to nearby Melpignano (a 9-minute drive) for the Notte della Taranta. The festival is named after the tarantula spider because it was believed that \"tarantism,\" caused by the bite of a tarantula could only be cured through music and dance. The festival cumulates in an internationally renowned concert.

The closest international airport is Brindisi-Salento Airport (BDS) approximately a one-hour drive from the accommodation.