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Villa delle Palme

Torre Suda, Torre Suda & Capilungo, Puglia

FROM £ 2,416 PER WEEK

Accommodation

Main House: Spacious open plan living/dining room (TV) with patio doors to pool and side terraces. Kitchen (oven, microwave). Corridor (A/C) leading to: Two double bedrooms. Shower room. WiFi.
Annexe: Open plan living/dining area (TV, A/C) with kitchen (oven, microwave) and French windows to front and side terraces. Twin bedroom. Shower room. Double bedroom with en suite shower room. Covered terrace. WiFi.
Outside: Enclosed grounds of garden and olive grove. Dining terrace with barbecue. Pergola with seating area. Pathway to olive grove with seating area. Private parking.
Private swimming pool (11m x 6m) with corner shallow area.

We are delighted that the stars aligned to offer us this eminently comfortable family friendly home, with its fabulous pool terrace set in enclosed lush gardens, ideally positioned to enjoy southwest Puglia’s stunning Salento coastline, with the seafront only 1.6km away.

Consisting of two self-contained units with their own facilities, as well as spacious communal areas to congregate, Villa delle Palme would lend itself well to two families or multi-generational groups. Parents can easily keep an eye on youngsters, with the larger than average swimming pool conveniently close to the house. It is encircled by a lovely wrap-around terrace, with ample space to soak up the sun, whilst an outdoor lounge and a dining area are each shaded by an attractive pergola. All this nestles in a beautifully landscaped garden, mostly laid to lawn and burgeoning with palm trees and Mediterranean planting.

Meanwhile the level of comfort inside surpasses the norm, with not one but two inviting lounge areas, and two kitchens and dining rooms providing flexibility for mixed parties. Or if outdoor cooking is more of a draw, the barbecue area is ready for action! Large glass doors throughout the house and annexe make for light interiors and a seamless indoor/outdoor feel.

Villa delle Palme is set just over a kilometre back from the shore, which is characterised by low lying rocky ledges where the crystal clear Ionian waters are perfect for snorkelling. A cluster of amenities around the iconic tower of Torre Suda (1.6km) include a minimarket, a few cafés and restaurants, tennis courts and a playground. Sandy beaches are also close by, at Mancaversa (4.5km) and the gorgeous Punta della Suina (9km) which is set in a protected natural reserve. When you’re ready for some culture and Baroque architecture, the little historic town of Ugento is only 12km away, and don’t miss Gallipoli (20km) whose maze-like old town perches on an island connected by a 17th-century bridge.

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Great Things to Do Near Villa delle Palme

Try a water sport

Surf sports and sailing are popular here, and some companies offer kayak and SUP hire. There are also dive schools offering full PADI courses down to beginner level snorkelling tours.

Go snorkelling

The unbelievably clear waters of the Salento coastline are perfect for snorkellers, so take your gear down to the sea and see what you can see!

A coastal hike

Don your walking shoes for a breathtaking walk along the cliffs on the east coast of the Salento peninsula. Just north of Santa Maria di Leuca, the 'Sentiero delle Cipolliane' route is 2.5km, or 5km including the return, and features caves, traditional stone dwellings and a stunning natural setting.

Ugento

Small but perfectly formed, Ugento is worth a visit for its archaeological heritage, including Baroque churches, an archaeological museum, and Messapian remains (the Messapians were a tribe who inhabited this region in classical antiquity).

Florence of the South

Otherwise known as Lecce, the capital of Puglia. It is a city that fully embraced the Baroque style of architecture. Much remains today making Lecce a wonderful city to walk around. Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce and see if you can spot, on its ornate façade, griffins, dodos, angels and sheep…

Local delicacies await

A simple local favourite is Pittule, fried dough balls which are often made for festive occasions. Another street food, Pucce are soft rolls made with semolina flour bread rolls and baked in wood ovens. They can have various fillings such as olives, tomatoes and ricotta. And Pitta di Patate is a cheese-topped potato pie with a tasty filling of tomatoes, onions, capers, black olives, and anchovies.

Day trip to Otranto

One of the larger towns in the area, Otranto is culturally rich, with its 15th century Aragonese Castle and an 11th-century Cathedral famous for its unusual mosaic floors. Wander its seafront, wide squares and back streets filled with boutiques and restaurants. The Punta Palascìa Lighthouse just south of the town marks the most easterly point of mainland Italy.

Beach days

When you are ready to hit the beach, there are many to choose from in this stretch of coastline. One of the most alluring is Punta della Suina, near Gallipoli, with its Caribbean-esque turquoise waters, and backdrop of dunes and natural vegetation.

Enjoy the sunset

whilst savouring a cocktail or some excellent fresh seafood from the seafront at Gallipoli.

The island town of Gallipoli

makes for a lovely day out just wandering its picturesque cobbled streets, soaking up the history and pausing for refreshment. Youngsters may enjoy riding the little tourist train whilst deciding which gelato flavours to ask for!