Antica Villa dei Glicini

Ruffano

This historical house was built in 1790 as a hunting lodge, and its baroque façade is quite remarkable. The main house and the former stable buildings have been carefully restored to provide comfort and privacy.

Dating back to the end of the 18th century, the garden was conceived at the same time as the house and structured according to philosophical concepts, giving it a unique atmosphere. It is a large, walled rectangle, with beautiful niches at the cardinal points and a stone pergola running along the perimeter. Two paved pathways divide the rectangle into four parts, a symbol of paradise, with a champion magnolia tree at the center, providing a haven of peace and shade.

The collection of plants, notably wisteria, climbing roses, and cacti, will delight amateurs. The pool was designed to preserve the ancient symmetry: the main pathway, which runs longitudinally through the garden and crosses the pool, is as if suspended over the water.
A stone staircase leads to a roof terrace with a shaded seating area, perfect for enjoying the view of the garden and sunset drinks.

NEARBY AND DISTANCES

The property is in a very secluded position in the middle of the countryside, accessible by a charming country lane.

The neighboring villages of Specchia, Ruffano, and Tricase are among the best-preserved villages in Salento. With its central location, this is an ideal starting point to visit the area and enjoy the rocky side of the Adriatic coast or the sandy beaches of the Ionian coast.

MAIN DISTANCES

53 km from the Lecce station
103 km from Brindisi airport
220 km from Bari airport

DETAILDED DESCRIPTION

The main house faces the garden directly. It comprises two large master bedrooms with four-poster beds and en-suite bathrooms. A sitting room with an open fire, the main kitchen, and a TV area are also in this part. A famous contemporary artist, David Tremlett, created murals for the entrance hall.

The whole building enjoys floor heating, making it comfortable in all seasons. There are lateral patios on either side, one of which is shaded for outdoor dining. The former stables have been transformed to accommodate five twin bedrooms (double upon request), each accessed from the garden, with en-suite bathrooms, three of which open onto their own small, secluded patio.

A second kitchen, with an outdoor area, a further double room, and a bathroom facing the service entrance complete the building. The entire house has air conditioning as well as heating.

A closed service area provides ample parking space, shaded by a series of solar panels, making the house ecologically friendly.

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