
Melissano, Italy
Villa Cenate
Villa Cenate is a charming southern Italian retreat in Melissano, Puglia, offering privacy and comfort within lush, gated grounds.
From £1,996 per week
Lecce, Puglia, Italy
Sleeps 124 bedrooms3 bathroomsPrivate pool

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The villa is spread over two levels and accommodates 10 guests in four bedrooms and a sofa bed. The four bedrooms are located on both the ground and upper floor, as well as one double room in the independent annex. Each bedroom is spacious and air-conditioned. There are three bathrooms also spread across the floors and annex, all of which are complete with contemporary fittings.
The living area is on the ground floor and is an open space, offering an ideal place to sit and relax. There is plenty of space for everyone to sit together. The villa offers a well-equipped kitchen, that is incredibly modern. There are all the bells and whistles you could need to cook up a tasty feast, which can be enjoyed at the breakfast bar or at the large dining table all together.
The villa has an outdoor area, which can be enjoyed while sitting in the living area thanks to floor to ceiling windows. The patio leads out to the private pool and an outdoor dining and living area.
Separate from the main house is a simple yet comfortable independent apartment, which offers a double bedroom, living area and double sofa bed, bathroom and kitchenette. This is an ideal spot for a family or any member of the group seeking a little extra privacy.
Villa Bianca is located in the town of Melissano, an inland spot that has remained a small farming village. Here you can find churches, palaces and old walled feminine estates, called masserie . The town is known for its historical and architectural offerings, as well as some of Puglia’s best vintages, including Primitivo, Malasia and Negroamaro. Melissano is located between the cape of Santa Maria di Leuca and Gallipoli. The area also has plenty of restaurants and bars, supermarkets and also a train station to get around the area.
The villa is located near many of the main coastal towns in the Province of Lecce; it’s less than a 10-minute drive from Gallipoli (18km) and Torre San Giovanni (12km) and slightly further from Santa Maria di Leuca (28km) and Lecce (45km).
Torre San Giovani is a commune that boasts one of the most spectacular beaches, with a long sandy and golden beach, that stretches as far as the eye can see. This seaside area has received awards for its beaches, they’re that amazing. This area is a popular beach resort so there are all the restaurants and amenities you could need and want.
Santa Maria di Leuca, also known as Leuca, This town is full of rich history and lined with dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches. This area is a popular resort town, and there is something to keep everyone entertained. This area is predominantly all about the sea, there are beaches that can entertain all holiday makers, such as Felloniche, Torre Vado and Pescoluse - these beaches all have lidos, bars and restaurants.
Lecce is a little further away, but it is well worth a day trip. This is the main city, and it is renowned for its baroque buildings that you won’t want to miss, especially Basilica di Santa Croce, the Piazza del Duomo and the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption.
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Melissano, Italy
Villa Cenate is a charming southern Italian retreat in Melissano, Puglia, offering privacy and comfort within lush, gated grounds.
From £1,996 per week

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