500,000 €

4 bedrooms palace, 450 m²
Casarano, Lecce (province)
Salento

Palace in Casarano
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Main Features

Description

In the most authentic heart of the historic center of Casarano, overlooking Piazza San Giovanni, we offer for sale a prestigious portion of an ancient manor building belonging to the historic De Donatis family, a large house that has left traces indelible in the history and architecture of the city. The property, which dominates the main square with its elegant ochre facade and the imposing decorative elements in Lecce stone, is an extraordinary example of Salento architecture of the late nineteenth century, where harmony, proportion and classic taste blend into a whole of rare beauty.
The building is immediately distinguished by the majesty of the main façade, embellished with carved capitals that represent the members of the De Donatis family, finely worked Lecce stone frames, original cast iron railings and large architected openings that underline its symmetry. The warm hue of the plaster, the wooden door entrance with imposing shapes and the decorations that frame the windows immediately evoke the memory of a noble past and a architectural tradition that still retains all its charm.
The property for sale includes the right side of the first floor and a part of the ground floor of the building, as you can see looking at the main façade. On the ground floor, the portion includes two separate rooms, both for commercial use. The first room, completely renovated, overlooks Piazza San Giovanni with an independent access and large windows that give visibility and light to the interiors. It is an elegant and functional space, perfect for a administration business, a workshop or a boutique, thanks to the privileged location and the constant flow of passers-bys.
The second room, with access from the large central wooden door, is instead to be restored, but retains the original features and the typical atmosphere of the period buildings. Through this door there is also access to the stairwell that leads to the upper floor, where the residential part of the property is developed.
The first floor houses two independent studios, each of about 50 square meters, both with private bathroom. These rooms, thanks to the location and brightness, are perfectly suited to being used as a suite for tourist use, private study or guest outbuilding, thus offering multiple possibilities for use and performance.
Also on the main floor is the main residence, which extends over a large and harmoniously articulated area. The house consists of four rooms with star vaults, a room with a mullion vault, and two bathrooms. The high and well-preserved vaults, typical of the Salento architecture, give every room a sense of imposing and timeless elegance. The floors, ancient doors and natural stone details help create an authentic atmosphere, where the charm of the past dialogues with the contemporary living needs.
Three of the main bedrooms open with glass doors onto a large balcony that runs along the façade of the building and offers a direct view of the square, the beating heart of city life. From here you can admire the splendid column of the Santo Patrono San Giovanni, a symbolic element and reference point for the entire community.
Finally, an internal staircase leads to the private terrace, which offers a picturesque view of the entire historic center of Casarano. The views extend from the stone roofs to the surrounding bell towers, creating a scenario of rare beauty, particularly fascinating at sunset. The terrace, spacious and well distributed, can be enhanced by the creation of shaded areas, green areas and relaxation corners, turning into a perfect environment for summer evenings, private receptions or simply moments of tranquility and contemplation.
The structural condition of the property is excellent, thanks to the build solidity typical of the Salento historic buildings and the care with which the most prized architectural elements have been kept over time. However, modernization or general improvement can be planned to adapt the spaces to the contemporary needs, however, maintaining the extraordinary historical identity of the place. With a targeted restoration project, this house could become a prestigious residence, a B&B boutique, an art gallery, or a representative office for professional offices or cultural activities.
The location, in the historic center of Casarano, represents another added value. The Piazza San Giovanni is one of the most beautiful and recognizable buildings of the Salento, characterized by stately buildings, historic cafes and artisan shops that retain the authentic soul of the city. A few steps away are the Mother Church of San Giovanni Elemosiniere, an extraordinary example of baroque architecture, and the main city services.
Casarano, an important center of the low Salento, boasts an ancient history and a high quality artistic heritage. Built in Messapian times and then developed during the medieval and Renaissance periods, the city is today one of the liveliest poles in the province of Lecce, thanks to its strategic position a few minutes from the beautiful Ionian beaches of Torre San Giovanni, Marina di Ugento and Pescoluse. Its historic center, full of aristocratic buildings, churches and stone courts, still tells of the glorious past of the families who lived there, including the De Donatis, who have helped to define the cultural and architectural identity of the place.
Buying this property means entering contact with an authentic piece of Salento history, in a context where every detail - from the carved frames to the star vaults - testify to a constructive art and aesthetic taste without time. It is a valuable investment, both for those who dream of living in a period home in the heart of Casarano, and for those who want to start an accommodation or cultural activity in a high quality building and strong identity.
This aristocratic building is not only a property, but a living testimony of the history of Salento, a place that can combine charm, potential and unparalleled beauty.
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Details

Property Type
Palace
Condition
Completely restored/Habitable
Living area
450 m²
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Terrace
250 m²
Energy Efficiency Rating
G
Reference
0535CA

Distance from:

Airports

74.0 km - Brindisi BDS - Papola Casale

146.0 km - Crotone CRV - S.Anna

172.0 km - Bari BRI - Palese Macchie

Public transport

310 m - Bus stop

930 m - Train Station - Casarano

Highway exit
112.1 km - Autostrada Adriatica
Hospital
950 m - Ospedale Civile "Francesco Ferrari"
Coast
12.1 km
Ski resort
158.4 km

What’s around this property

Shops

260 m - Mall - Mercato coperto comunale

290 m - Supermarket - Súper Sigma

400 m - Pastry shop - Martinucci

620 m - Department store

Eating out

< 100 m - Restaurant - Le Locande di Totò

< 100 m - Bar - 1000 Misture

450 m - Fast food restaurant - Ghiotta Pizza

690 m - Pub - Chaplin Pub

Sports activities

490 m - Gym - Palestra asd Budokai Body's Energy

780 m - Sport centre - palestra scolastica

3.1 km - Horse riding

35.0 km - Golf club - VOI Alimini Resort Golf

Schools

< 100 m - School - Liceo Musicale "Giannelli"

36.2 km - University - Campus Ecotekne

135.5 km - Higher education institution - Accademia delle muse - scuola di danza

Pharmacy
150 m - Pharmacy - Farmacia Cooperativa
Veterinary
7.4 km - Veterinary - Clinica Veterinaria San Francesco

Information about Casarano

Elevation
109 m a.s.l.
Total area
38.73 km²
Landform
Flatland
Population
19404

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