9 bedrooms villa, 255 m²

Galatone, Lecce (province)

Salento

Through an ancient gate, at the end of an evocative tree-lined avenue flanked by tall pines, the villa comes into view, built in the typical architectural style of the early 1900s.
The residence, entirely arranged on a single level and distinguished by refined symmetry in its forms, welcomes guests with a front patio that shelters the main entrance.
Inside, the same harmonious layout guides the spaces: three rooms face the main side and three the rear. The entrance leads to a large central living room, from which there is side access to two bedrooms and, at the back, to the dining room. On either side of the latter are a third bedroom and the kitchen.
The rear part of the villa recalls the typical structure of a masseria, with several building sections arranged on two levels, including a garage and a storage room.
The property preserves numerous original features of great value, including perfectly preserved period cement tiles, striking star-vaulted ceilings, and original wooden window and door frames.
The villa is surrounded by a large wooded plot of over 7,000 sq m, fully fenced, offering the possibility of building an additional structure to be used as a guesthouse.
From a structural standpoint the property is in excellent condition; part of the systems has been updated over the years, provision for connection to the sewer network is in place, while the heating system requires replacement.
A conservative restoration will allow the residence to be returned to its original splendor, fully enhancing its historic and architectural character.