3 bedrooms semi-detached house, 180 m²

Matino, Lecce (province)

Salento

RESTORED TOWNHOUSE WITH GARAGE, PANORAMIC ROOF TERRACE AND FLEXIBLE GUEST ACCOMMODATION IN THE HEART OF SALENTO
Located in the charming historic town of Matino, just a five-minute walk from Piazza San Giorgio, approximately 10 km from the sea and 12 km from Gallipoli, this fully restored townhouse combines the authenticity of traditional Salento architecture with the practicality and comfort of modern living.
The property extends over three levels of approximately 60 m² each and offers a rare combination of features seldom found together in a historic town centre: a large private garage, extensive storage areas, three bathrooms, flexible living spaces and a spectacular panoramic roof terrace.
Purchased in 2010 and carefully restored over the following years, the house was renovated as a personal residence rather than as a speculative investment. Particular attention was given to preserving the original character of the building while upgrading every major system and improving the functionality of the property for year-round living.
The main living floor comprises a bright and spacious living room featuring original decorative cement tile flooring, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom and a generous double bedroom. From the living room, an internal staircase leads directly to the roof terrace.
The roof terrace, approximately 56 m² in size, has been transformed into a true outdoor living area. It features an extra strong custom-built steel pergola with natural reed shading and hooks for swinging chairs, outdoor sink, lava stone worktop, utility connections, privacy screening and open views across the rooftops of Matino towards the surrounding countryside, spectacular sunsets and the distant sea on the horizon.
The intermediate floor (ammezzato) is a lower sealing area, that in the sixties was created by dividing the very tall sealing of the ground floor, very cool in the summer and easy to warm up i the winter, has been designed as a largely independent guest area and includes a spacious bedroom with a whirlpool bath, an ensuite wet-room bathroom, a separate studio or guest room and a second full bathroom. This level is ideal for guests, family members, creative work, remote working or flexible accommodation.
One of the most interesting aspects of the property is its versatility. The upper floor and roof terrace can be used independently for occasional holiday rental while the ground floor and intermediate floor remain available for the owner's private use. This allows personal belongings, bicycles, tools, workshop equipment and even a vehicle to remain securely stored within the property while generating occasional rental income from the upper level and terrace. The layout offers an unusual balance between privacy, practicality and flexibility.
The ground floor includes a large private garage, dedicated laundry area, cellar, workshop space and extensive storage facilities. Free street parking is also available directly outside the property.
Additional features include:
• Large private garage
• Panoramic roof terrace of approximately 56 m²
• Open countryside, sunset and distant sea views
• Independent guest suite and studio
• Three full bathrooms
• Hot and cold air conditioning on both principal residential floors
• Dedicated laundry area in the garage
• Cellar, workshop and extensive storage areas
• Security entrance door and security bars
• Completely renewed electrical and plumbing systems
• Water filtration system
• Solar thermal and photovoltaic preparation
• Updated cadastral plans
• Full planning compliance and occupancy certificate (Agibilità)
• No rising damp issues
This is a distinctive and highly practical home that offers far more than a typical historic townhouse. Combining character, outdoor living, secure storage, private parking and flexible accommodation, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic property in one of Salento's most appealing and increasingly appreciated towns. Restored with love using the best quality material by the current owner with permanent living in mind, for sale due to a change in personal circumstances.