Just 4 km from the stunning beaches of Salento, a charming and authentic traditional Salento-style house with a garden is for sale — ideal both as a private residence and as an investment for a hospitality business.
This property retains its original architectural features, including the characteristic star-shaped vaulted ceilings and period flooring, which highlight its historical value. The house is currently undergoing renovation work that includes: the construction of three bathrooms, replacement of the porch roof, and the addition of a new room with a bathroom on the first floor. These upgrades offer the opportunity to personalize the spaces according to your needs and taste.
The house is mainly developed on the ground floor and consists of five spacious rooms with star vaults, three bathrooms, a WC, and a kitchen. One of the rooms faces Via Cesare Battisti, while the others overlook the internal garden, ensuring privacy and tranquility at all times of the day.
The property also includes a large cellar/storage space, perfect as a utility room or easily convertible into a wellness area (SPA) or a multifunctional space.
The house is located in Zone B of the municipal urban plan, which allows for extensions and structural changes without the need for landscape or heritage restrictions, offering wide possibilities for development and enhancement.
The private garden, which can be accessed by car, is perfect for adding a swimming pool, a garage, or a shaded relaxation area, adding even more value, comfort, and livability to the property—especially during the summer months.
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Morciano di Leuca
History and identity of a Salento village
Nestled among the gentle hills of Capo di Leuca and just a few kilometers from the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea, Morciano di Leuca is a small village steeped in centuries of history, culture, and tradition. Its origins are ancient: it is believed that the settlement arose on a pre-Roman Messapian village. The name “Morciano” likely derives from the Latin “Murtianum,” referring to the myrtle plant, which grows abundantly in the area.
During Roman times, the territory was crossed by the Via Sallentina, an important road that connected Taranto to Leuca. However, it was in the Middle Ages that Morciano experienced renewed development, thanks to the construction of a baronial castle commissioned by Norman princes to defend the village from Saracen raids. The castle, still well-preserved today, towers over the historic center with its imposing presence.
Over the centuries, Morciano came under the control of various noble families who shaped its urban and architectural character. Among them were the Gattinara and Capece families, who contributed to the construction of elegant palaces and churches, such as the Chiesa Madre di San Giovanni Elemosiniere, the spiritual heart of the town.
Of particular note is the 16th-century underground olive press (frantoio ipogeo), carved into the limestone rock — a symbol of the town’s agricultural heritage, long tied to olive cultivation and oil production.
Today, Morciano di Leuca proudly preserves its historical identity, characterized by Lecce stone, rural traditions, and breathtaking landscapes. Strolling through its streets is like stepping back in time, where the past speaks to the present and every corner tells a story.
Perfectly positioned between inland countryside and the sea, Morciano is a strategic base for exploring the wonders of southern Salento. It offers visitors an authentic experience, far from mass tourism, full of charm and local flavor.
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