Charming and authentic traditional Salento-style house with a garden distant 4 km from the stunning beaches of Salento is for sale — ideal for both private residence and investment for hospitality business.
This property retains its original architectural features including the characteristic star-shaped vaulted ceilings and natural flooring which highlight its historical value. The house is currently undergoing renovation works that include 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 spaces according to one’s needs and taste.
The house is mainly developed on the ground floor and consists of five spacious rooms with star vaults, three bathrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen. One of the rooms faces Via Cesare Battisti while others overlook the internal garden ensuring privacy and tranquility all day long.
The property also includes a large cellar/storage space: a perfect place to be used as a utility room or space easily convertible into a wellness area (SPA) or for other multifunctional purposes.
The house is located in Zone B of the municipal urban plan which allows for extensions and structural changes free of landscape or heritage restrictions, thus offering wide possibilities for development and enhancement.
The private garden easly accessed by car can be developed with a swimming pool, a garage or a shaded relaxation area adding even more value, comfort and livability to the property, particularly during the summer time.
Salento Agency supports its clients throughout every step of the purchasing process; in collaboration with qualified industry professionals, ensuring comprehensive, personalized and expert assistance.
Morciano di Leuca
History and identity of a Salento town
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 town steeped in centuries of history, culture and tradition. Its origins are ancient: it is believed that the settlement arose as a pre-Roman Messapian village. The name “Morciano” likely derives from the Latin “Murtianum” referring to the myrtle plant which grows in the area abundantly.
During Roman times the territory was crossed by the Via Sallentina- an important road connecting Taranto with Leuca. However, it was in the Middle Ages that Morciano experienced redevelopment thanks to the construction of a baronial castle commissioned by Norman princes in order 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, intricately linked to olive cultivation and oil production.
Today Morciano di Leuca preserves its historical identity characterized by Lecce stone, rural traditions and breathtaking landscapes with proud. Strolling through its streets is like stepping back in time where the past speaks to the present and every corner tells a story.
Morciano is perfectly located between inland countryside and the sea – a strategic base for exploring the wonders of southern Salento. It offers off the tourist track, full of charm and local flavor authentic experience.
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