In the heart of the historic center of Salve, about five kilometers from the sea, in a charming alley called Vico Pennina, Salento Agency offers for sale a fascinating property with great potential. Hidden behind a simple and discreet iron gate lies a traditional courtyard house that surprises visitors with its authentic character and generous spaces. A large internal courtyard connects the various rooms of the property; some areas have already been restored and are fully habitable, while others require renovation.
The central part of the house is the section that has already been carefully restored. As soon as you step through the entrance door and look up, you are immediately struck by the magnificent Salento vaulted ceiling, a unique architectural feature that enhances the beauty of the main room. This spacious area serves as both a living room and dining room and acts as the main distribution space leading to the other parts of the house. On the right side, a door leads to a multipurpose room, a bathroom, and the first bedroom. The bathroom has been designed in Moroccan tadelakt style using natural materials, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere.
Another door on the same side leads to the kitchen, a simple yet welcoming space made even more charming by the presence of an ancient fireplace that has been carefully restored and brought back into use. From both the kitchen and the living area, there is access to the small garden at the rear of the property, a private and peaceful space where you can enjoy relaxing summer days. In the garden there is also a storage room and a covered staircase that leads to the cellar, characterized by a traditional barrel-vaulted ceiling.
On the left side of the living area there are two additional doors: one leads to the second double bedroom, while the other leads to a room located on a mezzanine level connected to the roof terrace. From here you can enjoy a beautiful view over much of the historic center of Salve. The restoration of this part of the house was carried out by local craftsmen using natural materials such as cocciopesto, with great care taken to preserve and enhance the original architectural elements.
The section of the property that requires renovation is located on the left side of the entrance courtyard and consists of three rooms with star-shaped vaulted ceilings in excellent structural condition, along with a fourth room featuring a reinforced beam ceiling that needs to be replaced. On the lower level there is also a cellar with a barrel-vaulted ceiling. On the right side of the courtyard there are two smaller rooms, both with star-shaped vaulted ceilings and in very good structural condition.
Thanks to its layout and the presence of several independent spaces, this property lends itself to a variety of uses. It can easily become a beautiful main residence with additional areas for guests and friends, or it can be transformed into a hospitality business such as a bed and breakfast or holiday home. In the latter cases, it may also be possible to access regional funding programs that support the restoration of historic properties, subject to certain conditions. Salento Agency will assist clients not only during the purchase process but also throughout the development of the applications required to obtain these renovation incentives. ✨
