Under frescoes and al fresco
8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Palazzo Colucci Berarducci-Vives is a beautifully restored palazzo with a large garden and pool set in the unique surroundings of a mediaeval borgo in the heart of Puglia’s Salento peninsula. Originally built on a Norman watch tower, the twelfth century construction is still visible on the side of the current building. An added bonus is that the delightful seaside town of Otranto is just 7 miles away…
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Keyholder highlights
- Historic palazzo in an authentic medieval village
- Mature garden with pool
- Easy walk to cafés shops and restaurants
Gallery
The handsome facade of Palazzo Colucci seen from the pool.
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All you have to do is lie down and take a plunge occasionally!
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The al fresco dining area where you will probably take most meals.
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The view over the gardens and pool.
The spacious living room.
Specchia Gallone, Puglia
Palazzo Colucci
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The Area
The charming borgo of Specchia Gallone is well situated in rolling countryside dotted with authentic towns and villages, and is just 15 to 20 minutes drive from a selection of beautiful coastal locations including the fishing village of Porto Badisco, the walled fortress port of Otranto and the cliff top castle of Castro. There are plenty of opportunities locally for exploring the historic and rural culture of this area of Salento, and small towns such as Uggiano, Minervino, Muro Leccese, Maglie and Poggiardo are blessed with beautiful architecture, centuries old traditions and some great local trattorie. The stunning UNESCO heritage centre of Lecce and Gallipoli are both easy day trips, as are the white sand beaches of the Ionic coast. All in all, Specchia Gallone is strategically situated for an in depth exploration of the best that the Salento peninsular has to offer.
Brindisi Airport:
90km–56miles–1hr20Bari Airport:
200km–124miles–2hr30Pub specialising in beer and street food in Specchia Gallone:
easy walking distanceRestaurants in Minervino:
1.5km walk or driveBar in Specchia Gallone:
opposite the palazzoOtranto:
11km-7miles-18minsSandy beaches at Torre S. Stefano:
16km–10miles–25minsPorto Badisco cove and beach:
9km-5.5miles-15minsLecce:
40km – 25miles – 40minsGallipoli:
44km – 27miles – 1hrLocal Experiences
Culinary experiences in Salento
The gastronomic traditions of the Salento are simply delicious, and deliciously simple. The area's fabulously tasty ingredients are given the space to speak for themselves, and local recipes are inextricably linked to the seasons.
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Private boat charters in Salento
One of the region’s main attractions is without a doubt its glorious coastline and transparent azure seas. This is particularly true of Leuca, where the Adriatic and the Ionian seas meet.Up and down the Adriatic on the east coast of Puglia and the Ionian on the west coast are many beaches to discover. From nature reserves with wide expanses of sand and sea to sandy or rocky bays in between, there is something for everyone!
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Wine and Olive Oil tastings in Salento
No trip to Salento would be complete without a wine tasting to discover the famous Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes accompanied by some local delicacies. As well as these spectacular local wines, Puglia is typified by the millions of ancient olive trees scattered across the region, which produce extra virgin olive oil of a spectacular quality. A guided tour will give you a fascinating insight into the secrets of its production.
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Private guided tours in Salento
The Salento is home to one of Italy's loveliest cities, the sophisticated and baroque Lecce, as well as some of the loveliest beaches and most dramatic rocky coastline in the country. From an architectural tour of Lecce to the bike and trekking tours of the Salento's most amazing landscapes, let us guide you as you discover this unique corner of the world.
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Beach clubs and relaxing activities
Home to some of Italy's loveliest beaches and most dramatic rocky coastline, the Salento is a haven for sea lovers. From the southernmost tip near Leuca, running up the west coast to Gallipoli and beyond, is a vast, almost non-stop strip of paradisiacal golden sand and transparent azure waters. To the east, the Adriatic coastline is more varied, offering sandy beaches, Karstic grottoes, chalk cliffs and salt-water lagoons.
DiscoverFrom the Guest Book
Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
Palazzo Colucci was absolutely beautiful and beyond our expectations. It's a fabulous villa in a quaint medieval village and it had everything our group of 4 adults and 4 children needed.
Theresa Evans September 2024
The garden at Palazzo Colucci with the beautiful infinity pool was delightful. It was a little oasis in the middle of a quiet town. The Palazzo was spacious and the architecture and paintings in the amazing vaulted ceilings made us feel as if we were staying in a home that was once grand. The spaciousness of the palazzo was wonderful. The bedrooms were large with bathrooms attached and accommodated three families nicely. The lovely views from the terrace were enjoyable with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine! Lastly, the spaciousness of the living room was excellent for 6 adults, a toddler and two infants to be in all together.
A.S. June 2023
What a wonderful house Palazzo Colucci is! We couldn't believe we could live there for a week!
Mr Ian Davidson, United Kingdom June 2022
Everything was amazing. Palazzo Colucci is a superb villa, even better than in pictures. It has been a 5*+ experience and TTT will definitely be the first option for next summer vacations.
Mr Radu Dobrescu, Romania August 2021
Palazzo Colucci and its grounds were lovely.
Mr Terry Masters, United Kingdom August 2019
Amazing property. An incredible stay. First time user and will book again. Appreciated the carefully curated property list.
Miss Rebecca Mok, Thailand July 2017
