The 18th Century Palazzo
14 Guests
7 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
Here's how to restore a late 18th-century palazzo in the heart of a lovely Baroque town: have fun, put your passion into it and embrace the original character and history of the building. This is what the owner of Palazzo Gorgoni has done! Meticulously, lovingly and luxuriously brought back to life over the last few years, Palazzo Gorgoni charms, delights and pampers in equal measure. The amount of space is only one of the many surprises in store for guests who, even after a week in residence still find themselves chuckling and cooing at the wonder of it all.
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Keyholder highlights
- Luxurious 18th-century palazzo
- Situated in a beautiful baroque town
- Courtyard pool, gym, spa and terraces
- Easy walk to shops and restaurants
Gallery
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The magnificent courtyard of Palazzo Gorgoni.
The Bedouinesque shady lounge zone on the roof terrace.
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Sundowners all round... what a setting!
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- A daily cleaning service (up to 6 hours/day) and a mid-week linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Ingredients for specified meals
- The costs to heat the pool which amounts to €630 per week, if requested, payable in advance
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The Area
Palazzo Gorgoni is situated in the middle of the lovely baroque town of Galatina, whose historic centre has remained almost entirely as it was over 250 years ago. There is some delightful architecture to see and a good selection of bars, restaurants. trattorie and some excellent boutiques!
Within an easy drive, about half an hour away, is the lovely, historic island town of Gallipoli and a series of superb sandy beaches. The delightful baroque town of Lecce is also just 30 minutes' drive away and is most certainly worth a visit. And if that weren't enough, the popular sea-front town of Otranto, on the Adriatic coast, is also just over half an hour away.
Brindisi airport:
72km-44miles-1hrBari airport:
192km-120miles-2hr20Gallipoli:
30km-19miles-35minsLecce:
26km-16miles-30minsOtranto:
32km-20miles-37minsNearest beaches - Riva Bella and the coast north of Gallipoli:
30minsShops and restaurants:
just around the corner!Local Experiences
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 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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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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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.
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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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