Views to the lighthouse
12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Set in an enviable position above the lovely town of Santa Maria di Leuca, and boasting superb views of the sea and the lighthouse from which it takes its name, Villa del Faro is a special property indeed. Luminous interiors flow out onto wide panoramic terraces, space abounds and the pool area is one of the finest in our portfolio.
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Keyholder highlights
- Superb sea views
- Gated panoramic pool with kids’ area
- Cinema room, sauna and pool table
- Top quality throughout
Gallery
Lunch is served in the first floor indoor-outdoor dining area.
The pool, the sea, the view... Welcome to Villa del Faro!
Looking out to sea from the first floor living area.
The surrounding gardens.
The splendid pool with the villa behind.
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 (6 hours/day, 6 days a week, excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays) and a weekly linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation (excluding Sundays and Bank Holidays)
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Ingredients for specified meals
- Tourist taxes (tassa di soggiorno) levied by many town councils in Italy. The amount varies by location and usually amounts to between €1-€5 per person per night
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The Area
Villa del Faro sits just outside Santa Maria di Leuca at the southernmost tip of the Salento peninsular, where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet. The town has long been a magnet for the wealthy classes of Puglia, who came to build lavish seaside homes here in the early 20th century. The legacy of this is a superb collection of Liberty style buildings, plenty of restaurants, bars, shops and gelaterie, a beach, and a large marina. The villa is located about 1km above Santa Maria di Leuca. Guests staying at Villa del Faro can walk into town but please note that sections of the road can be quite busy and without pavement.
There are many fabulous sandy beaches, coves and grottos to explore within a 10-minute drive of Leuca. These can be even better visited from the water, and it is easy to arrange boat or yacht rentals in the marina.
Within easy driving distance is delightful Baroque Lecce, the fortified island town of Gallipoli and lovely Otranto.
Brindisi Airport:
116km-72miles-1hr45Bari Airport:
235km-146miles-3hr15Santa Maria di Leuca:
1.3kmNearest beach:
5 mins driveNearest shops and restaurants:
in Leuca, a 5-minute drive or a 20-minute walk (uphill on the way back)Gallipoli:
47km-29miles-40minsOtranto:
57km-35miles-1hrLecce:
70km-44miles-1hrLocal 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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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.
Villa del Faro was the perfect setting for our family and friends. The setting, the interior, the staff, and the Local Specialist were all exceptional. We would definitely love to come back. This is my 4th time using The Thinking Traveller and I do not like booking with any other villa service.
MG August 2024
What stood out for us about Villa del Faro was the architecture, the spaciousness, the swimming pool, and the views. The house manager was great and sensed our needs in a good way.
Anonymous July 2024
Relaxing, luxurious, easy.
Anonymous July 2023
We had a wonderful time at Villa del Faro and the entire experience was exceptional. The villa was beautiful and exceeded our expectations (which were pretty high). We appreciated being within walking distance of the town, Santa Maria di Leuca.
Anonymous May 2023
5 out of 5 for Villa del Faro.
Anonymous, United States of America September 2022
Villa del Faro was a high quality property with spacious and well designed accommodation. I was pleased that the pool area was child friendly with safety enclosure and a mini pool for small children.
Ms Sheena Ashford, United Kingdom July 2022
