The hush of an ancient walled garden
14 Guests
7 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
A luxuriously appointed villa with stunning grounds and pool... Villa Specchia is one of the most desirable homes in the Salento peninsula. Opulent interiors, extensive manicured gardens, a glorious pool and daily service combine to create an exclusive privileged atmosphere. Should you ever wish to leave the considerable comfort of your surroundings, however, a gentle stroll will take you to the bars and restaurants of the charming town from which the villa takes its name.
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Keyholder highlights
- Spacious, elegant interiors
- Large gardens and heatable pool
- Easy walk to restaurants and shops
Gallery
The beautiful pool at Villa Specchia is surrounded by mature trees.
The pool and the extensive, manicured gardens are a delight to behold.
The main al fresco dining area looks out over the gardens.
Classical elegance.
The entrance to one of the large reception rooms.
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 7 hours/day, 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
- The cost of heating the pool, which is €680 per week, if requested, payable in advance
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The Area
Undoubtedly a superb feature of Villa Specchia is its proximity on foot to the centre of the charming village of Specchia from which the villa takes its name. The baroque centre of Specchia has been largely restored to a very high level, and has attracted a good selection bars and restaurants serving high quality Puglian fare.
Specchia is on an elevated knoll dominating the rolling Salento countryside. The nearest beaches around Ugento and Pescoluse on the Ionian coast are within about 25 minutes drive, as are the charming villages of Leuca, Tricase and Castro Marina. Lovers of culture will not want to miss a visit to the stunning baroque jewel of Lecce, the dramatic walled island of Gallipoli, or the defensive city of Otranto, all of which are within very comfortable "day-trip" distance.
Brindisi Airport:
100km-62miles-1hr30Bari Airport:
215km-130miles-2hr45Restaurants and shops:
5 minutes walkBeaches at Ugento:
15km-9miles-25minsLecce:
52km-33miles-50minsGallipoli:
38km-24miles-45minsLeuca:
19km-12miles-25minsOtranto:
39km-24miles-40minsLocal 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.
The villa was wonderful, and staff was lovely and helpful.
Anonymous July 2023
The villa made a perfect landing spot for touring several locations within an hour. It was peaceful, relaxing and remote, although very adjacent to the town. The staff were all very kind and accommodating.
James Bellante May 2023
The staff at Villa Specchia were outstanding.
Anonymous April 2023
Villa Specchia was amazing. It exceeded our expectations.
KG, United Kingdom August 2022
Villa Specchia was even better than in the photos. Everything was perfect.
VL, Australia June 2022
Everything was perfect at Villa Specchia.
Mrs Anne Catherine Goetschin, Switzerland October 2021
