Apulia, Taranto, Italy
- PROPERTY TYPE
Country House
- BEDROOMS
10
- BATHROOMS
10
- SIZE
21,528 sq ft
2,000 sq m
Key features
- 20 Rooms
- Terrace
Description
A place where history and legend intertwine amid landscapes of rare beauty, in a land inhabited since prehistoric times and rich in dolmens, Greek necropolises and medieval rock-hewn settlements.
In the 17th century, the masseria and the gravina passed into the hands of the Order of the Poor Clares, whose lasting legacy can still be seen today in the ancient convent. During the 19th century, the estate became the summer residence of Sir James Lacaita, the distinguished Anglo-Italian gentleman, patriot and Senator of the Kingdom of Italy, who transformed it into an elegant cultural salon, welcoming many of the most influential figures of the time. His son, Charles Lacaita, an accomplished botanist, carried out significant studies on the flora of the gravine, contributing to the site's scientific renown.
The estate is centred around the main masseria, distinguished by its characteristic arcaded portico, and includes a historic chapel, an English-style garden and the former Convent of the Poor Clares, together forming an architectural ensemble of exceptional charm.
In full respect of the original style and materials, the property has been thoughtfully enhanced over time with five apartments, including studios and one-bedroom units, complemented by an impressive owner's residence of approximately 300 square metres on the upper floor. The entire complex extends to over 2,000 square metres, all set within more than one hundred hectares of olive groves, vineyards and citrus orchards.
A rare opportunity to own a piece of the most authentic history of Puglia.
Apulia, Taranto, Italy
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Distances are straight line measurements- Brindisi - Salento(International)39.9 miles
- Bari Palese(International)45.7 miles
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