Apulia, Bari, Polignano a Mare, Italy
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
5,382 sq ft
500 sq m
Key features
- Private garden
- Terrace
- Balcony
- First floor
Description
This extraordinary rural complex is a rare and well-preserved example of historic architecture, once owned by the noble family of Don Leonardo Sgobba (a figure associated with the famous Palazzo Sgobba in Castellana Grotte).
The majestic facade is distinguished by defensive turrets at the corners and by its unmistakable dark red stucco, interspersed with decorative cornices and ochre-yellow moldings around the windows. A spacious panoramic balcony visually dominates the entire outer courtyard.
The farmhouse spans three levels, recounting centuries of history through its spaces, preserved intact in their essential features.
The ground floor dates back to the 1400s and served purely agricultural purposes; it houses rooms once used as stables, storage areas, warehouses, and the original quarters of the tenant farmer (the “massaro”) with an imposing fireplace, all spaces characterized by majestic star-and barrel vaults.
Climbing the stone staircase leading to the main floor—the manor’s residence—the architecture changes, transforming into a luxurious 19th-century residence.
This floor features a dining area, a bright living room, three spacious bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and additional utility rooms.
All the rooms are spacious and airy, with very high frescoed ceilings and original solid-wood window frames.
The property features entire rooms decorated with period frescoes on the vaulted ceilings and exquisite painted wall murals—one-of-a-kind works created in the second half of the 19th century by itinerant painters.
The splendid ceilings reflect the decorative influence of the late Bourbon period and the subsequent Umbertine style, featuring floral garlands and refined trompe-l’œil motifs.
Precious painted wallpapers adorn the walls with historical or Oriental-inspired scenes, originating from the famous manufacturers of Naples or France (Zuber/Dufour). The wall coverings harmonize beautifully with the original floors made of local stone and terracotta.
The second floor houses a renovated attic, a versatile space that opens onto a splendid terrace. From here, one can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Apulian countryside and the horizon.
The crowning jewel of the complex is a splendid little church, an architectural gem that houses precious period frescoes.
The farmhouse is surrounded by a park of about 3 hectares, which still preserves the charming traces of the period garden, complete with historic stone basins and ancient wells.
Its strategic location—in Polignano a Mare, yet close to Monopoli—places it at the heart of Apulia’s luxury tourism scene, a short distance from the crystal-clear sea and the region’s main attractions.
Masseria Selvafina is an exclusive opportunity, ideal for creating a high-end private residence or a charming hospitality property.
Apulia, Bari, Polignano a Mare, Italy
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Distances are straight line measurements- Bari Palese(International)27.4 miles
- Brindisi - Salento(International)43.3 miles
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