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Masseria Del Monte – Historic Stone Residence

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SPECCHIA – Abitare in Salento estate agency offers for sale Masseria del Monte, an ancient masseria nestled on a hill amid Mediterranean vegetation, where charming stone architecture, terraces overlooking the greenery and approximately 10,000 sqm of grounds create an enchanting countryside setting.What makes this home special is the connection between its interiors and the landscape. Barrel-vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, pathways among the trees and direct access to the garden allow the property to be enjoyed throughout the seasons, with the same peaceful, secluded atmosphere extending indoors and out. According to the information available, the original building dates from between the 14th and 15th centuries and retains the distinctive features of traditional rural stone architecture. A Latin inscription at the entrance to the historic section, bearing a date and the name of the man who commissioned it, Dr Bonaventura, provides a fascinating insight into the history of the masseria, which was later extended in 1974. On the ground floor, the historic section features a characterful sitting room with barrel-vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, with two entrances connecting it directly to the outdoor spaces. This room leads to a bedroom with a private bathroom separated by a sliding door. An internal wooden staircase leads from the sitting room to the upper floor, built in 1974, where a spacious, bright open-plan room with a kitchenette awaits. Numerous windows frame the surrounding greenery and fill the interior with natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxing and entertaining. This room opens onto a terrace on the same level, one of the property’s most appealing features: a space to furnish for outdoor dining while enjoying the peaceful countryside and views of the vegetation. The terrace can also be reached via an external staircase. The windows have wooden frames and are fitted with insect screens. The ground-floor sitting room also connects to the additional wing built in 1974. Here, a hallway leads to two bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and an independent entrance from outside, as well as a kitchen with large windows overlooking the garden. The property therefore offers a total of three bedrooms and three private bathrooms, a layout that provides privacy and independence when welcoming family and guests. The grounds surrounding the masseria are an essential part of its charm. Extending to approximately one hectare, they combine Mediterranean scrub, majestic holm oaks and numerous varieties of fruit trees, including loquats, avocados, mulberries, figs, oranges, kumquats, persimmons and prickly pears. Colours, scents and shaded corners change with the seasons, making the outdoor spaces an integral part of everyday life.Completing the property are two traditional stone outbuildings: an old “lamione”, a rural building measuring approximately 70 sqm with a traditional terracotta-tiled roof, and a further storage building, also with a terracotta-tiled roof. They are connected by a portico with a removable covering. Both require complete restoration, offering an opportunity to restore and enhance the existing architecture. The property has three independent entrances, one pedestrian and two vehicular, with distinctive wrought-iron gates. Additional features include an irrigation system, a water cistern with a capacity of approximately 24,000 litres supplied by water tanker, a septic tank and a convenient outdoor shower. Masseria del Monte would make a charming private residence for those seeking a country home with a distinctive identity, room for guests and generous natural surroundings to enjoy. The bedroom layout, private bathrooms and independent entrances also offer interesting scope for exploring a tourist accommodation project. A property to discover through its details: the stone vaults, the inscription at the entrance, the shade of the holm oaks and the terraces overlooking the greenery

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