Casa Petrarca is a holiday home located in Gagliano del Capo, a small town in southern Salento, 3 km from the sea and about 8 km from Santa Maria di Leuca.
The property consists of two apartments, one on the ground floor and the other on the upper floor.
The accommodation on the upper floor can comfortably accommodate 5 guests (up to 7, taking advantage of the sofa bed in the living room), its central location allows you to easily walk to the center of the village, well equipped with all major commercial activities (bars, groceries, pizzerias, pastry shops, pharmacies, tobacconists, laundromats, etc.).
Casa Petrarca is the ideal solution for those who want to spend a holiday in the hinterland of Salento a few minutes drive from the sea.
THE LOCATION
Gagliano del Capo is a small village in the southern end of Salento, close to both Adriatic and Ionian coasts.
This ancient village overlooking the Adriatic Sea, still retains a historic center characterized by an artistic and architectural heritage of inestimable value, such as the Chapel of the "Madonna Immacolata" and the Church of San Francesco di Paola.
THE HOUSE
ThIS accommodation is on the ground floor, it is about 90 sqm wide and is perfect for 5 guests.
The main entrance is shared with any guests of the upper apartment.
The interior spaces are large and recall the classic Salento style with the traditional star vault, which also provide considerable thermal insulation giving relief especially during the summer.
The house consists of:
- a living room with dining table;
- a large and bright kitchen with additional dining table, kitchenette and fireplace;
- a small living room with sofa;
- two large bedrooms complete with one double and one with three single beds;
- a full bathroom with bathtub and shower.
In addition, there is a backyard with a small garden, a shaded area with sun loungers where you can relax, a table where you can have meals outdoors, a convenient outdoor shower and an inflatable pool.
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES AND SERVICES
Air conditioning, Wi-Fi Internet, digital TV (50"), full linen service (bed, bathroom and kitchen), washing machine, cot (on request, extra charge), baby seat (on request), hair dryer, board games.
NEARBY
As mentioned above, Casa Petrarca is located in a central area of the village, is well served and well connected to the sea.
Only 3 km away is the stretch of the Adriatic coast among the most beautiful of Salento, the coastal Otranto-Leuca. With its pristine landscapes, high cliffs overlooking the sea, coves and beautiful sea caves, this stretch of coast offers unique landscapes and settings.
The nearest seaside resort is just 3 km away, "Località Ciolo", a picturesque cove, dominated by the homonymous bridge (built at 26meters high) which offers a wonderful view of the surrounding nature and the Adriatic Sea.
Here you can find bar, a beach overlooking the sea, restaurant and the famous disco and reception room "Gibo".
A few km away you can reach Marina di Novaglie (about 5 km) with additional restaurants, pizzerias, minimarket, and kiosk by the sea.
Further along the coast you can reach other charming places such as Marina Serra (10 km) and Tricase Porto (12 km).
In addition, just 8 km, Santa Maria di Leuca with its beautiful nineteenth-century villas, the monumental waterfall, the basilica, the promenade, restaurants, beaches and other attractions; and, for lovers of sandy beaches, about 14 km the Ionian coast with its expanses of golden sand and fine.
For lovers of trekking or simple walks in contact with nature we suggest some paths of great cultural interest nearby, the "Vie del Sale" ancient rural paths used in ancient times also for salt smuggling and connecting in several points the hinterland to the sea; and "Sentiero delle Cipolliane", a suggestive path overlooking the sea that connects the Ciolo Bridge to the Marina di Novaglie.
Finally we suggest several historic villages with large squares, imposing churches and palaces and the characteristic alleys where you can walk immersed in the culture and tradition of Salento.
Among these we point out: Presicce (13 km), Specchia (13 km), Tricase (11 km) etc
TO KNOW
CHECK-IN AVAILABLE FROM 15:00 TO 20:00 (unless otherwise agreed)
CHECK-OUT BEFORE 10:00 (unless otherwise agreed)
LATE CHECK-IN AVAILABLE FOR A SURCHARGE: 50€ from 20:00 to 23:00, 100€ from 23:00 to 01:00
PETS WELCOME (on request, extra charge)
