Welcome to Villa Rei, a deluxe 8-bedroom villa recently restored from a historic masseria, or fortified farm, located in the heel of the boot of elegant Italy. Enveloped by two seas, the Adriatic and the Ionian, coastline that is rich in verdant greenery and rugged cliffs surround the villa, while maintaining a close proximity to Lecce, a historic city that bears the moniker of “Florence of the South” for its baroque styled buildings and architecture, and Gallipoli, an ancient fishing port that is an important landmark in both historic and commercial terms.
Spread out over 5,000 sq.ft., including lavish and landscaped gardens, which frame a giant pool and beautifully fashioned terrace, Villa Rei embodies extravagance in design and construction. The yellow stone that the building blocks are made of shine with a golden lustre in the sunlight, making the square, solid profile of the masseria building resemble gold bullions. Plenty of outdoor space is at the behest of the guests, whether in the form of outer lounge areas to relax in, populated with sun loungers, parasols and comfortable furnishings, or to cater to dinner al fresco, with the ambience of the Italian countryside to accompany them as they dine.
Indoors, the style is modern and sleek, while maintaining some of the original historical influences of the Italian country house; contemporary white walls give way to the vaulted ceilings, exposing the stone that covers the outer walls. Round arched windows match the curvature of the arches that make up the vaulted sections, giving the rooms an aesthetically pleasing look. The lounge, open and spacious, contains furniture that is minimalistic, but comfortable, made of lightweight and airy materials that allow guests to relax and recline, without becoming stifled. Light floods into the room from the patio doors and windows, and the modern light fixtures sitting above the couches and chairs make it the perfect spot for entertaining, with ample seating for guests to sit and relax, either in the company of friends and family, or in comfortable quiet, curled up with a book.
The kitchen is state-of-the-art, equipped with appliances of a commercial standard; with direct access to the courtyard, and to the al fresco dining table that sits proudly on the stone-laid terrace, there’s no dish too complex or elaborate to be produced that the kitchen can’t provide, and with the services of a professional chef on hand, meal times are more enjoyable with the preparation taken care of, and the cuisine skilfully prepared.
The bedrooms, all equally as lavish, are designed with the utmost in comfort and relaxation in mind; clean white walls allow a sense of calm to be instilled in the chambers, offering guests a chance to unwind free of distractions and interruptions. Luxurious king size beds are available in every room, with two family rooms, equipped with both a king and two twin beds on a mezzanine, sitting above the en-suite bathroom. A private en-suite is afforded to all rooms in the house, with a spacious walk-in shower to soothe and cleanse the body after a day of adventuring and activity.
THE BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS
Bedroom 1 Master: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower and Turkish Bath, Air Conditioning, Direct Access to Terrace
Bedroom 2: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
Bedroom 3: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
Bedroom 4: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
Bedroom 5: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
Bedroom 6: Luxurious King Size Bed, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
Bedroom 7: Luxurious King Size Bed & Twin Beds, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning, Direct Access to Terrace
Bedroom 8: Luxurious King Size Bed & Twin Beds, En-Suite Shower, Air Conditioning
STAFF
• Dedicated Concierge
• Discreet Housekeeping
• Pool Maintenance
• Gardener
AMENITIES
• 8 Luxurious Bedrooms
• Landscaped Garden
• Outer Lounge Area
• Outer Dining Area
• Shaded Terrace
• Sun Loungers
• Parasols
• Barbeque
• Enclosed Property
• Private Parking
• Private Swimming Pool
• Private Chapel
• Hot Tub
• Sauna
• 8 En-Suite Bathrooms
• Showers
• Turkish Bath
• Air Conditioning
• Flat Screen SMART TV
• Satellite TV
• Minibar
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Internet Throughout
• Fresh Linens
• Laundry Service
KITCHEN FACILITES
• Oven
• Hob
• Kettle
• Toaster
• Coffee Maker
• Dishwasher
• Utensils
• Delph & Glassware
RATES INCLUDE
• Utility Bills
• Unlimited Wi-Fi
• Pool Cleaning
• Gardening Service
AMENITIES AT AN EXTRA COST
• Extra Housekeeping
• Private Laundry Service
• Private Chef
• Pre-Stocking of Villa
LOCATION DETAILS
Villa Rei maintains a close proximity to Lecce (21.9km), a historic city that bears the moniker of “Florence of the South” for its baroque styled buildings and architecture, and Gallipoli (33.8km), an ancient fishing port that is an important landmark in both historic and commercial terms. As a result, the surrounding landscape holds much in store for the intrepid traveller, should they choose to venture beyond the grounds of the villa. For guests who want to stay local, the town of Leverano lies a short drive away (4km), with shops, restaurants, bars and clubs to choose from, as well as several beaches; the region of Puglia is the least mountainous region of Italy, as well as the lion’s share of scenic coastline becoming more and more popular with tourism in recent years.
• Conti Zecca Winery:2.3km
• Cantina Vecchia Torre Winery: 2.1km
• Conad City Supermarket: 4.1km
• Pizzeria da Franco Restaurant: 3.5km
• Castello Carlo V, Lecce: 27.1km
• Salina dei Monaci State Park: 23.6km
• Gallipoli Beach: 36km
• Porto Cesareo Tower: 7.8km
• Museum of Marine Biology Porto Cesareo: 7.8km
• Salento International Airport, Brindisi: 57km
La Residenza of Masseria Pettolecchia
