SEASIDE VILLA IN HOLIDAY RESORT NEAR OTRANTO

Key features

• Holiday villa in an exclusive resort
• Situated near Torre dell’Orso, in the Salento region
• 1 km from the fine sandy beach of Torre dell’Orso, accessible via a shuttle service
• 2 bedrooms
• Private veranda and terrace
• A variety of facilities, including swimming pools, spa, tennis court, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant & bar
• Otranto 15 km/20 mins
• Lecce 28 km/30 mins
• Torre dell ‘Orso and sandy beaches 1 km
• Brindisi Airport 80 km/1h

Property Description

Located in the heart of Salento, Barone di Mare is an exclusive holiday village, only 1 km from the renowned Torre dell’Orso beach. The property stands out for its fantastic location, just a few minutes from the sea, restaurants and nightlife of Torre dell’Orso. With a large pool area, a spa, restaurant, bar and sports centre, the residence is the ideal place to spend your holidays in Salento.

The resort is located 12 km from Otranto, and 30 km from Lecce. The nearest airport, Brindisi, is 80 km away.

The villa is comprised of a kitchen and dining area with terrace doors leading out to the rear veranda, as well as a double bedroom and a smaller bedroom, with a shared bathroom. There is also a front covered veranda, perfect to enjoy relaxing afternoons in the shade.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of facilities and entertainment, included in a seasonal membership. In the central communal area of the resort, there are two swimming pools: a children’s pool, and an adults’ pool. Surrounded by a large sun deck equipped with loungers and umbrellas, there is also a bar as well as a restaurant.

In the wellness area, you’ll find a beauty center and a spa, offering treatments, massages and relaxation rooms.

For entertainment, there is an impressive amphitheater, where professional performers offer musicals and theatre shows every day of the summer season. In addition, residents have access to a tennis courts, and a gym.

Pets are prohibited throughout the resort.

The beach, just 1 km away, is easily accessed by a shuttle (from June to October). The beach features golden sand and is surrounded by pine forest, providing the perfect natural backdrop to the crystal-clear waters. In the midst of this oasis lies the beach club “Cala Marin,” one of the most renowned in Salento, where you can enjoy lunch and a scenic aperitivo.

The Area

Nearest shops and restaurants are found within walking distance in the charming town of Torre dell’ Orso; home to one of the most beautiful beaches in Salento.

The property is in a great position with lots of lively towns in the south Salento to discover: Lecce known for it’s beautiful baroque architecture; and Otranto, a gorgeous coastal town with 11th century Cathedral and 15th century castle . The east coast of Salento offers a varied coastline, with sandy beaches, karstic grottoes, chalk cliffs and salt water lagoons. Castro is a beautiful town with a location on top of the cliff by the sea. Santa Cesarea Terme is a trendy spa resort with a beautiful setting and bay.
The west coast from Santa Maria di Leuca to Gallipoli has many sandy beaches and seaside villages that get very busy in the summertime.
The sea of Porto Cesareo further up the coast is the best spot to enjoy an incredible  sunset.

GETTING THERE:
By air, there are two international airports, served by Ryanair, Easyjet, BA, and others; Brindisi can be reached in approximately 1 hour, and Bari in the north in approximately two hours.

LIFESTYLE AND CULTURE:
The Italian lifestyle means many things, but especially socialising; the home is used for sleeping and breakfasts, and the Italians enjoy socialising and dining out. There is so much you can experience, like early morning markets in the small towns, and music festivals, beach life, historical tours and cooking classes in the larger main towns. Lecce offers many language schools where you can practice your Italian.

SPORTS:
As Apulia is a peninsula surrounded by two seas- the Adriatic in the north and the Ionic in the south – water sports dominate in the area: sailing, yachting, water-skiing, kite-surfing, swimming & beach life. Golf has five good courses, and San Domenico is world-class (PGA 2014 Challenge Final). Tennis, horseback riding, hiking, and bicycle tours are other options for the active-minded.

The WEATHER:
Being south, Apulia has warmer weather than the northern. Even in the”winter months” of December to February, the average number of sun hours per day is four, and in June to August, it is 10-11 sun hours per day! This means you can enjoy a long season of nice weather in Apulia. When you plan to buy a holiday home in Apulia, you will spend a lot more time outside than inside than at home. Therefore, you will need plenty of terrace space, pergolas, etc., at your Apulian property, and outdoor cooking facilities are very practical.

The water temperature at the beginning of Ma is, on average, 19 degrees, up to 27 degrees in August/September and 19 degrees in November. This means you & family will spend time at the beach. Wherever you are in Apulia, you can reach the beaches within 30 minutes!

WHY BUY IN APULIA?
Apulia has until recently been called the hidden treasure of Italy, unknown to most tourists who come & stay in Rome, Florence, Venize and the Italian Riviera. However, all this is rapidly changing because of massive investments in infrastructure, such as improved motorways, enlarged airports, and the introduction of low-cost airlines such as Ryanair and Easyjet. The property prices are low in Apulia, and inadequate means value for money at bargain prices for international buyers. We see more and more foreign visitors coming to Apulia. In our opinion, investments will show good growth in value because of the increased demand from the northlands as Apulia has become the most popular holiday destination for Italians. Rest assured that no tourist villages will ever be built because the Apulian coastline is protected. The local people are against modern developments which do not fit into this historical landscape. Therefore, prices are bound to rise, with increased demand for a fixed and limited number of properties.

WHY BUY FROM CASAPUGLIA?
First, we are an English-speaking agency based in the middle of Apulia with local experience and can guide you to get the right property at the right price.,
Secondly, we have personally inspected every property we are selling, and we do not list hundreds of properties but a smaller selection of properties that offer good value to the buyer. In Apulia, many properties are offered at unrealistic prices, but we say no to sellers who want us to list properties for sale at prices that don’t reflect the market.
We have many years of international property experience, including ten years in London, and we see investments in Apulia through a global perspective. We have been active in several EU property markets and specialise in property management to ensure well-maintained properties for growth in property value.

Based on our 30 years of experience in the property markets, we have a comprehensive range of local services:

– acting for the buyer  by searching the market for the right property, negotiating the price, advising through the buying process, leading to the completion of the purchase
– property management: we look after your property when you are away and ensure it is in perfect condition when you arrive. We will prepare a maintenance plan for annual maintenance and repairs of your property, which is essential to maintain and increase the property’s value
– project management; being your local representative and managing any renovation or refurbishment. We will advise on value-added measures to further enhance your property’s capital growth.
– lettings- we can assist you in letting your property and check in your tenants, deposit taking, checking out & inventory control.

We at Team CasaPuglia look forward to hearing from you soon!