Hotel Masseria Alcaini (Lecce)

Immersed in an ancient olive grove between Salento and the Itria valley, Masseria Alcaini is a charming Salentino farmhouse, dating back to the 16th century. The farmhouse maintain the original Salentino style; combining rustic chic with the highest quality fittings and furnishings. What were once stables and sleeping areas for the farmhands are now delightful rooms, all with en-suites, whereas the spacious and bright upper floor of the main house has been kept in its entirety, offering mini apartments with private terraces. The farm is surrounded by olive groves and a large garden which hosts a pool where guest can relax, sunbathe, enjoy a good book or a glass of wine. Masseria Alcaini is located in the heart of Salento, a fifteen-minute drive from Lecce, close to the Itria Valley with the nearest village just 1 km away and is one of the remaining fortified farmhouses once occupied by fuedal religious orders in this area of great historical importance, situated between Lecce, Squinzano-Casalabate and San Cataldo. The nearest airport is that of Brindisi, located to the north of the city. It is easy to get to and offers connections to all main European destinations by both national and low-cost airlines