Orange Garden is a quiet, historic village with plenty of charm, dating back to the 18th century. It is located in the heart of the ancient village of Spongano and offers all the amenities; the pool is protected by a gate for small children, Wi-Fi, a BBQ, and A/C. The villa can accommodate 10 people, with a maximum of 12. Each bedroom sleeps 2 people. If you’re paying for 8 people, that means 4 bedrooms; if there are more people, additional rooms are available at an extra cost:
. Total: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. 3 double bedrooms, 1 two-bedroom suite, basement, … Another bedroom on the first floor, on the large terrace. Just a 10- to 20-minute drive to the crystal-clear waters of Castro and the white sandy beaches of Otranto. The villa is the ideal place for families looking to enjoy a relaxing vacation, away from the crowds that surround the coast, yet with the sea right nearby. The Masseria, with its ancient architecture, enchanting starry skies, and vaulted walls, stone fireplaces, and “secret gardens.” A cozy and romantic atmosphere. A major festival runs from April 30 to May 6, featuring enchanting Baroque lights! Numerous festivals in July and August bring the ancient village to life with market stalls, food tastings, concerts in the squares, and the “Pizzica,” Salento’s famous dance. Check-in from 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Later check-in incurs an additional charge of €100.00.
The Salento region, known as “the heel of Puglia” due to its flat, elongated shape, is considered to be at risk of earthquakes.
Spano is one of the most charming small ancient villages, deeply rooted in the agricultural tradition of Salento. Grifo Editions has published one of the most important books on historic homes in Salento. Fully renovated in 2012. Very well equipped with all amenities, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, BBQ, satellite TV, old fireplaces, and heating for the winter. Outdoor areas: gardens with citrus trees, a large first-floor terrace measuring 170 square meters. The villa’s main advantage is its location in the center of the village. It is accessible via a private lane at the top of the main street. This makes it quite private for those who love being in the lush countryside, relaxing yet staying close to town center amenities—pharmacy, etc.—all within walking distance. 2 km from the highway, which provides easy access to any destination. Many charming villages nearby to visit. The Vaste and Poggiard Archaeological Park, just 2 km away, and the Messapian cities in the “Valley of the Happiest” can be visited on organized tours.
"IL GIARDINO DEGLI ARANCI" features 280 square meters of indoor space and 800 square meters of outdoor space. Private pool, 8 meters by 4.30, protected by a gate, suitable for small children; “secret” gardens with citrus trees, fruit trees, and bougainvillea. The house consists of a ground-floor annex with a large 170-square-meter terrace. All bedrooms overlook the “secret” garden inside the house (a characteristic feature of Salento farmhouses), a cozy and private space for relaxation, complete with a table and armchairs. Here, another separate exit leads to a private courtyard that opens onto a small square with a cozy café. The picture-perfect bedrooms (captioned images): “Orange Blossom,” “Citronella,” “Mint on the Veranda,” “Lavender,” and the Bouganville Suite. All have private bathrooms, except for Citronella, which has a private bathroom out front.
The outdoor areas are well-equipped with tables, armchairs, and lounge chairs. There is a table that seats 10, another table for 4, and yet another table with armchairs in the shade of lemon, orange, mandarin, pomegranate, and bougainvillea trees. From here, you can access the pool, shaded by citrus trees. The village is surrounded by ancient olive groves, dry stone walls, megalithic monuments, and Baroque churches. The blackberry park (the blackberry park) nestled among the olive trees is an ideal spot where travelers can enjoy walking, jogging, or cycling. They are fortunate to have everything right along the coast, so travelers can visit the Ionian coast.
Distance from the villa to the sea: The house is a 10-minute drive from the most beautiful stretch of the Adriatic coast, Castro Marina, known as the “Pearl of Salento.” The Green Grotto, the Green Grotto, the enchanting Zinz