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Villa Leonda
Embark on an enchanting journey as you ascend to new heights of luxury at Villa Leonda, where history intertwines with modernity in a meticulously restored fort
About This Villa
A restored fortified masseria in the Puglian countryside, with thick limestone walls, vaulted ceilings, and the original courtyard and well intact at the centre of the property. The house works because the architecture does most of the work — the rooms stay cool through August without much help, the courtyard is its own outdoor room, and the long table sits where the farmworkers used to gather their tools. Alberobello and the trulli are forty minutes away; Matera, the cave-dwelling city of southern Basilicata, is just under two hours and worth the day. Savelletri on the coast is closer than either, twenty-five minutes for the swim and the seafood lunch. The grounds include olive groves and a vineyard that still produces the household wine; the swimming pool sits a discreet distance from the main house.
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2 King bedrooms with view over the olive grove and the sea in the distance, en-suite bathroom with large shower, dressing room, generous private terrace
All bedrooms have air conditioning and satellite TV, all bathrooms are provided with hair dryer and bathrobes.
The light-filled rooms are designed with a contemporary flair that creates a feeling of dream and beauty. The neutral palette throughout the villa is both soothing and refined, and splashes of color add vibrancy and depth to the space, while shiny metallic accents and mirrors sprinkle touches of glamour. High-end furnishings, plush generous sofas, and beautiful artworks adorn the welcoming living room, media room, and dining room, which all convey a feeling of modern, easy, sophisticated living. Superb care has been taken to preserve the integrity of the original structure, and it shows especially in the modern, fully equipped kitchen that completes this floor.
3 King bedrooms with independent entrance and direct access to the garden and to the swimming pool area, with en-suite bathroom with large shower
The main attraction of Leonda’s estate is the magnificent L-shape shimmering swimming pool set in the meticulously maintained grounds. Relax in the serenity of the outdoor living spaces and the breathtaking landscape where privacy is paramount. Whether with a romantic al fresco dinner under the pergola, or by lounging inside the loggia or enjoying a picnic within the olive grove, at Villa Leonda you will experience the inimitable Italian Dolce Vita.
Complimentary grocery pre-stocking service (cost of goods purchased to be paid upon arrival, based on store receipts)
Complimentary access to beach club from June to September (distance from the villa: 1 mile)
Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff
A/C, heating, water and final cleaning
Daily housekeeping service – 8 hours per day
Daily change of bath and pool towels
Complimentary grocery pre-stocking service (cost of goods purchased to be paid upon arrival, based on store receipts)
Personal laundry and ironing service
Home shopping service: € 30 per service – grocery receipts to be paid separately
Children admitted at owner’s discretion
Pets permitted upon request only, at owner’s discretion
Check-in: between 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Check-out: by 10:00 am
All extra services are to be paid locally, unless otherwise stated
Quick answers about Villa Leonda
- How many people does Villa Leonda sleep?
- Villa Leonda sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms, with 5 bathrooms.
- Where is Villa Leonda?
- Villa Leonda is near Castellana Grotte in Puglia, Italy.
- How much does it cost to rent Villa Leonda?
- Villa Leonda rents from €53,335 per week. Rates vary by season, and your Doorways travel advisor confirms the exact rate for your dates.
- What is included at Villa Leonda?
- A/C, heating, water and final cleaning; Daily housekeeping service, 8 hours per day; Daily change of bath and pool towels; Complimentary grocery pre-stocking service (cost of goods purchased to be paid upon arrival, based on store receipts).
- How do I book Villa Leonda?
- Book Villa Leonda through Doorways Villa Vacations, a US-based, IATA-accredited agency arranging Italian villa stays since 1994. Send an inquiry with your dates, and a dedicated travel advisor replies with availability and the rate.
Inspiration to get you dreaming
Your concierge can help arrange unforgettable experiences tailored to your stay.
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A private boat day along the Salento coast
A captained gozzo from Otranto or Santa Maria di Leuca down the coast to Punta Pizzo, the sea caves at Grotta della Poesia, swim stops between, lunch on board.
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A day in Lecce
Ninety minutes south. The baroque churches in their honey-stone glow, an artisan papier-mâché workshop (a Lecce tradition), dinner at Bros' or Alex Ristorante.
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Masseria cooking class
A morning with a Pugliese chef at the working masseria. Orecchiette hand-pinched one by one, taralli baked in the wood oven, lunch under the pergola.
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The olive oil harvest at a family frantoio
November and December. Pick olives in the morning, watch them go into the press in the afternoon, taste the green peppery new oil within hours.
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Cisternino sunset aperitivo
The most beautiful of the Valle d'Itria white towns. A glass of Negroamaro on a piazza terrace at dusk, then dinner at Trattoria Bere Vecchie.
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Alberobello at dawn
The trulli town before the day-trippers arrive. Coffee in the lower piazza, then a slow walk up the empty Rione Monti with the conical roofs against a pink sky.
Availability
Pricing is per week, Saturday to Saturday. Diagonal cells mark changeover Saturdays — morning departure / afternoon arrival.
Available Booked Changeover (Saturday)
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
June 2027
July 2027
August 2027
September 2027
Castellana Grotte
A charming corner of Italy with a rich history, scenic coastline, and easy access to nearby villages, beaches, and day-trip destinations. Your travel advisor can help you plan every excursion to make the most of your stay.
Map location is approximate. Contact us with any questions.
