Masseria Montelauro

The clean white lines of the historic Masseria Montelauro rise up from the end of a gated driveway. Staffed by a wonderfully welcoming and accommodation group of hosts, this boutique property has a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere where guests feel as though they’re in a home away from home. A warm reception area greets new arrivals with a rustic fireplace and plush sofas. The same welcoming nature extends to the guest rooms. Each of the 25 rooms is decorated in a simple yet stylish way with a nod to the original architecture of the masseria. Vaulted stone ceilings top white walls and furnishings all accented by black wrought iron bed frames, lamps, and mirror frames. Some rooms also offer a bit of outdoor area in the form of terraces.

Beyond the guest rooms, the grounds of the property offer olive trees and plenty of purple-topped lavender bushes which lend a delicate perfume to the air in the springtime. The spacious pool is surrounded by a stone pool deck and plenty of seating. Also located in the gardens, the hotel’s restaurant serves up traditional Italian cuisine in a peaceful setting. Guests can dine under a vine-covered pergola where twinkling white lights weave in and out of the vines lending a magical atmosphere to any dining experience. For guests looking for more dining options and the facilities of a town, Otranto is less than ten minutes away by taxi.

OUR RATING: Medium